Inner work · Shadow Work & Release
Guided Shadow Work Sessions, by Video Call
Shadow work means turning towards the parts of yourself you learned to hide, such as anger, envy, need or grief, so they stop running your reactions from out of sight. In Chandini Botre's 75-minute Shadow Work & Release session (pay what feels right), you explore one pattern through guided reflection, then she uses energy work to help you let go of what you are ready to release. It is spiritual inner work and is not psychotherapy.
The session
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75 minutes · Virtual, by video call
Why people come
What Shadow Work can help with
"I keep repeating the same pattern"
The same kind of relationship, the same argument, the same way of shrinking in meetings. People often come to shadow work when they notice a loop and want to understand what keeps it going.
"I react in ways I don't like"
A strong reaction to someone else is often a clue. Shadow work looks at what that reaction points to in you, with curiosity and without blame.
"I was taught to be the good one"
If you learned early that anger, sadness or wanting things for yourself was not allowed, those feelings did not disappear. Shadow work makes room to meet them again.
"I'm in a dark season"
Some people arrive during what is sometimes called a dark night of the soul: a period where old meaning falls away. A guided session offers company and structure while you look at what is surfacing.
"I've journaled on my own and want support"
Prompts can take you a long way. A guided session adds another person to notice what you might skip past, and energy work to help you release rather than only analyze.
Step by step
What happens in a session
Free consultation first
You begin with a free 30-minute call, booked through Book a session. Chandini asks what you want to explore and checks that this kind of session suits where you are right now. If therapy would serve you better, she will say so.
Choosing one thread
The session opens by naming one pattern, trigger or feeling to work with. Keeping to one thread makes the work focused and manageable.
Guided reflection
Chandini asks questions and invites you to notice what you feel in your body as you answer. You can pause, stay quiet, or choose not to go further at any point. You set the pace.
Energetic release
You lie down or sit comfortably while Chandini uses energy work from her side of the call to support you in letting go of what came up. Many people feel emotional, tired, or lighter during this part.
Grounding and closing
The session ends with grounding so you leave steady. Chandini may offer a journaling prompt or small practice to take into the following days.
Your practitioner
Shadow Work with Chandini
Chandini trained as a nurse before she began working as an energy healer. She holds every session herself, by video, Monday to Friday on Eastern Time, and starts with a free 30-minute call so you can ask anything first.
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What is shadow work?
The idea of the "shadow" comes from the psychiatrist Carl Jung. It describes the parts of our personality we push out of awareness because they felt unacceptable, often in childhood. Those parts still influence how we act, especially under stress.
Shadow work is the practice of noticing, naming and accepting them. It includes uncomfortable traits and also qualities we disowned, such as ambition, softness or creativity. The Moon Healing Alchemy brand line puts it simply: "Healing is not about fixing yourself. It's about reclaiming your joy, honoring your shadow, and stepping into your light." For a longer introduction, read What is shadow work?.
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Shadow work and therapy: what's the difference
Chandini's sessions are spiritual inner work. They are not psychotherapy, counseling or treatment, and she does not work as a therapist or diagnose anything. Some people search for shadow work therapy and mean a licensed therapist who uses Jungian ideas. If that is what you need, please look for one.
Many people do both: therapy for clinical support, and guided shadow work for reflection and energetic release. Chandini trained as a nurse, and she will always encourage you to keep your therapist or doctor involved. If you are in crisis in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).
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How to do shadow work at home
You can start with a notebook and ten quiet minutes. Write about a recent moment when you felt a strong reaction, then ask: what did that person do that I am not allowed to do? What was I afraid would happen? Go slowly, and stop if you feel overwhelmed.
There are more starting questions in Shadow work prompts. Some people like to time their reflection to the waning moon, the part of the cycle traditionally linked with release. The moon calendar shows where the moon is now.
This may suit you if
- You notice a pattern repeating in your life and want to understand it.
- You have done some journaling or reading and would like guided support.
- You feel steady enough day to day to look at difficult feelings.
- You want reflection combined with energy work, alongside any therapy you already have.
Please know
Shadow Work & Release is not psychotherapy and does not diagnose or treat any mental-health condition. It does not replace a therapist or doctor, and if you are in acute distress, please reach out to a mental-health professional first. If you are in crisis in the US, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).
Before you book
Shadow Work & Release: common questions
Is shadow work the same as therapy?
No. Chandini's sessions are spiritual inner work with energy healing. They do not replace a licensed therapist, and she will suggest therapy if it would serve you better.
Is it safe to explore my shadow?
Gentle, paced shadow work is safe for most people who feel stable in daily life. You set the pace and can stop at any time. If you are dealing with trauma or a mental-health crisis, work with a licensed therapist first.
What if something big comes up?
Chandini will slow down and help you ground before the session ends. If something needs clinical support, she will encourage you to take it to a therapist or doctor. In a crisis in the US, call or text 988.
Can I explore my shadow on my own?
Yes. Journaling and honest reflection are where most people start. A guided session can help when you feel stuck or keep circling the same point.
What does "release" mean in this session?
After the reflection, Chandini uses energy work to help you let go of the charge around what you explored. People describe it as feeling lighter or calmer. It is a supportive practice, and the pattern may take time to shift.
How much does a session cost?
Shadow Work & Release is 75 minutes and is pay what feels right, from $11 to $111. The first step is a free 30-minute consultation.
More answers about booking, prices and safety are in the energy healing FAQ.
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Every session is held online · Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Eastern Time