Simona Rakusa

I had my first conscious breathwork experience in a holotropic breathwork workshop back in 2010 — and it was love at first breath. It awakened a deep curiosity about the vast landscapes within us, and it has guided my path ever since.

Working with expanded states of consciousness became my passion and inspired me to co-create Sailors of the Soul, a 12-week guided journey for those called to explore these realms with awareness and care. Together, we move through preparation, navigation, and integration, learning to sail the inner seas with confidence, embodiment, and heart.

I am a Grof® Holotropic Breathwork facilitator, psychedelic-assisted therapist, and integrative psychotherapist, currently working with Grof Legacy Training USA and previously collaborating with the MIND Foundationin Berlin. Before this, I spent nearly 15 years in journalism and business, which taught me clarity, resilience, and presence under pressure.

All of these experiences shape the way I hold space — grounded, compassionate, and deeply respectful of the human psyche. If you’re ready to explore your inner world and sail its waters with wisdom and integrity, I’d be honored to journey alongside you.

About us

We met almost a decade ago… and to be honest, it wasn’t love at first sight. Quite the opposite: there was no magic between us. But life, with its strange sense of humor, kept bringing us together again and again in seminars, projects, and trainings. We found ourselves leading groups, teaching, and holding space for deep processes… and little by little we realized something: the commitment, dedication, and impeccability each of us had for this work were rare to find in others.

We discovered that we share the same intense way of living life: we don’t do things halfway. When it comes to going through a process, we go all in—with courage and open hearts. What unites us is the bravery to face emotions head-on, to consciously step into discomfort, and to recognize in every synchronicity a sign that everything in life has meaning.

Our friendship was forged in deep conversations (sometimes in ordinary states, sometimes in not-so-ordinary ones;)) and in the radical loyalty of being there for each other—even if it meant moving mountains. Over the years, we discovered that we were more than colleagues: we were companions on the same mystical and spiritual path — which now is full of magic moments. 

Today, with joy and gratitude, we want to share with you the pearls we have gathered along the way: what has supported us the most in our own journeys, what we have learned from extraordinary mentors, and what we have put into practice through our own introspection and awakening of consciousness.

 Lili Vásquez Mock

Originally from Colombia, is a psychologist and lifelong seeker of wisdom and transformation through diverse healing modalities across continents. For over 24 years, she has explored approaches to access non-ordinary states of consciousness, immersing herself in spiritual traditions such as Buddhism, Sufism, and the study of the Aramaic Jesus — paths that deepen her understanding of consciousness and inner awakening. Her journey led her to study directly with Dr. Stanislav Grof, following him personally around the world for around ten years and assisting in some of his final workshops in Europe. She earned her certification in Grof Transpersonal Training for Holotropic Breathwork® facilitator (2009) and in Grof® Breathwork through the Grof Legacy Training (2024).

Rooted in her Colombian heritage, Lili has cultivated a deep connection with indigenous healing traditions and sacred plant rituals. Under Dr. Ralph Metzner’s supervision for some time, she worked with shamans from diverse lineages, supporting retreats and integration for participants navigating trauma and addiction. She also initiated a Medical Cannabis project in Colombia, now a GMP-certified facility, and currently teaches safe, classical psychedelic therapy via Breathwork at the Augmented Psychotherapy Training program in Germany.

At her private praxis in Berlin, Lili supports individuals through healing and self-discovery, offering both personalized sessions and workshops. A devoted mother of two, she lives in deep reverence for the Divine, Mother Earth, nature, animals, and the interconnectedness of all life. Today, she invites others to answer the call to their own awakening through Sailors of the Soul, a program she co-created to journey into the depths of the psyche and the soul.