Our Mission and Vision

Root and Bloom Institute provides a space for training and innovation in the healing arts.  We support wider access to ethical and transformational practices in somatic and expanded states therapy.

We believe that somatic healing arts and spiritual practice, particularly in use with psychedelic therapy, are powerful in facilitating human transformation and healing.  We experience these modalities as effective when held within the expansiveness of spirit and mystery, community support and nature connection.  At Root and Bloom Institute, we are eclectic in our partners and approaches to holistic healing, honoring the wisdom that has come from grass roots practices and cultural and spiritual traditions.

We hold a collective vision to transform trauma and separation into embodied wisdom and deep connection.

The Space

Root and Bloom Institute is 20,000 square feet of healing and training space for somatic and expanded states therapy and Dharma practices.   The building, formerly known as Rudramandir in Berkeley, California, has over two decades of use as a healing space, somatic training ground, and a spiritual temple.

The building is currently under reconstruction and will be available for rent by January 2026 to value-aligned organizations for individual therapy, group work, and trainings. The space includes a beautiful Main Hall, two large group rooms, smaller group rooms and individual therapy rooms. Discounts will be available for non-profit organizations and those serving communities impacted by systemic injustice.