About mE
Hi, my name is Bianca. I am a Bioregional Folk Herbalist, Ceremonialist, Earth & Plant steward, Body-Worker, & Mystic. I am currently in training to be a clinical alchemist & medical astrologer.
My craft weaves the connection between plants, the cosmos, the land, & people. I am excited about folklore, story-telling, mythic medicine, & animistic ways. I am based in the majestic Mountains of Taos, located in Northern New Mexico.
I spend most of my time tending the land, community weaving, preparing plant medicines through the alchemical tradition, & reclaiming lost & forgotten ways. I believe in reclaiming the old & wise woman's ways through earth-based healing. My mission in this life is to educate, assist, & support those in reclaiming lost, indigenous, dormant, & mythic ways through revitalizing their connection to the natural & otherworlds. The most profound healing & transformation can occur when we reawaken our connection to the natural rhythms & cycles of the year, spirits & kinfolk of the land, & learn to perceive through the lens of the heart.
‘‘inside of every human being there is an overarching theme, a template for heroic living, a god or a goddess in embryo that yearns to be born. This is who we were meant to be, the self that we deny ourselves because most of us cannot see the field of limitless potential that is open to us. This is our best self, the egoless self, that bit of the universe acting through us for the good of all.’’
- Deepak Chopra
My journey began with my fascination for the book “Women Who Run with the Wolves” by Clarissa Pinkola Estés. This profound work ignited a deeper exploration of the self and a richer understanding of the complexities of reality. Estés weaves together a tapestry of stories that illuminate the notion of a living mythos—an intricate web of narratives that permeate all of existence and touch the collective human experience. Within the pages, the author draws extensively on the principles of Jungian psychology, delving into the depths of the unconscious mind to reveal the archetypal figures that influence our lives. She intricately interlaces ancient myths and folklore, passed down through generations, highlighting the timeless wisdom encapsulated within these stories. These narratives not only reflect the struggles and triumphs of women but also reveal the enduring archetypes that reside within both the collective and personal psyche, encouraging readers to connect with their inner wildness and instinctual nature. Through this exploration, I began to recognize the profound significance of these archetypes in shaping our identities and experiences, illuminating the pathways to healing and self-discovery.
By the time I was 19, I found myself frustrated with traditional capitalism and conventional healthcare. My journey led me to explore various alternative healing practices, igniting a deep curiosity to uncover new ways to heal and grow. Years of travel and learning revealed a tapestry of synchronicities guiding me towards a path where my passions converged— Herbal medicine, Alchemy, Mythology, Medical astrology, Curanderismo, and the Red Road. Alchemy emerged as the bridge connecting these diverse modalities. Through the practices of both internal and external laboratory Alchemy, a comprehensive framework unfolds, diminishing suffering and paving the way for true healing, evolution, and transformation.
Early on, I discovered that our culture has adopted a symptomatic approach to medicine. We often accept this as an accurate method of diagnosis within the current Western healthcare system, convincing ourselves that there is a "cure-all" for specific symptoms and ailments. Even within alternative healthcare communities today, we still observe an allopathic approach in how practitioners interact with clients, often resorting to the "use this herb for that" method. This can unintentionally overlook the individual complexities and unique qualities of each person. In our society, we tend to make the mistake of believing that using natural remedies equates to providing effective treatments. However, this approach frequently disregards the wholeness of the person. A truly holistic practitioner views humans as extensions of their environment and inseparable from nature. They understand that misfortune and disease stem from an imbalance in natural harmony.
This practitioner approaches health through a vitalist lens, recognizing that the human body possesses a vital intelligence and an inherent capacity for self-healing and rejuvenation. They see nature as an intelligent and vibrant extension of our internal ecosystem. When administering remedies, these practitioners aim to support and encourage this vital intelligence, ensuring that patients do not become reliant on treatments but rather receive support for their entire system. Additionally, a holistic practitioner guides patients in discovering their own ability to heal, emphasizing that they are ultimately their own healers, guides, and teachers. They view unfortunate circumstances as opportunities for growth, seeing illness as an initiation into deeper understanding and transformation. The vitalist perspective sees human beings as reflections of the cosmos and their ecosystems, taking into account energetic principles, as well as psychological, psycho-spiritual, emotional, and physical aspects. Their goal is to address patterns and root causes that reside on an archetypal level, acknowledging that every part of our being is interconnected and that each part influences the others.
This entity aims to unite my interests, demonstrating their interconnectedness and providing a language for alchemy to be understood, experienced, and embodied. Laboratory alchemy becomes the crucible for inner standing and transformation, where the journey of diminishing suffering and embracing evolution truly begins, reflecting our psychological processes through the alchemical journey.
Teachers & Keepers of Wisdom
The discovery of the works of Clarrisa Pinkola Estes, Joseph Campbell, Marion Woodman, C.G Jung, Paracelsus, Judith Hill, Sajah Popham, & Stephen Harrod Buhner, (just to name a few of the biggest influencers & teachers of my work) have changed my entire perception on life & lead me to extremely profound realizations in the work that I practice today. My work has also been greatly influenced by the wisdom that resides in the presence of the living land, I am forever indebted to her for being my greatest teacher. I have learned so much from each of these immensely wise individuals, plant folk, & spirits. I feel extremely grateful & honored to be walking this holy path. The projects offered through this entity are in honor and reverence to these beings and in hopes of encouraging, empowering, & sparking the interests of others to assist in the continuation of their works & for the revolution of evolutionary medicine to continue to take place for generations to come.
My background in the work I practice today resides in my studies in Medical astrology with Judith Hill & Matthew Wood, Permaculture for the herbalist path with Sarah Wu, Plant Spirit Communication with Kami Mcbride, Alchemical & Vitalist Herbalism with Sajah Popham, laboratory alchemy with Avery Hopkins & Robert Bartlet, & Curanderismo with the Ancestral Arts school.
what mythos represents
“There is an underlying order shaping our life experiences. As we re-unify the psyche and cosmos we introduce a cosmic perspective and deeper meaning to our personal experiences”
- unknown
The heart and soul of mythos represent the renaissance of the feminine expression of alchemy. Mythos was born from a profound love & passion for the natural world, plants, & to know thyself. All driven by the inspiration of nature, here we assist Sophia in the process of evolution & preservation of vitality.
Mythos is influenced by the mythic landscapes & reawakening our capabilities to communicate & commune with plant spirits. In the Alchemical tradition, the alchemists have an understanding that if you have an ample understanding of the language of correspondences you can navigate your way through every experience in life. Mythos is dedicated to the understanding of the universal patterns in nature that connect all things through the language of correspondence.
This project is centered around artisanal small-batch plant talismans & immersive experiences through direct interaction with these offerings. This purpose is to enhance the sensorial effectiveness of the medicine. The medicines you will find on this page are ode’s to the planets and archetypes, they are made with the intention of opening up and accessing the pathways of the heart through emergence with the gods. Here we feature plant talismans that assist us through the shadow realm by working with them through ceremonial & shamanic ritual practices. We believe that true understanding and wisdom come when it’s applied through both intellectual & practical experience together. We offer divinatory tools that correspond to the potion’s corresponding planet or archetype to be worked with through meditations or plant spirit communication journeys.
Mythos bridges the intimately interwoven relationship of internal alchemy and external laboratory alchemy. Through imbibing in these tools we may start to witness what stories we are perpetuating & identifying with, what myths are we creating. what cultural & societal mythologies are we living through, & what certain beliefs are we holding onto to keep us complacent?
Path of Illumination
The primary intention of this entity is to exhibit a devotion to “the great work” by living in virtue we explore an inner alchemy. This website will be dedicated to providing a blueprint for those who choose to walk a path of integration and transformation. This path embraces both the divine masculine and divine feminine. When we choose to walk this path we are choosing to reclaim the divine mother and father within the heart uniting the two through the alchemical marriage. Many of the secrets of the ancients were encoded in a language of myth and story. However, most of us do not understand the deep symbology and significance of these stories because we’ve lost touch with our connection to the origins of our being and the ancient mysteries founded in deeper truths.
Man is a microcosm, or a little world, because he is an extract from all the stars and planets of the whole firmament, from the earth and the elements; and so he is their quintessence.