OUR STORY
Who We Are
OUR ORIGIN
Rooted in a
Personal Journey
The Tabernanthe was born from a personal experience of profound healing. Our founder, after years of struggling with addiction and having exhausted conventional treatment options, found life-changing relief through ibogaine therapy.
What followed was a mission: to ensure that others who are suffering — regardless of their financial situation, background, or location — could access the same transformative opportunity.
Today, we are a team of healers, advocates, clinicians, and survivors united by the belief that ibogaine-assisted therapy represents one of the most promising frontiers in addressing the addiction and mental health crises of our time.
500+
Individuals connected to healing since 2018
OUR MISSION
Connect. Support. Heal.
To bridge the gap between individuals seeking ibogaine treatment and safe, vetted providers — offering comprehensive support through every step of the healing journey, regardless of financial circumstances.
OUR VISION
A World Healed at Its Roots
A future where every person struggling with addiction, trauma, or depression has access to the full spectrum of healing modalities — including plant medicine — guided by compassion, science, and sacred respect.
THE SACRED PLANT
The Tabernanthe Iboga
Tabernanthe iboga is a perennial rainforest shrub native to Central West Africa, and the source of ibogaine — an alkaloid with remarkable properties for interrupting addiction cycles, processing trauma, and facilitating deep psychological healing.
For centuries, the Bwiti tradition of the Gabonese people has used iboga in sacred ceremonies for healing, initiation, and spiritual growth. We honor this lineage and work to ensure this medicine is approached with the cultural reverence it deserves.
WHAT GUIDE US
Our Core Values
Compassion First
Every interaction is guided by deep empathy. We see the whole person — not just the condition — and honor their courage in seeking healing.
Safety & Integrity
We only refer individuals to providers who meet rigorous safety, medical, and ethical standards. Your well-being is never compromised.
Radical Inclusivity
We serve all backgrounds, identities, and financial circumstances. Healing is a human right, not a privilege reserved for the few.
Sacred Respect
We approach the Tabernanthe iboga plant and its healing gifts with reverence, honoring the indigenous traditions from which this medicine comes.
OUR JOURNEY
How We Grew
2018
2019
2021
2023
2025
Organization Founded
Born from personal healing experiences, The Tabernanthe was established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
First Provider Network
We vetted and partnered with our first cohort of certified ibogaine treatment providers across 5 countries.
Scholarship Program Launch
Our financial assistance program launched, funding treatment for individuals who could not otherwise afford care.
Expanded Reach
We connected over 300 individuals to treatment, expanded our provider network, and grew our integration support team.
New Support Initiatives
Launched community integration circles, family support resources, and a provider training certification program.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MISSION
Our Team
Founder & Executive Director
A long-time advocate for plant medicine access, our founder experienced firsthand the transformative power of ibogaine after years of conventional treatment failure. That personal journey became the foundation of this organization.
Director of Clinical Partnerships
With over a decade in addiction medicine and integrative psychiatry, our clinical director ensures every provider in our network upholds the highest standards of patient safety and evidence-based care.
Director of Outreach & Support
A certified integration coach and trauma-informed therapist, our outreach director guides individuals through both pre-treatment preparation and post-treatment integration with warmth and expertise.
Team photos and full bios coming soon. To learn more, contact us.
Be Part of the
Healing Movement
Whether you need support, want to give, or simply want to learn more — we welcome you with open arms.