Tantric principles are universally designed to heal on the level of the body, mind, and spirit. They catalyze massive transformation in the individual and are a comprehensive healing program for all humans.
In the past, Tantric teachings were often divided and instructed in binary terms. The Institute of Authentic Tantra Education Team realized that this method of approach did not serve the greatest good as it left out the thousands of people who did not fall within the binary framework.
In 2018 the team began strategizing ways to convert their programs to best serve all people. In 2019 we changed our certification textbooks and curriculums to gender-neutral language that more accurately reflects the scope of the human experience.
As we move forward in the world, we will continually evaluate our programs and texts to be inclusive. This is a slow, but important, process and we are committed to serving all people.
The content is delivered in 13 one-hour personal coaching sessions over the span of 4 months.
Each session builds upon the last and the program is designed to lead you step- by- step through a profound personal healing journey.
Our instructors are trained to teach to the student and their individual needs. This means that the Tantra Mastery program is uniquely designed to meet the needs of each individual student.
Financing and payment plans are available. Please check this option on your application to get more information on how to apply for financing or payment plans.
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Below you will find a list of our instructors including a short bio.
Once you choose your preferred instructor please note this on your application.
*Please Note: Dr. Erickson is not currently accepting new Tantra Mastery students until further notice.
Dr. Erickson began practicing Authentic Tantra in 2014 and quickly realized the power and efficacy of this potent healing modality.
Using the techniques as instructed, Dr. Erickson swiftly mastered the art of semen retention, becoming a fully multi orgasmic male within just a few weeks!
Chris has dedicated his time and energy as a volunteer for every Certification Retreat since 2014, supporting students of all genders in gaining greater mastery in the art of mindfulness and somatic healing practices.
Dr. Erickson is an accomplished Vajrayana Tantra practitioner, and one of the most advanced male practitioners of modern Tantra in North America.
He is deeply interested in weaving his academic understanding of society with his wisdom as a Tantric practitioner. Dr. Erickson specializes in teaching Tibetan Buddhist Meditation theory and practice, cultivating mindful presence through pleasure, and mastering the art of semen retention.
BA (University of British Columbia; International Relations, Philosophy), MA (Bond University; Philosophy), Ph.D (University of Massachusetts Amherst; Political Science), ABS Certified Clinical Sexologist, Director and Senior Educational Administrator of IATE (and Muse to Devi Ward Erickson)
“When I look back, I can see some pivotal events in my past that were crucial in shaping me as a person. The latest one was the Tantra Mastery Training Program that I took under the guidance of Dr. Chris Erickson. I was of age when I didn’t expect that I can see something totally new that may result in spiritual growth and yet, the course was an eye-opening experience that made me re-evaluate my attitude toward self, others, and the Universe. It truly put me on the path of what looks like an infinite personal and spiritual growth and provided me with the tools to build along the way. Thank you, IATE for this amazing experience.”
G. Mangov
Karen Craig, B.Msc., J.D., is co-owner of Live Heal Thrive Retreats™ and Explore the Art of Tantra™, along with her husband, Brion E. Craig, B.Msc. Through individual and group coaching and workshops, as well as through fun, powerful and transformative global retreats, they help men, women and ouples rediscover their power, authenticity and capacity for deep connection, intimacy and love. Karen is a Certified Metaphysical Practitioner, Certified Authentic Tantra® Educator and Practitioner, as well as a Certified Sexologist.
While in college, during which she received a B.A. degree in political science, Karen began her self-study and practice in various metaphysical modalities, including acupressure, aromatherapy, reflexology and massage therapy. After college, she went on to law school and earned her Juris Doctor degree. Following graduation, she became a trial attorney and later a Judge. Her interest and study of Tantra began in the 1990’s, when she was introduced to Tantra through books authored by Margot Annand. She completed her formal Tantra training and certification from the Institute of Authentic Tantra® Education, where she is now on the teaching staff as a Tantra Mastery instructor. She holds a second bachelor’s degree in Metaphysical Science and is currently working toward her Ph.D. in Holistic Counseling, with a second concentration in Relationship Dynamics. Karen has also completed training in Trauma Treatment from the National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine and is a trained ho’oponopono practitioner. Her approach to practice is to utilize an array of modalities based on ancient wisdom and indigenous practices, combined with cutting edge approaches, to guide individuals and couples on their journey to experiencing wholeness and pleasure in all areas of life.
Karen is also the proud mother of a son and daughter, as well as three stepsons with her husband Brion.
Brion Craig, B.Msc., is co-owner of Live Heal Thrive Retreats™ and Explore the Art of Tantra™, along with his wife, Karen Craig, B.Msc. Through individual and group coaching and workshops, as well as through fun, powerful and transformative global retreats, they help men, women and couples rediscover their power, authenticity and capacity for deep connection, intimacy and love. Brion is an Ordained Metaphysical Minister, Certified Metaphysical Practitioner, Certified Authentic Tantra® Practitioner, as well as a Certified Sexologist.
Brion began his self-study and practice in various metaphysical and spiritual modalities in 2010. He completed his formal Tantra training and certification from the Institute of Authentic Tantra® Education, where he is now on the teaching staff as a Tantra Mastery instructor.
Brion also holds a bachelor’s degree in Metaphysical Science and is currently working toward his Doctor of Philosophy, Ph.D., specializing in Transpersonal Counseling. He has also owned and operated his own IT business for over 20 years.
Brion is also the proud father of three sons, as well as a bonus son and daughter with his wife Karen.
As a former nun, oncology nurse, holistic health coach and energy medicine practitioner, I never imagined I would become a Certified Authentic Tantra® Practitioner and Sexologist! However, it’s a perfect fit!!
I am passionate about raising pleasure consciousness in the world: about supporting the healing and transformation needed to re-unite our sexuality with our spirituality. I know personally the emotional, physical, and mental trauma this “disconnect” can create in one’s life.
I am also deeply committed to cultivating a living embodied anti-racist culture. For me that means honoring each others humanity and lived experience with authenticity, tenderness, and truthful care.
If any of this resonates with you, I look very forward to connecting!
Laurie specializes in:
Ahmane’ Glover lives on the edge of intense creative energy. She craves passion, joy and limitless possibilities for personal and communal wellness. When the world says, “give up,” the rhythm of her life says, “create change!” She is a spoken word artist, cultural organizer, tantrika, sexologist and holistic trauma informed facilitator of healing committed to creating innovative strategies to heal social division and ignite social change. Her sacred mission is to activate the power of the arts for communal healing and liberatory movements.
As an Authentic Tantra Practitioner, she embodies the ancient Shangpa Kagyu lineage based wisdom that has been passed on to her by the brilliant Authentic Tantra® teachers.
“Ahmane’ has been such a joy to journey with as a mentor. I knew it was extremely important for me to work with a woman of color who is deeply connected and could support me in healing my blocks with sexuality as a woman of color and healing my ancestral line. Ahmane’ held such a sacred space that allowed me to go in-depth with my patterns and unravel the truth that was previously never given the space to be heard and seen with such compassion. She has reminded me to speak my truth and express my sexual wisdom. I feel more in my power and am so grateful for Tibetan Tantra and the gift of learning from this sacred lineage.”
Baljit
I majored in Business Administration Management, as well as background in somatic healing bodywork, dance, art, and BDSM/Kink. Current studies include 300 hours certification in Foundations of Tibetan Medicine and Board Certification in Somatic Sex Education/Sexological Bodywork.
As a survivor of sexual abuse, I bring my own experiences as well as working with others who have experienced trauma, to share, guide and heal to become balanced and awakened in the body, mind, spirit and sex. My work and experience is a reflection of my continued healing journey. This is about connecting with the heart center to reignite true authentic nature and creative expression. My specialties include working with those who have experienced: sexual abuse/trauma, those looking to explore sexuality, and those with disabilities and mental health. I enjoy spreading awareness in sexual education, helping to restore pleasure & sensation, & bringing focus & awareness back to the body.
Specialties include:
Nicole Winston is a certified Authentic Tantra® Practitioner, Integrative Wellness Practitioner, and yoga/meditation instructor with certifications in hatha yoga and meditation, restorative yoga, yin yoga and yoga nidra. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Sciences and a Master of Arts in Social Anthropology.
Nicole integrates knowledge from these various traditions, and wisdoms procured from her lifelong pursuit of holistic wellness into workshops and coaching sessions through the container of her brand, Blue Nile Yoga.
As a woman of Afro-Indigenous Caribbean descent, Nicole is actively deepening roots and reclaiming her sovereignty through conscious choices that include employing herbs, essential oils and food as medicine, nurturing her relationship to the earth, sun and moon, and orienting towards her birthright of wealth and abundance through ancestral alignment.
Nicole embodies these ideals and modalities with calm, ease, curiosity and warmth. She dedicates her life and work as an offering to the divine and for the expansion, healing and pleasure of all.
I don’t know about you, but I spent a lot of my life looking for love in all and I mean all the wrong places like sex, drugs, rock and roll, self-help books and various religions. There was a hole in my soul I was always looking to fill, usually unsuccessfully.
In November of 1987 I found relief in 12 step recovery programs and discovered there is a Power greater than myself that helped to fill the hole most of the time. But something was still missing…I was looking for permission and a way to integrate spirituality and sexuality unapologetically.
Many years later I attended a sacred sexuality retreat where I met my now mentor Devi Ward Erikson, Founder and Owner of the Institute of Authentic Tantra Education®, who presented a snippet of Authentic Tantra® to the retreat attendees and my mind was forever blown. Devi introduced us to the Tibetan 5 Element Sexual Healing modality that blends mind, body, spirit and sex, spiritually and sexually through linage based practices and I knew I was finally home.
My gift is the ability to help you connect with that place within you where no harm has ever come…your Infinite Self.
I have great success with those individuals who want to transform, heal and grow into the spiritual and fully sexual being they were meant to be. Come on home to yourself.
Sequieta Whitfield, B.A. is a Certified Authentic Tantra Practitioner®, Certified Sexologist and Certified Life Coach. Sequieta has retired from a career in law enforcement, has a background in substance abuse counseling, community theater/dance and stand up comedy. Sequieta is based in San Diego, Ca and available to teach locally and virtually.
People all over the world have successfully completed the Tantra Mastery program and have received profound healing and transformation in every area of their life!
Registration is Open for 2023 – APPLY TODAY!
You will be guided step-by-step through the process of using the 4 Pillars of Authentic Tantra to awaken, heal, and reveal your true human potential.
Necessary for removing your “blocks to bliss” and uncovering your orgasmic essence!
12 months access to your online learning vault containing supplemental video content
Filled with information and practices designed to help you heal and integrate the 4 pillars of Authentic Tantra®
(Yoni Owners) Shake Your Soul Song Book by Devi Ward Erickson or (Lingam Owners) The Tao of Health, Sex, and Longevity by Daniel Reid
Recordings of each Coaching Session and Guided Meditation Recordings
We can honestly say this is the most effective and transformational Tantra Coaching Program available in the Western World, because it is rooted in LINEAGE.
This is also THE ONLY government-accredited Tantra Coaching Program IN THE WORLD.
If you are looking for a program that takes you DEEP into personal/sexual healing and offers the most effective, lineage-based + modern methods for transforming the “lead” of suffering into the gold of self-realization, AND is government accredited, THIS. IS. IT!
Every graduate of this program has reported profound healing in heart, mind, and body, an awakening of orgasmic sensation, and a deepening of connection with themselves and their intimate partners.
Each of our Tantra Mastery Coaches has been hand-picked by Devi Ward Erickson, has had literally hundreds of hours of Tantric training, and are some of the most highly trained + qualified Certified Tantra Practitioners in North America today
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