Meet Lisa Parker | Founder, Trilome®

We had the good fortune of connecting with Lisa Parker and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Lisa, where are your from? We’d love to hear about how your background has played a role in who you are today?
I grew up in Detroit, Michigan, in a religious home, attending private Christian schools. Our house, which I believe was haunted, overwhelmed my nervous system. Terrified of ‘bad’ or ‘evil’ spirits, I didn’t have the tools to understand what was happening or ask for help, so I learned to dissociate by the time I was seven years old in order to cope.

School was also tough for me. I was frequently bullied and teased, and once I had my clothes ripped off in front of the school. My life was a revolving door of dissociation, guilt, shame, dread, and pain, making it hard to find a safe space. Sports became my outlet, a way to release pent-up energy and escape my reality. But as I grew older, the coaching became more intense and abusive—it was a reality that I just got used to.

In college, I received an athletic scholarship, but the abuse only intensified. I felt trapped, believing I had no choice but to endure it by fear of loosing my scholarship. Beyond the athletic abuse, I faced physical and emotional violations from friends and strangers alike. On top of my personal struggles, I lost multiple friends to suicide, overdoses, and car accidents. Constant tragedy surrounded me, amplifying my pain and increasing my capacity to numb. My father once told me that my suffering was preparing me for something greater. At the time, these words made me angry and confused. How could suffering prepare me for anything other than more pain? Yeah, those were some of the darkest years of my life.

For a long time, my story was one of perpetual abuse, sorrow, pain, and trauma, which I faced alone. I never talked to anyone about what was happening and never sought therapy. In my 30s, I discovered bodywork and had the intuition that I needed to heal myself before I could help others. Traditional therapy felt too daunting, so I decided to try psychedelics first, having heard about their therapeutic potential. This was a turning point for me. Through psychedelics and bodywork, I began to truly understand the intricate connections between the mind and body. I realized how much our bodies store emotions, memories, and tensions. This revelation helped me correlate my past experiences with the current pain in my body. This journey demanded that I learn how to heal all aspects of my being—physical, emotional, energetic, and spiritual. Without the trauma, I wouldn’t have gained the deep understanding I have today of the connections between the mind and body which is crucial in my work. And suddenly, my father’s words made sense to me. My trauma prepared me to be very good at what I do today and gave me the tools and inspiration to create Trilome.

Reflecting on my journey, it’s almost ironic that I now advocate for psychedelic integrative bodywork. My religious upbringing and background as a competitive athlete taught me that psychedelics or ‘drugs’ would ruin my life and send me to hell. Instead, they saved it and inspired me to create a new modality to help others heal from their personal hells. This journey has shaped Trilome, drawing from my own experiences of trauma and healing. It’s this deep understanding and empathy that make me highly effective in my work today.

Can you give our readers an introduction to your business? Maybe you can share a bit about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Trilome is the method I created that combines psychedelics and bodywork together, known as Psychedelic Integrative Bodywork. It is uniquely designed to support your physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies, ultimately combining a bodywork session and a therapeutic psychedelic experience all into one. Physical pain, especially chronic and unexplained pain, can be caused by unprocessed trauma or suppressed emotions in the subconscious. I read a study from The National Center for PTSD that found 15% – 35% of people with PTSD have chronic pain, and most are unaware of the connection between their pain and traumatic events. We cannot address pain on the physical level if it stems from someplace deeper in the subconscious. The fastest way to access the subconscious is with psychedelics.

In a Trilome session, the introspective state induced by psychedelics can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and one’s traumas or emotional challenges. This complements the physical aspect of bodywork, which aims to release tension and blockages in the body. When combined, the physical release through bodywork can be synchronized with emotional and psychological release through psychedelic facilitation. This holistic approach leads to more profound and lasting healing, as it addresses multiple dimensions of human existence together.

Trilome sessions are five hours long, with clients staying fully dressed the entire time, often working over a blanket. I use a threshold dose of psychedelics—more than a microdose and less than a hero dose—to ensure the client experiences an energetic and spiritual opening while remaining fully present with their physical bodies.

I am most proud of the profound impact Trilome has had on people’s lives. Seeing clients experience deep healing and transformation fuels my passion and commitment to this work. It excites me to know that Trilome is pioneering a new path in holistic health, providing tools and support for true, lasting change. Our lives are complicated, and we often don’t have the time or resources to seek multiple therapeutic practitioners over years and spend thousands of dollars trying to find healing and relief. Trilome provides an efficient and profound opportunity for deep healing in one session.

Getting to where I am today has not been easy. The journey was filled with personal challenges, including overcoming my own trauma and fears. The stigma surrounding psychedelics added another layer of difficulty. To overcome these challenges, I had to stay deeply connected to my purpose and the vision I had for Trilome. I sought support from people I trust, continuously educated myself, and remained resilient in the face of adversity. I had no one to look up to or seek guidance from in this specific work. Touching someone while in an altered state is very sensitive and delicate, especially if they have experienced physical boundary crossings involving substances. I had to figure out which psychedelics to use, dosage, timing, and process to establish a modality that was safe.

Through this journey, I have learned several valuable lessons. I’ve learned the importance of authenticity and staying true to my mission, even when it is difficult. I’ve discovered the power of vulnerability and sharing my own story, which has helped build trust and connection with clients. Lastly, I’ve realized that innovation often requires stepping out of comfort zones and challenging established norms. My early life trauma allowed me to understand fully how to support others. I have learned about the nervous system, protective patterns, and how our psyches and physical bodies work together to keep us productive and safe. Everything that happens is for a reason, and our bodies and psyches are doing what they know how to do. I don’t believe anything is ever wrong or that we should change anything. Instead, I believe in figuring out the core issue and addressing the need.

I want the world to know that Trilome is more than just a business; it is a movement toward holistic healing and personal empowerment. My brand and story are rooted in a deep understanding of trauma and the potential for profound healing through integrative approaches. Trilome is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their lives, heal from past wounds, and step into their fullest potential. It is my mission to spread this modality and make it accessible to all who seek true, transformative healing. In line with this mission, I have established the Trilome Academy, where I teach other licensed bodyworkers and massage therapists how to practice this powerful modality. Through this comprehensive program, I am proud to extend the reach of Trilome, ensuring that more people can benefit from its transformative power.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I’m more of a homebody and I love my house in Topanga, so I would start there. Drinking coffee or tea in the morning with a view of the mountains is just breathtaking. I prefer cooking over eating out, so the itinerary would revolve around visiting farmers markets in LA, such as Topanga, Santa Monica, and Playa Vista. Sharing delicious home-cooked meals is a love language for me, and it’s something I’ve really come to enjoy over the past two years. There’s a special kind of magic that happens when you sit together around a table for a home-cooked meal.

For activities, we would go on hikes to enjoy the natural beauty of the area, watch sunsets, and maybe take a sailboat ride over to Catalina.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I have been very lucky to be surrounded by people who love and support me. My sister-in-law Monica played an intrigue part in my life by introducing me to Ayahuasca and psychedelic therapies. She was the first person I could confide in about the trauma I’d experienced in my life, and I spent many nights with her as she encouraged me to heal, grow, and become the woman I am today. She will forever have my gratitude for stepping into my life, taking my hand, and lifting me up at the exact right moment.

And I would be remiss if I didn’t also thank my partner, Deva. He believed in me before I did and never accepted it when I told him I couldn’t do it. His unwavering support has given me the strength to accomplish everything I have. Deva has been my rock, providing extraordinary encouragement through every challenge and triumph. His belief in me has been a constant source of inspiration and motivation.

And to all of the people who served as messengers for pain and trauma, I acknowledge them with love as well. Without those experiences, I wouldn’t be in the position I am today to help others. It has taken me many years to say this, but I’m grateful for all of it and it has turned into an incredible blessing for me. I think my father’s words were wiser than either of us knew in the moment.

Website: https://www.trilome.com

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Image Credits
Nicole Goddard Photography
Dae Howerton