Who We Are
An Experienced Professional Team
Dr Martie Underwood (PhD)
Owner & Programme Director
Martie holds a Diploma in Herbal Medicine, an MSc in Transpersonal Psychology, and she completed her PhD in Psychology in 2025. The topic of her PhD research was the sacred plant medicine ibogaine. She also holds certification in PsychoSocial Palliative Care. She is registered with the South African Traditional and Holistic Wellness Association, she is a professional member of EUROTAS and a professional affiliate of the Galileo Commission. She also serves on the Advisory Board of the Global Iboga Therapy Alliance.

Johann Hattingh
Centre Manager & Retreat Guide
Johann joined the Centre in 2019 following his successful Ibogaine treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Jo, as he is affectionately known, is the founding member of the PTSD SA support group. After joining the Centre, he completed a qualification with UNISA in Victim Empowerment and Support and also holds current CPR certification. Clients are drawn to Jo, and resonate with his kindness and wisdom.

Shayne Nowikow
Retreat Guide
Shayne has been involved in facilitating retreats since the Centre’s early days. Following a period of absence to pursue other interests, he returned in November 2022. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, not to mention his unique and upbeat sense of humour.

Jeanine Slabbert
Retreat Guide
Jeanine brings a grounded, compassionate presence to the Centre. As a Certified Master Life Coach with an Honours Degree in Psychology, she supports participants through reflective coaching conversations that encourage self-understanding and emotional awareness. Her approach is practical, empathetic, and firmly rooted in wellness-based support.

Lebogang Molefe
Retreat Assistant
Lebogang, or LeboG as she is affectionately known, joined our team in November 2022. Her keen observation skills, along with her sunny personality and her willingness to learn, make her a valued team member, much loved by her colleagues and participants.

Liquorice & Team
Professional Good Boy & Therapy Dogs
Liquorice is a professional good boy and the most senior of our therapy dogs. From taking shots at the vet, to cuddling on the couch, Liquorice has excellent manners down to a fine art. He tries his best to lead the pack of hooligans we have at the Centre, and mostly gets it right.