Who We Are

An established Team of Professionals
Dr Martie Underwood (PhD)

Dr Martie Underwood (PhD)

Owner & Ibogaine Researcher

Martie holds a Diploma in Herbal Medicine, an MSc in Transpersonal Psychology, and she completed her PhD in Psychology in 2025. She also holds certification in PsychoSocial Palliative Care. She has worked with the sacred plant medicine ibogaine since 2019 and chose ibogaine as the research topic for her PhD. 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, and regularly delivers keynote presentations at conferences.

Johann Hattingh

Johann Hattingh

Centre Manager, Therapist & Treatment Guide

Johann joined the Centre in 2019 following his successful Ibogaine treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Jo, as he is affectionately known, is an exceptional advocate for the use of plant medicine in treating trauma, and 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

Shayne Nowikow

Treatment Guide

Shayne has been involved since the Centre’s early days, facilitating journeys with various plant medicines. Following a period of absence to pursue other interests, he returned in November 2022. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in ibogaine treatment, not to mention his unique and upbeat sense of humour.

Jeanine Slabbert

Jeanine Slabbert

Therapist & Treatment Guide

Jeanine is a Certified Master Life and Therapeutic coach with an Honours Degree in Psychology, specialising in Cognitive Neuroscience. Jeanine started at the Centre in early 2015, before moving into other alternative psychotherapeutic practices. She rejoined the Centre in 2024. She has a deep passion for working with plant medicine, and her relentless pursuit of knowledge and expertise within the therapeutic realm has given her a deep understanding of emotional processing, enabling her to share ample empathy and compassion with our clients.

Lebogang Molefe

Lebogang Molefe

Treatment 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 clients.

Liquorice & Team

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.