Self-proclaimed healer Hongchi Xiao, who ran a 'slapping therapy workshop,' failed to get help for a dying woman at his event, resulting in her death. He was jailed for gross negligence manslaughter.
Lawsuit alleges sexual assault by shamanic master during 'energy medicine' session, shedding light on dark side of modern spirituality involving psychedelic treatments. Similar claims against spiritual leaders indicate troubling trend of sexual abuse within alternative healing circles.