Awakening 2024
Speakers & Workshop Leaders

CEO & Psychotherapist — Shakti Therapy & Healing Services

Ektha Aggarwal is an experienced licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and Founder of the group practice Shakti Therapy and Healing Services. Shakti Therapy offers a holistic and psychotherapeutic approach to help clients realize that we are an integral part of the vast and complex web of life – that the health of the whole is intimately connected with the health of the individual. In her practice, Ektha also offers a variety of treatments from crystal healing, psychedelic-assisted therapy and other holistic interventions. Ektha has published her work with ScienceDirect, Good Indian Girl blog, Brown Women’s Health, and Women’s Web.

www.shaktitherapyhealing.com

instagram.com/shaktitherapy/

CEO & Psychotherapist — Shakti Therapy & Healing Services

Ektha Aggarwal is an experienced licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and Founder of the group practice Shakti Therapy and Healing Services. Shakti Therapy offers a holistic and psychotherapeutic approach to help clients realize that we are an integral part of the vast and complex web of life – that the health of the whole is intimately connected with the health of the individual. In her practice, Ektha also offers a variety of treatments from crystal healing, psychedelic-assisted therapy and other holistic interventions. Ektha has published her work with ScienceDirect, Good Indian Girl blog, Brown Women’s Health, and Women’s Web.

www.shaktitherapyhealing.com

instagram.com/shaktitherapy/

Medicine Facilitator

Diego, originally from Colombia, has dedicated his life to working with traditional medicines. He believes that serving others is his true purpose and has gained profound insights through his experiences with these traditional practices. Driven by a deep sense of gratitude for the knowledge he has received, Diego is committed to sharing the wisdom of traditional medicines with his community, extending his knowledge and support to others.

Instagram: @AinyHealing

Medicine Facilitator

Diego, originally from Colombia, has dedicated his life to working with traditional medicines. He believes that serving others is his true purpose and has gained profound insights through his experiences with these traditional practices. Driven by a deep sense of gratitude for the knowledge he has received, Diego is committed to sharing the wisdom of traditional medicines with his community, extending his knowledge and support to others.

Instagram: @AinyHealing

Founder & CEO of Home-LA
Psychedelic & Addiction Psychiatrist

Dr. Eva Altobelli, MD is the founder of Home-LA, a wellness center integrating psychiatry, psychotherapy and psychedelic healing. Dr. Altobelli completed a psychiatric residency and fellowship in addiction and has been committed to the intersections of mental health and substance use disorders. She is a Diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. With post graduate training ranging from IFS and analysis to ketamine and psychedelic therapies, her practice integrates mind, body and spirit into the healing process. She is certified as a psychedelic therapist by the California Institute of Integral Studies and MAPS. Dr Altobelli is passionate about changing the paradigm of addiction, recovery and mental health.

Home-La.com
424 877 1333
IG: homela_drevaaltobelli

Founder & CEO of Home-LA
Psychedelic & Addiction Psychiatrist

Dr. Eva Altobelli, MD is the founder of Home-LA, a wellness center integrating psychiatry, psychotherapy and psychedelic healing. Dr. Altobelli completed a psychiatric residency and fellowship in addiction and has been committed to the intersections of mental health and substance use disorders. She is a Diplomat of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. With post graduate training ranging from IFS and analysis to ketamine and psychedelic therapies, her practice integrates mind, body and spirit into the healing process. She is certified as a psychedelic therapist by the California Institute of Integral Studies and MAPS. Dr Altobelli is passionate about changing the paradigm of addiction, recovery and mental health.

Home-La.com
424 877 1333
IG: homela_drevaaltobelli

Nondual Entheogenic Educator

Martin W. Ball, Ph.D. is a nondual entheogenic educator, independent author and publisher of over 20 books, podcast host of 16+ years, musician, artist, and integration coach. He is best known for his revolutionary work with 5-MeO-DMT and the energetics of nondual states of being and transformation. He is widely regarded as one of the world’s foremost experts on the phenomenology of the 5-MeO-DMT experience and emphasizes the sharing of rational and grounded information for education and personal empowerment. His most recent book, 5-MeO-DMT Integration: Embodying Nonduality is Not What You Think is currently available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook.

martinwball@gmail.com

www.martinball.net

www.nondualentheogenicintegration.com

Nondual Entheogenic Educator

Martin W. Ball, Ph.D. is a nondual entheogenic educator, independent author and publisher of over 20 books, podcast host of 16+ years, musician, artist, and integration coach. He is best known for his revolutionary work with 5-MeO-DMT and the energetics of nondual states of being and transformation. He is widely regarded as one of the world’s foremost experts on the phenomenology of the 5-MeO-DMT experience and emphasizes the sharing of rational and grounded information for education and personal empowerment. His most recent book, 5-MeO-DMT Integration: Embodying Nonduality is Not What You Think is currently available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook.

martinwball@gmail.com

www.martinball.net

www.nondualentheogenicintegration.com

CEO-FerCoaching

Fernando Goncalves Borrega, known as FerCoaching is Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. He embodies a holistic approach to personal growth, community building, and the transformative power of plant medicine ceremonies. A dedicated space creator for change, specializing in Rapéh ceremonies, plant medicine ceremonies, meditation, and energy healing. With a strong emphasis on community, personal growth, and spiritual well-being, Fernando offers a unique blend of services including group healing and sound baths, and sacred ceremonies incorporating psychedelics. His journey in spiritual, energy, and holistic practices includes workshops and certifications from the Master Choa Kok Sui disciplines such as Pranic Healing.

Contact Info: www.fercoaching.com (786)277-6940

CEO-FerCoaching

Fernando Goncalves Borrega, known as FerCoaching is Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. He embodies a holistic approach to personal growth, community building, and the transformative power of plant medicine ceremonies. A dedicated space creator for change, specializing in Rapéh ceremonies, plant medicine ceremonies, meditation, and energy healing. With a strong emphasis on community, personal growth, and spiritual well-being, Fernando offers a unique blend of services including group healing and sound baths, and sacred ceremonies incorporating psychedelics. His journey in spiritual, energy, and holistic practices includes workshops and certifications from the Master Choa Kok Sui disciplines such as Pranic Healing.

Contact Info: www.fercoaching.com (786)277-6940

Awakening of Consciousness 2024 speaker Dr. Michael Broukhim

Dr. Michael Broukhim is a holistic/integrative psychiatrist who specializes in non-medication approaches to mental health treatment. He is the co-owner and clinical director of HOPE Integrative Psychiatry which has offices in Sherman Oaks and Marin County. He is professionally focused on disproving the myth that most mental health conditions are chronic and has the greater goal of having less people be dependent on the mental health system by empowering their innate capacity to heal themselves.

Dr. Michael Broukhim is a holistic/integrative psychiatrist who specializes in non-medication approaches to mental health treatment. He is the co-owner and clinical director of HOPE Integrative Psychiatry which has offices in Sherman Oaks and Marin County. He is professionally focused on disproving the myth that most mental health conditions are chronic and has the greater goal of having less people be dependent on the mental health system by empowering their innate capacity to heal themselves.

BReal, photo by Pedro Garcia @votefordro

Lead rapper, Cypress Hill. Cannabis and psychedelic visionary and thought leader.

Lead rapper, Cypress Hill. Cannabis and psychedelic visionary and thought leader.

“Vibey” has an over 20-year award winning career hosting in radio, festivals/conscious campouts & so much more. With a goal of reaching everyone in some positive way, he is the owner of Vibeyhealing, building a healing network and “center of peaceful education” in Wildomar California. This focuses on helping families heal core wounds through different modalities including dance and sound alchemy. Throughout the decades, Vibeyhealing has helped with the before and aftercare of plant medicinas & frog medicinas, offering unique integration techniques and locations to receive true potentiality from journeys and teaching that we truly are the medicine (so eventually we do not need to keep reaching outside of oneself).

vibeyhealing@gmail.com

“Vibey” has an over 20-year award winning career hosting in radio, festivals/conscious campouts & so much more. With a goal of reaching everyone in some positive way, he is the owner of Vibeyhealing, building a healing network and “center of peaceful education” in Wildomar California. This focuses on helping families heal core wounds through different modalities including dance and sound alchemy. Throughout the decades, Vibeyhealing has helped with the before and aftercare of plant medicinas & frog medicinas, offering unique integration techniques and locations to receive true potentiality from journeys and teaching that we truly are the medicine (so eventually we do not need to keep reaching outside of oneself).

vibeyhealing@gmail.com

Founder of Souline.life

Lane Carlson is a facilitator in psychedelic therapy, sound practitioner, and educator with a master’s degree in spiritual psychology from the University of Santa Monica. He conducted studies and documentaries on psychedelics and has been featured on various podcasts and TV shows, including “The Healing Matrix” on GaiTV. Originally from Stillwater, MN, Lane now resides in Topanga, CA. He serves as an advisor to Wake.net and recently launched an online facilitation course for those interested in learning more about facilitating psychedelic ceremonies on Souline.life. Lane’s passion for psychedelic therapy shines through his dedication and expertise in the field.

Founder of Souline.life

Lane Carlson is a facilitator in psychedelic therapy, sound practitioner, and educator with a master’s degree in spiritual psychology from the University of Santa Monica. He conducted studies and documentaries on psychedelics and has been featured on various podcasts and TV shows, including “The Healing Matrix” on GaiTV. Originally from Stillwater, MN, Lane now resides in Topanga, CA. He serves as an advisor to Wake.net and recently launched an online facilitation course for those interested in learning more about facilitating psychedelic ceremonies on Souline.life. Lane’s passion for psychedelic therapy shines through his dedication and expertise in the field.

Erik Casano is a multifaceted creative entrepreneur and the founder of the wellness brand Aquarian Alchemy. He is a Breathwork coach, musician, and producer who has dedicated his life to helping people unlock their full potential and live their best lives.

Erik is also the driving force behind the band Space-X-Force, which creates music for Breathwork. The band’s music is designed to facilitate a deep, meditative state that allows for profound healing and personal transformation. Erik’s musical talents and knowledge of Breathwork combine to create a unique and powerful experience for anyone seeking to improve their physical, emotional, or spiritual wellbeing.

Beyond his work in music and Breathwork, Erik is also a skilled visualization and lucid dreaming teacher who has helped countless individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential. He is committed to providing holistic, empowering tools and resources to support individuals on their journey to optimal health and wellbeing.

Erik Casano is a multifaceted creative entrepreneur and the founder of the wellness brand Aquarian Alchemy. He is a Breathwork coach, musician, and producer who has dedicated his life to helping people unlock their full potential and live their best lives.

Erik is also the driving force behind the band Space-X-Force, which creates music for Breathwork. The band’s music is designed to facilitate a deep, meditative state that allows for profound healing and personal transformation. Erik’s musical talents and knowledge of Breathwork combine to create a unique and powerful experience for anyone seeking to improve their physical, emotional, or spiritual wellbeing.

Beyond his work in music and Breathwork, Erik is also a skilled visualization and lucid dreaming teacher who has helped countless individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential. He is committed to providing holistic, empowering tools and resources to support individuals on their journey to optimal health and wellbeing.

Salvador Chalchihuitzilli at Awakening of Consciousness 2024

Creator of Cosmic Ocular Services

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Salvador is of Mexica and Purépecha lineage. A visionary artist, fire performer, sports coach, Aztec drummer, and Indigenous wisdom keeper, he embodies a deep connection to his heritage. Known by the name ‘Chalchihuitzilli’ or ‘Jade Hummingbird,’ Salvador emphasizes the importance of safe spaces for radical self-expression and healing.

His journey began with lacrosse, an Iroquois ‘Medicine Game,’ shaping his personal development. Through mentorship and exploration of Native American traditions, he uncovered his great-grandfather’s legacy as a curandero. Today, Salvador shares his knowledge through meditative practices, guiding others on their paths of self-discovery.

Creator of Cosmic Ocular Services

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Salvador is of Mexica and Purépecha lineage. A visionary artist, fire performer, sports coach, Aztec drummer, and Indigenous wisdom keeper, he embodies a deep connection to his heritage. Known by the name ‘Chalchihuitzilli’ or ‘Jade Hummingbird,’ Salvador emphasizes the importance of safe spaces for radical self-expression and healing.

His journey began with lacrosse, an Iroquois ‘Medicine Game,’ shaping his personal development. Through mentorship and exploration of Native American traditions, he uncovered his great-grandfather’s legacy as a curandero. Today, Salvador shares his knowledge through meditative practices, guiding others on their paths of self-discovery.

Awakening speaker Luna Chi

Luna Chi is a creative facilitator in the world of Healing Arts. she’s devoted her life mission to the evolution of emotional health and creative freedom for humanity. 
Luna guides workshops, ceremonies, seminars and retreats globally around the world that focus on mental health awareness and artistic expansion. Driven by the depths of her own emotional landscape, she gives listeners a universally receptive and poetic approach to the healing process.
As a creator herself, she shares her medicine as a musician, DJ and spoken word artist.

Instagram: @Lightworkluna

Luna Chi is a creative facilitator in the world of Healing Arts. she’s devoted her life mission to the evolution of emotional health and creative freedom for humanity. 
Luna guides workshops, ceremonies, seminars and retreats globally around the world that focus on mental health awareness and artistic expansion. Driven by the depths of her own emotional landscape, she gives listeners a universally receptive and poetic approach to the healing process.
As a creator herself, she shares her medicine as a musician, DJ and spoken word artist.

Instagram: @Lightworkluna

Operations Manager — Wonderbags

Zach is an award-winning product developer. In 2022 he founded Wonderbags which seeks to make research, education, and cultivation of mushrooms more accessible to everyday people. He is passionate about Natural Medicine and psychedelics and has been deeply affected by them personally.

(303) 659.8001

get@wonder-bags.com

wonder-bags.com

Social media: @wonderbagslive

Operations Manager — Wonderbags

Zach is an award-winning product developer. In 2022 he founded Wonderbags which seeks to make research, education, and cultivation of mushrooms more accessible to everyday people. He is passionate about Natural Medicine and psychedelics and has been deeply affected by them personally.

(303) 659.8001

get@wonder-bags.com

wonder-bags.com

Social media: @wonderbagslive

Founder, Medical director of Lucid Therapeutics – Psychedelic Ketamine Focused Therapy

Dr. Remi Drozd, a board-certified physician with a decade and a half of practice dedicated to enhancing patient health, has witnessed the transformative potential of psychedelics firsthand. Trained as a Ketamine practitioner, he has explored the therapeutic benefits of these substances within clinical contexts. Dissatisfied with the conventional symptom-focused approach of western medicine during his tenure in hospital settings, Dr. Drozd advocates for a holistic method centered on understanding each patient’s unique circumstances. He contends that addressing the root causes of illness and tailoring treatments accordingly is the most effective and sustainable path to wellness. Through ongoing research, he asserts that psychedelic therapies offer a vital component in achieving restored well-being for many individuals.

Email: remi@thelucid.life
Website: thelucid.life
Cell: 805-694-1311
Lucid Therapeutics: 805-365-4095

Founder, Medical director of Lucid Therapeutics – Psychedelic Ketamine Focused Therapy

Dr. Remi Drozd, a board-certified physician with a decade and a half of practice dedicated to enhancing patient health, has witnessed the transformative potential of psychedelics firsthand. Trained as a Ketamine practitioner, he has explored the therapeutic benefits of these substances within clinical contexts. Dissatisfied with the conventional symptom-focused approach of western medicine during his tenure in hospital settings, Dr. Drozd advocates for a holistic method centered on understanding each patient’s unique circumstances. He contends that addressing the root causes of illness and tailoring treatments accordingly is the most effective and sustainable path to wellness. Through ongoing research, he asserts that psychedelic therapies offer a vital component in achieving restored well-being for many individuals.

Email: remi@thelucid.life
Website: thelucid.life
Cell: 805-694-1311
Lucid Therapeutics: 805-365-4095

Associate Psychotherapist

Danielle Dunne is an associate psychotherapist working in addiction and rehabilitation. Danielle received her Master’s degree specializing in systems therapy in 2023, and has spent several years researching substance abuse and the psychology behind addictive behaviors, as well as understanding the difference in perspectives other cultures hold on such topics. She brings a unique perspective of how one may start to bridge the gap between psychology and spirituality, integrating what many find so fascinating about the experience on psychedelics into sobriety.

(209)470-4812

d.guadalupe.dunne@gmail.com

Associate Psychotherapist

Danielle Dunne is an associate psychotherapist working in addiction and rehabilitation. Danielle received her Master’s degree specializing in systems therapy in 2023, and has spent several years researching substance abuse and the psychology behind addictive behaviors, as well as understanding the difference in perspectives other cultures hold on such topics. She brings a unique perspective of how one may start to bridge the gap between psychology and spirituality, integrating what many find so fascinating about the experience on psychedelics into sobriety.

(209)470-4812

d.guadalupe.dunne@gmail.com

Elio Geusa is immensely passionate about sharing his knowledge of Master Plants, respecting traditional ways of knowing, interpreting, and navigating plant medicine work, and helping to re-awaken his guests to the innate intelligence and benevolence of the natural world. Elio has been devoted to the path of plant medicine and Ayahuasca since 2009. In his long time in Peru, he has continued to deepen his knowledge, experience, and understanding of the workings of the sacred plant medicines, studying the Shipibo traditions under the revered Mahua family. He has undertaken numerous Master Plant Dietas with well-respected curanderos in the Peruvian Amazon.

Elio Geusa is immensely passionate about sharing his knowledge of Master Plants, respecting traditional ways of knowing, interpreting, and navigating plant medicine work, and helping to re-awaken his guests to the innate intelligence and benevolence of the natural world. Elio has been devoted to the path of plant medicine and Ayahuasca since 2009. In his long time in Peru, he has continued to deepen his knowledge, experience, and understanding of the workings of the sacred plant medicines, studying the Shipibo traditions under the revered Mahua family. He has undertaken numerous Master Plant Dietas with well-respected curanderos in the Peruvian Amazon.

Jaz Healer Awakening of Consciousness 2024 speaker

Trauma Healing Specialist, Plant Medicine Facilitator & Healer

Jaz is a Los Angeles-based healer and plant medicine facilitator with over a decade of experience, specializing in trauma recovery. For the past five years, she has focused on MDMA group therapy, guiding individuals through transformative healing journeys. By blending traditional practices with modern technology, Jaz offers a holistic approach to trauma healing, helping clients reconnect with their true selves for lasting change.

Trauma Healing Specialist, Plant Medicine Facilitator & Healer

Jaz is a Los Angeles-based healer and plant medicine facilitator with over a decade of experience, specializing in trauma recovery. For the past five years, she has focused on MDMA group therapy, guiding individuals through transformative healing journeys. By blending traditional practices with modern technology, Jaz offers a holistic approach to trauma healing, helping clients reconnect with their true selves for lasting change.

Sexuality & Relationship Coach

Hannah Jo is a Sexuality and Relationship Coach based in Santa Barbara, specializing in supporting individuals and couples to cultivate deep intimacy, authenticity, and fulfilling sexuality. Her journey towards this profession was sparked by her personal healing through tantra, sexual healing, and transformative experiences with psychedelics. Her coaching practice combines sensuality, somatics and transpersonal psychology to bring people into an expanded state of Self-realization and relational awareness. Hannah Jo also serves as the Host for guests at District216, the Psychedelic Social Club in Santa Barbara where she interviews psychedelic pioneers in front of a live audience.

TheStudioX.com

Instagram: @hannahjosexcoach

Sexuality & Relationship Coach

Hannah Jo is a Sexuality and Relationship Coach based in Santa Barbara, specializing in supporting individuals and couples to cultivate deep intimacy, authenticity, and fulfilling sexuality. Her journey towards this profession was sparked by her personal healing through tantra, sexual healing, and transformative experiences with psychedelics. Her coaching practice combines sensuality, somatics and transpersonal psychology to bring people into an expanded state of Self-realization and relational awareness. Hannah Jo also serves as the Host for guests at District216, the Psychedelic Social Club in Santa Barbara where she interviews psychedelic pioneers in front of a live audience.

TheStudioX.com

Instagram: @hannahjosexcoach

CEO & Founder – Mycroboost

I’m a startup founder, product developer, keynote speaker, and seasoned expert in navigating emerging markets. I’m also a cannabis and hemp industry veteran, CEO of supplement manufacturer Custom Capsule Consultants and founder of Mycroboost, a functional mushroom product line.

I’ve written op-eds about mushroom product development and the burgeoning psychedelic industry for Rolling Stone, Natural Products Insider, Nutraceuticals World, and Nutritional Outlook. I’ve been a speaker, panelist and keynote speaker at South by Southwest, the California Psychedelic Conference, the Science of Psychedelics Conference, and the Texas Mushroom Conference.

robert@customcapsuleconsultants.com

CEO & Founder – Mycroboost

I’m a startup founder, product developer, keynote speaker, and seasoned expert in navigating emerging markets. I’m also a cannabis and hemp industry veteran, CEO of supplement manufacturer Custom Capsule Consultants and founder of Mycroboost, a functional mushroom product line.

I’ve written op-eds about mushroom product development and the burgeoning psychedelic industry for Rolling Stone, Natural Products Insider, Nutraceuticals World, and Nutritional Outlook. I’ve been a speaker, panelist and keynote speaker at South by Southwest, the California Psychedelic Conference, the Science of Psychedelics Conference, and the Texas Mushroom Conference.

robert@customcapsuleconsultants.com

Transformationalist Specialist

Wolf Purnananda is a modern medicine man, ceremonialist, and mystic devoted to Earth’s healing remedies. With over a decade of exploring ancient traditions, he connects souls to the Divine through his work. Recently, Wolf has forged a profound connection with the Spirit of Iboga, offering unique, multi-modal plant medicine ceremonies. He is a certified yoga instructor, advanced Reiki practitioner, Chi Gong instructor, and Master Practitioner and Level 1 Trainer by Kambo International. Wolf travels extensively, leading ceremonies in Los Angeles, Hawaii, and across the West Coast and Southwest.

Wolf@spiritfi.life

Transformationalist Specialist

Wolf Purnananda is a modern medicine man, ceremonialist, and mystic devoted to Earth’s healing remedies. With over a decade of exploring ancient traditions, he connects souls to the Divine through his work. Recently, Wolf has forged a profound connection with the Spirit of Iboga, offering unique, multi-modal plant medicine ceremonies. He is a certified yoga instructor, advanced Reiki practitioner, Chi Gong instructor, and Master Practitioner and Level 1 Trainer by Kambo International. Wolf travels extensively, leading ceremonies in Los Angeles, Hawaii, and across the West Coast and Southwest.

Wolf@spiritfi.life

CEO, Psychedelic Institute of Los Angeles

Paul Karasik brings decades of experience in the world of psychedelics. Paul was a member of the early psychedelic community in New York and California, which included such luminaries as Timothy Leary and Ram Dass. Paul co-founded Thompson’s Ranch, one of the first alternative communities in Joshua Tree, CA. Paul is currently working on his tenth book, “Leading the Psychedelic Revolution.” Paul and The Psychedelic Institute are dedicated to making information and safe access available to anyone and everyone who is seeking to awaken their consciousness.

CEO, Psychedelic Institute of Los Angeles

Paul Karasik brings decades of experience in the world of psychedelics. Paul was a member of the early psychedelic community in New York and California, which included such luminaries as Timothy Leary and Ram Dass. Paul co-founded Thompson’s Ranch, one of the first alternative communities in Joshua Tree, CA. Paul is currently working on his tenth book, “Leading the Psychedelic Revolution.” Paul and The Psychedelic Institute are dedicated to making information and safe access available to anyone and everyone who is seeking to awaken their consciousness.

Sky Karasik is a passionate member of the psychedelic community. As a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, with a BA in Communications and minor in Gender/Sexuality/Women’s studies, she is drawn to issues that involve helping people through embracing individual experiences. Her own personal experiences have led her to understand that psychedelics have the potential to address many of the negative social and spiritual aspects of life that plague our culture today. Having worked in media in the cannabis industry, Sky brings an understanding of the complexities of distribution and access.

Sky Karasik is a passionate member of the psychedelic community. As a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, with a BA in Communications and minor in Gender/Sexuality/Women’s studies, she is drawn to issues that involve helping people through embracing individual experiences. Her own personal experiences have led her to understand that psychedelics have the potential to address many of the negative social and spiritual aspects of life that plague our culture today. Having worked in media in the cannabis industry, Sky brings an understanding of the complexities of distribution and access.

Vice President of Sales — Panacea Payroll

Teresa Kearney is the Vice President of Sales for Panacea Payroll. Panacea is solely focused on providing Payroll, HR and Timekeeping to the cannabis and psychedelics industries. Teresa earned a B.S. at Indiana Univ. of PA and completed graduate study at Texas A&M Univ. While residing in multiple states in the US, she has worked in a variety of fields, such as, education, mental health, microwave TV transmitter sales, pharmaceutical research product sales, to name a few, before landing in the payroll industry. Teresa had been in payroll 8 years before applying her well-rounded skill set to the alternative health industry for the past 6 years.

teresa@panaceapayroll.com

610-310-7615

Vice President of Sales — Panacea Payroll

Teresa Kearney is the Vice President of Sales for Panacea Payroll. Panacea is solely focused on providing Payroll, HR and Timekeeping to the cannabis and psychedelics industries. Teresa earned a B.S. at Indiana Univ. of PA and completed graduate study at Texas A&M Univ. While residing in multiple states in the US, she has worked in a variety of fields, such as, education, mental health, microwave TV transmitter sales, pharmaceutical research product sales, to name a few, before landing in the payroll industry. Teresa had been in payroll 8 years before applying her well-rounded skill set to the alternative health industry for the past 6 years.

teresa@panaceapayroll.com

610-310-7615

Founder, Frequency

Mark Kohl is an extraordinary individual with a compelling life story of overcoming addiction, pioneering in the field of video production, and later founding FrequencyCaps, a groundbreaking company at the intersection of psychedelics and sound healing.

Mark’s journey offers profound insights into personal transformation, innovation in wellness, and the power of alternative healing modalities. His experiences and expertise greatly enrich listeners with invaluable perspectives on resilience, innovation, and holistic healing.

frequencycaps@gmail.com

(310)699-6924

Founder, Frequency

Mark Kohl is an extraordinary individual with a compelling life story of overcoming addiction, pioneering in the field of video production, and later founding FrequencyCaps, a groundbreaking company at the intersection of psychedelics and sound healing.

Mark’s journey offers profound insights into personal transformation, innovation in wellness, and the power of alternative healing modalities. His experiences and expertise greatly enrich listeners with invaluable perspectives on resilience, innovation, and holistic healing.

frequencycaps@gmail.com

(310)699-6924

Moon Priestess, Spiritual Counselor, Channel, Ceremonialist

Uri is a highly intuitive channel, medicine woman, and skilled clinical hypnotherapist certified in RTT, past-life regression, breathwork, and CHEK holistic practices. A Universal Tao Instructor and ceremonialist, her heart-opening sessions guide individuals to access divine wisdom and healing. After feeling unfulfilled as a fashion consultant in Los Angeles, Uri had a profound spiritual encounter 18 years ago that revealed her true calling. She pursued holistic health, working with nature elements, herbs, superfoods, and ancient techniques. Uri has traveled to sacred sites like the Amazon and High Andes, discovering deep healing through subconscious reprogramming and celestial ceremonies.

(310) 401-3500

iamuri@yahoo.com

Instagram: @healwithuri

Moon Priestess, Spiritual Counselor, Channel, Ceremonialist

Uri is a highly intuitive channel, medicine woman, and skilled clinical hypnotherapist certified in RTT, past-life regression, breathwork, and CHEK holistic practices. A Universal Tao Instructor and ceremonialist, her heart-opening sessions guide individuals to access divine wisdom and healing. After feeling unfulfilled as a fashion consultant in Los Angeles, Uri had a profound spiritual encounter 18 years ago that revealed her true calling. She pursued holistic health, working with nature elements, herbs, superfoods, and ancient techniques. Uri has traveled to sacred sites like the Amazon and High Andes, discovering deep healing through subconscious reprogramming and celestial ceremonies.

(310) 401-3500

iamuri@yahoo.com

Instagram: @healwithuri

Founder of Quantum Clinic

Dr. Katelyn Lehman is the Founder of Quantum Clinic in Los Angeles, a wellness center specializing in preventative care for mind, body, spirit, and soul. Quantum Clinic features a transformative float spa with frequency therapy, aiming to enhance stress reduction, self-discovery, and longevity. With a Ph.D. in Clinical and Multicultural Community Psychology, Dr. Lehman has worked in private practice, community mental health, and forensics since 2009. Her clients range from executives to trauma survivors. A renowned expert in bio-field psychology and healing through coherence, Dr. Lehman is also an educator and activist researching global systems change.

@quantumclinicusa
@drkatelynlehman

Founder of Quantum Clinic

Dr. Katelyn Lehman is the Founder of Quantum Clinic in Los Angeles, a wellness center specializing in preventative care for mind, body, spirit, and soul. Quantum Clinic features a transformative float spa with frequency therapy, aiming to enhance stress reduction, self-discovery, and longevity. With a Ph.D. in Clinical and Multicultural Community Psychology, Dr. Lehman has worked in private practice, community mental health, and forensics since 2009. Her clients range from executives to trauma survivors. A renowned expert in bio-field psychology and healing through coherence, Dr. Lehman is also an educator and activist researching global systems change.

@quantumclinicusa
@drkatelynlehman

Kambo, Plant Medicine & Reiki Practitioner

Heather Mack, a heart-centered soul healer and transformational coach, transitioned from a two-decade corporate career to a path of spiritual awakening sparked by her father’s cancer diagnosis. Exploring alternative healing modalities like Microdosing Mushrooms, Kambo, Ayahuasca, and Iboga, she gained profound insights into her subconscious and life’s deeper purpose. In 2022, Heather left her job to pursue healing, embarking on Reiki training and transformative journeys across Europe and South America. She founded Divine Gift, promoting self-healing through natural remedies and community support, fostering holistic well-being. Heather guides others to reclaim wholeness, embracing life’s gifts with grace. Her work cultivates conscious community events and workshops, dedicated to service and collective growth.

hellodivinegift@gmail.com

Kambo, Plant Medicine & Reiki Practitioner

Heather Mack, a heart-centered soul healer and transformational coach, transitioned from a two-decade corporate career to a path of spiritual awakening sparked by her father’s cancer diagnosis. Exploring alternative healing modalities like Microdosing Mushrooms, Kambo, Ayahuasca, and Iboga, she gained profound insights into her subconscious and life’s deeper purpose. In 2022, Heather left her job to pursue healing, embarking on Reiki training and transformative journeys across Europe and South America. She founded Divine Gift, promoting self-healing through natural remedies and community support, fostering holistic well-being. Heather guides others to reclaim wholeness, embracing life’s gifts with grace. Her work cultivates conscious community events and workshops, dedicated to service and collective growth.

hellodivinegift@gmail.com

Somatic Practitioner, Ceremony Facilitator & Musician

Marcie MadeofLight is an 18-year veteran transformational bodyworker, yogini, musician and speaker & spiritual consultant to Impact Leaders and CEO’s. Fascinated with the mandala of trauma-healing and transformation through the body, Marcie has traveled the world practicing as a multi-modal healing alchemist and bodyworker. She has a BA from NYU, is a Certified Massage Therapist, RYT200, certified in Neurofeedback & is a master trainer in the Hudson Method of Somatic Sexological Bodywork & Trauma Release and has spoken at Harvard Business School. You can find her making sacred music with her new music project (the Heart of Everything) and hosting private healing events with her partner, Kyle Nicolaides in California.

marcie@graceone.co

Somatic Practitioner, Ceremony Facilitator & Musician

Marcie MadeofLight is an 18-year veteran transformational bodyworker, yogini, musician and speaker & spiritual consultant to Impact Leaders and CEO’s. Fascinated with the mandala of trauma-healing and transformation through the body, Marcie has traveled the world practicing as a multi-modal healing alchemist and bodyworker. She has a BA from NYU, is a Certified Massage Therapist, RYT200, certified in Neurofeedback & is a master trainer in the Hudson Method of Somatic Sexological Bodywork & Trauma Release and has spoken at Harvard Business School. You can find her making sacred music with her new music project (the Heart of Everything) and hosting private healing events with her partner, Kyle Nicolaides in California.

marcie@graceone.co

Founder/Owner-Cultivating Wisdom

Cesar Marin is a visionary leader in the psychedelic and microdosing community, founder of Cultivating Wisdom and MicrodosingOver50.com. A former CNN producer turned dynamic entrepreneur, Cesar empowers individuals over 50 to enhance cognitive function and creativity through safe microdosing practices. His groundbreaking work, compelling book, and insightful webinars have transformed countless lives, promoting personal growth and destigmatizing psychedelics. As a celebrated speaker and advocate, Cesar continues to inspire and lead the conversation on the therapeutic potential of psychedelics for mental clarity and personal transformation.

cesar@cultivatingwisdom.net

Founder/Owner-Cultivating Wisdom

Cesar Marin is a visionary leader in the psychedelic and microdosing community, founder of Cultivating Wisdom and MicrodosingOver50.com. A former CNN producer turned dynamic entrepreneur, Cesar empowers individuals over 50 to enhance cognitive function and creativity through safe microdosing practices. His groundbreaking work, compelling book, and insightful webinars have transformed countless lives, promoting personal growth and destigmatizing psychedelics. As a celebrated speaker and advocate, Cesar continues to inspire and lead the conversation on the therapeutic potential of psychedelics for mental clarity and personal transformation.

cesar@cultivatingwisdom.net

Ph.D.-Associate Professor, Medical College of Wisconsin

Dr. John McCorvy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell Biology at Medical College of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Dr. McCorvy has been working in the field of psychedelics since 2006. Dr. McCorvy’s primary expertise is in psychedelic drug action at the molecular level, specializing in serotonin receptors. His research spans several disciplines including drug discovery, molecular and structural biology, and neuroscience. He has published more than 70 articles in the fields of psychedelics, including high-impact studies published in Cell, Science and Nature. Dr. McCorvy’s lab is funded from NIH. His lab direction involves training next-generation students in neuropharmacology.

Office: (414) 955-7635

Lab: (414) 955-8086

jmccorvy@mcw.edu

Ph.D.-Associate Professor, Medical College of Wisconsin

Dr. John McCorvy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell Biology at Medical College of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Dr. McCorvy has been working in the field of psychedelics since 2006. Dr. McCorvy’s primary expertise is in psychedelic drug action at the molecular level, specializing in serotonin receptors. His research spans several disciplines including drug discovery, molecular and structural biology, and neuroscience. He has published more than 70 articles in the fields of psychedelics, including high-impact studies published in Cell, Science and Nature. Dr. McCorvy’s lab is funded from NIH. His lab direction involves training next-generation students in neuropharmacology.

Office: (414) 955-7635

Lab: (414) 955-8086

jmccorvy@mcw.edu

 

Xaman

Shaun began his healing journey with conventional methods like counseling, NLP and Yoga. His life and healing journey took a profound leap forward in his first weekend of Ayahuasca Ceremony and continued to do so with all of the plant-based medicines he was blessed in working with for many years following. His numerous travels to the Amazon jungle & his intensive dietas with Master Plant teachers have enabled him to learn from the plant spirits directly and have taught him the Sacred ways of the indigenous tribes. Shaun’s heart-centered work is offered with the intention of helping our families & community at-large to heal and honor our interconnectedness to all Beings.

shaun@divineguidance.me

Xaman

Shaun began his healing journey with conventional methods like counseling, NLP and Yoga. His life and healing journey took a profound leap forward in his first weekend of Ayahuasca Ceremony and continued to do so with all of the plant-based medicines he was blessed in working with for many years following. His numerous travels to the Amazon jungle & his intensive dietas with Master Plant teachers have enabled him to learn from the plant spirits directly and have taught him the Sacred ways of the indigenous tribes. Shaun’s heart-centered work is offered with the intention of helping our families & community at-large to heal and honor our interconnectedness to all Beings.

shaun@divineguidance.me

Licensed Psychotherapist Specializing in the Intersection of Sex and Psychedelics 

Dr. Cat Meyer, PsyD, LMFT, is a psychotherapist specializing in sex, trauma, and psychedelics. As a ceremonialist, kambo facilitator, author, yoga teacher, and international speaker, she focuses on evolving our understanding of sexuality and the body. Dr. Meyer integrates her expertise in trauma, sex, and energy psychology with psychedelics for transformative results. She founded SexLoveYoga.com, blending science, tantric yoga, indigenous ceremony, and psychology to enrich relational and sexual lives. Based in Beverly Hills, Dr. Meyer also leads workshops, lectures, and retreats globally. She hosts the podcasts Sex Love Psychedelics and Erotically Wasted and authored SexLoveYoga.

Contact Info: drcatmeyer@gmail.com

Licensed Psychotherapist Specializing in the Intersection of Sex and Psychedelics 

Dr. Cat Meyer, PsyD, LMFT, is a psychotherapist specializing in sex, trauma, and psychedelics. As a ceremonialist, kambo facilitator, author, yoga teacher, and international speaker, she focuses on evolving our understanding of sexuality and the body. Dr. Meyer integrates her expertise in trauma, sex, and energy psychology with psychedelics for transformative results. She founded SexLoveYoga.com, blending science, tantric yoga, indigenous ceremony, and psychology to enrich relational and sexual lives. Based in Beverly Hills, Dr. Meyer also leads workshops, lectures, and retreats globally. She hosts the podcasts Sex Love Psychedelics and Erotically Wasted and authored SexLoveYoga.

Contact Info: drcatmeyer@gmail.com

Author, Musician, Healer, Medicine Man

Kyle Nicolaides is the author of Thank God For Depression and former lead singer of rock band Beware of Darkness, where he had a top 5 hit, amassed 35m streams, and appeared on Conan and Rolling Stone. He’s said the shift from playing in front of 40,000 people for ego to playing in a medicine ceremony for 25 for service and healing has been one of the most meaningful parts of his life. Now he performs healing music with his partner Marcie, engages in live speaking, is deep in book promotion, and is currently writing his next book.

Author, Musician, Healer, Medicine Man

Kyle Nicolaides is the author of Thank God For Depression and former lead singer of rock band Beware of Darkness, where he had a top 5 hit, amassed 35m streams, and appeared on Conan and Rolling Stone. He’s said the shift from playing in front of 40,000 people for ego to playing in a medicine ceremony for 25 for service and healing has been one of the most meaningful parts of his life. Now he performs healing music with his partner Marcie, engages in live speaking, is deep in book promotion, and is currently writing his next book.

Founder & Spiritual Leader of Church of the People for Creator & Mother Earth, Board Member of Decriminalize Nature

Shane is the founder and spiritual leader of Church Of The People For Creator And Mother Earth. He continues to practice Earth Based ceremony for 10 years where he helps people reconnect and ground themselves back to old ways of human understanding and being.

norteshane23@gmail.com

Founder & Spiritual Leader of Church of the People for Creator & Mother Earth, Board Member of Decriminalize Nature

Shane is the founder and spiritual leader of Church Of The People For Creator And Mother Earth. He continues to practice Earth Based ceremony for 10 years where he helps people reconnect and ground themselves back to old ways of human understanding and being.

norteshane23@gmail.com

CEO/Owner-MN Nice Botanicals

Christian is the owner of MN Nice Ethnobotanicals, the largest Amanita muscaria retailer, wholesaler and importer in the country. After Amanita healed his brain while going through a grueling benzodiazepine withdrawal, Christian formed MN Nice to bring Amanita to the states. He’s collected thousands of anecdotal reports about amanita healing everything from anxiety, insomnia, and depression to more complex physical issues like neurological late-stage Lyme disease. He is dedicated to educating about the mushrooms’ healing, spiritual, and practical potential, and giving people access to what he believes is the most iconic, yet most misunderstood mushroom in the world.

christian@mnniceethno.com

CEO/Owner-MN Nice Botanicals

Christian is the owner of MN Nice Ethnobotanicals, the largest Amanita muscaria retailer, wholesaler and importer in the country. After Amanita healed his brain while going through a grueling benzodiazepine withdrawal, Christian formed MN Nice to bring Amanita to the states. He’s collected thousands of anecdotal reports about amanita healing everything from anxiety, insomnia, and depression to more complex physical issues like neurological late-stage Lyme disease. He is dedicated to educating about the mushrooms’ healing, spiritual, and practical potential, and giving people access to what he believes is the most iconic, yet most misunderstood mushroom in the world.

christian@mnniceethno.com

Somatic Therapist & Addiction Recovery Specialist

JoAnne Rees Ehlinger, MA in Spiritual Psychology, has been sober for 32 years through AA 12-step recovery, ACA, CODA, and Al-Anon. As a somatic therapist and addiction recovery specialist, she provides integration support for those working with psychedelics, spiritual coaching, trauma release, and inner child work. She offers holistic addiction recovery counseling, helping clients get off medication and recommending microdose protocols. JoAnne works with clients via phone and in person, combining intuitive spiritual coaching, deep tissue shiatsu bodywork, acro yoga, Thai massage, and guided medicine healing sessions.

www.breatherelaxrelease.com

Somatic Therapist & Addiction Recovery Specialist

JoAnne Rees Ehlinger, MA in Spiritual Psychology, has been sober for 32 years through AA 12-step recovery, ACA, CODA, and Al-Anon. As a somatic therapist and addiction recovery specialist, she provides integration support for those working with psychedelics, spiritual coaching, trauma release, and inner child work. She offers holistic addiction recovery counseling, helping clients get off medication and recommending microdose protocols. JoAnne works with clients via phone and in person, combining intuitive spiritual coaching, deep tissue shiatsu bodywork, acro yoga, Thai massage, and guided medicine healing sessions.

www.breatherelaxrelease.com

Co-founder-Inner Circle

Co-founder-Inner Circle
Matt is the author of Elevated Executive & founder of Inner Circle, a dedicated plant medicine community of leaders and innovators. His team building skills have been utilized by brands like Facebook and AirBnB. His leadership framework has produced over $100M in profits for brand’s he’s helped grow.

Matt@innercircle.biz

Co-founder-Inner Circle

Co-founder-Inner Circle
Matt is the author of Elevated Executive & founder of Inner Circle, a dedicated plant medicine community of leaders and innovators. His team building skills have been utilized by brands like Facebook and AirBnB. His leadership framework has produced over $100M in profits for brand’s he’s helped grow.

Matt@innercircle.biz

Physician

Dr. Christopher Romig is a board-certified physician and serves as the Director of Innovation at Stella. Based in Irvine, CA, he employs cutting-edge biological interventions to address mental health conditions such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD/PTSI. Dr. Romig’s expertise includes the application of Dual Sympathetic Reset (DSR SGB) and Ketamine Assisted Therapy. He stays on the forefront of research and literature pertaining to the use of biological treatments and psychedelics for debilitating conditions. With experience in the field since 2016, Dr. Romig has developed innovative protocols to maximize the beneficial effects of treatment to the entire individual.

Physician

Dr. Christopher Romig is a board-certified physician and serves as the Director of Innovation at Stella. Based in Irvine, CA, he employs cutting-edge biological interventions to address mental health conditions such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and PTSD/PTSI. Dr. Romig’s expertise includes the application of Dual Sympathetic Reset (DSR SGB) and Ketamine Assisted Therapy. He stays on the forefront of research and literature pertaining to the use of biological treatments and psychedelics for debilitating conditions. With experience in the field since 2016, Dr. Romig has developed innovative protocols to maximize the beneficial effects of treatment to the entire individual.

Founder & Podcast Host, Apartment 113

Rob Sanchez has 13+ years in the cannabis industry starting as a cultivator before building cannabis business software. He judges cannabis competitions as a Certified Ganjier and promotes high-quality cannabis and community. Rob is the host of the Apartment 113 Cannabis & Psychedelics Podcast and writes for Fat Nugs Magazine. He’s an advocate for psychedelics after working with them in macro and micro doses for many years. He’s passionate about sharing the stories and projects happening in the Psychedelics space as the industry picks up speed.

Instagram: @apt_113

Linkedin: rob-sanchez-apt113

Founder & Podcast Host, Apartment 113

Rob Sanchez has 13+ years in the cannabis industry starting as a cultivator before building cannabis business software. He judges cannabis competitions as a Certified Ganjier and promotes high-quality cannabis and community. Rob is the host of the Apartment 113 Cannabis & Psychedelics Podcast and writes for Fat Nugs Magazine. He’s an advocate for psychedelics after working with them in macro and micro doses for many years. He’s passionate about sharing the stories and projects happening in the Psychedelics space as the industry picks up speed.

Instagram: @apt_113

Linkedin: rob-sanchez-apt113

Sel Sarkin

For more than a decade, Sel has been serving Entheogens to a wide variety of people seeking healing and self growth.
He specializes in serving Bufo or 5meo to people wanting to deepen their inner understanding. The medicine is well suited for trauma.
Iboga is used for addictions issues, psilocybin and MDMA therapy for couples with relationship issues and those who are struggling with anxiety and depression.
As part of the process he offers Integration sessions so that a person can more effectively process their Psychedelic experience.
Sel continues to provide support and counseling for those using psychedelics as part of their life’s journey.

For more than a decade, Sel has been serving Entheogens to a wide variety of people seeking healing and self growth.
He specializes in serving Bufo or 5meo to people wanting to deepen their inner understanding. The medicine is well suited for trauma.
Iboga is used for addictions issues, psilocybin and MDMA therapy for couples with relationship issues and those who are struggling with anxiety and depression.
As part of the process he offers Integration sessions so that a person can more effectively process their Psychedelic experience.
Sel continues to provide support and counseling for those using psychedelics as part of their life’s journey.

Physician

Dr. Randy Scharlach is a graduate of UCLA Medical School and the Yale University Department of Therapeutic Radiology. Dr. Scharlach’s approach to healing draws from both Eastern and Western Traditions. Certified as a psychedelic therapist by the California Institute of Integral Studies, Randy’s expertise is guiding clients towards emotional wellness by learning the nature of the Self.

randy@latromantis.com

Physician

Dr. Randy Scharlach is a graduate of UCLA Medical School and the Yale University Department of Therapeutic Radiology. Dr. Scharlach’s approach to healing draws from both Eastern and Western Traditions. Certified as a psychedelic therapist by the California Institute of Integral Studies, Randy’s expertise is guiding clients towards emotional wellness by learning the nature of the Self.

randy@latromantis.com

Thought Leader

Greg Shanken serves the psychedelic healing ecosystem as a thought leader, storyteller, speaker, non-profit supporter, Ambassador for Proposition 122, and the founder of Gloss, a 12 year old Boulder-based web development and digital marketing agency. Greg enlightens audiences by vulnerably (and humorously) weaving together his personal healing journey, proven growth strategies, and how the power of embedding empathy into your branding, messaging, and marketing efforts can be leveraged to maximize your impact. He is a Co-Founder of the Colorado Psychedelic Society; delivers free business/web/marketing training to psychedelic practitioners and therapists; and provides pro bono agency services to psychedelic and mental health non-profits.

greg@glosstech.io

glosstech.io

(917) 620-5318

LinkedIn: @gregshanken

Thought Leader

Greg Shanken serves the psychedelic healing ecosystem as a thought leader, storyteller, speaker, non-profit supporter, Ambassador for Proposition 122, and the founder of Gloss, a 12 year old Boulder-based web development and digital marketing agency. Greg enlightens audiences by vulnerably (and humorously) weaving together his personal healing journey, proven growth strategies, and how the power of embedding empathy into your branding, messaging, and marketing efforts can be leveraged to maximize your impact. He is a Co-Founder of the Colorado Psychedelic Society; delivers free business/web/marketing training to psychedelic practitioners and therapists; and provides pro bono agency services to psychedelic and mental health non-profits.

greg@glosstech.io

glosstech.io

(917) 620-5318

LinkedIn: @gregshanken

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner & Psychedelic Psychotherapist

Marat, born in Odessa in 1975 and later settling in the U.S., initially pursued traditional psychiatry but became disillusioned with its limitations. His journey led him to specialize in psychedelic-assisted therapy through training with the Integrative Psychiatry Institute of Colorado. Now a certified Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapist, Marat integrates these novel approaches at Hope Integrative Health, focusing on the root causes of mental illness rather than just symptoms. His latest venture, Journeywork Therapeutics, involves developing innovative mental health supplements to enhance psychedelic therapy and support integration. Marat lives in Valley Glen, CA, with his family, enjoying music festivals and homemade pizza.

marat@thejourneywork.com

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner & Psychedelic Psychotherapist

Marat, born in Odessa in 1975 and later settling in the U.S., initially pursued traditional psychiatry but became disillusioned with its limitations. His journey led him to specialize in psychedelic-assisted therapy through training with the Integrative Psychiatry Institute of Colorado. Now a certified Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapist, Marat integrates these novel approaches at Hope Integrative Health, focusing on the root causes of mental illness rather than just symptoms. His latest venture, Journeywork Therapeutics, involves developing innovative mental health supplements to enhance psychedelic therapy and support integration. Marat lives in Valley Glen, CA, with his family, enjoying music festivals and homemade pizza.

marat@thejourneywork.com

Functional Medicine Practitioner

Awais Spall FDN-P is a Functional Medicine practitioner based out of Venice, CA. Alongside this, Awais also consults psychedelic ventures and nutraceutical companies as a formulation chemist. As a product formulator, Awais combines his knowledge of formulation chemistry with his background in Ayurvedic Herbalism. Awais has inherited much of his knowledge around Ayurveda from his grandfather, who was a renowned herbalist in Pakistan. At his health practice, Awais combines the cutting edge science of Functional Medicine with Ayurveda to address various gut health issues. His practice integrates peptide medicine, bio-regulators, exosomes, ozone therapy, plant medicines, polyvagal interventions, among various biohacking technologies.

integrativeoasis.com

coach@integrativeoasis.com

Functional Medicine Practitioner

Awais Spall FDN-P is a Functional Medicine practitioner based out of Venice, CA. Alongside this, Awais also consults psychedelic ventures and nutraceutical companies as a formulation chemist. As a product formulator, Awais combines his knowledge of formulation chemistry with his background in Ayurvedic Herbalism. Awais has inherited much of his knowledge around Ayurveda from his grandfather, who was a renowned herbalist in Pakistan. At his health practice, Awais combines the cutting edge science of Functional Medicine with Ayurveda to address various gut health issues. His practice integrates peptide medicine, bio-regulators, exosomes, ozone therapy, plant medicines, polyvagal interventions, among various biohacking technologies.

integrativeoasis.com

coach@integrativeoasis.com

Awakening of Consciousness speaker Lauren Stanko

Ooma Mushrooms

Lauren combines her extensive marketing expertise with a deep commitment to sustainability, having spent years working in the regenerative agriculture industry. As the founder of two brands in the psilocybin mushroom space, she is dedicated to promoting the use of plants and fungi for a more sustainable future and advocating for their potential to enhance mental health and well-being. Lauren collaborates with startups and established companies to develop innovative psilocybin products, driving forward the rapidly growing psychedelic renaissance.

Ooma Mushrooms

Lauren combines her extensive marketing expertise with a deep commitment to sustainability, having spent years working in the regenerative agriculture industry. As the founder of two brands in the psilocybin mushroom space, she is dedicated to promoting the use of plants and fungi for a more sustainable future and advocating for their potential to enhance mental health and well-being. Lauren collaborates with startups and established companies to develop innovative psilocybin products, driving forward the rapidly growing psychedelic renaissance.

Chief Dreamer at District 216

Jacob Tell, founder of District216, transitioned from a D.A.R.E. kid to a visionary advocating for psychedelic use and communal connection. Inspired by Jungian ego dissolution, Jacob created District216 as a hub for community, education, and advocacy, aiming to normalize psychedelics in daily life. Through events and discussions, he challenges societal norms and supports cognitive liberty. His passion for psychedelics began at UCSB and was solidified by a transformative experience at a Phish concert. Despite pandemic setbacks, Jacob’s resilience fueled the success of Oniracom and District216, turning LoDo Studios into a vibrant space for creativity and community.

jacob@district216.com
Instagram: @jacobtell

Chief Dreamer at District 216

Jacob Tell, founder of District216, transitioned from a D.A.R.E. kid to a visionary advocating for psychedelic use and communal connection. Inspired by Jungian ego dissolution, Jacob created District216 as a hub for community, education, and advocacy, aiming to normalize psychedelics in daily life. Through events and discussions, he challenges societal norms and supports cognitive liberty. His passion for psychedelics began at UCSB and was solidified by a transformative experience at a Phish concert. Despite pandemic setbacks, Jacob’s resilience fueled the success of Oniracom and District216, turning LoDo Studios into a vibrant space for creativity and community.

jacob@district216.com
Instagram: @jacobtell

Neera Truong, founder of Aya Bliss, developed the first ayahuasca vine-only microdose following a transformative journey in Costa Rica and the tragic loss of her sister to suicide. Through microdosing the vine, she found profound daily support and significantly reduced her lifelong, treatment-resistant depression.
With a background in biochemistry, Neera was able to research and understand how the beta carbolines in the vine, which possess MAO properties, effectively support individuals struggling with depression and anxiety.
Thus, Aya Bliss was born—a true alternative to Western medicine. Established during the pandemic in 2020, Aya Bliss has now shipped to 23 countries, offering a legal microdose solution for mental health, depression, and anxiety.

AYABLISS.COM

neera@ayabliss.com

214-566-1908

🌱 Aya Bliss natural vine drops. Supporting humanity one life at a time.

Wholesale opportunities available.

Neera Truong, founder of Aya Bliss, developed the first ayahuasca vine-only microdose following a transformative journey in Costa Rica and the tragic loss of her sister to suicide. Through microdosing the vine, she found profound daily support and significantly reduced her lifelong, treatment-resistant depression.
With a background in biochemistry, Neera was able to research and understand how the beta carbolines in the vine, which possess MAO properties, effectively support individuals struggling with depression and anxiety.
Thus, Aya Bliss was born—a true alternative to Western medicine. Established during the pandemic in 2020, Aya Bliss has now shipped to 23 countries, offering a legal microdose solution for mental health, depression, and anxiety.

AYABLISS.COM

neera@ayabliss.com

214-566-1908

🌱 Aya Bliss natural vine drops. Supporting humanity one life at a time.

Wholesale opportunities available.

Nonprofit Community Leader

Prranit Vaswani (artist name: NAACH) is the founder of Disconnect Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on building community centered around art, psychedelics, and activism. In addition to running the nonprofit, he is an eclectic DJ who specializes in Afro/Latin/Funk dance music. He believes art and psychedelics will play a crucial part in the transformation of the world.

contact@naach.world

Nonprofit Community Leader

Prranit Vaswani (artist name: NAACH) is the founder of Disconnect Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization focused on building community centered around art, psychedelics, and activism. In addition to running the nonprofit, he is an eclectic DJ who specializes in Afro/Latin/Funk dance music. He believes art and psychedelics will play a crucial part in the transformation of the world.

contact@naach.world

Cannabis Entrepreneur & Spiritual Guide

Scott “SVH” Von Heldt is a Los Angeles based musician, sound healer, spiritual guide, and cannabis entrepreneur. He is the author of the book Mind Over Metal: The Musician’s Guide to Mental Mastery, and serves as a staff writer for Skunk Magazine. He is currently the CEO of Higher Vibes Solutions, an independent label group representing some of the top music artists in cannabis. SVH also owns and operates the SoCal Center for Spiritual Liberty, where he offers classes on Sufi Mysticism & continues to tune souls to their natural frequency!

highervibessolutions.com

spiritualliberty.org

scottvonheldt.com

svh@highervibessolutions.com

310-901-4746

Cannabis Entrepreneur & Spiritual Guide

Scott “SVH” Von Heldt is a Los Angeles based musician, sound healer, spiritual guide, and cannabis entrepreneur. He is the author of the book Mind Over Metal: The Musician’s Guide to Mental Mastery, and serves as a staff writer for Skunk Magazine. He is currently the CEO of Higher Vibes Solutions, an independent label group representing some of the top music artists in cannabis. SVH also owns and operates the SoCal Center for Spiritual Liberty, where he offers classes on Sufi Mysticism & continues to tune souls to their natural frequency!

highervibessolutions.com

spiritualliberty.org

scottvonheldt.com

svh@highervibessolutions.com

310-901-4746

Dr. Catriona Wallace

Dr. Catriona Wallace is a Global Ethicist, Adjunct Professor, speaker, and TV personality, known for her work in AI, the Metaverse, entrepreneurship, and the Psychedelic Renaissance. She’s been recognized as one of Australia’s most influential women and one of the world’s 50 most powerful women. A trained Plant Medicine guide, Catriona’s expertise spans emerging technologies, leadership, and ethical practices. Her insights into the future of humanity and technology are highly sought after globally.

https://drcatrionawallace.com/

Dr. Catriona Wallace is a Global Ethicist, Adjunct Professor, speaker, and TV personality, known for her work in AI, the Metaverse, entrepreneurship, and the Psychedelic Renaissance. She’s been recognized as one of Australia’s most influential women and one of the world’s 50 most powerful women. A trained Plant Medicine guide, Catriona’s expertise spans emerging technologies, leadership, and ethical practices. Her insights into the future of humanity and technology are highly sought after globally.

https://drcatrionawallace.com/

Earth Medicine Mentor, Integration Specialist, and Psychedelic CannAbyss Facilitator

Skye Weaver is a multi-faceted Medicine Woman based in the Los Angeles and Boulder area. She is an earth medicine and women’s leadership mentor, psychedelic cannabis facilitator, integration & self-care specialist and a lead facilitator for The Center for Medicinal Mindfulness, DoubleBlind Magazine and EntheoNation. Her background and education cover a vast array of healing modalities, including mindful somatic psychology, mindfulness-based psychedelic therapy, life coaching, yoga, massage, Reiki, and extensive work in the area of psychedelic facilitation, mentorship, education and ritual arts. Skye is also a lifelong thespian, having earned her MFA in acting from Harvard University and the Moscow Art Theatre where she studied acting, dance, voice & speech, Viewpoints, Suzuki, and commedia dell’arte giving her a natural proclivity towards public speaking.

theskyeweaver@gmail.com

Instagram: @theskyeweaver

510-693-0654

Earth Medicine Mentor, Integration Specialist, and Psychedelic CannAbyss Facilitator

Skye Weaver is a multi-faceted Medicine Woman based in the Los Angeles and Boulder area. She is an earth medicine and women’s leadership mentor, psychedelic cannabis facilitator, integration & self-care specialist and a lead facilitator for The Center for Medicinal Mindfulness, DoubleBlind Magazine and EntheoNation. Her background and education cover a vast array of healing modalities, including mindful somatic psychology, mindfulness-based psychedelic therapy, life coaching, yoga, massage, Reiki, and extensive work in the area of psychedelic facilitation, mentorship, education and ritual arts. Skye is also a lifelong thespian, having earned her MFA in acting from Harvard University and the Moscow Art Theatre where she studied acting, dance, voice & speech, Viewpoints, Suzuki, and commedia dell’arte giving her a natural proclivity towards public speaking.

theskyeweaver@gmail.com

Instagram: @theskyeweaver

510-693-0654

Founder & Owner — Women in Cannabis Expo & Westlake Merchant Solutions

Brooke led a successful 20-year professional career in healthcare, in public and private sectors. The last 10 years of her healthcare career included business development/management, leadership, client retention, regulation, compliance, contract creation/negotiations, new product development/implementation, social media/marketing, and spokesperson/ambassador. Her career path then shifted into the cannabis industry after she completed her master’s degree. She is a first-generation college graduate with three degrees including a Masters and Bachelors in Criminal Justice from the University of Nevada, Reno and an Associates of Arts from Truckee Meadows Community College. She has been appointed by three State of Nevada Governors for government boards.

Womenincannabisexpo@yahoo.com

www.WomenInCannabisExpo.com

www.WestlakeMerchantSolutions.com

775-771-1431

Founder & Owner — Women in Cannabis Expo & Westlake Merchant Solutions

Brooke led a successful 20-year professional career in healthcare, in public and private sectors. The last 10 years of her healthcare career included business development/management, leadership, client retention, regulation, compliance, contract creation/negotiations, new product development/implementation, social media/marketing, and spokesperson/ambassador. Her career path then shifted into the cannabis industry after she completed her master’s degree. She is a first-generation college graduate with three degrees including a Masters and Bachelors in Criminal Justice from the University of Nevada, Reno and an Associates of Arts from Truckee Meadows Community College. She has been appointed by three State of Nevada Governors for government boards.

Womenincannabisexpo@yahoo.com

www.WomenInCannabisExpo.com

www.WestlakeMerchantSolutions.com

775-771-1431

Awakening of Consciousness speaker Paul Wigdor

CEO Awakening Capital

Paul Wigdor is a seasoned entrepreneur and active investor, advisor and board member to many early-stage companies across a wide variety of industries.   Paul is the CEO and founding partner (with Paul Karasik) of Awakening Capital.  In addition to that role, Paul is a Partner at Tribeca Early Stage Partners, a venture firm based in NYC, and holds board positions at US Capital, Pecora Capital, Manhattan Venture Partners, Global Restaurant Systems and RentRedi.  He lives in Northern NJ and is passionate about family, marathon running and the world of psychedelics.

paul@psychedelic-awakening.com

CEO Awakening Capital

Paul Wigdor is a seasoned entrepreneur and active investor, advisor and board member to many early-stage companies across a wide variety of industries.   Paul is the CEO and founding partner (with Paul Karasik) of Awakening Capital.  In addition to that role, Paul is a Partner at Tribeca Early Stage Partners, a venture firm based in NYC, and holds board positions at US Capital, Pecora Capital, Manhattan Venture Partners, Global Restaurant Systems and RentRedi.  He lives in Northern NJ and is passionate about family, marathon running and the world of psychedelics.

paul@psychedelic-awakening.com

Founding Partner, Radicle Law

Serena Wu is a partner of Radicle Law LLP, a law firm providing legal and business solutions to diverse clients who are changemakers in their industries. She is passionate about psychedelics and social entrepreneurship. She has advised professionals in the psychedelic space on the legal boundaries of psychedelic assisted therapy, corporate practice of medicine laws, informed consents, risk and liability mitigation, and religious freedom protections. She has also advised on DAOs, NFTs and their related securities issues. A Harvard Law graduate, she is licensed to practice law in CA and NY. She is also the author of a novel regarding returning to wholeness with the help of psychedelics, Wyra’s Search for the Rainbow Pearls.

serena@radiclelaw.com

Founding Partner, Radicle Law

Serena Wu is a partner of Radicle Law LLP, a law firm providing legal and business solutions to diverse clients who are changemakers in their industries. She is passionate about psychedelics and social entrepreneurship. She has advised professionals in the psychedelic space on the legal boundaries of psychedelic assisted therapy, corporate practice of medicine laws, informed consents, risk and liability mitigation, and religious freedom protections. She has also advised on DAOs, NFTs and their related securities issues. A Harvard Law graduate, she is licensed to practice law in CA and NY. She is also the author of a novel regarding returning to wholeness with the help of psychedelics, Wyra’s Search for the Rainbow Pearls.

serena@radiclelaw.com

Jillian Xavier

Founder & CEO – DREGLO Cannabis Testing Laboratory

Jillian L.Xavier is Founder and CEO of DREGLO Cannabis Testing Laboratory. Making HERSTORY/ history by being the first woman and social equity entrepreneur to embark on this successful business. 
Jillian advocates for social equity inclusions, adequate funding and government transparency. Her company DREGLO LLC provides Organic Hempseed Body and Hair products. Including made to order CBD balms and lotions. When Jillian son D’Andre became an angel cannabis saved her from addictive substances of prescriptions. Cannabis began opening the spiritual door to connect to science of the plant and her true life purpose. Which is to open a school with a shift in higher consciousness through plant medicine cannabis.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreglo722
IG: dreglo_cannabistestinlab
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Founder & CEO – DREGLO Cannabis Testing Laboratory

Jillian L.Xavier is Founder and CEO of DREGLO Cannabis Testing Laboratory. Making HERSTORY/ history by being the first woman and social equity entrepreneur to embark on this successful business. 
Jillian advocates for social equity inclusions, adequate funding and government transparency. Her company DREGLO LLC provides Organic Hempseed Body and Hair products. Including made to order CBD balms and lotions. When Jillian son D’Andre became an angel cannabis saved her from addictive substances of prescriptions. Cannabis began opening the spiritual door to connect to science of the plant and her true life purpose. Which is to open a school with a shift in higher consciousness through plant medicine cannabis.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreglo722
IG: dreglo_cannabistestinlab
dreglo_722

Zipporah, an internationally recognized Tantra practitioner and Cannabis coach, specializes in guiding individuals through transformative tantra-ganja journeys. With extensive experience, she has led workshops, ceremonies, and retreats across Colombia, Mexico, Peru, and the U.S. Her work focuses on helping participants release blocked energy, unlock their sensual potential, access expanded states of consciousness and foster a deeper connection to their true essence. Her teachings emphasize the connection to the divine feminine essence of Mary Jane, honoring the plant as a tool for conscious awakening—a mission she regards as sacred.

Zipporah, an internationally recognized Tantra practitioner and Cannabis coach, specializes in guiding individuals through transformative tantra-ganja journeys. With extensive experience, she has led workshops, ceremonies, and retreats across Colombia, Mexico, Peru, and the U.S. Her work focuses on helping participants release blocked energy, unlock their sensual potential, access expanded states of consciousness and foster a deeper connection to their true essence. Her teachings emphasize the connection to the divine feminine essence of Mary Jane, honoring the plant as a tool for conscious awakening—a mission she regards as sacred.

Managing Partner, Zuber Lawler LLP

Tom Zuber is the Managing Partner of Zuber Lawler. He’s been the relationship partner for more than 10 Fortune 500 clients of the firm, as well as funds and government entities. He has also represented leading plant medicines companies for over 16 years. Tom is a founder of the international cannabis consultancy Global Go and sits on the board of the Psychedelics Medicine Coalition. Tom was named one of “The 100 Most Influential People in the Cannabis Industry” by High Times on its most recent list, and one of “23 Visionaries Who Shaped The Cannabis Landscape In 2023” by Benzinga.

tzuber@zuberlawler.com

Managing Partner, Zuber Lawler LLP

Tom Zuber is the Managing Partner of Zuber Lawler. He’s been the relationship partner for more than 10 Fortune 500 clients of the firm, as well as funds and government entities. He has also represented leading plant medicines companies for over 16 years. Tom is a founder of the international cannabis consultancy Global Go and sits on the board of the Psychedelics Medicine Coalition. Tom was named one of “The 100 Most Influential People in the Cannabis Industry” by High Times on its most recent list, and one of “23 Visionaries Who Shaped The Cannabis Landscape In 2023” by Benzinga.

tzuber@zuberlawler.com

Awakening Music Performers & Workshop Leaders

Singer/ Songwriter, Healing Meditation Facilitator

Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Sam Babayan crafts empowering, soul-stirring music that blends his Armenian roots with folk rock, blues, and psychedelia. His upcoming double LPs with The Dirty Diamond capture his unique sound: “From the Stars” delivers electrifying energy akin to solar flares and 60s Marshall stacks, while “To the Stars” offers a warm, intimate acoustic experience. Babayan’s lyrics explore themes of ego death and self-discovery, guiding listeners on a cosmic journey through consciousness and beyond.

ravens_haven@tutanota.com

Singer/ Songwriter, Healing Meditation Facilitator

Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Sam Babayan crafts empowering, soul-stirring music that blends his Armenian roots with folk rock, blues, and psychedelia. His upcoming double LPs with The Dirty Diamond capture his unique sound: “From the Stars” delivers electrifying energy akin to solar flares and 60s Marshall stacks, while “To the Stars” offers a warm, intimate acoustic experience. Babayan’s lyrics explore themes of ego death and self-discovery, guiding listeners on a cosmic journey through consciousness and beyond.

ravens_haven@tutanota.com

Erik Casano is a multifaceted creative entrepreneur and the founder of the wellness brand Aquarian Alchemy. He is a Breathwork coach, musician, and producer who has dedicated his life to helping people unlock their full potential and live their best lives.

Erik is also the driving force behind the band Space-X-Force, which creates music for Breathwork. The band’s music is designed to facilitate a deep, meditative state that allows for profound healing and personal transformation. Erik’s musical talents and knowledge of Breathwork combine to create a unique and powerful experience for anyone seeking to improve their physical, emotional, or spiritual wellbeing.

Beyond his work in music and Breathwork, Erik is also a skilled visualization and lucid dreaming teacher who has helped countless individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential. He is committed to providing holistic, empowering tools and resources to support individuals on their journey to optimal health and wellbeing.

Erik Casano is a multifaceted creative entrepreneur and the founder of the wellness brand Aquarian Alchemy. He is a Breathwork coach, musician, and producer who has dedicated his life to helping people unlock their full potential and live their best lives.

Erik is also the driving force behind the band Space-X-Force, which creates music for Breathwork. The band’s music is designed to facilitate a deep, meditative state that allows for profound healing and personal transformation. Erik’s musical talents and knowledge of Breathwork combine to create a unique and powerful experience for anyone seeking to improve their physical, emotional, or spiritual wellbeing.

Beyond his work in music and Breathwork, Erik is also a skilled visualization and lucid dreaming teacher who has helped countless individuals achieve their goals and reach their full potential. He is committed to providing holistic, empowering tools and resources to support individuals on their journey to optimal health and wellbeing.

Marc Erickson is a native Nebraskan and has called Los Angeles home for the last 22 years.  

Marc’s plant medicine journey started in 2016 at Rythmia in Costa Rica.  He became inspired to write music specifically for the individuals healing during ceremony.  Currently he is recording his first album entitled “Animals & Angels”. 

In 2022 Marc founded the “We Are The Medicine” events that take place monthly throughout Los Angeles county.  WATM often combines breathwork, movement, an open mic and live music; designed to open the participants heart in a safe non judgmental way so they may be seen, heard, and acknowledged

Marc Erickson is a native Nebraskan and has called Los Angeles home for the last 22 years.  

Marc’s plant medicine journey started in 2016 at Rythmia in Costa Rica.  He became inspired to write music specifically for the individuals healing during ceremony.  Currently he is recording his first album entitled “Animals & Angels”. 

In 2022 Marc founded the “We Are The Medicine” events that take place monthly throughout Los Angeles county.  WATM often combines breathwork, movement, an open mic and live music; designed to open the participants heart in a safe non judgmental way so they may be seen, heard, and acknowledged

Awakening of Consciousness performer Gypsy Nights

Gypsy Nights is a Nashville-based band that blends rock and roll with soul music. The group is driven by two primary songwriters, Andy and Goose, whose music resonates with a wide range of listeners, aiming to touch hearts and souls across diverse backgrounds.

Gypsy Nights is a Nashville-based band that blends rock and roll with soul music. The group is driven by two primary songwriters, Andy and Goose, whose music resonates with a wide range of listeners, aiming to touch hearts and souls across diverse backgrounds.

With beauty as their muse and healing as their guide, The Heart of Everything invites you to be taken away by their distinguished song-craft, catchy two-part harmonies and enchantingly fresh melodies. Their live show could easily be called part concert/part ceremony, as they lyrically capture & express the ineffable in real time, giving their audiences a rare opportunity to drop into the deepest parts of themselves.

By offering glimpses into non-ordinary spiritual states & places that are both breathtakingly relatable & deeply human, The Heart of Everything welcomes you home to the power of love & helps you remember who you are through the power of modern sacred song.

With beauty as their muse and healing as their guide, The Heart of Everything invites you to be taken away by their distinguished song-craft, catchy two-part harmonies and enchantingly fresh melodies. Their live show could easily be called part concert/part ceremony, as they lyrically capture & express the ineffable in real time, giving their audiences a rare opportunity to drop into the deepest parts of themselves.

By offering glimpses into non-ordinary spiritual states & places that are both breathtakingly relatable & deeply human, The Heart of Everything welcomes you home to the power of love & helps you remember who you are through the power of modern sacred song.

Franko Heke

Franko Heke, of Ngāpuhi Māori and Italian descent, is a musician known for his unique fusion of mantra and reggae, often referred to as ‘Cosmic Kirtan’. Influenced by artists like Xavier Rudd, Michael Jackson, and Krishna Das, his powerful performances combine music and meditation. Franko has transitioned from a rock’n’roll lifestyle to embracing mindfulness, using meditation, yoga, and breathwork in his creative process. Through his music, Franko seeks to raise consciousness, promote unity, and celebrate our connection to each other and Mother Earth.

Instagram: @frankoheke  Facebook: frankohekeofficial

Franko Heke, of Ngāpuhi Māori and Italian descent, is a musician known for his unique fusion of mantra and reggae, often referred to as ‘Cosmic Kirtan’. Influenced by artists like Xavier Rudd, Michael Jackson, and Krishna Das, his powerful performances combine music and meditation. Franko has transitioned from a rock’n’roll lifestyle to embracing mindfulness, using meditation, yoga, and breathwork in his creative process. Through his music, Franko seeks to raise consciousness, promote unity, and celebrate our connection to each other and Mother Earth.

Instagram: @frankoheke  Facebook: frankohekeofficial

Amber Joy is a practitioner of sound therapy. She specializes in using sound to complement conventional treatments for various conditions such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse and has also assisted patients who are battling cancer, autoimmune disease, and recovering from strokes. Amber’s primary goal is to combine Eastern & Western practices to optimize the healing process in the medical field and promote the importance of mental health. She assists in conducting research and studies the science behind sound therapy to help patients improve their quality of life and achieve optimal health.
Amber Joy is a practitioner of sound therapy. She specializes in using sound to complement conventional treatments for various conditions such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse and has also assisted patients who are battling cancer, autoimmune disease, and recovering from strokes. Amber’s primary goal is to combine Eastern & Western practices to optimize the healing process in the medical field and promote the importance of mental health. She assists in conducting research and studies the science behind sound therapy to help patients improve their quality of life and achieve optimal health.

CEO, Psychedelic Institute of Los Angeles

Paul Karasik brings decades of experience in the world of psychedelics. Paul was a member of the early psychedelic community in New York and California, which included such luminaries as Timothy Leary and Ram Dass. Paul co-founded Thompson’s Ranch, one of the first alternative communities in Joshua Tree, CA. Paul is currently working on his tenth book, “Leading the Psychedelic Revolution.” Paul and The Psychedelic Institute are dedicated to making information and safe access available to anyone and everyone who is seeking to awaken their consciousness.

CEO, Psychedelic Institute of Los Angeles

Paul Karasik brings decades of experience in the world of psychedelics. Paul was a member of the early psychedelic community in New York and California, which included such luminaries as Timothy Leary and Ram Dass. Paul co-founded Thompson’s Ranch, one of the first alternative communities in Joshua Tree, CA. Paul is currently working on his tenth book, “Leading the Psychedelic Revolution.” Paul and The Psychedelic Institute are dedicated to making information and safe access available to anyone and everyone who is seeking to awaken their consciousness.

Entheogenic Facilitator & Integration Mentor

Aluna Lua is the co-founder of the psychedelic media company Ascension Arts and head coach of The Plant Spirit School. She works as a ceremony facilitator, performing artist and integration coach. Lua is from Brazil and has been an ally for indigenous communities for over a decade. She specializes in the medicines of Hapé, Kambo and Cannabis and is based in Los Angeles, CA. She provides psychedelic peer support at Burning Man through the Zendo Project and offers trainings, retreats and mentorship for sacred space holders. As a passionate entrepreneur, brand designer and creative director, Lua also supports artists and healers to launch their sacred offerings, develop their artistic gifts and become creative professionals of the renaissance.

Entheogenic Facilitator & Integration Mentor

Aluna Lua is the co-founder of the psychedelic media company Ascension Arts and head coach of The Plant Spirit School. She works as a ceremony facilitator, performing artist and integration coach. Lua is from Brazil and has been an ally for indigenous communities for over a decade. She specializes in the medicines of Hapé, Kambo and Cannabis and is based in Los Angeles, CA. She provides psychedelic peer support at Burning Man through the Zendo Project and offers trainings, retreats and mentorship for sacred space holders. As a passionate entrepreneur, brand designer and creative director, Lua also supports artists and healers to launch their sacred offerings, develop their artistic gifts and become creative professionals of the renaissance.

Awakening of Consciousness 2024 artist Melissa Ladybug

Eclectic musical artist, Melissa brings you indie psychedelic melodies, with a bohemian & jazzy twist. 

Her French & Spanish heritage explains her a poetic & passionate Mediterranean sound. Main comparisons: Lana Del Rey, Kate Bush, and Fallulah.

(424) 217 9248

melissa.french.ladybug@gmail.co

@melissaladybug.music

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2S9SblpBt8ml62SJuFTMbQ?si=

Eclectic musical artist, Melissa brings you indie psychedelic melodies, with a bohemian & jazzy twist. 

Her French & Spanish heritage explains her a poetic & passionate Mediterranean sound. Main comparisons: Lana Del Rey, Kate Bush, and Fallulah.

(424) 217 9248

melissa.french.ladybug@gmail.co

@melissaladybug.music

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/2S9SblpBt8ml62SJuFTMbQ?si=

Mia Mystic is a Venice-based singer-songwriter and pink-haired kitten fairy, known for her soulful ukulele melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Her music blends introspective reflections with uplifting affirmations, reminding you that life is magic and so are you. With her soothing voice and authentic storytelling, Mia aims to connect people with their hearts. Inspired by life’s lessons, she invites her audience to embrace vulnerability and find strength in softness, weaving a world where love, self-discovery, and the beauty of being human connection is celebrated

Instagram: @mia.mystic 
All music streaming platforms: Mia Mystic
miamystic444@gmail.com 

Mia Mystic is a Venice-based singer-songwriter and pink-haired kitten fairy, known for her soulful ukulele melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Her music blends introspective reflections with uplifting affirmations, reminding you that life is magic and so are you. With her soothing voice and authentic storytelling, Mia aims to connect people with their hearts. Inspired by life’s lessons, she invites her audience to embrace vulnerability and find strength in softness, weaving a world where love, self-discovery, and the beauty of being human connection is celebrated

Instagram: @mia.mystic 
All music streaming platforms: Mia Mystic
miamystic444@gmail.com 

Conscious Hip Hop and R&B Musician

Sam Sharman is a musician, artist, mystic, and entrepreneur creating conscious, immersive worlds. Sam blends influences from soul, R&B, pop, & conscious hip hop with original psychedelic projection art, story telling, and elements of burlesque to elevate her live shows into transformative experiences. She is the CEO of Artist Management at Enchanted Loft Productions, a micro-festival in Los Angeles & beyond. Her work explores the nexus of empowerment + pleasure + liberation.

Conscious Hip Hop and R&B Musician

Sam Sharman is a musician, artist, mystic, and entrepreneur creating conscious, immersive worlds. Sam blends influences from soul, R&B, pop, & conscious hip hop with original psychedelic projection art, story telling, and elements of burlesque to elevate her live shows into transformative experiences. She is the CEO of Artist Management at Enchanted Loft Productions, a micro-festival in Los Angeles & beyond. Her work explores the nexus of empowerment + pleasure + liberation.