At Beckley Retreats, we often say that the journey doesn’t end when the psilocybin experience fades — it’s where the real growth begins. As neuroscientists often remind us: ‘what fires together wires together’ so while psilocybin mushrooms create new neural connections full of possibilities, it’s our ability to sustain these connections through new habits and […]
Read more >Our surroundings shape us more than we realize. From the spaces we inhabit daily to the broader environments we engage with, our mental well-being is deeply intertwined with the world around us. By understanding environmental factors in psychology, we can create a healthy household and develop a setting that fosters clarity, balance, and productivity. At […]
Read more >In the quiet rhythms of digestion, a deeper conversation unfolds — one that bridges biology and belief, microbiota and mind. At Beckley Retreats, we’re captivated by these quiet miracles. As the fields of neuroscience and integrative wellbeing continue to evolve, the connection between gut health and emotional vitality is becoming more than a passing curiosity […]
Read more >Our surroundings are more than scenery — they are mirrors, catalysts, and co-conspirators in our personal journey. The spaces we inhabit, the air we breathe, the sounds that surround us — all of it touches our nervous system, our thoughts, our sense of belonging. At Beckley Retreats, we invite participants to step into environments designed […]
Read more >In Conversation with Beckley Retreats Facilitator and Psychotherapist Candace Oglesby-Adepoju For Candace Oglesby-Adepoju, the path to becoming a psychotherapist began with a deep, personal truth: that her own experiences of pain held the seeds of something greater. Healing, for her, wasn’t a destination — it was a calling. And that calling led her into the […]
Read more >How Psilocybin Retreats Offer More Than a Moment — These Psychedelic Retreats Offer a Pathway There’s something extraordinary about sitting across from someone who has made it their life’s work to hold space for transformation. Kosu Boudreau is one of those people. After nearly two decades supporting others as both a spiritual care practitioner and […]
Read more >Navigating Social Stigma with Grace, Clarity, and Confidence At Beckley Retreats, we often hear this question:“How do I share my psilocybin experience with others — especially those who might not understand?” While supported psychedelic experiences can unlock meaningful personal insight and deep emotional reflection, talking about them openly still brings challenges. Stigma, skepticism, or cultural […]
Read more >Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Lessons, Guidance, and Wisdom from the Field A conversation with Kosu Boudreau, Candace Oglesby-Adepoju, and Beckley Retreats’ Val-Pierre Genton When Kosu Boudreau looks back on her entire career, one particular theme seems to hold her work together: that of personal growth and transformation. Beginning with providing spiritual care in the prisons before spending […]
Read more >hen embarking on a psychedelic experience, the physical and mental wellbeing of the participant are paramount. This is where a trip sitter (also referred to as a facilitator) can come in—serving as a crucial safeguard throughout the experience. This person remains sober and vigilant, ready to intervene as necessary while participants navigate the profound depths […]
Read more >In recent years, a growing number of films and documentaries about the use and potential applications for psychedelics have been released. These films range in subject, spanning from deep-dives into the latest scientific research and medical trials to documentary series with rare interviews that highlight the personal stories of those who have profoundly changed from […]
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