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Oregon
Duration
8 weeks online + 1 day in-person
Group Size
Up to 16
An 8-week online Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) course followed by an in-person group psilocybin journey in Portland. The program pairs one of the most research-backed compassion training frameworks with a guided psychedelic experience designed to deepen and solidify the work. The MSC course runs Sundays, October 4 through November 22, 2026, from 3 to 6 PM Pacific on Zoom. Over eight sessions, you'll practice meditation, experiential exercises, and group discussion focused on building the capacity to meet difficult emotions with warmth instead of criticism. The group psilocybin journey takes place December 5 in Portland, after weeks of building trust and shared intention with the same cohort. Mike Averill is a licensed clinical social worker, trained MSC teacher, and licensed psilocybin facilitator. He's joined by co-instructors Daria Crymes and Missy McMurray, both experienced mindfulness practitioners and facilitators. The facilitation ratio means you're well-supported in a group of up to 16. No meditation experience is required. The program also satisfies a prerequisite for anyone pursuing MSC teacher certification.
The people and place behind your experience.

8-week Mindful Self-Compassion course (virtual, Sundays 3-6 PM PT)
1 individual preparation session
Single-day group psilocybin journey in Portland (December 5, 2026)
1 group integration session
3 experienced instructors/facilitators
Full refund for MSC course up to start date. Full refund for group psilocybin journey up to 7 days before session.
All experiences on Althea are facilitated by licensed or verified providers. Participants must be at least 21 years old and complete a health screening before booking is confirmed. If it is determined that you are ineligible, fees will be refunded.
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Very comfortable and welcoming!
Miko M.
very professional and easy to work with
Kate M.
PNW was perfect. Plenty of comfort supplies, and the main ceremony room held the group wonderfully.
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I did a single-session high dose. Felt safe there. It's close to a very nice low-key hotel for those coming from out of town - Hotel Grand Stark - within walking distance.
Verified reviewer
Very comfortable and cozy
Kari B.
Verified reviewer
PNWI is a fantastic space- super clean, welcoming, and comfortable.
Samantha L.
It was both professional and incredibly disarming for such a potentially vulnerable group experience
Verified reviewer
The center was clean and peaceful. I felt safe and had complete trust in the people who worked there.
Jim L.
Thank you.
/ person
8 weeks online + 1 day in-person
Up to 16