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"If you ever want to try psilocybin, this is the place to do it. This retreat was well developed, safe, and professionally run. The facilitators were particularly wonderful. Each and every one brought a skill that complemented the others. Michelle organized and ran the show. Brian brought the research experience. Paulo was the heart and soul of our retreat. He connected with us and shared his wisdom, experience, and expertise (and food). I also loved the location, the people, and the size. Having people from similar backgrounds helped create a cohesive group and integrative experience. That concept is brilliant. I would highly recommend Odyssey to friends and family. In fact, my brother is already registered!"

"This is a profound, life affirming experience that will open up pathways in your mind and heart. Everyone in your life benefits."

"Odyssey is one of the few great legal places to get a unique psilocybin experience. The facilitators were excellent: knowledgeable, skillful, creative, attentive to you as a person, and generous with their time. I would highly recommend Odyssey to anyone considering!"

"Virtually impossible to find the words to adequately describe the experience. Out of this universe … beyond impactful … filled with powerful emotional meaning and healing. Odyssey curates their guests’ experience with the deepest attention to meaning, sensitivity to each individual, unbounded love and caring, comfort, emotional presence, and passion. After initially making contact with Gabe about ten months prior to my journey, I was struck by his genuine kindness and exemplary credentials. He related to me on a human-to-human level. He never pressured me to make a decision — he just gave me my space and willingly created a circle of acceptance for me. I chose Odyssey because I knew that they adhered strictly to a level of professionalism and transparency and took great pride in that The facilitators were with the retreat participants every step of the way. They were clearly experienced and sensitive and adhered to the highest level of input and responsiveness. They celebrated and suffered along with us. They worked their tails off in providing to us the ultimate experience. Many times, they said, “We’re here for you … this is our job.” They never missed a beat when it came to caring for our needs, answering questions, providing emotional support, and walking the path with us. Beyond amazing."

"The psilocybin experience was profound, and the lead-up and follow through were a very necessary part of what happened during the several hours of the central experience. Time spent getting to know my fellow travelers gave me a sense of connectedness during the mushroom experience, and the communal processing which followed was very helpful to the beginning of the process of integration, sending me home with the feeling of having shared with some very special people. I am grateful for the team of facilitators whose experience was evident throughout the afternoon. They were extremely helpful; kind, professional, and attentive beginning to end. The only reason I indicated four stars, not five, is that I'm still evaluating my psilocybin experience, making sense of all I was shown, a process that could continue for some time. My thanks to all involved."

"This experience highly exceeded my expectations, and was among the most meaningful of my life. I am an internal medicine physician, and I chose this program because I could share the experience with people who are in the healthcare field. The background and experience of the facilitators was reassuring and the thoroughness of the intake interview gave me a feeling of confidence in the professionalism of the program. Odyssey created a safe, caring environment to experience your journey with other people in the most beautiful setting. Perfectly curated from start to finish. A sense of trust and caring pervaded the entire weekend. The facilitator team was fantastic. Each facilitator brought a unique perspective and were wonderfully supportive, caring and open. Michelle was in charge and in control the entire time. Organized, compassionate and simply as good as it gets. Just pure love and caring I would strongly recommend Odyssey to anyone considering the program."

"I can't even explain how much this retreat changed my life. It's like giving your soul a chance to be reunited with your body amidst breath taking scenery in a loving, safe environment. It was well worth the time and financial investment, and I may even say it was more affordable than it should have been after seeing all that went in to it."

"I am a Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Advanced Trained Clinical Hypnotherapist as well as a student at Vital Psychedelics. Odessey is a highly trained group of mental health professionals led by a visionary who walks the talk of spirituality. My psilocybin experience was life changing. The words beyond trauma are present. I never thought this was possible. I have done a lot of my own personal work up to this point and will continue to do so. Thank you Gabe and Company 🙏"

"The location is exquisite, spent happy moments watching bats, birds against the backdrop of the Cascades - Broken Top and the 3 Sisters. Lavender bushes full of bees. Fantastic vistas. The house is beautiful and lived in. Minor fixes needed around the place but its beauty outweighed them. As for the facilitators, I was astonished at how good they were. I feel like that part of Oregon (Bend area) is very rich in knowledge about therapeutic use of psychedelics. The leaders spoke of other experiences and research and were very generous with their time and knowledge. During the ceremony they were supportive. Afterwards with the integration pieces this continued. I never felt like it was intrusive. They listened, reflected and offered their experience. And I learned a lot. The generosity, skill and support the facilitators provided made a huge difference for me. The medicine is strong - they helped me immeasurably through the process. My group was fantastic as well. We all came from a similar professional field but - for the most part - did not know each other before. I have never experienced such caring and vulnerability from absolute strangers. I felt real connection. This was a short event (2 travel days and 2 days on site) but was amazing. More than I imagined going in. Odyssey has worked hard to build up their program - thought went into everything but the whole thing did not feel packaged nor limited."

"I had no idea what this retreat would bring my way but I didn't hesitate to sign up and trust the process, which was so professional from beginning to end. The facilitators made themselves available to answer questions, describe the events leading up to our session, and they were there every step of the way with empathy, respect, and thoughtfulness. Honestly, I was concerned because I was the oldest person in my group (68) and thought I might not fit in but the members of my group and the facilitators embraced my presence and eased my doubts. I felt safe to allow myself to experience the journey fully and it was very meaningful. My experience was truly enlightening and amazing. I never expected to face what I did during my journey and the insights really opened my eyes to what I need to work on. I have a path forward. I'm so glad I took this step for myself."

"Gabe at Odyssey created an open and relaxed environment from the initial inquiry call to the morning of departure. Our lead facilitator, Aaron, was with us from pick up to drop off from the airport. The Odyssey team took good care answering my questions and making my whole experience comfortable. Their understanding of this potent medicine is evident. I have attended many retreats and the presence the Odyssey team provided me and the group was exceptional. My experience was transformational. I highly recommend Odyssey for your journey experience. "

"To be completely honest, I came to Odyssey with some reservations. Not necessarily about the psilocybin experience itself, but rather the surrounding infrastructure. The idea that there was a number of group sessions both before and after the journey garnered some level of anxiety in me. Would I be forced to share in these sessions? What if I didn't like the people I was sharing a home with? Would the entire exercise be too 'granola' for me, coming from a corporate background in the Northeast? Every single one of these concerns was thoroughly put to bed by the end of the first day. I cannot give enough credit to Aaron, our lead facilitator, along with his co-facilitators - Michelle and Alex - for creating one of the most open, encouraging (yet respectful) environments that also made room for levity, humor, and opportunities to remain grounded in the 'real' world around us. For example, immediately after the psilocybin experience, Aaron went out of his way to order burgers and fries for a few of us who were craving. Additionally, the day after the experience, one small subset of our group went to enjoy a nearby pool, while another stayed at the house to relax. While things like this may not seem like much in and of themselves, I cite them as examples to underline the fact that though there is structure to the Odyssey experience, every single individual involved is empowered and entrusted to follow their own joy, and Aaron, Alex, and Michelle could not be more deft or capable facilitators for creating that environment. It is solely because of the genuine care and compassion of every single member of the Odyssey family that my personal experience went from an initial expectation of a fun and unique way to spend a weekend, to a profoundly moving experience that has left me not just with new discoveries and a greatly enhanced relationship with my own empathy for both myself and those around me, but also a new family in the fellow participants. Every single one of them I would trust implicitly to reach out to either in a time of need, or simply to chat and catch up, and the authenticity of relationships that strong that are forged over such a short amount of time is a testament to the profoundly impressive capabilities of the entire facilitation team. Finally, I want to take a moment to especially recognize and give thanks to Gabe, Odyssey's founder and CEO. Similarly to my initial thoughts on the retreat as a whole, I had some degree of skepticism that this was more of an opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new industry than it was about giving people from all walks of life the opportunity to experience something truly unique and potentially change their lives in profound ways. I could not have been more wrong. Despite there being no expectation whatsoever, Gabe stopped by the homes multiple times, often just to be a quiet, but comforting, knowledgable, and supporting presence in the room. I can give perhaps no better example than the message it sends of true compassion and dedication to the human impact of the Odyssey experience that he was just as quick, if not quicker, than anyone else involved to help do dishes after meals, or even run to the store for extra groceries. While I have no doubt he's a shrewd and capable business leader, no matter the levels of success he reaches, I will alway be impressed and admire his empathy, humility, and genuine interest in helping people truly improve their lives for the better and taking a genuine risk with his own livelihood in founding Odyssey to make that happen. "

"The journey with Odyssey created a mental shift that was specific to my life experience and circumstances. The retreat healed a dark, isolated corner of my soul allowing for a deeper level of personal integration that feels amazing. I gained a beautiful sense of knowing that I am part of a warm, loving, source energy that connects me to all things. My mind is calmer, quieter, more peaceful, moves with less effort, and remains focused on love, kindness, and gratefulness. My desire to love has been heightened. I feel empowered to continue to create the adventure I want to have here on earth. I feel more settled and directive on the path I am traveling. If you are reading this, I highly recommend you do it and take the leap! Odyssey is safe, and you truly are in the hands of professionals. You can trust the process Odyssey has created. I am so grateful I found and chose this retreat! "

"Odyssey is a highly trained and deeply involved facilitation organization that makes psilocybin therapy/journeys available to those in need or hesitant about the experience. The facilitators were professional, empathetic, attentive, and nurturing. They were well-experienced, eloquent, informative, and invested. They paid attention to details and anticipated participant needs. They were pleasant as professionals and as individuals. The activities were relevant, well-executed, and comprehensive yet focused. The experience was exactly what I wanted and needed. It was a shared experience, so I wasn't alone. We had two facilitators per participant, which felt comfortable and safe. Facilitators were nearby and available during the experience, providing comfort with their astounding patience. For anyone interested, this is a bucket-list item for sure. Beyond that, I believe it should be widely accepted and available, as I believe anyone/everyone can benefit from the experience. "

"I chose to participate in an Odyssey group retreat after hearing that psilocybin was being used to treat depression, PTSD, and other mental health disorders in clinical trials. I've never had any of those issues (thank goodness), but I've also struggled with constant negative thoughts for my entire life. I wanted to see if psychedelics could help me. After having had this experience, I can say one thing for certain: no one has come close to describing a heroic psychedelic dose accurately in words, at least not one like I had. If you've never had one, you (yes, you) really should do it at least once during your life assuming you don't have a family history of any psychological conditions. No matter what, you will discover something profound about your own mind and emotions, perhaps truths you'll carry for the rest of your life. I had never had any experience with drugs prior to this retreat, so I wanted to make sure all the details were right - high quality mushrooms, licensed facilitators, science-based methodology, etc. Odyssey absolutely nailed it on all counts. In particular, the facilitators were an absolute godsend. They were both experienced psilocybin users themselves, and they went to great lengths to provide an open, nonjudgemental environment for all of us. I had no idea how crucial this environment would turn out to be for helping everyone through the healing process. They answered all our questions beforehand and carried out long conversations with us after our psilocybin experiences to help us build the tools to make sense of them. The facilitators were also by our sides for the entire 7+-hour experience (the "journey" as they call it). I honestly have no idea what I would have done without them. My journey was extremely difficult to begin with - losing one's sense of self turns out to be a destabilizing and terrifying event. They helped me through the worst of the fear until I "launched." Had they not been there, I might very well have panicked and hurt myself. I think trying to describe the specifics of my journey is rather pointless. What I can say is that I experienced a deep, profound truth that all my negative thoughts aren't even wrong; they don't have any place from which to stand in the first place. I've tried to recreate this feeling every day since. I'm more successful some days than others. I'm now about a month removed from my Odyssey retreat. I have no idea how long my new spiritual and psychological insights will last, but I can say for certain that I am not the same person I was before. Or rather, I am the same person I've always been, I've only just now realized it. I can't recommend Odyssey enough, especially if you've never had a psychedelic experience before. I've lived nearly 3 decades, and the only time I've ever felt truly free from judgement, anxiety, and fear was during the 3 days I spent in Oregon a few weeks ago."

"The combination of the caring, experienced staff and the natural beauty of the Oregon ranch location provided the perfect reset button. It feels like a new beginning for me. I arrived feeling like “time was running out” in my life…Halfway through the retreat I felt as if I had nothing but time to savor all the wonderful things life has to offer. Biggest contributor to this for me was the educated facilitators who prepared us for the journey starting at signup and continuing to this day. Since I have been home the communication and support from the staff continues and the love and support amongst our retreat group grows. "

"This is the first time I have engaged in a psychedelic journey, so was both excited and a little apprehensive going in. I cannot speak highly enough regarding the skill and compassionate warmth of the staff. Aaron is a wise man and good leader with a heartfelt presence. Caroline exudes grace, laughter, and a level of kindness that is radiant. They are a great team, and complement each other perfectly - yin and yang. Both were fully present and there for me and the other participants, with hugs that I will feel for the rest of my life. I spent less time with JP, but felt the same sense of goodness and warmth emanating from him. The setting is absolutely gorgeous - which can be tasted from the photos. The ranch is on sacred native American ground, and the energy was palpably reverent, contemplative, and healing. Ingrid's gourmet cooking was delectable, and sharing meals together as a group felt so wholesome and familial. I can still taste the carrot curry and fresh bread. Frankly, I can't imagine how this retreat could have been better. It exceeded all expectations, and was such a meaningful growth experience. And I am so glad/grateful to have done this with a group of comrades/fellow travelers/friends. Felt that we were all looking for the same thing, and found it - together."

"I came away from the experience with a fresh look at my life. I felt more open, positive, and involved with my surroundings. It helped to renew my feeling of involvement in the world around me. The care of the facilitators was special. They were deeply engaged in the retreat process and brought a great deal of knowledge and experience. They had a great deal of experience and seemed to know how to help. I felt comfortable and at ease during the entire process."

"I had been wanting to have this experience for a long time, and Odyssey with its retreat style, focus on intention and remarkable facilitators was truly the precise way I wanted it to happen. The facilitators were excellent. They helped set intentions, were tremendously seasoned and gave solid guidance and expectations regarding the mushroom experience. They were also highly helpful and caring during the mushroom experience itself. They treated the whole process with the respect that it deserved, assuring that we didn't take the whole thing lightly. I loved this experience, felt it was tremendously powerful and meaningful to my life, and that Odyssey has opened the door to a new path for exploration. For many people, I can imagine it being nothing less than a life-changing experience."

"I loved my time with Odyssey. The leadership team and the facilitators were truly unbelievable, caring, professional, and intuitive. Every small detail was taken care of. The psilocybin experience itself was emotive, positive, and therapeutic. Truly a top-class experience."