For the Future of Appalachia & beyond.

  • Coaching

    For long-lasting change, before or after a psychedelic experience.

    Working with a coach gets you back on track in life, relationships, and purpose.

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  • Education

    Workshops, events, courses, & news for Appalachia & Beyond.

    Quality Education is a foundational need for a robust and safe community.

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  • Consulting

    For university staff, church clergy, & community leaders.

    Consulting with us promotes public safety, engages proactivity, & aligns your moral compass.

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Welcome to the Appalachian Psychedelic Society.

We are shattering misconceptions about Appalachia, facilitating public safety discussions on psychedelia and advocating for proactivity over reactivity.

Our Mission

Confronted with the undeniable momentum behind psychedelics, our mission is to prepare Appalachia by building a robust infrastructure that ensures communities are informed, safe, and supported.

Through education, community, and inclusive dialogue, we are committed to navigating this transformative era and positioning Appalachians as a proactive leader in the responsible integration of psychedelics, regardless of the evolving legal landscape.

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initiatives

  • Appalachian Psychedelic Society Podcast

    Dedicated to providing unbiased news on the latest updates for The Psychedelic Frontier in Appalachia.

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  • Psychedelic South Conference

    Y’all Means All. Southern Appalachia’s first Psychedelic Conference is coming soon.

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Appalachian Psychedelic Society Articles

APS Articles
Ayni in Appalachia: Sacred Reciprocity & STIGMA
Ayni in Appalachia: Sacred Reciprocity & STIGMA

Utter the word “shaman” and some Appalachian folks immediately think of evil, seance, and the devil. My experience with “shamanistic” cultures has been pleasant, kind-hearted, and reverential. Appalachia is a place of strong roots and powerful traditions, but it’s also a place where exploring the unknown can be seen as a betrayal of community values. The decision to start the Appalachian Psychedelic Society feels like a tremendous honor and risk—stepping out of the shadows with a belief system that many might find foreign or even threatening.

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Grief, Gratitude, and Gut Healing: Finding Strength in the Wake of Hurricane Helene
Grief, Gratitude, and Gut Healing: Finding Strength in the Wake of Hurricane Helene
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Is Integration Coaching right for you?
Is Integration Coaching right for you?

Many people find themselves feeling stuck or disoriented after a psychedelic experience. Maybe you’ve had life-changing realizations, but the excitement of the moment has faded, leaving you unsure of how to incorporate them into your everyday life. The insights you gained may seem distant now, slipping away as you return to old patterns...

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