One state
Licensing
- Licensed facilitator
- Oregon · FL-5bcf1f2c
Laurent Picard
Laurent was a firefighter and paramedic who worked at Portland Fire & Rescue for 30 years. His mushrooms facilitation work is informed by his own powerful healing journeys, training in Somatic Experiencing, and 20 years experience as a member of PF&R’s peer support team.
Laurent Picard is a Portland-based firefighter and paramedic who has worked as a city firefighter for almost 30 years, and has been a member of his fire department's peer support team for 20 years, assisting colleagues during challenging times, both work and life related.
Works best with
- Depression
- Individuals living with depression who are looking for a meaningful shift beyond what traditional approaches have offered.
- First Responders
- Those in first responder roles carrying the cumulative weight of their work who are ready for deep healing.
How Laurent works
Somatic and body-led
The body read as closely as the conversation: what someone is carrying is often physical before it has words.
Depression
Depression, including the treatment-resistant kind that has not moved with medication alone.
Mental health
Long-standing mental health conditions, held alongside rather than instead of existing care.
Personal growth
People who are not unwell but are not finished, with growth as the reason for the session.
Credentials
Licensed, trained, and in practice since 1996
Four programs
Education
- BA Cornell University
- Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic
- Somatic experiencing international certification
- Licensed Facilitator Certification InnerTrek
Since 1996
Experience
- 30 years in the healing arts
- 11 client stories on file
- Collected after the journey, shared with permission
Where you'll be
A setting that feels like home
Our private sessions take place at a state-licensed center. They're thoughtfully designed spaces that feel more like a cozy living room than a clinic.
Where you'll be
A setting that feels like home
Our private sessions take place at a state-licensed center. They're thoughtfully designed spaces that feel more like a cozy living room than a clinic.
What's included
What's included
Odyssey Foundations
Eligibility screening, licensed facilitators personally vetted by our founder, and evidence-based protocols inspired by clinical trials.
Individual Preparation
Two one-on-one video sessions with your facilitator before your journey. You'll talk through what you're hoping for, what to expect during your experience, and explore your personal intentions.
Individual Mushroom Journey
Your guided in-person journey, one-on-one with your facilitator. You'll have your own private space, with eye shades and music to help you turn inward, and your facilitator by your side for personal support the whole time.
Individual Integration
Two one-on-one integration sessions with your facilitator, in person or by video. Make sense of what happened and start turning insight into lasting change.
Ongoing Support
Lifetime access to our group integration circles. If you have a particularly hard journey, our Odyssey safety net adds up to five more integration sessions to help you through it.
Not included
Flights
You'll book your own travel to and from your session. Your care coordinator can help you plan around the dates.
Lodging
You'll book your own place to stay. Your care coordinator will share our local travel guide, with vetted Airbnbs and places to stay near the service center.
Meals
Food and drink are up to you. Our local travel guide includes our favorite places to eat, so you'll have plenty to choose from.
Ground Transportation
You'll handle getting to and from your session. Your care coordinator can help you plan the logistics.
Travel insurance
We recommend it in case plans change, but it's booked separately and not part of your experience cost.
[My session] was among the most meaningful experiences of my life. It highly exceeded my expectations. My facilitator created a safe container. He was very present and kind, providing the appropriate level of leaving space and being supportive. Very glad I worked with Laurent.
M.F.Private session · April 2026
Laurent is always attentive, organized, creates great structure, and is extraordinarily warm and supportive. I've really valued working with him.
J.D.Private session · November 2025
I feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with Laurent. I couldn't fully appreciate the role your facilitator plays in the overall experience until after it happened, at which point I was so grateful for him and his time. I chose Laurent - honestly - because his bio read as someone who was very "down to earth". A lot of the language and semantics used in the entheogenic therapy space can be pretty "spacey". I'm from the Midwest. I grew up in a very conservative home and conservative part of the world. So plain spoken, firefighter, I knew this was my guy. But what I found was someone who thoughtfully integrated ancient wisdom and sacred practices to my experience; as well as someone who was highly attentive to me during the journey and worked gently and diligently to make sure it was as positive and productive as possible.
N.S.Private session · August 2025
Laurent was incredibly helpful and insightful during my pre-journey sessions, during my session, and during my integration session. The advice he provided in setting an intention was incredibly helpful, and I felt very comfortable and supported during my session. Through his music selection and additional support, Laurent helped me tremendously. I came out the other side with better control of my anxiety, less headache pain, and have been meditating daily using an app that Laurent suggested.
P.L.Private session · August 2025
Laurent was such a professional. Such a great person. He made me feel safe. He supported me throughout the whole process. I really appreciate him.
A.S.Private session · March 2025
Laurent is compassionate, attuned, and diligent as a facilitator. He was a particularly good match for me due to shared life experiences and a resulting clear understanding of my needs. I enjoyed that the process of exploring different facilitators was smooth, respectful, and patient. Since deciding to work with Laurent, I've found him to have these same qualities.
J.D.Private session · March 2025
Laurent was very supportive and encouraging plus has a very soothing voice which was a nice addon benefit! I learned things about myself and how I want to live myself that I couldn’t have imagined intuiting on my own.
S.M.Private session · November 2024
It was an exceptional experience. Laurent was amazing to work with; everything was very professional felt comfortable with my choice
E.R.Private session · October 2024
Laurent is an incredibly kind soul, and really helped take care of me during a fairly 'dramatic' journey. I think there were some elements in my experience he wasn't able to make sense of for me, but he pointed me to someone who could.
J.D.Private session · October 2024
My guide Laurent could not have been more helpful on my journey. Not only did he help with my extensive prep, but he also gave me a plethora of information about how to navigate challenges during my journey. The success of my journey is what I largely attribute to him.
N.M.Private session · October 2024
I felt like Laurent quickly became a friend I could open up to and trust. I could text him today and I know he would find time to connect with me.
J.R.Private session · September 2024
Check eligibility
Every experience starts here
Mushroom experiences carry real risks, and not everyone is a good fit. Every Odyssey experience starts with our eligibility screening.
- Comprehensive intake. Covering your medical history, medications, supplements, allergies, and personal and family mental health history.
- Facilitator review. A licensed senior facilitator reviews your intake against the eligibility requirements, risk factors, and contraindications named in state guidelines.
- Eligibility discussion. We walk you through your eligibility showing what your intake surfaces, what it means for a mushroom experience, and answer any questions you have.
- Clinically-informed standards. Our eligibility standards were designed by licensed medical doctors, psychologists, and psychiatrists.