Experience Onward

09/07/2025

“This medicine didn’t just ease my symptoms. It gave me back my brain, my purpose, and my relationships.” – Daniel Carcillo

Millions struggle with lingering effects after concussions and head injuries. New research and real stories are pointing to a different path forward.

We’ve put together a full e-blast with science, resources, and details on how to get involved.

Read the full e-blast + register here:
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09/07/2025

Scientists have discovered that certain natural compounds found in mushrooms can temporarily shift the brain’s communication patterns.

Right after the experience, brain scans showed people’s activity became so alike that researchers couldn’t tell them apart — essentially blurring each person’s unique neural “fingerprint.”

Most brain networks returned to normal soon after, but one area — the anterior hippocampus, involved in memory and self-reflection — stayed altered for up to three weeks.

Researchers believe this kind of “reset” may boost the brain’s flexibility, helping explain why some people report lasting improvements in mood, perception, and overall well-being.

🔗 Read more here

Psilocybin obliterates your neural fingerprint.

08/26/2025

🌿 Science & Ceremony – Women’s Wellness Edition 🌿

Did you miss our recent webinar with Dr. Juliana Hauser? The replay is now available!

This powerful session explores how women can approach wellness with both science and ceremony, covering:
- Menopause, longevity, and emotional well-being
- Addressing feelings of depression, anxiety, and burnout
- Women’s lived experiences with preparation, guided practices, and integration

🎥 Watch the full recording here: https://youtu.be/7VHSEpx4u78

If you’d like to explore how these practices may support your own journey, you can book a complimentary Client Information Call here:
https://l.industryrockstars.ch/widget/booking/qmk0wa0UrmYasqlbLffk

Together, let’s continue the conversation on women’s health, healing, and vitality.

Our focus of this webinar is on the benefits of psilocybin asssited therapy for menopause, hosted by Dr. Juliana Hauser PhDDr. Juliana shares her experience,...

08/26/2025

Breakthrough Research in Brain Health & Recovery

A recent university-led study revealed something remarkable: a naturally occurring compound showed the ability to restore healthy brain function after head injuries.

The findings included:
- Reduced inflammation
- Improved neural connections
- Lower levels of damaging proteins
- Increased support for brain regeneration

For athletes, veterans, and anyone impacted by repetitive trauma, this represents a new frontier in brain health and recovery—one that could reshape how we think about healing.

Learn more about this groundbreaking study here: https://experienceonward.com/psilocybin-unlocking-a-groundbreaking-treatment-for-head-injuries/

The team at Experience Onward are pionering research into Treatment for Head Injuries using psilocybin therapy. The results are AMAZING!

08/24/2025

What if medicine could do more than manage symptoms? What if it could help the brain renew itself?

In this week’s Sunday Spotlight, we explore how mushrooms may be supporting transformational wellness across many walks of life — from veterans and concussion survivors to those living with depression, anxiety, and Parkinson’s disease.

Highlights include:

A talk by Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris (UCSF) on how mushrooms reshape the brain for growth and insight.

New UCSF research showing improvements in mood, cognition, and motor function for Parkinson’s patients following guided sessions with supportive therapy.

This isn’t just treatment. It’s transformational wellness — a doorway to resilience, balance, and renewal.

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08/19/2025

‼️WEBINAR DATE CORRECTION‼️

We hope you can join us tonight for our 'Science & Ceremony: Women's Wellness Edition Webinar' with our special guest, Dr. Juliana Hauser!

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19TH
7:30 PM EST

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wtQJLhTbS42Z0CphPhwIug #/registration

08/18/2025

✨ Experience Onward Presents: Science & Ceremony – Women’s Wellness Edition ✨

Join us for a live conversation with Dr. Juliana Hauser, alongside facilitators Spring Anderson and Ashley Collins, as we explore how psilocybin can support women’s unique wellness journeys.

🌿 Topics include:
• Menopause, longevity, and emotional well-being
• Mushrooms’s role in easing depression, anxiety, and burnout
• Women’s lived experiences with preparation, ceremony, and integration

📅 Tuesday, August 19th
🕢 7:30 pm EST
💻 Free Live Webinar

👉 Register now through the link in our bio.

Together, let’s explore how science and ceremony come together to support women’s health and vitality. 🌸



Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wtQJLhTbS42Z0CphPhwIug #/registration

07/22/2025

🔔 Happening TONIGHT!

Curious about mushrooms? 🌿
Join us this evening for a free live info session with Experience Onward Founder Daniel Carcillo, and licensed facilitator Dain Miller, as we explore the science, structure, and support behind our new Workshop Series — launching August 16th at Experience Onward in Portland, Oregon.

🕖 7:30 PM EST / 4:30 PM PST
📍 Hosted by Experience Onward
🎟️ Free to attend – all are welcome!

What we’ll cover:
✨ What microdosing actually is
🧠 How it can support mood, clarity & nervous system regulation
🤝 Why community & embodiment matter
💬 Live Q&A with Dain

Whether you’re brand new or deepening your practice, this is a grounded, supportive space to learn and connect.

👉 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wtQJLhTbS42Z0CphPhwIug #/registration

07/18/2025

🌿 New Offering at Experience Onward – Portland, OR
Microdosing Workshop • Mindfully Guided by Dain Miller
Saturday, August 16 | 10 AM – 2 PM
Limited to 25 spots

We’re launching a monthly microdosing workshop series designed to help you reconnect with your body, regulate your nervous system, and explore psilocybin in a safe, intentional, and supportive space.

Led by licensed facilitator and somatic guide Dain Miller, this 4-hour experience includes:
🌀 Qigong-based movement
🧘‍♂️ Guided meditation
📝 Journaling + group reflection
🌬️ Optional 1:1 integration support

💬 Want to learn more? Join our FREE info session with Dain on Tuesday, July 22 at 7 PM EST / 4 PM PST
🔗 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/wtQJLhTbS42Z0CphPhwIug #/registration

Ready to join us in August?
👉 Register now: https://forms.gle/s2Xp2BZtz4p67TnK7

07/18/2025

Experience Onward is a legal, state-licensed transformative wellness service center in Portland, Oregon. We operate within Oregon’s groundbreaking regulatory framework established by Measure 109 and are early adopters of this innovative, evidence-informed natural medicine model. We also offer insurance-reimbursable services through Enthea.

Oregon is the first state to legalize mushrooms for adults 21+, allowing safe, intentional participation in supervised mushroom ceremonies. This law created a regulated system of licensed service centers, manufacturers, testing labs, and trained facilitators.

Our services include:
-One-on-One Journeys
-Group Ceremonies
-Immersive Retreats
-Microdosing Programs
-Integration Coaching

Our Founder’s Story
Founded by Daniel Carcillo, former NHL player and two-time Stanley Cup champion, who personally faced severe post-concussion syndrome, depression, and mental health challenges. After years of struggling with conventional treatments, Daniel’s own healing journey with natural medicines, especially psilocybin mushrooms, inspired him to open Experience Onward to help others access these transformative therapies.

Daniel now advocates for alternative brain and mental health therapies, collaborating with researchers, healthcare professionals, and veterans’ organizations to broaden access to these treatments.

Who We Help
We support athletes, executives, veterans, those recovering from concussion or mental health challenges, and anyone curious about psilocybin, providing a supportive and structured environment.

We create safe, welcoming spaces for exploration, healing, and growth, grounded in professionalism, integrity, and care.

To learn more, book a free discovery call below. We’re here to support your next step—wherever you are.

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Onward.

https://experienceonward.com/ro

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