Team | Psilocybin Services | The Sacred Mushroom™

The Sacred Mushroom team is dedicated to our mission to address mental fitness in unique, community based, and playful.

Mental health care needs to be delivered differently than physical healthcare. Mental health needs are harder to acknowledge and easier to hide. The pain is a different kind of pain, one that we have convinced ourselves is less debilitating than physical pain. We endure mental health pain better. Until we don’t.

We have a mental health crisis in the United States. Care facilities and mental health professionals are overwhelmed by demand and treatments are often too expensive, lengthy, ineffectual or ridden with unpleasant side effects. We need a different way.

The Sacred Mushroom offers a different way – Psilocybin enhanced group activities that are playful, meaningful, engaging, and communal. We offer a place to exercise your emotions and improve your mental fitness – not unlike the way group exercise activities like jazzercise and palates offer a way to exercise your muscles and improve your physical fitness.

The Sacred Mushroom was carefully curated to be a place or peace, healing and connection. Psilocybin is a dynamic experience and should not be limited to any one modality or framing. Regardless of what shared interest or experience brings groups or individuals to The Sacred Mushroom; our goal is to be a place that inspires healing and community.

Craig Frank – Managing Operator

Craig Frank has been Chief Executive Officer of The Sacred Mushroom™ since its founding and has served as the CEO of Kaya Holdings, Inc., TSM’s operator, since January 2010.

Prior to joining the Company, Craig served 11 years as CEO of The Tudog Group, a business advisory firm founded in Tel Aviv, Israel in 1999. During Craig’s tenure, Tudog worked with more than 200 companies from 19 countries and 22 sectors

William David Jones – Senior Advisor and Consultant

David has been the Senior Advisor and Consultant for Business Development and Financial Operations at The Sacred Mushroom™ since its inception and has served in that role for Kaya Holdings, Inc. since early 2013. His contributions have included providing introductions to investment capital, advising on public company administration, interfacing with banks and regulators on behalf of the Company and working alongside the CEO to develop and implement the Company’s business plan and day to day operations.

David operates BMN Consultants, inc. an advisory firm specializing in investment banking consulting and serves as an advisor to CVC International LTD, a fund that has been a significant source of funding for KAYS and The Sacred Mushroom™.

Chad Craig – Facility Manager

Chad serves as TSM Facility Manager. Chad has worked with Kaya Holdings, Inc. for 10 years,
and has also worked in logistics and transport.

Chad is a carpentry hobbyist and hand built all the plant holders and the two large bookcases in
the garden area, and throughout the center.

Brenda Davies – Licensed Psilocybin Facilitator

Brenda is dedicated to helping others explore the transformative potential of psilocybin. In 2022, she completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology, focused on Mental Health, and was driven to become a certified Psilocybin Facilitator, completing her training with Clinical Cognitive Solutions.

With a rich background in the tech industry and a life shaped by motherhood and community engagement, Brenda brings compassion and strength to her work. She draws inspiration from her journey through life’s challenges and has unwavering belief in the power of psilocybin to foster healing, self-discovery, and transformation. Brenda’s heartfelt mission is to guide individuals toward curiosity, healing, and empowerment, helping them unlock new paths to growth and connection.

Rob Patton – Licensed Psilocybin Facilitator

Rob is a Reiki practitioner and shaman, with a Master of Divinity in Contemplative Chaplaincy from Buddhist-inspired Naropa University and has experience as a hospice chaplain and training in end-of-life psychedelic care.

Rob’s experiences with psilocybin adds to the compassion and care he demonstrates to each person as they journey.

Missy McMurrray – Licensed Psilocybin Facilitator

Missy was thrust into meditation in 2009 when chronic pain gifted her the opportunity to look more deeply at life in an existential way. What felt like a betrayal of the body ultimately led to the discovery that our bodies are not in the way, they are the way. With a particular interest in rebalancing the feminine and masculine energies, her work draws on ancient wisdom traditions, consciousness, movement, sound and other embodiment practices. She believes this path can be gentle and that play is essential.

Missy is a mindfulness teacher and completed training with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. Drawing on these tools of insight and compassion, Missy’s greatest message is that there is nothing to fix. When we return to our inherent wholeness we are free to change, connected to the wisdom of the body and the strength of the heart.

Jim Klopfer – Licensed Psilocybin Facilitator

Jim has a deep interest in exploring the intersection between what we perceive and feel under ordinary circumstances and the shifts in awareness that may come through experiencing extraordinary states of consciousness. After a long career in IT and several years of personal exploration with psilocybin, Jim decided to assist other folks with their own personal growth journeys. He has special interest in helping people unlock creativity, explore trauma, or simply satisfy a curiosity.

Jim earned his facilitation license from the Changa Institute in July 2023. Jim brings a sense of humor, a non-directive approach, a well-practiced ability to hold space, and firm ethical standards to each of his facilitations. Jim is an honorably discharged veteran of the U.S. Army. His hobbies include playing the guitar, cooking, and travel.

In Their Own Words

I was nervous about trying psilocybin, but the low-dose art night was such a gentle, joyful introduction. I laughed, painted, and felt connected in a way I hadn’t in years. The setting was so safe and welcoming. I can’t wait to come back.

– Sara L., Portland

The Sacred Mushroom treats mental fitness like a fun group workout for the soul. I’ve been to some of their low-dose sessions and every time I leave lighter, happier, and more in touch with myself.

– Jason M., Beaverton

I booked a deep dive one-on-one session, and it was the most profound, healing experience of my life. The facilitator was deeply supportive, the space felt sacred, and I left with clarity I’ve been seeking for years.

– Amanda R., Palo Alto, CA

The combination of psilocybin, music, and community made me feel more alive than I have in a long time. It’s not just about the mushrooms, it’s about the people and the shared joy.

– David H., Vancouver, WA

I appreciate how The Sacred Mushroom makes psilocybin approachable. It’s not intimidating here, it’s playful, creative, and deeply respectful of the medicine at the same time. I felt completely safe and supported.

– Michelle T., Portland

Mental fitness is real, and these events are proof. After a few sessions, I’ve noticed more ease in my day-to-day life. I’m less stressed, more creative, and more connected to my friends and family.

– Eric W., Lake Oswego

I’ve done both a low-dose group events and a deep dive, and the range of experiences is incredible. The low doses were light and social, perfect for connection, while the deep dive helped me work through some lifelong patterns. This place is a gift to our community

– Renee P., Portland

The moment I walked in, I was blown away by how beautiful the space was. There’s an indoor garden, cozy lounging areas, and even a water fountain that makes the whole place feel like a sanctuary. It’s unlike anything else in Portland.

– Lauren C., Portland

During my full-dose session, I wandered between the music corner, the art space, and the body movement area. It felt like a festival, but indoors and intimate. The views of Portland were stunning, and the vibe was pure magic.

– Kevin B., Boise, ID

I did a deep dive session in one of the incredible one-on-one rooms, and it was like stepping into my own private retreat. The peaceful lighting, adjustable bed, comfortable seating, full wall projection were so thoughtfully designed. The level of care allowed me to fully surrender to the experience

– Maria F., Vancouver, WA

It’s rare to find a place that’s both playful and deeply peaceful. I spent part of the evening painting in the art corner, then relaxing by the water fountain, listening to music drift through the space. It’s a dream environment for exploration.

– Ethan P., Portland

This is more than just a psilocybin center, it’s an experience. The size of the space means you can move between connection and solitude, between laughter and introspection. Every corner invites you to discover a new side of yourself.

– Olivia S., Hillsboro

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Got Questions?

Is psilocybin legal?

The State of Oregon has legalized the administration of psilocybin. It is regulated by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and operated by licensed service centers and facilitators.

Is psilocybin right for everyone?

No. There are some medical and mental health conditions that are not compatible with psilocybin. These include: (1) anyone diagnosed with active psychosis, (2) anyone with epilepsy or another seizure causing condition, (3) anyone taking medications with lithium, (4) anyone who is pregnant, (5) anyone with certain heart conditions, and (6) if you have been considering harming yourself or others.

How do I know what dose is right for me?

The dose (amount of psilocybin consumed) is a function of the purpose of your journey and should be determined in consultation with your facilitator. TSM offers many low-dose and mid-dose events for people seeking less intense experiences.

What type of experience does your facility provide?

The Sacred Mushroom™ offers a supported, supervised experiences in our spacious facility with room to roam, activities to engage, and private spaces for alone time. The experience is catered to your specific needs and wishes, with aspects like sights, sounds, and scents all catered to your preferences.

How is the psilocybin consumed?

Currently, regulations allow for delivery of psilocybin through eating the mushrooms or drinking a hot tea.