How the Wayfinder Psychedelic Collective Was Born: Origin Story Part II

In this episode, Joi is joined by a very special co-host and dear friend: Kristen, the quiet visionary and spark behind the Wayfinder Psychedelic Collective (WPC). If Episode 1 was our seedling story, today’s conversation is about how that seed took root and became something real. This is Origin Story: Part II — a tale of alignment, courage, and finding each other through the medicine.Kristen shares how burnout from corporate life opened the door to coaching, eventually leading her to Martha Beck’s program thanks to a book recommendation (Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle). There, she met Anahí, and together they began a trauma-healing journey that led them to psychedelics—despite having no prior experience and a shared dislike of “losing control.”We talk about:The power of trust and intention: How they chose to pursue a legal retreat and realized what mattered most was who would hold space.The spark of resonance: Kristen’s search for “Wayfinder + psychedelics” led her to Joi’s podcast... and an instant connection was made.Our journeys across Ohio, Florida, Mexico, North Carolina, and soon Costa Rica.The way this work keeps drawing soul-aligned people together, including the magical moment Joi introduced Kristen to Sam, which helped complete the trio that is now at the heart of WPC.Kristen reflects on how Joi’s grounded presence during her early journeys gave her the safety and support she needed to fully surrender. She shares how it felt to co-facilitate with Joi, and how these shared experiences deepened both her healing and sense of purpose.We also chat about:Kristen’s current training in somatic coaching and how it weaves beautifully into psychedelic support workHer vision for the podcast, including playful ideas like the Magic Corner, Connection Corner, and a Psychedelic Book Club (yes, we brainstorm on-air!)Whether you’re just discovering WPC or have been along for the ride since day one, this episode is an invitation into the soul of our origin: three women who followed the threads of curiosity, healing, and friendship—into something much bigger than themselves.