Beyond the Dose

Is divorce the end or the beginning of something new? In this episode of Beyond the Dose, Michelle Harrell sits down with divorce coach Gwendoline Van Doosselaere to explore the deeper emotional and spiritual journey of divorce and how it can become a powerful catalyst for transformation, healing, and identity shift. Together, they unpack what it really means to move through divorce with intention...

What does it really take to build a business when you’re scared, uncertain, and facing setbacks? In this episode of Beyond the Dose , Michelle Harrell sits down with entrepreneur Tralice Lewis, founder of Callie’s Custom Wigs, to explore the powerful intersection of entrepreneurship, faith, and legacy . Tralice shares how her business was inspired by honoring her mother, and how that purpose carri...

Grief changes everything, but what if it could also transform the way we live, love, and heal? In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell welcomes back Dr. Tiffany Ryan to share her personal journey through grief after the loss of her son. They explore healing, acceptance, and the complex emotional landscape of loss and how even the most painful experiences can lead to profound pers...

Financial stress affects millions of people and can impact far more than your bank account. It influences your mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell speaks with financial coach Sarah Van Hoose about overcoming debt, building financial awareness, and creating a path toward financial freedom. Sarah shares her personal journey...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell welcomes Jenna Kluwe to discuss her new venture, Nature's Path Wellness Collective. Jenna shares her vision of creating a holistic community that supports both practitioners and clients in their healing journeys. The conversation explores the importance of integration in wellness, the need for a collaborative approach to care, and the vario...

In this deeply personal episode of Beyond the Dose, Michelle Harrell shares the story of her unexpected faith journey from being a vocal non-believer to developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Between 2014 and 2019, a series of life-altering events — divorce, job loss, relocation, and profound uncertainty led Michelle into a season of searching. What began as a mental health and pers...

What happens when traditional treatments aren’t enough for trauma? In this episode of Beyond the Dose , Michelle Harrell sits down with Michelle Orr to discuss the life-changing work of Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS) — a nonprofit providing safe, legal psychedelic therapy options for veterans and their spouses. Together, they explore the realities many veterans face after service, i...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell speaks with female libido specialist Elena Rossi about the complexities of female sexuality, the importance of safety in relationships, and the role of body work in trauma healing. They discuss how societal norms have shaped women's experiences with sex, the significance of self-discovery, and the ongoing journey of healing. The conversatio...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell speaks with Unitarian Universalist minister and former client Chris Jimmerson to explore how grief, psilocybin, and surrender can transform the human spirit. Chris opens up about the loss of his life partner, how a guided psychedelic journey helped him reconnect with God and love, and how that moment of surrender shifted his faith, purpose,...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell speaks with Tracey Tee, founder of Moms on Mushrooms (MOM) to explore how psychedelics are transforming mental health for mothers. Tracey opens up about her personal journey, the evolution of the MOM platform, and the growing movement of mothers who are healing and reclaiming their inner peace through sacred medicine.   Together, they talk...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell welcomes founder of Abundance Doula, Miara Danae, for a deeply moving conversation about birth, healing and the parallels between motherhood and the psychedelic journey. As a new mother, Miara shares how her own birth experience inspired her to become a doula and how the nature of childbirth mirrors the breakthroughs found in psilocybin.  ...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell sits down with Dr. Lauren Alderfer, an award-winning mindfulness author, educator and microdosing coach for a conversation about navigating life, death and everything in between. Dr. Alderfer shares how her lifelong meditation practice led her into the world of psychedelics and how mindfulness and microdosing can work together as tools for...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell welcomes Henry Winslow, a yoga teacher, newsletter creator, and founder of Tricycle Day to talk about finding purpose through psychedelics. Henry opens up about his transformative experience and how it led him from yoga practice to psychedelic advocacy, and community building.    Together, they explore: ✅ How yoga laid the foundation for H...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose, host Michelle Harrell welcomes Jenna Kluwe to talk about borderline personality disorder (BPD) and psilocybin-assisted therapy. Jenna, a wellness counselor for more than 15 years, shares how psychedelics can be transformative for people with BPD.   Together, they explore: ✅ What borderline personality disorder really is ✅ The five types of dysregulation at the...

In this powerful episode of Beyond the Dose , host Michelle Harrell sits down with author Alex Abraham to discuss his deeply personal journey of healing from childhood trauma using psychedelic-assisted therapy. Alex shares how years of unexplained physical pain led him to uncover repressed memories of abuse, and how MDMA, psilocybin, and other therapeutic modalities helped him process and heal. To...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose , host Michelle Harrell sits down with Anne Hamilton—lawyer, professor, filmmaker, and founder of the Survivorship Collective , a nonprofit dedicated to supporting cancer patients and survivors through legal, safe, and guided psilocybin therapy. Anne shares her personal journey from being a litigator and filmmaker to being diagnosed with Stage 3C breast cancer, a...

In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Dose , host Michelle Harrell sits down with Renee Anderson , also known as Wild Oregon Girl , to explore her incredible journey of resilience, mental health advocacy, and purpose-driven living. Renee shares her schizoaffective diagnosis , her battle with psychosis, and how she found stability through a dual-diagnosis rehab program . She also opens up about h...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose , host Michelle Harrell explores the journey of finding purpose in life. She shares her personal story of transitioning from a high-profile corporate career to a more fulfilling path, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, redefining success, and embracing struggles as a gateway to growth. Michelle outlines four key steps to uncovering your purpose: ✅ Le...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose , host Michelle Harrell provides a comprehensive overview of Oregon's legal psilocybin program. From the passing of Measure 109 to the five key license types—including manufacturers, labs, service centers, facilitators, and workers—Michelle breaks down everything you need to know about how the program works. Learn how psilocybin is grown, tested, and consumed leg...

In this powerful episode of Beyond the Dose , we sit down with Shi Choong, an immigrant from Malaysia whose incredible journey of survival, self-discovery, and courage will inspire anyone seeking purpose and self-love. She shares her remarkable story of raising her siblings alone at 15, navigating life as a non-English speaking student in the U.S., overcoming trauma, and ultimately pivoting from a...

In this deeply moving episode of Beyond the Dose , we sit down with Dr. Tiffany Ryan—PhD, MSW, LMT, and founder of YoMassage—to discuss the unimaginable loss of her son to suicide and the powerful journey of healing that followed. Tiffany opens up about navigating grief, embracing radical acceptance, and reshaping her relationship with her son beyond the physical world. She shares how she's turnin...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose , host Michelle Harrell sits down with Dr. Karin Calde, a therapist-turned-relationship coach and practicing psilocybin facilitator. Together, they explore the challenges and transitions that midlife couples face, from empty nesting to career shifts, menopause, and evolving relationship dynamics. Karin shares insights on the Energy Leadership Index and how unders...

In this episode of Beyond the Dose , host Michelle Harrell shares her deeply personal journey from corporate burnout and personal struggles to healing, transformation, and purpose. After 18 years in the Netherlands, a high-powered career, and raising two daughters, Michelle found herself at a breaking point—burnt out, unfulfilled, and searching for answers. She opens up about her unexpected spirit...

Welcome to the first episode of Beyond the Dose ! In this debut episode, we dive into a topic that hits close to home: burnout. With 80% of employees at risk of burnout in 2025, managing stress is more important than ever. Join me as we uncover: What burnout really is and its warning signs. The alarming statistics about stress and mental health in America. Practical tools to combat burnout and rec...