Psychedelic Executive Coaching Has Arrived!
A revolutionary new approach to CEO leadership development.
Our Awake Forward Method for Psychedelic-assisted Executive Coaching enables you
to win both the inner game and outer game of business leadership in record time.
Client Testimonials
Michael’s exceptional experience as both a business coach and transformation coach enables him to integrate every area of life into our sessions. In a recent session we seamlessly wove together resolving a partner conflict, developing new parenting strategies, and better ways to leverage psychedelic-assisted therapy. His holistic approach has my work feeling more integrated, powerful and on target. I highly recommend him!
Serial co-founder / Chairman / InvestorJohn S. Johnson, Harmony Labs 
Since my coaching program, I feel much more in line with my purpose. As a result, my business and I are more aligned and making risky decisions is easier…this has made me a much more effective mentor and leader.
Mike BledsoeCo-founder/CEO of Barbell Shrugged, #1 podcast in iTunes fitness category 
Michael brings in an unusually wide range of techniques and frameworks to his coaching, which I've found extremely helpful. Whether it's been family relationships, business challenges or deep personal work, Michael has shown exceptional empathy for both what I've been going through, as well as the perspective of other people involved in the situation. Michael's superpower of empathy enable him to offer just the right framework or suggestion for many of your challenges. He's also very enthusiastic and makes it fun to work on even the heaviest of issues.
Founding Partner at Lionheart VenturesDavid Langer 
My best day at work was on June 6, 2016, the Monday after my first psychedelic-assisted therapy session. It was my first day as the leader I have always wanted to be – who influences without artifice, listens without prejudice, and speaks from the heart. But it was the coaching that enabled me to integrate this new way of being over time.
Senior manager, Google Neal P. 
I came out the other end of the Peru experience with a newfound clarity on the direction I wanted to take my life and business. As important, with the confidence to take the leap of faith it required.
World renowned artistWarwick Saint - Saint Studio 
I strategically chose to engage with psychedelic-assisted executive coaching four months before raising my seed round. I believed that the combination of psychedelic therapy and executive coaching would put me in top shape for pitching. Mostly I wanted to increase my confidence and inner congruence before starting the raise. The impact far exceeded my expectations and the round is currently oversubscribed!
Founder/CEO of Rimar Capital Itai Liptz 
If you have been wanting an epic journey in the world, while taking an epic journey within, the Peru experience may be your ticket home.
Nisha MoodleyFounder, Fierce, Fabulous and Free 
I choose psychedelic-assisted therapy to get insights into the behavior patterns that were holding me back. The masterful integration with my executive coaching after the fact enabled the results to surpass all my expectations.
E.I.Ex-military, and co-founder of an 8-figure manufacturing business 
The program fundamentally changed the way I lead for the better by resolving the root cause of my need to micro-manage.
Founder & CEO of AirhelpHenrik Zillmer 
I’d never used psychedelics before so when Michael suggested that psychedelic-assisted therapy in conjunction with our executive coaching would accelerate my professional development I was shocked. After learning more about it I took his advice and I am glad that I did! The results far exceeded my expectations.
Finance ExecutiveSan Francisco 
Micheal and I worked together as he coached me through one of the most demanding periods of my entrepreneurial career. Micheal has a unique ability to connect at a very deep personal level. He helped me address some of the most pressing issues right away. During our meetings, Michael provided me with immediately useful tools as well as with a medium-term leadership development plan. Our work together allowed me to achieve an even more functional and productive relationship with my co-founders and my team, unlocking potential that had yet to be realized. Micheal’s experience and leadership style proved invaluable in helping me be the best CEO I could be. Even after our program was over, he remained a close mentor, friend, and advisor.
Co-Founder & CEO Travel NutsFede Menapace 
As the CEO of a venture-backed start-up, I need to make sure that every dollar and every hour spent by me and my team is put to good use. I estimate the time and money spent with Michael saved us at least 1000x his price in potential mistakes. The cost of handling tough situations badly for startup founders can be deadly, and when I had a situation that I know needed to be handled with the utmost integrity and care, I relied on Michael to help me and my co-founders find the right path for us. It was frictionless and everyone ended up far better than we started. I'm grateful for Michael's influence and leadership. *Don't Try To Do It Alone* When you can have a resource like Michael at your side / having your back, it would be insane not to take advantage of it.
Co-Founder & CEO, Outbound WorksBryan Franklin 
Nothing has accelerated my learning curve faster than the time I was in an executive coaching engagement with Michael.
His ability to recognize behavioral patterns and empathetically coach entrepreneurs is truly superhuman. Michael is also an expert system implementer, he gave me many mental models to view my challenges through.
I highly recommend Michael for entrepreneurs who are serious about leveling up their personal and professional game.
CEO, The Bazaar, Inc.Bradley Nardick 
An integral part of founder life is weeding through the myriad opportunities to work with consultants, guides, mentors, and advisors of every variety. I heard about Michael through an existing relationship and took a leap of faith. After having worked with him for going on 5 months my only advice, if you're considering hiring him, is to proceed with abandon. He is capable, connected, and heartfully vested.
Co-founder & CEO at OtomoKhellar Crawford 
"As co-founder of a startup that has grown from 40 to 140 people over the last two years my role and challenges are constantly changing. Where Michael helps me the most is understanding where I want to be, what I can do and where I need support as my role shifts. There’s lots I can say about our work over the last two years but one thing that comes to mind is I appreciate how Michael turned one of my personality quirks that my co-founders complained about - my habit of being reactive and seeing situations in black and white, into a strength they now appreciate. Now I know how to find the gray, and I choose the black and white reaction when it is the best response to get the job done."
Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer, TauliaMarkus Ament 
Michael was integral in providing me a great re-frame around MONEY and how I allocate my time and energy in relation to financial realities.
This was super helpful and I can see how he uses all of his various skills and interests (including spirituality and even 'shamanism') in his approach to coaching modern-day entrepreneurs.
I can't recommend Michael enough. His style aims at going to the root cause issues of what might be holding you (me) back and it is definitely time well spent to be in his field.
Founder & CEO at The AmplifieldTodd Jason 
I am so grateful for my experience in Peru. It was the pinnacle of experiential learning for me. I found it profound and healing, both physically and emotionally. Previously I had self-doubt clouded my vision. Today that is no longer the case!
Serial CEO, Founder & Investor Eric Neuner 
Welcome!
I’m Michael, a former tech startup founder, now a coach and advisor to some of Silicon Valley’s most talented business leaders. Since leaving my company, I have clocked more than 10,000 hours of one-on-one coaching sessions.
After more than a decade of research and development, I have created a new executive coaching method. It’s called “the Awake Forward Method,” and yes, it includes therapeutic psychedelic sessions in combination with executive coaching.
While the use of therapeutic psychedelics may be the most surprising aspect of the Awake Forward Method, it’s only part of the recipe that delivers breakthrough results.
A next-level approach to accelerated leadership development, the Awake Forward Method combines these key ingredients to deliver exceptional results.
- Six months of executive coaching with a master coach
- A formal 360 review process using the Saturn SLI instrument
- Behavioral change sessions with an NLP master
- Therapeutic psychedelic sessions with a master guide
These elements, artfully woven together over 6 months, yield results far beyond what conventional executive coaching can provide.
Are you ready to take your life and business to the next level?
Feature articles on our psychedelic-assisted programs are found in these magazines.
Psychedelic-assisted Executive Coaching
The Awake Forward Method combines executive coaching best practices, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) sessions, and therapeutic psychedelic sessions. These professional practices, which are artfully woven together over a 6-month program, yield truly exceptional results in record time.
The Peru Ayahuasca Mastermind Program
This program is the fastest way to advance your professional and personal development. Join a carefully curated group of entrepreneurs for a 3-month mastermind program that includes a trip to Peru to experience a series of life-changing ayahuasca ceremonies. While there, you will also visit the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu or the Amazon jungle.
The Alumni Group Coaching Program
After completing one of our coaching programs, you are eligible to join our ongoing Alumni Group Coaching Program. This group of vetted peers will provide you with expert advice and game-changing introductions, as well as support your professional development.