Over the past 10 years, Sam has developed a strong connection with the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin. Discovering the efficacy of this tool in her own healing journey with grief and loss, she was inspired to educate herself on the deeper therapeutic potential of psychedelics, ultimately leading her to work in Oregon’s legal psilocybin industry since its birth in 2023 as one of Bendable’s first employees.

Understanding the importance of trauma-informed work and the need for ongoing integration in the world of psychedelic-resourced therapy, Sam was inspired to pursue her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and is currently seeing clients as she works toward becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor.

When not holding or curating spaces at work (Sam designed the Bendable Services cottage), she enjoys spending time in nature and especially enjoying a cold plunge in the Deschutes whenever possible.

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Josh Goldstein is a licensed facilitator with decades of experience working in therapeutic spaces. He is the father of two children, a native Oregonian, and a deep believer in the healing powers of nature. Josh received his master’s in education from the University of Oregon and spent 20 years as a lead educator in various educational and therapeutic spaces, most recently as the principal of a girl’s therapeutic boarding school. Josh is deeply committed to helping people find their inner healing potential.

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Amanda is the executive director and co-founder of Bendable Therapy. Amanda spent 15 years working in youth-serving agencies as a well-respected leader with a focus on community mental health and well-being. Amanda is a graduate of Innertrek and is also in the final stages of completing a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health, where her focus is adult populations with a specialty in crisis and trauma counseling.

Amanda is the executive director and co-founder of Bendable Therapy. Amanda spent 15 years workin... Read More

Brooke has years of experience working with women as a doula and birth center patient advocate. She is currently in the process of completing a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health with a focus on crisis and trauma. Brooke has a heart for people and their mental health. She has worked many years doing what she can to help raise awareness and support people in their mental health journey.

Brooke has years of experience working with women as a doula and birth center patient advocate. ... Read More

River (she/her) is a graduate of the SoundMind Institute and training program. She has twelve years of experience working in mental health in a variety of roles and she believes deeply in the potential of natural medicines to nurture and expand the individual and collective psyches. She is invested in providing compassionate, individualized support for folks exploring and healing with psilocybin.

River is also a harm reduction worker, integration specialist, and peer supporter as a supervisor with Fireside Project. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Oregon State University with a focus on Cognitive Science and Developmental Psychology, and she is currently a research associate in clinical trials for psilocybin—and MDMA-assisted psychotherapies for PTSD and substance use disorders.

When she isn’t working in mental health, you can find her building her off-grid permaculture community in the high desert, kayaking, or exploring the forests and coastlines of the Pacific Northwest with her three dogs.

River (she/her) is a graduate of the SoundMind Institute and training program. She has twelve yea... Read More

Ryan Reid is a co-founder of Bendable Therapy and also a licensed facilitator. Ryan has been at the forefront of Oregon’s legal movement, contributing to the early adoption and establishment of two of the first licensed service centers within the state. Originally an engineer, Ryan combines his analytical skills with those of his meditation practice and mindfulness practices.

Ryan Reid is a co-founder of Bendable Therapy and also a licensed facilitator. Ryan has been at ... Read More