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About Me

Hi! I am Gwen Sandefur, the Founder and CEO of both Loud Minds and Minds Quest. You can read more about me professionally on the Loud Minds website. 


Here I'm pleased to announce an exciting addition to my Executive Life Coaching practice, Psilocybin-Assisted Coaching. As a licensed Psilocybin Facilitator in Oregon, I’m now equipped to offer a powerful, transformative approach to personal and professional growth. This innovative option allows us to collaboratively address some of the deeper challenges many individuals encounter, including self-imposed obstacles, blind spots, imposter syndrome, and a disconnection from both relationships and one's own body and life purpose. 


Whether you're facing a significant career transition, struggling with confidence, or trying to navigate the impacts of chronic stress, anxiety, trauma, or addiction, my mission is to support you on your journey. I genuinely believe in the power of this work—facilitating clarity and healing to enhance your life’s path.  And who doesn’t need a bit of that in their life right now?


My Psilocybin-assisted coaching takes place in a licensed service center in Oregon, where you'll embark on a transformative journey in a safe and supportive environment. This unique personal development experience invites you to explore your inner insights while fostering emotional growth every step of the way. With my extensive training and compassionate approach, you will receive personalized coaching tailored specifically to your individual goals and needs. This process not only enhances self-awareness but also promotes profound healing and overall well-being.  


I look forward to embarking on this journey together, helping you unlock your potential and cultivate a deeper connection with yourself and your purpose!

What distinguishes Minds Quest Psilocybin-Assisted Coaching?

CERTIFICATIONS and LICENSURE

  • Coaching Certification Program, Hudson Institute of Coaching, 2020;
  • Coaching Supervision Academy (CSA) Accredited Coaching Supervisor, 2022;  
  • Also Certified by: International Coaching Federation (PCC); Gallup Certified Strengths Coach; Leadership Circle practitioner – Leadership Circle Profile and Manager Edition; Health and Well-being Coach, Wellcoaches; National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC); Erotic Blueprint ™ Coach;
  • AND in 2025 . . . Licensed Psilocybin Facilitator, Oregon Health Authority.


As the only licensed Psilocybin Facilitator of the Loud Minds and Minds Quest practices, I am excited to share my journey and the vision behind our transformative initiatives. My career as a dynamic Healthcare Executive has been devoted to enhancing healthcare systems on both national and regional levels. With extensive experience in strategy and operations, I have made it my mission to drive positive change across the industry.


In 2020, I shifted my focus to coaching and consulting, realizing the profound impact of integrating professional and personal development for healthcare executives and clinical leaders. This passion led to my founding of Loud Minds, a practice specializing in Executive Lifestyle coaching and consulting for healthcare executives and leaders. There, I guide clients—executives, physicians, women, and entrepreneurs—on their journeys toward balanced transformation, emphasizing the vital importance of health in every facet of life.  I am pleased that Loud Minds now offers Intimacy and Relationship coaching, further demonstrating our commitment to holistic client care. This extension allows us to address the complexities of personal and professional relationships, facilitating deeper connections and growth.


Alongside Loud Minds, I proudly introduce Minds Quest here, our sister company dedicated to elevating the coaching field through offering innovative workshops and retreats for individuals, couples and groups.  


Among our exciting offerings is the inclusion of Psilocybin-assisted Coaching, available to all clients of Loud Minds and Minds Quest. This groundbreaking initiative provides a supportive environment for clients and those referred by trained professionals.

For referring Coaches and Medical Professionals

At Minds Quest, Psilocybin-assisted Coaching is tailored to facilitate transformative experiences while ensuring a comprehensive support system through Post-Integration Coaching Supervision. This specialized service extends to coaches and other referring medical professionals—equipping them with the necessary tools and resources to enhance each client's reintegration process after their Psilocybin dosing day and subsequent post-integration sessions.  I firmly believe in the principle that collaboration is essential. Our approach at Minds Quest empowers both clients and their support networks, paving the way for a more holistic and supportive journey towards personal growth and healing.


This initiative stems from my dedication to empowering coaches and healthcare professionals. Recognizing the vital role of integration, I advocate for incorporating Coaching Supervision into the process. This ensures that referring professionals can better support their clients, fostering deeper connections and facilitating meaningful transformations. My ultimate goal is to create a nurturing network that enhances the effectiveness of all professional improvement practices, helping coaches and medical professionals to thrive while allowing clients to undergo profound personal growth.


In summary, my commitment to innovation and support in both healthcare and coaching is unwavering. I invite you to join me on this mission to empower individuals in their journeys toward health, balance, and professional success. Together, we can cultivate and expand the vibrant communities of Loud Minds and Minds Quest to optimize support of our mutual clients.

background

As I reflect on my journey, it becomes clear why I am passionate about offering Psilocybin-assisted transformation options to each Loud Minds and Minds Quest package. Growing up in a small town, I witnessed firsthand the profound effects of mental health challenges, particularly through my mother's struggles with bipolar disorder, multiple personality disorders, and her ongoing battle with codependency. These experiences deeply shaped my perspective and ignited a commitment within me to dedicate my life to helping others navigate their mental and emotional landscapes.


For many years, I worked within the traditional healthcare industry, where I focused on integrating mental, emotional, and spiritual health into the care provided. I felt driven to make a difference and bring about change in a system that often overlooks the holistic elements of well-being. However, as I achieved what I could within that framework, I found myself drawn towards coaching. This path allowed me to assist individuals seeking balance amidst the chaos of anxiety, work-life balance, and career progression.


Now, through the programs and services offered by Minds Quest, I am able to delve into the "undiscussables" that often hold individuals back—issues like intimacy in relationships, chronic anxiety, depression, and the addictions that often stem from trauma and chronic stress. With the optional integration of Psilocybin-assisted transformation into every package, I am so pleased to offer a unique opportunity for healing and growth that was not available to my mother during her lifetime.

I am genuinely excited to partner with you on your journey towards transformation. Together, we can explore new pathways to healing that may lead to profound and lasting change in your life.

PSILOCYBIN-RELATED RESOURCES

▶︎ Oregon Psilocybin Services - What are Psilocybin Services? | Oregon Health Authority


▶︎ Psilocybin for Mental Health and Addiction: What You Need To Know | NCCIH


▶︎ U.S. veterans with PTSD take a psychedelic journey in Mexico | 60 Minutes


▶︎ A Woman's Journey - Clinical Treatment with Psilocybin | John Hopkins University


▶︎ The “Heroic Dose” of Psychedelics, According to Johns Hopkins | Dr. Matthew Johnson


▶︎ Oprah and Harvard Professor Share How Psychedelics Are Actually Healing | The Oprah Podcast

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