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The Pearl Psychedelic Institute

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The Pearl Institute is a nonprofit that aims to bring cutting edge, trauma informed care into mainstream practice through research, treatment, and training while bridging the barriers to patient access. We do not support sales and distribution of illegal substances and will remove posts and comments providing such information and ban the poster from the site.

05/13/2026

Our Integration Director, Jackie Dobrinska, is offering the gift of integration to our virtual community! ✨

Ketamine and psychedelic experiences can open the door. Integration is how you walk through it. Our NEW Integration Circle is a weekly, facilitated space to reflect,
process, and make meaning of what’s come up in your journey. Each 75-minute session includes writing, reflection, small group sharing, and a closing practice to help you carry the work into your week.

Open to anyone navigating integration after a journey of any kind.

🗓️Thursdays 12:00-1:15PM EST
📍Zoom
💵 Donation Based (suggested $20)

Click the link to complete the sign up form and we will see you online! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iYEqYC7Im1lzkG6G1RDMbkE2QW04tfBkoPvMcHpDj_g/viewform?ts=69c3e40a&edit_requested=true

05/12/2026

We’re honored to celebrate the legacy of Dr. David Nichols in Chapel Hill on May 20th! With some special surprise guests this is an event you don’t want to miss.
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The evening includes a screening of Chemistry & Consciousness from The Pearl Institute’s Psychedelic Biography Series, followed by a live conversation reflecting on his groundbreaking work and its impact on the future of psychedelic science and culture.
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This is more than an event: it’s a chance to reflect on the roots of a movement and where it’s headed next.

🗓 May 20
🕡 Doors at 6:30 PM | Film at 7:00 PM
📍 The Lumina Theater
🎟 Link in bio to reserve your seat

05/07/2026

Please join us in welcoming Adam Artley, LCSW, LCAS to the Pearl team! 💛

With years of experience supporting individuals navigating addiction, PTSD, anxiety, and depression, Adam brings both clinical expertise and genuine compassion to his role as a therapist. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Appalachian State University before later obtaining his Master of Social Work from Western Carolina University. Over the past six years, Adam has served individuals across Western North Carolina, helping clients build practical skills that support meaningful and lasting change.

Adam takes a person-centered, collaborative approach to care and is passionate about supporting individuals through growth and healing over time. His thoughtful and grounded presence makes him a wonderful addition to our team and community.

Outside of his clinical work, Adam enjoys disc golf, jogging, basketball, spending time with his dog Oz, and playing board games.

Welcome to Pearl, Adam! ✨💛

05/06/2026

Mark your calendars!

The 5th Annual Gathering of the Pearl will be returning to on Thursday September 10th for an evening of community, connection, and support for The Pearl Institute.

More information coming soon, subscribe to our newsletter and follow to stay up to date!

05/05/2026

We’d like to highlight and thank for the beautiful work they did creating the stage design for our Bicycle Day Symposium and hosting an unforgettable after party!

A big thank you to for the beautiful backdrop that set the tone for this incredible space.

The atmosphere and energy for this event harmonized perfectly with the set up they created. We are so grateful for the connection and support has offered the Pearl and look forward to many more creations together! 🧡

05/04/2026

Have you seen our latest newsletter? Make sure to subscribe to our newsletter to keep up with all things Pearl and what’s new with psychedelic-assisted- therapy.

Go to our website to subscribe and read our latest newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/fc7f2f413f43/bicycle-day-2026-recap

05/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at last night to dance and celebrate Bob Weir and the Grateful Dead’s legacy! Our hearts are full after shaking on shakedown street and singing along to “Eyes of the World” with this community.

Until next time 🤍

04/30/2026

Did you know you can sign up for our Introduction to Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) didactic trainings on its own and earn continuing education credits? There’s only a couple spots left for our May didactic training!

Curious about KAP but not ready to dive into the experiential side? Good news: our didactic trainings are a perfect way to learn, no personal participation required.

Tap the link in our bio to explore upcoming events & trainings and secure your spot today, spaces are limited!

04/29/2026

A look back at our last Grateful Dead Dance Party a couple years ago at ! We can’t wait to see everyone decked out in their favorite tie-dye on Friday to boogie in celebration and remembrance of Bob Weir.

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🗓️ Friday May 1st @ 8PM
💵 Suggested $11 Donation

We will be playing the entire audio and visual of the June 14,1991 show from RFK Stadium!

See you there! ✨

04/28/2026

Our newest blog post dives deep into integration, it’s important within the psychedelic-assisted-therapy process, and the role therapeutic support can play.

A perfect read to learn more about integration before joining virtual integration group. Join us Thursdays at 12:00pm EST to connect and integration your own experiences in a supportive container.

Read the full blog: https://www.pearlpsychedelicinstitute.org/post/the-role-of-integration-in-kap-turning-insights-into-lasting-change

sign up for the donation based virtual integration group! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1iYEqYC7Im1lzkG6G1RDMbkE2QW04tfBkoPvMcHpDj_g/edit?usp=sharing_eip&ts=69c3e40a

04/27/2026

We’re still glowing from such a special night ✨

Grateful to for hosting “A Pearl Evening with Bicycle Day Speakers Honoring Dave Nichols” last Saturday. It was a beautiful opportunity to gather, reflect, and connect in such an elegant space.

We’re also deeply grateful to the Hefter Research Institute for their support in making the evening possible.

And thank you to Liza Becker for capturing the magic 📸

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55 Academy Street
Waynesville, NC
28786

Website

https://www.pearlpsychedelicinstitute.org/

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