BONUS. How Psychedelics Are Redefining Purpose-Driven Careers

If you're mid-career and mid-transition, you're not alone—and you’re not late. In fact, you're right on time. According to a new report from Psychedelics Today, purpose-driven psychedelic careers are not only trending, they're transforming what professional success looks like. In this bonus episode, April Pride interviews David Drapkin, Director of Education at Psychedelics Today and lead on their Vital certification program. The conversation unpacks why people—especially women—are entering the psychedelic space, what kind of work they’re doing, and why almost no one is doing it for the money. Nearly 98% of Vital graduates say financial gain is not their motivator. Instead, they’re choosing healing, service, and a new kind of career alignment—especially women in midlife. Whether you're a therapist, educator, or entrepreneur, this episode offers an inside look at how psychedelics are creating pathways to personal and professional renewal.

🔵 Key Takeaways

-Purpose, not profit: 98.3% of graduates said financial gain was not their main reason for enrolling in Vital’s psychedelic integration training.

-Personal experience fuels career change. 87% had transformative healing experiences that sparked their shift into the psychedelic workforce.

-Women are leading. Two-thirds of Vital students identify as women—many mid-career, seeking more aligned and integrative work.

-Roles go beyond facilitation. Vital grads are working in biotech, media, policy, education, and finance, expanding what purpose-driven psychedelic careers can look like.

-Community and collaboration matter. From underground facilitators to licensed therapists, new legal and ethical models are forming through creative partnerships.

Learn more about this episode, including guests and resources on substack:https://aprilpride.substack.com/p/psychedelic-careers-with-purpose

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