Bill is an experienced meditation and integration coach, serving clients globally, both in-person and online. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University and has studied contemplative sciences at Naropa University. Bill has thirteen years of expertise as a meditation instructor and has studied and practiced Tibetan Buddhism for over thirty years.

In 2012, Bill co-founded the AMP Training Method, combining physical training methodology with hands-on instruction in contemplative practice. He continues providing training to Navy SEALs, Special Forces Veterans, professional athletes, firefighters and law enforcement personnel. Bill’s work at The Wisdom dojo since 2021 has focused on post-psychedelic treatment, where he has developed a customized, in-depth program that uses more advanced traditional meditation techniques to help clients integrate their experiences.

Bill is lead instructor and training supervisor at both The Wisdom dojo and Vajra Ocean. Bill’s user-friendly approach to teaching developed from his time as a bodybuilder and personal trainer in Indiana, and his enthusiasm for helping clients define, refine, and realize their individual goals. His practical, interactive coaching style drives his commitment to helping Ocean trainees integrate their psychedelic-assisted treatement through meditation practice and community engagement. 

Nancy holds a degree in Eastern Religions from Yale University and a master’s in contemplative psychology. She is a psychotherapist specializing in children, families, and seniors. She founded and managed an eight-bed residential assisted living and end-of-life care home in Colorado. Nancy remains a dedicated advocate for senior rights to in-home hospice care and human rights to outpatient mental health services.

Currently, Nancy serves as a mediator in family, civil, and consumer disputes. She helps mentor new mediatiors, assists clients at their District Court cases on the Big Island of Hawai'i, and mediates both online and in-person. Her work as a psychotherapist and mediator adds much to the Ocean's community. She founded our Community Board with Stephanie Bryce and Amanda Burrill, and launched our weekly Community Sitting Practice. 

Nancy has studied and practiced Buddhism for over four decades. At Vajra Ocean, she facilitates meditation integration programs for individuals following psychedelic treatment, with an emphasis on the critical importance of post-treatment support and ongoing contemplative practice.

Jake is a certified meditation instructor, scientific researcher, and integration specialist. Jake has taught meditation since 2015. He has a degree in contemplative neuroscience from Colby College, and has published research on meditation and psychedelics. He conducted studies with highly-practiced meditators in India and Nepal, and continues to be involved in neuroscience studies while coaching and facilitating groups at Vajra Ocean.

At Mindbloom, Inc., Jake guided over 400 clients through an eight-week ketamine program including post-treatment support. He also played a key role in building Mindbloom’s operational infrastructure and authored their official training program for new guides. Jake's work at Mindbloom informs his contributions at The Ocean, where he helps us grow a strong community. He continues his work at an international Buddhist organization, coordinating events at their Wisconsin location. Jake brings his fresh, informed coaching style to our Vajra Ocean community.

Integration Specialist

Max is a second-generation Tibetan Buddhist practitioner with fifteen years of dedicated meditation practice and study.

He has a particular interest in Buddhist philosophy and logic, and has participated extensively in study programs and retreats. Professionally trained as a sound recordist, Max helps lead the audiovisual team responsible for the live transmission, recording and preservation of meditation teachings within his community.

In 2023 he became certified to teach Fundamentals of Mediation. Max supports our team and helps us apply traditional meditation philosophy and approaches to effective post-psychedelic contemplative practice.

With his vast understanding of and experience with Buddhist practice, Max leads our contemplative education team. He is creating dynamic study programs to supplement a daily meditation practice. 

Amanda, Stephanie, and Nancy are the inaugural members of our newly established Community Board. Our aim is to foster connections among participants within our emerging community. 

Integrating insights from a medicine journey involves mutual support: listening to and sharing experiences, building friendships with fellow travelers, giving and receiving peer support, practicing meditation together, and learning more advanced techniques.

Steph, Amanda and Nancy are helping shape Vajra Ocean's community into a circle of support for everyone, from those newly navigating their integration journey to experienced individuals seeking deeper understanding and growth.