The District House (Wed. 01/22 with Nico & Susan Simon)

The District House is a benefit of District216. Come by for a portion or all of the evening, meet amazing members + guests, and interact with speakers on a variety of topics.

Topic: "From Lifestyle Concierge to Psychedelic Concierge. Tales From the Road."

Description: Nico & Susan Simon have spent the last 18 months on the road in their RV vetting over 90 guides for their Psychedelic Concierge service. In this interview, they talk about how their unique experience as Concierges informed them how to vet their guides, what they've learned around what makes a great and safe psychedelic practitioner and the importance of a good match between a seeker and a guide.

When: Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 from 5pm to 9pm (Speaker at 6:30pm)

Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)

Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.

Guests Welcome to purchase $25 tickets (discounted from $50) to The District House evenings.

Note: We will be filming the speaker(s) for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.

Speaker: Nico and Susan Simon, Co-Founders JourneyŌM

Speaker: Nico and Susan Simon, Co-Founders JourneyŌM

Nico Simon is a dedicated advocate for Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (PAT) and a skilled concierge professional with a background in Information Technology. After a successful 25-year career in IT and overcoming personal struggles with complex PTSD, Major Depression, and Panic Attacks, Nico discovered the life-changing potential of PAT in 2019. This led him and his wife Susan, with whom he shares a 30-year marriage and two adult children, to found JourneyŌM, a concierge service focused on connecting PAT seekers with vetted facilitators. Their mission is driven by a commitment to harm reduction and high standards in healing practices, reflecting their vast experience in networking and concierge services, including their involvement in creating the American Express Platinum Concierge program.

Susan Simon's journey is rooted in movement-based artistry and personal healing practices. Her path led her to establish her own Pilates & Yoga studio, where she provided one-on-one guidance to individuals seeking physical and emotional healing through movement. As a witness to Nico's transformational journey in the healing space, Susan recognized the need for a support system for allies to seekers. Her commitment to fostering resilience and understanding among allies is a cornerstone of JourneyŌM 's mission.

Nico and Susan have fully dedicated themselves to the PAT field, even selling their home and traveling across the U.S. in an RV to personally vet guides for their service. Nico’s expertise in IT, combined with his concierge skills and passion for mental health, positions him as a leading figure in the psychedelic therapy space.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

LoDo Studios, 216 East Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, United States