The Sacred Guardians

THE FOUNDERS

The spiritual midwife

Hi. I'm Adrianne.

Facilitator & Founder

"Change your story. Change your life."

Immersed in personal development from an early age, Adrianne Machina is known for her intuitive depth, sharp perception, and trauma-informed coaching lens. Growing up with parents who were cycle breakers in their own right, Adrianne witnessed how generational patterns of depression, addiction, abuse, suicidality, and codependency are both perpetuated and dismantled. Forging her own path, Adrianne’s career led her on adventures all over the world, but it didn’t stop some of the toxic cycles from repeating. Leaving her 20-year marriage was one of the hardest things she ever did; but she learned the biggest lesson of all. We are all responsible for what we allow. And that the obstacles in our life actually represent our opportunities to evolve.

Adrianne is one of those rare individuals that runs into the emotional fire, not to rescue, but to sit with you and to encourage you as you take those first bold to change your life. Her approach is direct, calling you up to be the person you envision yourself to be, while helping you see your journey as one of dignity and courage. Adrianne is a Certified Mindful Integration Coach, a Psychedelic Concierge Practitioner, a Facilitator in the Sunshine Congregation, and a Sacrament Minister in the Entheo Church.

the self-mastery coach

Hi. I'm
Glenn.

Facilitator & Founder

"The greatest rebellion is becoming fully yourself."

Glenn Evans’ life exemplifies what it means to “pull yourself up by your bootstraps”. By age 14, he’d already survived ten years of sexual abuse; six years of living in abject poverty in rural Alaska; four years in foster care; and two suicide attempts. As an adult, he was determined to do better than his parents, and create a good life for himself and his family. He followed the recipe for success, getting the 6-figure career, the beautiful family, the house and the new truck. But no amount of external success or numbing out could suppress the ever-present shame that killed both of his siblings.

After trying literally everything else, ceremonial psychedelics finally provided the road home to his authentic self. Mindfulness, breathwork, and daily practices kept the path clear. As a result, Glenn was able to stop the flashbacks, lose 80+ pounds, and finally find inner peace. Today, he shares what it took (and what it continues to take) to create a meaningful, happy life after so much trauma and turbulence. Glenn studied Positive Intelligence, became a Psychedelic Concierge Practitioner, and joined the National Speakers Association to guide others in overcoming childhood trauma.

THE GUARDIANS

The floating angel

Hi. I'm Joanne.

Facilitator

"What you think about, you bring about."

Sacred Rebels participants call Joanne DeGarimore “the Floating Angel” because of the quiet kindness and gentle energy she brings to the ceremonial space. Her knowledge, life experiences, and passion for the inner work give participants the strength and hope they need to work though difficult experiences. She specializes in working with people who have a history of SSRI or substance abuse issues that block psychedelic receptors. Joanne is a retired chef, who today loves nothing more than holding sacred space along with providing the inner nourishment & love needed for mind, body, and soul to be replenished. Joanne holds a Certification both in harm reduction and as a Psychedelic Concierge Practitioner, as well as Facilitator in the Sunshine Congregation.

The nascar guy

Hi. I'm Jack.

9D Breathwork & Facilitator

"Everything is within you. You just have to trust, believe, and never give up!"

The crash that broke Jack Smith's neck didn't end his NASCAR career. The pain pills his doctor prescribed did. He'd spent his whole life avoiding drugs and alcohol to make it as a professional race car driver, a feat that fewer than 0.1% of people who start racing ever pull off. That one prescription spiraled into full-blown addiction, and everything he'd built came crashing down. Out of that wreckage came a new purpose. Today, Jack helps people get off pharmaceuticals naturally and heal trauma by reconnecting with their bodies through 9D breathwork. He's a certified 9D Breathwork Facilitator, a certified Psychedelic Concierge Practitioner, and owns four Life of Kratom retail stores.

the optimizer

Hi. I'm Kevin.

9D Breathwork & Facilitator

"Freedom is only possible when you have the courage to question everything."

Kevin Kuhn was called from a 30-year career as a corporate executive to step into service with his wife Joanne & the Sacred Rebels Team. Kevin is gifted in making others feel valued and at home and calmly holding space, asking the right questions to guide individuals to their own inner wisdom. As a Certified 9D Breathwork Facilitator, Kevin cultivates the gentle sense of safety that allows participants to go deep. In addition, his sharp eye for detail and operational experience helping to continually optimize the Sacred Rebels retreats & breathwork experiences.

the mama bear

Hi. I'm Betsy.

Facilitator & Wellness Practitioner

“Life is too short not to dance through your storms.”

Betsy Meyer brings a warm, grounding, presence that immediately puts people at ease, allowing them to feel seen and heard without judgement. She leads sessions by following her own intuition. In addition to spaceholding at retreats and in breathwork sessions, Betsy loves working 1:1 with clients to optimize their health. After 30 years in the medical industry as a physical therapist, Betsy has become a big proponent of natural healing practices. She is passionate about nutrition, gentle movement, reducing toxins within the home, and promoting alternative natural remedies. Betsy is an Advanced Bio-Well Practitioner, a massage therapist, and a breathwork facilitator.