In this episode, Kyle sits down with Adrian, a longtime Altered States Wellness member whose personal wellness journey led him somewhere he never expected becoming the owner of our newest location in The Colony, Texas.

Adrian spent years in the high pressure world of cyber security. On the outside, everything looked successful. But on the inside, the stress was stacking up. He turned to wellness tools like PEMF and red light therapy to help manage the overwhelm, and little by little he felt himself coming back to life. What started as self-care quickly became something bigger.

Soon his home looked like a mini recovery studio, and friends and family were stopping by for sessions. The more he shared these tools, the more he realized how much he wanted to help people feel better in a deeper, more intentional way.

That spark led him straight to Altered States Wellness.

In this episode you will hear
• how burnout pushed Adrian to reevaluate his path
• the moment he realized he wanted to open his own studio
• what it looks like to transition from customer to owner
• the excitement behind bringing Altered States Wellness to The Colony
• why wellness can be the beginning of an entirely new chapter

Whether you are dreaming about opening your own studio, wanting an inside look at the franchise process, or simply excited about what is coming to The Colony, this conversation is full of inspiration, honesty, and the kind of real life transformation that reminds you anything is possible.

🎧 Tune in and hear how one customer followed his passion all the way into ownership and a brand new future.

Learn more about franchise opportunities here: https://alteredstateswellness.com/franchise

In this episode, Kyle takes you inside one of the most underrated wellness practices out there: float therapy. If you have ever wondered what actually happens in a float tank, why people swear by it, or how something so simple can feel so transformational, this is the perfect place to start.

Float therapy allows your brain and body to experience a rare kind of stillness. Warm saltwater supports your weight, stimulation drops away, and your nervous system gets a chance to breathe. Kyle breaks down the science behind brainwaves, stress hormones, magnesium, and the deep reset your body gets when gravity finally lets go.

Inside the episode, you will learn
• what float therapy is and how it works
• what happens in your brain when stimulation disappears
• the physical benefits for muscles, pain, inflammation, and recovery
• the mental and emotional benefits backed by research
• what a session actually feels like from start to finish
• why floating can help even if meditation feels impossible

If you have been curious about trying a float session or want to understand the science behind why it helps so many people sleep better, feel calmer, and think more clearly, this episode will give you everything you need to know.

Settle in, press play, and let Kyle guide you into the world of weightlessness and deep rest.

Ready to book? Visit https://alteredstateswellness.com

Float therapy is changing the way we think about mental health. In this episode of Altered States Unplugged, Kyle sits down with Dr. Justin Feinstein, clinical neuropsychologist and founder of the Float Research Collective, to explore how floating impacts the brain, reduces anxiety, and helps people heal from trauma.

Dr. Feinstein shares insights from his groundbreaking Maui Calm Project, where he and his team are offering float therapy to survivors of the Maui wildfires. You'll hear how floating calms the nervous system, what the latest research is revealing, and why this practice could become a mainstream tool for mental health care.

Whether you are curious about float therapy, passionate about wellness, or searching for new ways to reduce stress and improve mental health, this conversation is a must-watch.

✨ Ready to experience the benefits of floating yourself? Book a float session with us at Altered States Wellness and discover the power of true calm: https://alteredstateswellness.com

Red light therapy is everywhere right now—but what does it actually do? And how do you know if it's worth the hype?

In this kickoff episode of our new Expert Series, we sit down with Robin Kuehne, CEO and co-founder of NEO Science, to talk all things red light therapy. Robin has spent years developing cutting-edge red light devices used in clinics, wellness studios, and by high-performance athletes—and he's here to break down the real science behind the glow.

We cover how red light works at the cellular level, what to look for in a quality device, and how it can support everything from better sleep and skin to reduced inflammation, muscle recovery, and overall performance.

Whether you've never tried it or you've been using it for years, this episode will help you understand the why behind the red light—and how to get the most out of it.

🎧 Tune in now to learn from one of the top experts in the field.

Every studio has a story and today, we're introducing you to the people behind our newest one.

In this episode of Altered States Unplugged, we're sitting down with Justin Kennington and Jamie Allison, the owner and general manager of our upcoming Vintage Park location in Houston. This isn't just about construction timelines and studio design (though we cover that too). It's about who they are, why they said yes to this journey, and what they hope this space brings to the Houston community.

Justin brings a brain for business and a heart for neuroscience, while Jamie leads with passion, warmth, and a deep love for creating meaningful client experiences. Together, they're building more than a wellness studio—they're building a place where people can feel better, breathe easier, and reconnect with themselves.

In this episode, you'll get to know:

• What inspired Justin to open an Altered States studio

• Jamie's passion for people and how she's preparing to lead this new space

• What they've learned during their buildout and training experience

• What makes the Houston community the perfect place for this kind of wellness

If you're in Houston, this episode is your first chance to meet the faces behind your future go-to wellness studio. And if you've ever dreamed about opening your own, this is a front-row seat to what it really looks like.

Get ready to fall in love with this team—and get excited for what's coming to Vintage Park.

Follow their journey at https://instagram.com/alteredstatesvintagepark!

Okay, real talk. Wellness shouldn't feel like something only available to people with a $200 smoothie habit and unlimited free time.

If you've ever thought, I want to feel better, but I can't drop hundreds of dollars on fancy tools, this episode is for you.

In this feel-good, zero-pressure conversation, we're diving into our favorite budget-friendly wellness rituals. The ones that are simple, powerful, and actually part of our real lives. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just things that make you feel a little more like you again.

We're talking about:

• Morning grounding rituals that reset your nervous system

• The shower routine that builds resilience (yep, even without a cold plunge tub)

• Our go-to mineral mocktail recipe for energy and sleep

• Creative ways to feel calm, connected, and regulated—for free

If your nervous system has been running on fumes and you're craving a reset that doesn't come with a checkout cart, this episode will feel like a deep breath and a cozy hug.

Hit play, and let's build a wellness routine that feels good, makes sense, and actually fits your life.

To learn more about us, visit https://alteredstateswellness.com.

You've seen the viral cold plunge videos and maybe even tried one yourself. But contrast therapy isn't just a wellness trend. It's a powerful tool for stress relief, better sleep, muscle recovery, and overall mental resilience.

In this episode, we break down the exact contrast therapy protocols we use in our wellness routine. From sauna to cold plunge, we share simple, science-backed combos you can use based on your goals, whether you're looking to recover like an athlete, calm anxiety, or improve sleep quality.

What you'll learn:

• Why contrast therapy works

• How to build your own infrared sauna and cold plunge routine

• Recovery tips that enhance results

• Wellness hacks that support your nervous system and immune health

If you're near one of our Altered States Wellness locations, experience our Fire & Ice rooms in person. If not, save this episode as your go-to guide.

Whether you're new to hot and cold contrast therapy or already obsessed, this episode will help you make the most of every session.

https://alteredstateswellness.com

Let's rewind the clock a bit—back before Altered States Wellness, back before the franchise model, and way back before we were calling the shots.

In this episode, we're getting real about what it was like to be franchisees first—because yes, we started out on the other side of the table. We said yes to a wellness franchise with big dreams and nervous energy, and what followed was… well, a masterclass in what not to do.

From skimming the FDD (oops) to feeling totally lost during onboarding, we're pulling back the curtain on the mistakes, the lessons, and the oh-so-worth-it decisions we made along the way. And spoiler alert: those experiences are exactly what led us to build Altered States Wellness the way we did—supportive, flexible, and made for real people with real dreams.

Whether you're franchise-curious, daydreaming about leaving your 9-5, or just love hearing the behind-the-scenes biz stories no one talks about, this episode is for you.

If you've ever wondered what it's really like to be a franchisee—or what it takes to build a franchise that actually works—this one's a must-listen.

👉 Ready to explore what it could look like to open your own Altered States Wellness studio? Head to alteredstateswellness.com/franchise to schedule a call or DM us anytime.

And hey—if this episode gave you that little nudge, send it to someone who's dreaming big too. ✨