Small Group Retreats

A deeper connection to the beginning of your story

Our 3-day retreats

Our 3-day retreats for small groups are designed for individuals who want to receive a genuinely transformative exploration of the inner psyche in the presence and support of therapists and a small community of participants.

Are you curious about how psychedelics might support you in connecting to deeper levels of consciousness that contribute to new insights and ignite creativity? Are you curious about deeper connections with yourself and others? Are you stuck in rigid thinking patterns? Do you feel you want to find a greater sense of purpose and meaning in your life?

Amsterdam Psychedelic Retreat Experiential Training Institute
Amsterdam Psychedelic Retreat Experiential Training Institute
Hans van Wechem Amsterdam Psychedelic Retreat Experiential Training Institute
Preparation Amsterdam Psychedelic Retreat Experiential Training Institute
Preparation Amsterdam Psychedelic Retreat Experiential Training Institute

Where science meets ancient wisdom

    • Guided pre-retreat group sessions

    • Personalised one-to-one discussions

    • Mindful intention setting

    • Facilitated psychedelic truffle experience

    • Experienced and compassionate guides

    • Safe and supportive environment

    • Group sharing and reflection

    • Professional integration guidance

    • Artistic expression and journaling

    • Connected breathing sessions

    • Mindful movement practices

    • Guided meditation for inner exploration

    • Nature immersion and excursions

    • Comfortable and serene accommodations

    • Sacred spaces for contemplation

    • Nutrient-rich, plant-based cuisine

    • Locally sourced ingredients

    • Storytelling and sharing

    • Post-retreat support networks

    • Regular virtual gatherings

    • Access to community resources and spaces

The program

  • 1. Referral

    We receive and review your application request. We will contact you to schedule a screening/intake. We will also send you some questionnaires and forms to complete the steps in the process.

  • 2. Screening & intake

    After this, you will meet with Hans and/or Jeanine, psychiatrist and clinical psychologist to determine if this program is right for you.

  • 3. Preparation day

    During the preparatory day, the emphasis will be on preparing mentally and emotionally for the psychedelic experience. You can explain more about your symptoms, goals, background, important themes and intentions for the psychedelic journey. And you will actively engage in learning about 'feeling' your issues.

  • 4. Preparation therapy continued

    You will be introduced to experiential techniques such as breath work, mindfulness and emotion-focusing techniques. You'll also discuss practical preparations for the psychedelic journey and we will deepen the intentional work with you.

  • 5. Journey with magic truffles

    At about 9:30 AM you will arrive in our meditative space. Hans and Jeanine will prepare with you a final exploration. After this, you will consume the truffles containing psilocybin and start the psychedelic journey

    The day usually ends around 5:00 PM. We will share food and first impressions.

    You will be invited with expressive - and art therapy techniques to express feelings.

  • 6. Integration therapy

    The day after your journey, it's time for the integration therapy day with Jeanine and Hans. During this day we work with techniques from internal family systems, schema-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and also systemic work, to integrate your insights on different levels. For embodiment, we use breathwork techniques. You will also be given an integration workbook to guide and support your integration.

  • 7. Virtual integration continued

    Jeanine and Hans will contact you online, 2 weeks after your program. You will discuss the effects of the psychedelic journey and focus on implementing your gained insights into daily life.

Upcoming retreats 2025

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Jun. 13th

Small Group Retreat

Culemborg | May 16th to 18th, 2025

  • Are you curious about how psychedelics might support you in connecting to deeper levels of consciousness and are you searching for personal growth?

    Our 3-day retreat program for small groups is designed to facilitate transformational changes in your life and it is medically supervised, legal and of the highest standard.

    • Small groups with max 8 participants

    • Personal growth

    • Professional guidance

  • 3-day retreat

  • €2,950

    including accommodation

    excluding 21% VAT

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May 16th

Small Group Retreat

Culemborg | June 13th to 15th, 2025

  • Are you curious about how psychedelics might support you in connecting to deeper levels of consciousness and are you searching for personal growth?

    Our 3-day retreat program for small groups is designed to facilitate transformational changes in your life and it is medically supervised, legal and of the highest standard.

    • Small groups with max 8 participants

    • Personal growth

    • Professional guidance

  • 3-day retreat

  • €2,950

    including accommodation

    excluding 21% VAT

Our team

  • Woman with red hair smiling in a sunlit forest

    Jeanine Souren

    Clinical Psychologist & Sexologist

  • Smiling elderly man wearing glasses and a blue shirt outdoors

    Hans van Wechem

    Psychiatrist (MD) & Psychotherapist

  • Woman with wavy blonde hair wearing a white tank top and denim pants, standing outdoors with a blurred green background.

    Fleur Nasiri

    Psychodrama Therapist

Why choose us?

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Science based

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Psychiatrist & Psychologist

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Compassionate care

What you might experience

New perspectives from a different angle on the same issues that you have struggled with, enabling you to experience a new way of thinking

Processing of childhood memories that have impacted your life, allowing you to shine a new light on feelings of vulnerability, internalised shame or guilt and increase self-acceptance

Increased self awareness and self-love, which can result in a renewed sense of being and belonging

Emotional release; positively altering your emotional process in two ways: increasing your ability to be in direct contact with the present moment and enhancing experiences of positive emotions enabling you to experience a new way of thinking.

The ability to feel a deep and profound sense of connection to yourself (or the different parts of you), to others and to the environment, which encourages you to keep your heart open and develop stronger relationships with others

Structural neural plasticity (the brain’s ability to make new connections) has been understood to provide some of the greatest benefits, which can lead to an overall increase in the adoption of new behaviors and positive habits

Safety

We’re a medically supervised team of psychologists and psychiatrists trained in the use of psychedelic compounds.

  • Your psychological, emotional, and physical safety is our priority.

  • A private setting and safe location, and medical centres within 20 minutes distance

  • The care of medical professionals and dedicated staff with a vast knowledge of group dynamics, relationship issues, and attachment trauma, and are experienced in psychedelic medicine

  • Individual attention, with sufficient suitability screening and integration sessions after your psychedelic journey

Ready for the next step?

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