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Post dieta : stay and integrate after ayahuasca retreat or master plant dieta
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Open Dates
Ciprian says, "The experience itself was incredible and intense, I learned so much about myself and now I live a fuller life for it. I was truly impressed with how dedicated all the staff was." See more
$400
4.93
psychedelic preparation call
Top Rated
Open Dates
Danny says, "I spent a very productive few days here at the Lighthouse in Portugal with Isher and Marijke. They have created an ideal environment in which to take San Pedro. The nature of the medicine really blends with the nature of the valley and I felt I was able to commit to the experience." See more
€30
5.00
Psychedelic Integration and Preparation
Open Dates
Online
Daniel says, "I caught a glimpse of something greater than myself — a connection to life that feels vast, mysterious, and deeply reassuring. It has changed the way I understand who I am and what truly matters." See more
€120
5.00
Psychedelic preparation call
Open Dates
Online
Kassia says, "I never felt I was in good hands ever before! Thanks for the support and pro-active stance to help me!" See more
From $5
5.00
Traumadelics- Post Ceremony Stress Disorder Therapy
Flexible Dates
Online
Dianne says, "Bernice is a true medicine woman. She is caring and intuitive and I thoroughly enjoyed my time with her. She carefully guided me through many journeys, and I trust her completely." See more
From $111
5.00
Psilocybin Retreat for Gay and Queer Men (Amsterdam/Ijmuiden)
Last Chance
October 3 - 5, 2025
John says, "A few months after a quietly transformative ceremony, I was invited to join an integration circle. As always, he made it a welcoming, positive and illuminating experience and continues to be an extraordinary guide." See more
€1,295
/ 3 days
5.00
4 Day Integration Retreat "Become Your Own Medicine" – Turn your peak experiences into lasting change.
October 23 - 26, 2025
From €590
/ 4 days
1-on-1 Psychedelic Therapy Session for Preparation of Integration - Online or In Person
Open Dates
Online
Taylor says, "Thanks to Isa for creating the perfect space for transformation, while allowing the guest the freedom to have their own moments with god. I’m already planning my next trip to see her down in Mazunte and strongly recommend her guidance and powerful presence to any seeking a deeply profound experience!" See more
From $145
5.00
Personal Plant Medicine Integration Therapy, 1*1
Open Dates
Online
Bryan says, "Very warm, friendly and professional people, as well as my fellow guests at the event. As a newcomer to the psychedelic ceremonies, I don't think I could've found a better group for my first experience, especially for the price" See more
From €222
4.79
Preparation/integration consultation
Open Dates
Online
Anonymous says, "My experience with Siddiq has been fantastic from the first email onwards - I immediately got a sense that these were good people and felt able to trust the process completely." See more
From $30
4.91
1-Day Private Psilocybin Retreat
Open Dates
Patrick says, "This was a great experience. I was a bit apprehensive at the beginning as I'd never attended an ayahuasca ceremony before but the team were very welcoming and the weekend was well organised." See more
From €1,975
5.00
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How much does a Preparation/Integration retreat cost?
Preparation and integration services typically range from EUR €120-400 for single sessions to USD $390-625 for multi-session packages. Individual integration sessions average around USD $120-150, while more comprehensive preparation/integration programs can cost USD $300-400. Online options tend to be more affordable than in-person sessions. Multi-day integration retreats range from USD $400-800 depending on location and accommodations. The most cost-effective options include shorter online calls (USD $30-60 per hour), while private ceremonies with integration support can reach USD $700-1500. Many providers offer package discounts for booking multiple sessions.
Questions about Preparation/Integration
Can a retreat change your life?
A retreat absolutely can spark profound transformation - yet the real magic lies not in the retreat itself, but in how it creates space to recognize what's already present within. Traditional wisdom paths from Zen temples to desert monasteries have long known that stepping away from daily patterns allows inner clarity to naturally emerge. At a typical meditation retreat, participants often experience deep insights simply by sitting quietly and turning attention inward. Yet it's essential to understand that a retreat acts more like tilling soil than planting new seeds - it creates fertile conditions for accessing innate wisdom and wholeness that were there all along. Some seekers notice immediate shifts in perspective or behavior, while others find subtle realizations unfold over months or years after returning home. The key lies in approaching retreat time with genuine openness rather than forcing specific outcomes. When combined with skilled guidance and integration support, retreats can illuminate fresh possibilities while revealing that true change flows from touching what's eternally unchanged at our core.
Can you read during a silent retreat?
Reading during a silent retreat depends entirely on the specific tradition and center hosting the retreat. Most Vipassana centers prohibit reading and writing during their 10-day courses to maintain mental silence and prevent intellectual distraction. However, some Zen and contemplative Christian retreats allow limited reading of spiritual texts during designated periods, particularly for beginners who may need guidance in their practice. Some centers provide clear schedules indicating when reading is appropriate, while others maintain strict policies against any form of external stimulation, including books, journals, or electronic devices. These variations reflect different approaches to cultivating inner stillness and self-observation.
Traditional Buddhist monasteries often incorporate sutra study as part of their silent practice periods, recognizing that certain texts can deepen meditation insights when approached mindfully. At modern retreat centers in North America and Europe, many programs have evolved to include "noble silence" periods where reading spiritual texts is permitted during free time, while maintaining verbal silence.
Research from the University of California, Davis Center for Mind and Brain suggests that combining contemplative reading with meditation may actually enhance attention and metacognitive awareness.
What happens at a women's retreat?
Women's retreats create dedicated spaces for deep restoration, connection, and transformation away from daily demands. Modern retreats often blend ancient wisdom practices like meditation and ritual with evidence-based approaches including somatic experiencing, breath work, and therapeutic movement. At luxury venues in Bali or Costa Rica, participants might start their mornings with sunrise yoga, followed by journaling circles and afternoon workshops on topics ranging from ancestral healing to authentic leadership.
The magic often happens in those unscripted moments between scheduled activities. Picture women sprawled on cushions sharing life stories over herbal tea, or walking meditation paths through tropical gardens processing profound insights. Some retreats focus on specific themes - grief work, creative expression, or life transitions. Others embrace a more fluid structure allowing space for spontaneous sisterhood, tears, and belly laughs.
Beyond the "spa and yoga" stereotype, many contemporary women's retreats tackle deeper terrain. Trained facilitators guide participants through shadow work exploring internalized patriarchy, mother wounds, or sexual trauma. Traditional ceremonies led by indigenous wisdom keepers might involve cacao rituals, sweat lodges, or womb blessing circles. The physical container of being surrounded by solely female energy for several days often catalyzes profound personal breakthroughs that continue unfolding long after the retreat ends.
Safety remains paramount - reputable retreats require health screenings, maintain clinical support staff, and enforce clear boundaries around touch and sharing. Many integrate trauma-informed protocols developed at leading centers like the California Institute of Integral Studies Source. This allows women to journey as deep as they choose while knowing skilled holders maintain the container.