Angelica says, "The journey itself was incredible. The visuals and emotions that I experienced were intense and enlightening. I’ll forever be changed by the experience. I believe the guided nature of the whole experience, not just the journey, made a big difference in the meaning I received from it." See more
Hillary says, "Before coming here, I was in one of the darkest places I’ve ever known. I had lost all sense of hope, connection, and joy, and I truly didn’t see a way forward." See more
Justin says, "I spent a lot of time researching and speaking with different organizations before deciding where to go, and ultimately chose Confluence Retreats because of the feeling I got from the very first conversation." See more
Kate says, "I participated in a recent Women’s retreat with Sarah and Jaime this month, and it was an extraordinary experience. It was my first time trying psilocybin assisted therapy, and I was nervous, but Sarah and Jaime prepared us well." See more
Silas says, "To say these medicine ceremonies changed my life for the better is an understatement. I used to wake up every day in a fight with myself to embrace the day and not be ruled by negativity and overwhelm." See more
Anonymous says, "I had a wonderful experience where not only I felt safe but also enjoy the journey. Both Camila and Nikki put a real effort into making sure my mind is able to access what it needs along with medicine." See more
Lauren says, "Alexis was so pleasant and the space made me feel comfortable and invited. The whole process was beautifully laid out with a sacred alter and flowers to remember that we are from the earth." See more
Traditional psilocybin retreats typically unfold over 3-7 days in carefully chosen natural settings that support deep inner work. The journey begins with preparatory discussions and intention-setting ceremonies, where participants explore their hopes while building trust with experienced guides. Most retreats include 1-2 ceremonial psilocybin sessions lasting 4-6 hours each, held in comfortable spaces with eye masks and carefully selected music. Throughout the experience, trained facilitators remain present to offer support when needed while honoring each person's unique process. Between ceremonies, guests engage in integration activities like art therapy, movement practices, sharing circles, and time in nature - allowing insights to settle into everyday awareness. Many retreats incorporate practices from various wisdom traditions, such as meditation, breathwork, or sacred song, though approaches vary widely based on the retreat's cultural context and lineage.
Safety protocols are woven throughout the experience, starting with medical screening and preparation calls weeks before arrival. The actual mushroom ceremonies are held in protected containers where participants can fully surrender to their journey while knowing support is readily available. Rather than seeking specific outcomes, the emphasis remains on creating conditions for natural healing and insight to emerge. Experienced guides recognize that each person's innate wisdom knows exactly what's needed - the facilitator's role is simply holding space for that wisdom to surface.