4-Day Psilocybin Truffle Retreat (3-month EvoSHIFT program) in the Netherlands
4-Day Psilocybin Truffle Retreat (3-month EvoSHIFT program) in the Netherlands
Centrum Athanor, Hooislagen, Lochem, Netherlands
Up to 12 in group
September 4 - 7, 2025
A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost
Retreat Highlights
- Professional support for your psilocybin truffle experience in a safe, legal and warm setting
- Powerful atmosphere with a small and intimate group size with a maximum of 12 participants
- Focus on your specific intentions with your personal coach before, during, and after the retreat
- Maximum safety thanks to our skilled facilitators (psychologists, medical doctors, psychotherapists) and thorough screening procedure
- A carefully curated 3-months journey as your path to transformation
- Immerse fully into your depths during 4 days in our beautiful and peaceful private retreat center in the Netherlands
- Enjoy your privacy in your private room
- Breathwork
- Cutting-edge curriculum based on newest science and ancient wisdom traditions. Balanced programming between mind, body, emotions and things for the soul.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
As an experienced coach, Patrick supports the participants through their personal journey before, during and after the Evolute retreats. Patrick is a certified end-of-life companion (death doula) and has completed several other trainings and courses in integration work, grief work, Authentic Presence, Guiding Presence and contemplative practices.
Before joining Evolute, Patrick worked as an executive coach, facilitator and trainer for 8 years and is especially interested in the art of becoming the author of your own story by integrating meaningful and challenging life experiences. After a deep experience in an altered state of consciousness this interest got expanded by the question on how to integrate mind-altering experiences into a fulfilling life driven by values and meaningful action. After years of self-exploration and training, he now works as retreat facilitator and integration coach, holding space for experiences of altered states of consciousness and helping to integrate them.
Integration also plays an important role in Patricks work related to death and grief. He accompanies people at the end of their life at a hospice in Berlin and co-founded OverMyDeadBody (OMDB), an online community and service provider that promotes and facilitates honest conversations about loss, death, and grief in a safe environment. At Evolute, Patrick is in charge of the integration work and leads the team of retreat facilitators and guides. His work is inspired by different approaches of psychological, emotional and spiritual end-of-life care, ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy), narrative work, as well as the work by Dr. Daniel J. Siegel.
Dmitrij’s vision is being of service at the intersection of human and planetary wellbeing by helping people to deepen their connection with life and to actualize their potential through deep inner work. His personal journey of transformation was catalyzed by an unexpected and life-changing entheogenic encounter in the Brazilian forest several years ago. Ever since, he committed to explore the path of heart and to learn about science-backed and traditional modalities of personal healing and growth. He loves to meditate and finds peace and stillness in (pristine) nature.
Prior to starting Evolute, he has been combining his expertise in healthcare and data science to create AI-powered
solutions for a rapidly growing US tech startup. In this role, he provided strategic consulting to top-level executives of multi-billion dollar corporations. He is an advisory board member of several digital therapeutics companies and a university guest lecturer. Dmitrij holds degrees in Business (EBS Universität) and Health Policy (London School of Economics). He obtained his PhD in Health Economics while researching at Hamburg and Oxford University and received numerous distinctions for his academic work.
Naomi is a certified clinical psychologist, executive coach, health & performance coach, hypnotherapist, and psychedelic facilitator with 25+ years of experience working in professional environments. She is highly experienced in facilitating individuals and groups in their transformation process toward holistic health, well-being and personal growth. Amongst many other professional certifications such as in breathwork (Wim Hof, Dr. Belisa Vranich), ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) and trauma-informed yoga, Naomi received the MDMA-assisted therapist training from MAPS - the world’s leading organization for psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Naomi is a former entrepreneur in the well-being industry (founder & director) and has worked as a managing director at a Big Four accounting organization responsible for leadership training / counselling. Clients value Naomi’s empathetic and warm presence. She has a passion for learning and is exited to explore the new frontier in mental health and personal development through psychedelic-assisted therapy, group and ceremonial work and psychedelic integration counselling.
Christopher is passionate about consciousness development, i.e. how to understand, influence and grow our mindsets and our inner capacities. After a decade of experience in communication & leadership training, consulting and coaching, Christopher is committed to facilitating deep inner work. His path has led him to psychedelic retreats in the Netherlands, somatic approaches and bodywork and he has been training in Integrative Somatic Process (ISP), HAKOMI, a mindfulness-based body-oriented form of psychotherapy, and in trauma-informed process work as part of the Timeless Wisdom Training (Thomas Hübl).
He brings everything together now in his work of designing and facilitating the personal development programs for entrepreneurs, changemakers and leaders at Evolute.
Previously, Christopher obtained a Masters Degree in Business and Economics from WHU (Otto Beisheim Graduate School of Management), lived and worked in Sweden, Italy, Spain and Japan and did Ph.D.-level studies at HEC Montreal, Canada. He teaches at LEAD Academy Berlin and in several Master and Executive Programs at ESCP Europe (EMBA, EMDIEL, MSIE…).
His great interest lies in integrating different ASC modalities and especially certain forms of embodied mindfulness and somatics into his coaching and process work – all in the service of promoting integration, growth and deep, lasting change in his clients.
Charlotte is a medical doctor (M.D.), specialized in Integrative Medicine. She has been working for the Dutch Royal Marines for some years and is used to facilitating medical care in every location. During her time with the marines her passion for preventive health care and integrative medicine developed. In this time she was trained as a yoga teacher and even teached yoga classes to Dutch military personnel. Through the path of yin yoga Charlotte got in touch with Chinese Traditional Medicine and in 2015 she decided to study TCM for MD’s. She was trained by DAGFA, a German Institute for acupuncture.
Currently, she brings her knowledge and skills in different forms: in her own practice with natural medicines or supplements, acupuncture of energy medicine treatments or simply with nutrition or lifestyle changes. She is also active as yoga teacher and is guest teacher with Academy for Integrative Medicine (AIM) and with the Dutch Microbiome Center. She has studied energy medicine and is a certified Access Bars therapist as well.
On her personal path she came in touch with altered states of consciousness inducing plants several times. As she believes in supporting the natural self-healing capacities of each person, she prefers the power of psychoactive plants over using external medication for conditions like depression or anxiety.
Details of this retreat
EVOSHIFT is far more than just a retreat; it’s a transformative, three-month hybrid journey designed to nurture deep personal development and growth. At the heart of this experience is a four-day immersive retreat, meticulously crafted by the EVOLUTE INSTITUTE for those who seek profound self-exploration and spiritual advancement. Yet, the retreat is only one part of a much larger process. Our program also includes a three-week preparation phase and a two-month aftercare period, featuring multiple virtual group integration sessions to ensure lasting impact.
We pride ourselves on providing a warm, welcoming, and highly professional environment for our participants. What sets us apart is our unparalleled facilitator-to-participant ratio of 1:2, allowing us to offer personalized attention and care. Our team includes a dedicated on-site medical doctor, Charlotte, along with experienced and compassionate facilitators and guides—Patrick, Naomi, Dmitrij, and Christopher—who are there to support you every step of the way. The initial medical and psychological screening is conducted by Sarah, an M.D. with specialized expertise in psychosomatic medicine and psychotherapy, ensuring that each participant’s journey begins with a solid foundation.
We place great importance on group curation, carefully selecting participants to create a harmonious group dynamic where trust and connection flourish. Unlike other providers, we offer a comprehensive curriculum designed to guide you through preparation, the retreat itself, and the integration phase. The structure of this journey is pivotal to its success, and our approach is both undogmatic and centered around your personal intentions and process. We don’t claim to be shamans; rather, we see ourselves as professionals deeply rooted in Western ontology and epistemology, yet enriched by the wisdom of Taoism, Buddhism, and Eastern contemplative practices. We approach our work with humility, viewing ourselves not as healers but as dedicated professionals in service of your journey towards wholeness, integration, and growth.
Participants often tell us that the EVOSHIFT experience is unparalleled in its professionalism, personalization, and the intimate support they receive throughout the three-month journey. The strength of our group container is crucial; it’s our top priority to create a safe, supportive environment where you can truly let go and dive deep into your inner work. A well-established container is essential, as your nervous system intuitively senses whether the space is secure enough to allow for deep exploration. This is often a challenge in larger group retreats or those with insufficient facilitation, where the depth of the experience can be compromised. We refuse to cut corners when it comes to the quality of our programs, offering a high level of care, safety, and preparation to ensure the most profound outcomes.
If your intention is to delve deeply into your inner world, it’s vital to prioritize quality, safety, and comprehensive preparation. The impact of the retreat is not solely about the legal psilocybin-containing truffles; it’s the surrounding framework—the preparation, the ceremony, and the integration—that creates lasting, meaningful transformation. Over many cohorts, we have refined our program to optimize the flow and maximize the depth of self-exploration and inner work. We find that a single high-dose psilocybin ceremony on Day 2, following breathwork on Day 1, combined with two days of on-site integration (Days 3 and 4), and two months of continued integration support, offers the most effective structure for profound, lasting change.
Join us for EvoSHIFT - We are in humble service of your journey towards wholeness, integration and growth.
More info on EvoCORE: https://evolute-institute.com/psychedelic-psilocybin-truffle-retreat/
More info on Evolute Institute: https://evolute-institute.com/
Please find below the dates for the EvoSHIFT program:
Preparation
Week 1: Wednesday August 13, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Week 2: Wednesday August 20, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Week 3: Wednesday August 27, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Immersion
Week 4: Arrival on Thursday Sep 4, 2025 at 12:00 CET | Centrum Athanor, NL
Week 4: Departure on Sunday Sep 7, 2025 at 15:00 CET | Centrum Athanor, NL
Integration
Week 6: Tuesday September 16, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Week 8: Tuesday September 30, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Week 11: Tuesday October 21, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
We pride ourselves on providing a warm, welcoming, and highly professional environment for our participants. What sets us apart is our unparalleled facilitator-to-participant ratio of 1:2, allowing us to offer personalized attention and care. Our team includes a dedicated on-site medical doctor, Charlotte, along with experienced and compassionate facilitators and guides—Patrick, Naomi, Dmitrij, and Christopher—who are there to support you every step of the way. The initial medical and psychological screening is conducted by Sarah, an M.D. with specialized expertise in psychosomatic medicine and psychotherapy, ensuring that each participant’s journey begins with a solid foundation.
We place great importance on group curation, carefully selecting participants to create a harmonious group dynamic where trust and connection flourish. Unlike other providers, we offer a comprehensive curriculum designed to guide you through preparation, the retreat itself, and the integration phase. The structure of this journey is pivotal to its success, and our approach is both undogmatic and centered around your personal intentions and process. We don’t claim to be shamans; rather, we see ourselves as professionals deeply rooted in Western ontology and epistemology, yet enriched by the wisdom of Taoism, Buddhism, and Eastern contemplative practices. We approach our work with humility, viewing ourselves not as healers but as dedicated professionals in service of your journey towards wholeness, integration, and growth.
Participants often tell us that the EVOSHIFT experience is unparalleled in its professionalism, personalization, and the intimate support they receive throughout the three-month journey. The strength of our group container is crucial; it’s our top priority to create a safe, supportive environment where you can truly let go and dive deep into your inner work. A well-established container is essential, as your nervous system intuitively senses whether the space is secure enough to allow for deep exploration. This is often a challenge in larger group retreats or those with insufficient facilitation, where the depth of the experience can be compromised. We refuse to cut corners when it comes to the quality of our programs, offering a high level of care, safety, and preparation to ensure the most profound outcomes.
If your intention is to delve deeply into your inner world, it’s vital to prioritize quality, safety, and comprehensive preparation. The impact of the retreat is not solely about the legal psilocybin-containing truffles; it’s the surrounding framework—the preparation, the ceremony, and the integration—that creates lasting, meaningful transformation. Over many cohorts, we have refined our program to optimize the flow and maximize the depth of self-exploration and inner work. We find that a single high-dose psilocybin ceremony on Day 2, following breathwork on Day 1, combined with two days of on-site integration (Days 3 and 4), and two months of continued integration support, offers the most effective structure for profound, lasting change.
Join us for EvoSHIFT - We are in humble service of your journey towards wholeness, integration and growth.
More info on EvoCORE: https://evolute-institute.com/psychedelic-psilocybin-truffle-retreat/
More info on Evolute Institute: https://evolute-institute.com/
Please find below the dates for the EvoSHIFT program:
Preparation
Week 1: Wednesday August 13, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Week 2: Wednesday August 20, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Week 3: Wednesday August 27, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Immersion
Week 4: Arrival on Thursday Sep 4, 2025 at 12:00 CET | Centrum Athanor, NL
Week 4: Departure on Sunday Sep 7, 2025 at 15:00 CET | Centrum Athanor, NL
Integration
Week 6: Tuesday September 16, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Week 8: Tuesday September 30, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Week 11: Tuesday October 21, 2025 | 19:30 – 21:30 CET | via Zoom
Schedule
WEEKS 1 & 2 & 3- PREPARATION: WELCOME & CULTIVATING A BEGINNER'S MIND
• Getting to know the team & each other
• Building a shared, trusted group container
• Cultivating a beginner’s mind
• The power of your Intention
• Guidelines for a safe journey
WEEK 3
DAY 1 - IMMERSION: THE BEGINNING OF A STORY
• Arrival & check-in at retreat center
• Welcome & Intention sharing
• Life Story Sharing
• Resistance & Acceptance
• Breathwork
• Meditation & wisdom
DAY 2 - IMMERSION: THE DEEP DIVE – CEREMONY
• Meditation & movement
• Connection exercises
• Values work & journaling
• 1-on-1 preparation sessions
• Guidance and support for your psychedelic experience with your legally purchased psilocybin-containing truffles
DAY 3 - IMMERSION: LIFE REVISITED
• Meditation & movement
• Ceremony debrief and sharing
• Reflection & journalling
• 1-on-1 integration sessions
• Group exercises (embodiment, working with paradoxes)
• Fire Ceremony
DAY 4 - IMMERSION: THE WORLD WE CREATE
• Meditation & movement
• Synthesising framework – Bringing it all together
• Values & committed action
• Give & receive groups
• Appreciation & closing circle
WEEK 5 & 8 & 12 - INTEGRATION: TOUCHING BASE & PERSONAL INTEGRATION
• Reconnecting with the group and team
• Integrating the experience back into everyday life
• Values & vision work continued
• Getting to know the team & each other
• Building a shared, trusted group container
• Cultivating a beginner’s mind
• The power of your Intention
• Guidelines for a safe journey
WEEK 3
DAY 1 - IMMERSION: THE BEGINNING OF A STORY
• Arrival & check-in at retreat center
• Welcome & Intention sharing
• Life Story Sharing
• Resistance & Acceptance
• Breathwork
• Meditation & wisdom
DAY 2 - IMMERSION: THE DEEP DIVE – CEREMONY
• Meditation & movement
• Connection exercises
• Values work & journaling
• 1-on-1 preparation sessions
• Guidance and support for your psychedelic experience with your legally purchased psilocybin-containing truffles
DAY 3 - IMMERSION: LIFE REVISITED
• Meditation & movement
• Ceremony debrief and sharing
• Reflection & journalling
• 1-on-1 integration sessions
• Group exercises (embodiment, working with paradoxes)
• Fire Ceremony
DAY 4 - IMMERSION: THE WORLD WE CREATE
• Meditation & movement
• Synthesising framework – Bringing it all together
• Values & committed action
• Give & receive groups
• Appreciation & closing circle
WEEK 5 & 8 & 12 - INTEGRATION: TOUCHING BASE & PERSONAL INTEGRATION
• Reconnecting with the group and team
• Integrating the experience back into everyday life
• Values & vision work continued
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Evolute Institute, Centrum Athanor, Hooislagen, Lochem, Netherlands
Directions
If you are using public transport, the easiest way is to take the train to Hengelo. From Hengelo train station, it is a 10-minute taxi ride. Please visit www.ns.nl/en/ to check out trains in the Netherlands. If you are travelling from Germany, visit www.bahn.de for train itineraries.
Accommodation
All participants will be housed in simple but high-quality private rooms on the premises of the retreat center.
Price (incl. private room + food + coaching)
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
The EvoSHIFT 4-day immersion will take place in the Netherlands. Our exclusive retreat center with over three hectares of green land is located in a calm and green spot 90 car minutes away from Amsterdam in the Dutch countryside. The facilities offer a relaxing and private atmosphere with ideal conditions for undisturbed deep work.
We will offer fresh and healthy drinks and vegetarian food (included in the price).
We will offer fresh and healthy drinks and vegetarian food (included in the price).
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
We will have a personal cook who will prepare fresh organic and vegetarian / vegan meals three times a day.
Personal nutritional restrictions (e.g. allergies or intolerances) can be accommodated.
What's Included
- A carefully curated 3-months journey as your path to transformation
- Interview video-call
- psychological / physiological screening: written assessment + call with our psychotherapist
- Preparation (3 weeks, part-time): three group sessions (video-call) + 1 personal session with your coach
- Assistance in setting your personal intention
- Retreat: 4 days in our beautiful and peaceful private retreat center in the Netherlands (accommodation included)
- Support for your psilocybin truffle experience in a safe, legal and supportive setting
- Delicious vegan / vegetarian meals three times a day during your 4-day stay at our retreat center
- 1-on-1 coaching sessions with your personal coach
- Modern, cozy, private rooms
- Welcome package (a little surprise for you)
- All content of our unique and original curriculum based on newest science and ancient wisdom traditions
- All workshop materials
- Creative expression with arts
- One powerful breathwork ceremony
- Bodywork exercises
- Daily somatic meditations
- Embodiment workshops
- Fire ceremony
- Ecstatic dance
- Nature walks
- Working with resistance & acceptance
- Living with tensions and paradoxes
- Values work
- Science-backed action for committed action
- Integration (2 months): three group sessions (online) + 1 personal session with your coach
- Access to our growing community of Evolute change-makers
What's Not Included
- Travel fees
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