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(NEW) Inwardbound 7-Day Psychedelic Facilitation Training, Including Personal Psilocybin Ceremony

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Up to 13 in group
Date
August 23 - 30, 2025

Retreat Highlights

  • Day 1: Arrive
  • Day 2: Holding Space & Trauma-Informed Facilitation
  • -Morning: The Art of Holding Space
  • Presence, attunement & deep listening
  • Creating safe and sacred space
  • Energetic boundaries & self-care for facilitators
  • -Afternoon: Trauma-Informed Approaches
  • Understanding trauma & nervous system regulation
  • Somatic & mindfulness-based techniques
  • Supporting challenging experiences
  • -Evening: Sound & Movement Therapy
  • Expressive movement & sound journey
  • Reflection & group sharing
  • Day 3: Therapeutic Modalities & Navigating Difficult Journeys
  • -Morning: Integrating Therapeutic Approaches
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) & parts work
  • Jungian & transpersonal psychology insights
  • Somatic therapy & breathwork integration
  • -Afternoon: Navigating Challenging Experiences
  • Crisis intervention & de-escalation techniques
  • Non-verbal communication & co-regulation
  • Role-playing difficult scenarios
  • -Evening: Guided Meditation & Sound Healing
  • Day 4: The Journey Experience & Expanded States of Consciousness
  • - Morning: Altered States Exploration
  • Preparation protocols for journeying
  • Music, ritual, and ceremony in psychedelic sessions
  • Legal & ethical considerations in facilitation
  • - Afternoon: Deep Experiential Practice
  • Breathwork-induced altered states session
  • Integration & grounding
  • -Evening: Creative Expression & Art Therapy
  • Drawing, writing, or movement as integration
  • Group reflection & sharing
  • Day 5: Integration & Aftercare Strategies
  • - Morning: The Importance of Integration
  • The role of integration in healing
  • Cognitive, somatic & creative approaches
  • Supporting long-term change
  • -Afternoon: Case Studies & Real-World Applications
  • Reviewing real-world psychedelic journeys
  • Personalized integration plans
  • Facilitator self-care & avoiding burnout
  • -Evening: Silent Reflection & Nature Immersion
  • Day 6: Practice, Role-Playing & Supervision
  • -Morning: Facilitator Role-Playing
  • Hands-on facilitation practice in small groups
  • Giving & receiving feedback
  • Developing personal facilitation style
  • -Afternoon: Supervision & Ethical Dilemmas
  • Group discussion on ethical gray areas
  • Boundaries, consent & legal considerations
  • Q&A with experienced facilitators
  • Evening: Community Fire Circle & Ceremony
  • Day 7: Closing circle/ Leave

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

7-Day Psychedelic Facilitation Immersive Skills Training, Including Personal Psilocybin Ceremony
Master the Art of Psychedelic Facilitation
Step into the world of psychedelic facilitation with our immersive 7-day Psychedelic Facilitation Skills Training—a deep dive into the ethical, therapeutic, and practical aspects of holding space for psychedelic experiences. Plus you will have the opportunity to experience your own psilocybin journey. 
Whether you’re a therapist or mental health professional, this experiential training provides the tools, experience, and confidence to hold space with integrity, professionalism and care.
With almost 1,000 participants on our retreats over the past 7 years, Inwardbound are one of the world leaders in delivering psilocybin retreats. About 10% of our clients have been psychiatrists or other mental health professionals.
What You’ll Learn:

Multi-Modal Therapeutic Approaches – Integrate techniques from somatic therapy, depth psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), transpersonal  and humanistic psychology,  holotropic breathwork and and mindfulness-based practices.
Space Holding/ Facilitation Skills – Develop grounding techniques, energetic boundaries, and trauma-informed care strategies.
Psychedelic Science & Ethics – Understand the neuroscience, cultural history, and ethical considerations of facilitation.
Navigating Difficult Journeys – Learn de-escalation techniques, emotional processing tools, and harm reduction strategies.
Integration & Aftercare – Support clients in translating their insights into lasting change through creative, somatic, and cognitive approaches.
Hands-On Practice – Engage in guided role-playing plus the opportunity to facilitate a psilocybin ceremony, meditation, breathwork, and experiential exercises to embody your facilitation skills.
Experience a Psilocybin Ceremony - You will have the chance personally take part in a psilocybin ceremony guided by professionals.
Led by seasoned facilitators and psychotherapist - This retreat-style workshop blends ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and cutting-edge research to help you become a more confident, skilled and compassionate facilitator.

Are you ready to deepen your skills and step into this vital work?
Spots are limited. To make sure it is a right fit for you—CONTACT US FOR A CALL BEFORE YOU BOOK- Email Admin@inwardbound.ie to arrange a call.
Our 7 day in-person, experiential retreat can be combined the Inwardbound Introduction to Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy online training programme for an investment of €499 (original price €999) when you sign up for our practical retreat. This theoretical and practical approach will give you a comprehensive introduction to Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.



 





Sample Training Schedule (subject to change) 

Day 1: Arrival & Opening Circle
18:00 – Arrival & Dinner



Participants arrive, check-in, and settle into the space


Light, mindful dinner to ground and connect


20:00 – Opening Circle



Welcome & group introductions


Setting intentions for the journey ahead


Breathwork & grounding meditation


Journaling & personal reflection


21:30 – Rest & Integration



Free time to relax, journal, or connect quietly





Day 2 – 6: Core Training & Experiential Learning
(Schedule remains the same, with daily workshops, hands-on practice, and integration activities.)

Day 2: Holding Space & Trauma-Informed Facilitation
Morning: The Art of Holding Space



Presence, attunement & deep listening


Creating safe and sacred space


Energetic boundaries & self-care for facilitators


Afternoon: Trauma-Informed Approaches



Understanding trauma & nervous system regulation


Somatic & mindfulness-based techniques


Supporting challenging experiences


Evening: Sound & Movement Therapy



Expressive movement & sound journey


Reflection & group sharing





Day 3: Therapeutic Modalities & Navigating Difficult Journeys/ Managing Fear
Morning: Integrating Therapeutic Approaches



Internal Family Systems (IFS) & parts work


Jungian & transpersonal psychology insights


Somatic therapy & breathwork integration


Afternoon: Navigating Challenging Experiences



Crisis intervention & de-escalation techniques


Non-verbal communication & co-regulation


Role-playing difficult scenarios


Evening: Guided Meditation & Sound Healing




Day 4: The Journey Experience & Expanded States of Consciousness
Morning: Altered States Exploration



Preparation protocols for journeying


Music, ritual, and ceremony in psychedelic sessions


Legal & ethical considerations in facilitation


Afternoon: Deep Experiential Practice -Psilocybin Ceremony 1
Evening: Creative Expression & Art Therapy



Drawing, writing, or movement as integration


Group reflection & sharing





Day 5: Integration & Aftercare Strategies
Morning: The Importance of Integration



The role of integration in healing


Cognitive, somatic & creative approaches


Supporting long-term change


Case Studies & Real-World Applications



Reviewing real-world psychedelic journeys


Personalized integration plans


Facilitator self-care & avoiding burnout


Afternoon: Psilocybin Ceremony 2
Evening: Silent Reflection & Nature Immersion




Day 6: Practice, Role-Playing & Supervision
Morning: Facilitator Role-Playing



Hands-on facilitation practice in small groups

Giving & receiving feedback


Developing personal facilitation style

Afternoon: Supervision & Ethical Dilemmas



Group discussion on ethical gray areas


Boundaries, consent & legal considerations


Q&A with experienced facilitators


Evening: Community Fire Circle & Ceremony




Day 7: Closing Circle & Departure
08:00 – Light Breakfast & Reflection



Gentle morning practice (breathwork or meditation)


Time for personal journaling & integration


09:00 – Closing Circle



Sharing insights & gratitude


Breathwork & final grounding


Setting personal intentions moving forward


11:00 – Departure

Pricing

Individual: 5,500 euro per person.



Early bird 4,999 euro before the 31 May 2025.
Couple: 4,799 euro (price per person sharing a room)
Please note: To apply for the training programme, please email training@Inwardbound.ie. We will arrange an exploration call with you where we can answer any questions you may have. If you feel a retreat would benefit you, you can then submit a full screening form and deposit to hold your place. A consultation call with a psychotherapist will then be arranged to assure the training is mutually suitable.
Booking Conditions







Deposit of €1,500 is required to secure your place after you have had an exploration call.
If you do not qualify for the retreat programme after a consultation with our psychotherapist, we will return your deposit minus €200 consultation & admin fee.
Free transfers are arranged from Cobano Airport on the first and last day of the retreat which takes 45 mins. For earlier flights on the last day of the retreat: Private taxi can be arranged. The venue is approximately 6 hours drive from San Jose International airport. We recommend you fly internally from San Jose to Cobano Airport on the first day of the retreat.
The programme fee does not include flights or other transport to Costa Rica.

Refund, change of date and Cancellation Policy: 


The retreat is 100% refundable for a cancellation 60+ days before the retreat start date minus €200 consultation & admin fee.
The retreat is 50% refundable if cancelled 30-59 days before the start date.
The retreat is non-refundable if cancelled 0-29 days before the retreat start date.


To move your booking to another retreat: 

 50+ days before the original retreat start date, this will be free of charge.
30-49 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 30% charge
15-29 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 80% charge
0-14 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 100% charge
Your booking can be moved with in a 12 month period. After that, the deposit cannot be refunded.


Read full Terms & Conditions.







 

Here's what our retreat programme has in store for you:


Pre-departure Preparation:

Full Screening
1x Exploration Call
1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist
6 week Preparation Work Book and Videos
3 x Preparatory lectures
Group Preparation Call


On Retreat:

7 days in a beautiful location in Costa Rica.


2x session with Psilocybin Mushrooms (stepped dose)
7x overnight accommodation in private ensuite rooms
Teaching team: 1 Psychotherapist & 2 full-time facilitators
Private transfer from Cobano airport to the venue (approx.  45 mins)
All meals: vegetarian & vegan, organic and local (where possible)
Bodywork with yoga
Workshops in breathing techniques
Art therapy and mandala work
Ecotherapy, forest nature walks and time on a tropical beach
The Retreat: Depending on the participant, we may also offer:

Massage therapy
Transpersonal therapy
Essential oils




 Post Departure Integration:

1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist
Group Integration Call
Integration workbook and videos
Follow-up options and referrals
Lifetime access to the community






Venue
A luxury venue in the beautiful rainforest of Costa Rica in Guantacaste. 45 minute drive from Cobano airport. We recommend that you fly from San Jose and take an internal flight to Cobano Airport with Green Air arriving by 15.45 on the first day of your retreat.

Our venue sits perched atop of 74 acres of undeveloped jungle, offering stunning ocean views, vast tranquility and peaceful solitude allowing for a truly unique and special connection to the surrounding environment.
Key Dates

1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist 
2x hour long Psychedelic Assisted Training Calls: 2-3 weeks before the retreat
Online Preparation and Information  Call: 2 weeks before the retreat
Training (Costa Rica ): Saturday August 23rd -  Saturday August 30th 2025
1:1 Consultation with the Psychotherapist: 7-14 days after the retreat
Online Group Integration Call: 2 weeks after the retreat






Why InwardBound?

At InwardBound, our interdisciplinary team of psychotherapists, PhD scientists and holistic therapists believe in weaving together the threads of science and spirituality, knowing that the two ways are one. We work in the broad tradition of Dr Stan Grof - creating a safe container for people to access the wisdom of their own inner healer.
We come from a long tradition of psilocybin use in Ireland. Our Celtic ancestors used the wild mushrooms of Northern Europe (Psilocybe Semilanceata) and worked with the patterns of nature for healing and spiritual growth and we continue that land-based ancestral tradition to create a modern context for psilocybin ceremony and reconnection with nature.
We hold small groups with 3-4 facilitators, 8- 13 participants. This low ratio allows us to provide the highest possible standard of care for our participants.
We have worked with over 1,000 clients in this space since 2018.

Questions?
Please visit the InwardBound website or contact us.




FAQ


1. Where do you meet on the first day of the training?
We arrange pick up at Cobano airport at 15.45 on the first day of the training. You can book an internal flight from San Jose to Cobano Airport with Greenair.
2. When does the final payment need to be in by?
Final payment needs to be sent 1 month before the retreat start date. Prices are per person.
3. Where is the venue?
Our tropical venue is in Guenacasta, Puntarenas province, about 6 hours dive from San Jose International airport. We provide a shuttle from Cobano airport, which is about a 45 minute drive  from the venue. If you choose the second option, you should aim to arrive in Cobano at 15.45 on the first day of the retreat.
4. Can I book extra preparation or integration sessions?
Yes, these can be added on before booking in or after.
5. What are the doses of mushrooms used?
The first session is a light/medium/high dose depending on the needs of each guest. The second day is a higher dose.
6. How long are the sessions?
Approximately 4-7 hours
7. Do I have to do 2 doses?
We offer the two doses as standard. It is up to the participant if they want to do both doses. We allow plenty of time for discussion so you can feel what is right for you.
8. What dates can I book?
We have a range of availability for private retreats in Costa Rica.  Please email admin@inwardbound.ie for your preferred dates.

Usually our retreats fill quickly so if you have a preference please book onto your preferred retreat dates.
9. Do I need to take work off after the retreat?
It is not essential but we do suggest taking off as much time as you can to allow you to reflect. If you have the means to spend a few more days in Costa Rica, we recommend you do so. We recommend the  Santa Teresa area.
10. How many facilitators are there?
There will be three facilitators on this training.
11. What is included in the price?
The 7 day retreat in a luxury venue private transfers, all meals, 1:1 consultation with a Psychotherapist before, during and after the retreat. Plus all preparation, integration sessions before and after the retreat.
12. What is not included in the price?
International flights to San Jose, internal flight from San Jose- Cobano
13. Do I have to pay for the psilocybin mushrooms?
No, for legal reasons we do not sell psilocybin mushrooms.
14. Reciprocity
At Inwardbound, reciprocity, or giving back to the natural world, is very important to us. For every retreat participant on our Costa Rica retreats, we will make a donation to Karen Mogensen Wildlife reserve expansion project, protecting threatened ecosystems in Costa Rica.

https://www.karenmogensenreserve.org/expansion-planQuestions?
Please visit the InwardBound website ( www.inwardbound.nl) or contact us.

Group retreat
If the Costa Rica is not an option, we recommend checking out our group retreat options  in the Netherlands on our website www.inwardbound.nl

Schedule

Day 2: Holding Space & Trauma-Informed Facilitation
Morning: The Art of Holding Space

Presence, attunement & deep listening

Creating safe and sacred space

Energetic boundaries & self-care for facilitators

Afternoon: Trauma-Informed Approaches

Understanding trauma & nervous system regulation

Somatic & mindfulness-based techniques

Supporting challenging experiences

Evening: Sound & Movement Therapy

Expressive movement & sound journey

Reflection & group sharing

Day 3: Therapeutic Modalities & Navigating Difficult Journeys
Morning: Integrating Therapeutic Approaches

Internal Family Systems (IFS) & parts work

Jungian & transpersonal psychology insights

Somatic therapy & breathwork integration

Afternoon: Navigating Challenging Experiences

Crisis intervention & de-escalation techniques

Non-verbal communication & co-regulation

Role-playing difficult scenarios

Evening: Guided Meditation & Sound Healing

Day 4: The Journey Experience & Expanded States of Consciousness
Morning: Altered States Exploration

Preparation protocols for journeying

Music, ritual, and ceremony in psychedelic sessions

Legal & ethical considerations in facilitation

Afternoon: Deep Experiential Practice

Breathwork-induced altered states session

Integration & grounding

Evening: Creative Expression & Art Therapy

Drawing, writing, or movement as integration

Group reflection & sharing

Day 5: Integration & Aftercare Strategies
Morning: The Importance of Integration

The role of integration in healing

Cognitive, somatic & creative approaches

Supporting long-term change

Afternoon: Case Studies & Real-World Applications

Reviewing real-world psychedelic journeys

Personalized integration plans

Facilitator self-care & avoiding burnout

Evening: Silent Reflection & Nature Immersion

Day 6: Practice, Role-Playing & Supervision
Morning: Facilitator Role-Playing

Hands-on facilitation practice in small groups

Giving & receiving feedback

Developing personal facilitation style

Afternoon: Supervision & Ethical Dilemmas

Group discussion on ethical gray areas

Boundaries, consent & legal considerations

Q&A with experienced facilitators

Evening: Community Fire Circle & Ceremony
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

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Accommodation

Private accommodation. Shared accommodation options available on request for couples/ friends.

Accommodation
5,500 euro per person
Accommodation
4,999 euro per person Early bird price before 31 May 2025
Accommodation
4,799 euro rice per person couple sharing

Venue & Amenities

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Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
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7 day training luxury villa
6 nights, private double room
1 personal psilocybin ceremony held on a stunning terrace
1 psilocybin ceremony that you will help to facilitate
Private consultations with a psychotherapist pre & post retreat
Group Preparation & Integration Call
Full day of integration on retreat with a Psychotherapist and 2 trained psychedelic facilitators
Unique tropical location near a national park on the coast of west Costa Rica
Private swimming pool

Meals

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Menu

Menu Types

All meals: vegan and vegetarian, (organic and local where possible)

What's Included

  • 7 day retreat in a private villa
  • 6 nights, double room ensuite in beautiful accommodation surrounded by trees and tropical wildlife
  • 1 personal psilocybin ceremonies held on a stunning terrace
  • 1 psilocybin ceremony that you will help facilitate
  • Private consultations with a psychotherapist pre and post retreat
  • Group Preparation and Integration Call
  • Full day of integration on retreat with a Psychotherapist and 2 trained psychedelic facilitators
  • Unique tropical location near a national park on the coast of west Costa Rica
  • Private swimming pool with stunning views

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Psilocybin truffles (for legal reasons). They are bought from a third party

Customer Reviews

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life changing
this was a beautiful and life-changing experience that not only gave me peace and understanding
and a sense of flowing into the next part of my life - but also supported by return to an ailing elderly mother and a mad bunch of responsibilities.
I will be forever grateful and also am determined to repeat the journey.
The team are wonderful and go above and beyond to make it feel secure and comfortable.
I can't recommend it highly enough.

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Heaven
This was my first phycodelic adventure. I felt totally safe and held throughout the experience and I didn't have to die to go to heaven.
Martyn H.

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Costa Rica feb 25
I charged into My first inward bound retreat experience in Costa Rica through desperation to find a way out of the rut my life was stuck in for years not really taking the time to think about the life changing journey I was about to embark upon.
The closer I got to the actual retreat the more I jittered with nerves, however as soon as I got there and met rob and his team it was like being welcomed into the safest environment on earth and my god the most beautiful, and over the next 4 days I had the most amazing life changing experience, I can’t exaggerate how safe and held I felt by the amazing team, these guy don’t run the retreat like a business they operate it as a passion with kindness, compassion and empathy towards the people on it and go above and beyond in everything to make sure you come away From the retreat with what you came for. Best thing I’ve ever done.

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Very hard to put into words, but I could just say amazing
For a while, I’ve been looking for something to help me deal with specific traumas that I’ve been holding onto. Someone connected me with Rob a few months ago and told me that he runs retreats in Costa Rica.

After speaking him on the phone, I trust that he was the right person. Him and his team were able to guide me on a journey deep into my soul.

While, the journey could’ve been hard I was able to work through everything. I needed to work through and came out stronger and happier on the other side.

This was definitely a life-changing experience that I’ll take with me forever.

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Inwardbound Costa Rica Jan 2025
This is my second set of guided journeys with Rob who this time was accompanied by Cristina Kalyani, his deeply and broadly knowledgeable partner who exudes a similar mature, grounded and safe energy. They are also both talented musicians and a highlight of the ceremony were their live performances. They held supportive space for a powerful inward journey. The modalities explored beyond the medicine (vocal expression, music, asana yoga, movement, breathwork, chakra meditation) beautifully complemented the journey work. Both hosts provided helpful insights into the process and made insightful connections to greater themes and traditions. The setting is tropical paradise. A mountain jungle garden oasis with long distance views over the Pacific, the Whales Tail and down the coast to Osa. The property is teeming with life and vibrating with earth energy. I highly recommend the experience ❤️

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