InwardBound Small Group Psilocybin Retreat: Netherlands.

Small Group Psilocybin Retreat
With over 1,000 participants on our retreats since 2018 Inwardbound are one of the world leaders in delivering psilocybin retreats.

We provide bespoke private legal and safe psychedelic retreat programmes in the Netherlands. You will be supervised by our highly trained psychedelic facilitators who will guide you through a preparation and integration programme so you are fully supported before and after the retreat.

Our small groups will host 3-5 participants.

During the retreat, you will have 2 sessions with psilocybin complemented by a range of activities with the intention to maximise your experience and effect lasting change in your life.

At Inwardbound, our interdisciplinary team of psychotherapists, PhD scientists and holistic therapists believes 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.

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

2 Preparation Sessions: Prepare yourself for the transformative journey ahead with guided preparation sessions led by psychotherapist and experienced facilitators. Explore intention setting and self-care practices. You will also have a 1:1 consultation with a psychotherapist to assist you in preparing for the experience ahead.
2 Psilocybin Ceremonies: Experience the profound healing potential of psilocybin in a safe and supportive ceremonial setting. Guided by experienced facilitators, you'll embark on a journey of inner exploration, gaining insights, and perspectives that can enhance your personal growth and healing.
2 Integration Sessions: Process and integrate your psilocybin experience with guided integration sessions and 1:1 consultation with our Psychotherapist designed to help you make sense of your insights and integrate them into your daily life. We also run monthly 1 hour long integration sessions for a small fee. You can join any month you feel you would like more advice on integrating.
Yoga & Meditation: Reconnect with your body, mind, and spirit through daily yoga practices. Cultivate inner peace as you move through gentle flows, grounding poses, and mindful meditations fostering a deeper connection with yourself and the present moment.
Breathwork: Tap into the transformative power of your breath with breathwork sessions designed to release tension stored in the body, unlock stagnant energy, and cultivate a sense of balance, relaxation and vitality.
Time in nature and to relax: Enjoy walks in nature and have time to relax and reconnect.


What's Included?

Pre-departure:

1x Exploration call
Full screening
1x Preparative consultation with one of our Psychotherapists
1 x Online preparation and information group call.
Preparation workbook and videos


The Retreat:

4 days, 3 nights in a private venue surrounded by nature
2 sessions with Psilocybin Truffles
Personal care for the duration: 1 Psychotherapist/Psychologist and 1 highly experienced facilitator
Private transfer from city center/ hotel/airport to and from the venue
All meals: vegetarian/vegan, organic and local (where possible)
Tailored movement practices/yoga/embodiment techniques
Tailored breathwork techniques (e.g. pranayama/Wim Hof/ conscious connect breath/ circular breathing)
Art and mandala work
Nature walks/ sauna/jacuzzi (depending on the venue)


Integration after the retreat:

1:1 Integrative consultation call with a Psychotherapist
1 x Online integration group call.
Follow-up options and referrals
Integration workbooks, videos and other materials







Example Retreat Schedule
Day 1: Pick up near the central train station in Amsterdam early evening. Arrive at venue for opening circle, preparation, dinner,  nature walk/sauna and early night.

Day 2 and Day 3: Yoga/body movement and meditation/breathwork followed by breakfast. Mid-day Psilocybin session. Evening of reflection and integration with the support of the facilitators, followed by dinner and evening integration practices/art work/time in nature.

Day 4: Yoga/body movement and meditation/breathwork followed by breakfast. Morning of integration and support. Leave the venue late morning. Drop off at Amsterdam central train station.
Venue
We operate a pool of venues in beautiful locations in rural Netherlands based on availability. Our venues have shared or private rooms and may offer a sauna, jacuzzi/hot tub, lake or sea swimming and forest walks.



Please note: To apply for a retreat, please email Admin@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 full suitability for our retreat.
Booking Conditions







Deposit of €2,000 euro is required to secure your place.
The programme fee does not include flights or other transport to the Netherlands.
For legal reasons, the cost of the truffles is not included. We will arrange for you to buy the truffles from a third party (allow €75 per person).
If you do not qualify for the retreat programme after a consultation with our Psychotherapist, we will return your deposit minus the Therapist's consultation and admin fee of €200.
Our coronavirus protocols can be found under the FAQ section of our website.
REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY:  Terms & Conditions.







Questions?
Please visit the InwardBound website or contact us.


Costa Rica
We are also offering private retreats in Costa Rica. Email rob@inwardbound.ie for full details.
Group retreat
If the private retreat is not an option we recommend checking out our group retreat options here


Private retreat FAQ
1. Where do you meet on the first day of the retreat?
We arrange pick up from the center of Amsterdam/your hotel/Schiphol airport.
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?
We operate from a pool of venues about 1-2 hours from the center of Amsterdam.
4. Can I book extra preparation or integration sessions?
Yes, these can be added when you are applying or after you have applied.
5. What are the doses of truffles used?
The psilocybin dosage is tailored to you so from a light-medium-high dose which you can discuss with the Psychotherapist. For the 2nd ceremony,  you can increase the dose if desired and if recommended by the therapist.
6. How long are the psilocybin sessions?
Approximately 4-6 hours
7. 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 and integrate after the retreat.
8. How many facilitators are there?
We usually have 1 male and 1 female facilitator so there is the balance of masculine and feminine energy.