MDMA THERAPY

Our therapy locations: Schiedam, Den Bosch, Noordwijk, or at your home

One of the most frequently asked questions we receive is not about the content of therapy, but about something very practical: where does a session take place? That is understandable. The environment in which you work on personal themes can have a significant influence on how safe, relaxed, and supported you feel. Therefore, we offer multiple options so that you can choose a setting that suits your needs, your travel distance, and your level of privacy.

In this article, we explain which fixed therapy locations are available, when a session at home or at a rented venue might be logical, and which practical points to consider beforehand. We describe this in an informative and nuanced manner. It is not individual advice, nor is it a medical or legal assessment of your situation.

Why location matters in therapy

In many forms of therapy, the treatment room is “just” a room. However, in more intensive sessions, the setting can be an essential part of your experience. Consider factors such as stimuli (light, sound), a sense of privacy, the opportunity to rest, and how you feel upon arrival and departure. Practical matters also play a role, such as accessibility by public transport, parking options, and whether you need to travel afterwards.

Therefore, we work with multiple locations and offer the option of on-site guidance. This allows you, within the possibilities of the practice, to choose a setting that suits what you need at that moment for your therapy process.

Permanent location: Psychedelic Loft in Schiedam

The most popular regular spot is the Psychedelic Loft in Schiedam (Noordvestsingel 77, 3119 DC Schiedam). This location is set up for individual and small-scale sessions, with a calm and atmospheric ambiance. For many people, this helps them settle in more quickly, especially when tension or uncertainty is present beforehand.

An important practical advantage is accessibility. Schiedam is easy to reach, even for people coming from other parts of the Netherlands or from abroad. In practice, we see that a predictable, professionally arranged setting provides peace of mind for many participants: you know what to expect and you have less to organize yourself.

This location often offers a fully catered experience, including the option of an overnight stay. This can be convenient if you prefer not to travel after an intensive session. Whether this option is suitable depends on your plans, preferences, and the arrangements regarding the guidance.

Other locations: Den Bosch and Noordwijk

In addition to Schiedam, there are currently two other fixed locations where sessions can take place by appointment: Den Bosch and Noordwijk. The advantage of having multiple locations is that you sometimes have less travel time and can choose an environment that suits you better. While one person feels most at ease in an urban environment with good accessibility, another seeks more peace and quiet or a specific atmosphere.

In Den Bosch, there is a location at Kerkhoekweg 25 (5211 BP 's-Hertogenbosch). In Noordwijk, there is a location at Pauluslaan 124 (2204 CB Noordwijk). These locations can be visited by appointment. Therefore, it is not a walk-in service, but a setting tailored to scheduled sessions.

The best location varies from person to person. Sometimes distance plays the biggest role, sometimes it is privacy, ease of parking, or the feeling a place gives you. During an intake, you can mention these kinds of preferences so that the practical aspects of therapy align well with your process.

Therapy at your home, in a hotel or holiday home

Not everyone wants to or is able to travel for a session. Therefore, on-location guidance is often possible throughout the Netherlands, provided the location falls within the guide's service area. This can be your own home address, but also a rented holiday home, an Airbnb, or a hotel. For some people, this is actually the quietest option, either because you are in a familiar environment or because you do not have to leave the house afterwards.

A home session can also be practical if you become easily overstimulated, if you prefer to have your own belongings at hand, or if you prefer maximum privacy. However, it is important that the space is suitable: consider sufficient quiet, a place where you can lie or sit comfortably, and a setting where the guidance can take place undisturbed.

When renting a location, it is especially relevant to check in advance whether you can be there undisturbed, what the check-in and check-out times are, and whether the environment feels safe and quiet. These kinds of details may seem small, but they can make the difference between “not quite settling in” and “being able to settle into the process with peace.”.

Supervisors' work areas and travel time: what you can practically expect

The possibility of on-site therapy depends on the supervisor's service area. In practice, a maximum travel time or a radius around a place of residence is often used. This is not only a logistical matter but also a quality and safety aspect: guidance requires focus and sufficient room in the schedule.

Examples of work areas mentioned include: a maximum travel time of approximately two hours from Noordwijkerhout, or availability within approximately 45 to 60 minutes' travel time from places such as Valkenswaard, Den Bosch, Bussum, Vlaardingen, Maassluis, and the surrounding area. The exact possibilities may change due to the schedule, availability, and planning. Therefore, it is advisable to share your location preferences early in the process.

Also good to know: there is a postal address for administrative matters that is not a visiting address. Session locations can only be visited by appointment, to ensure the peace and privacy of participants.

What if you are from Belgium or traveling from far away?

For people from Belgium or participants coming from further away, accessibility is often the deciding factor. In practice, Schiedam and Den Bosch are frequently chosen because these locations are logistically feasible and because a fixed location with clear facilities provides a clear overview for many people.

Additionally, on-location sessions in the Netherlands are sometimes an alternative, for example, when someone prefers to rent a quiet place and be guided there. What is most suitable in your case depends on your travel schedule, the desired setting, and practical feasibility.

Please note: in this article, we do not make statements about what is “allowed” or “not allowed” in individual situations. Laws and regulations can change and vary by context. If you have questions about this, please discuss the practical possibilities within the context of your practice.

MDMA sessions and the context: research and harm reduction

Because the title and subject matter are often associated with questions regarding MDMA, it is important to state this clearly: MDMA sessions can currently only be discussed and structured within scientific research or in clinical practice in a harm-reduction context. This means that the way a session is offered, the arrangements, screening, and guidance are highly context-dependent.

In this type of information, we deliberately avoid medical claims and promises of cures. Research into MDMA-assisted therapy, including for trauma-related complaints, is promising but also surrounded by important conditions, selection criteria, and uncertainties. Furthermore, people's experiences can vary. Location choice is one aspect of this, alongside preparation, guidance, aftercare, and safety.

Those who want to read more about the broader frameworks and practical possibilities can visit the page. MDMA therapy. Concepts, expectations, and the distinction between research, the practical context, and harm reduction are discussed in more detail there.

How do you choose a suitable therapy location?

If you are unsure whether to choose a fixed location or a session at your home, it can help to ask yourself a few questions:

Do I feel calmer in a furnished, neutral place, or rather in my own environment?

Do I want to travel after the session, or would I prefer to be able to rest immediately?

How important is privacy to me, and what do I need for it?

Am I sensitive to stimuli such as noise from neighbors, traffic, or other guests (at a hotel or Airbnb)?

Which location is practically feasible given my schedule and that of the supervisor?

The goal of these questions is not to force a “perfect” choice, but to choose consciously. A suitable setting can help you pay more attention to your process in therapy, rather than to peripheral matters.

Practical step: intake and coordination

The best way to discover what suits you is to discuss your preferences and goals during an intake. This allows us to tailor matters such as location, travel time, setting, and what you need to feel safe and supported. If you would like to explore the possibilities of a session and immediately indicate your wishes, you can sign up via Sign up for MDMA session.

We emphasize once again: this is general information. What is suitable varies by person and situation, and always requires careful consideration.

Conclusion

Whether you choose Schiedam, Den Bosch, Noordwijk, or guidance at your home, the location is more than just an address. It is part of the setting in which therapy takes place. By thinking in advance about peace, privacy, distractions, and travel time, you increase the chance that the practical aspects will support your process rather than hinder it. With an intake, you can explore together which option best aligns with your preferences and what is feasible within the guidance.