Guided MDMA sessions: why it is a process and not a “standalone experience” A guided MDMA session is sometimes described as an intense moment that “opens something up” or “releases something”. In practice, it is…
MDMA or psilocybin for shame and trauma: which fits best?
Introduction: Shame, Trauma, and the Question of the “Best” Fabric Deep-seated shame can feel like a stubborn core: the idea that you are not good enough, that you are “broken,” or that…
MDMA and mental support in endurance athletes: what does new research say?
Endurance sports demand discipline, perseverance, and a high pain tolerance. At the same time, they also entail specific mental strain, such as performance pressure, injuries, overtraining, and sometimes a sports culture where “being strong” seems more important…
MDMA trials: guidance as psychotherapy or harm reduction framework?
In recent years, much attention has been paid to studies involving psychedelics, including MDMA. In this context, the debate is not only about the substance itself, but also, and perhaps more importantly, about what surrounds it…
MDMA therapy for OCD and anxiety: screening, medication, and safe build-up
Introduction: why OCD, anxiety, and MDMA require extra care. Many people with OCD (or OCS) and anxiety seek ways to break stuck patterns. Sometimes, this also raises the question…
Who led the most MDMA and psychedelic sessions in the Netherlands?
It is difficult to determine who “has conducted the most sessions.” The question of who has led the most MDMA and other psychedelic sessions in the Netherlands sounds simple. In practice, it is…
MDMA-assisted relationship therapy in the Netherlands for couples from abroad
More and more couples from abroad are turning to the Netherlands for sessions involving psychoactive substances in a relationship context. This often happens after a long period of relationship therapy, coaching, or counseling, in which partners…
MDMA and SSRIs: what does it mean for safety and therapeutic efficacy?
More and more people are exploring the possibilities of psychedelics or empathogens in a therapeutic context. At the same time, a large group of people uses antidepressants, including SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors). This leads to a logical…
MDMA sessions with a tripsitter: experiences and reviews per facilitator
Anyone looking for information about a guided MDMA session will quickly turn to anecdotal evidence. Reviews can offer a sense of recognition, but they are also colored by personal context, expectations, and the setting in which…
What happens during MDMA therapy? Brain, emotions, and guidance explained
MDMA therapy often raises two types of questions: what does MDMA do to your brain, and what actually happens in the room during a session? The short answer is that there are usually three…
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