In many discussions about psychedelics and depression, the same picture emerges: the substance is seen as primarily a “helper” that makes psychotherapy more powerful. That idea is understandable, especially since many modern studies work…
Informal caregivers in psychedelic therapy for cancer: what do we learn?
In the public discussion about psychedelic therapy for cancer, the focus is often on the patient: can a substance like LSD, psilocybin, or MDMA help with existential anxiety, depression, or coping with…
Visions with psychedelics and trauma: interpreting symbolism without forcing it
Visions during a psychedelic experience can be impressive. Some people see archetypal images, mythical figures, animal symbols, encounters with deceased persons, or scenes that feel like a “message” from a higher intelligence….
Magic truffles (sclerotia) explained: effects, law, and trauma
Magic truffles, also known as sclerotia, raise many questions. Are they mushrooms? Why are they available in the Netherlands (under conditions) while magic mushrooms are prohibited? And what do they mean in the context…
Guided MDMA sessions: preparation, safety, and integration
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…
How psilocybin reorganizes brain circuits during trauma and recovery
The term “psilocybin resets the brain” frequently appears in the media and in personal stories. It sounds appealingly simple, especially to people living with the consequences of trauma and ingrained thinking patterns…
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 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…
Stopping or guiding a bad trip: what really works according to trip therapy?
A “bad trip” is an umbrella term for a psychedelic experience that feels overwhelming, frightening, or confusing. Online, it often revolves around a quick fix: a trip killer that immediately shuts everything down. Within trip therapy…
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…
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