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…
Pixar films as preparation for psychedelic therapy for trauma
At first glance, Pixar films seem primarily intended for relaxation. Yet many people recognize themes in them that are surprisingly close to what can come into play in (psychedelic) therapy regarding trauma: safety…
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…
MDMA therapy for PTSD: what does research say and what is legal in the Netherlands?
The question of whether MDMA can help with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) often stems from hope, but also from frustration with existing treatment options. In recent years, there has been increasing scientific research…
Psilocybin and trauma: who is a guided session suitable for?
Introduction: psilocybin, trauma, and the question of suitability. Interest in psilocybin, the active ingredient in magic truffles, among other things, is growing. Part of that interest stems from scientific research, another…
The phases of a psilocybin ceremony and what they mean in therapy
Introduction A psilocybin ceremony is often described by participants as a process that unfolds in distinct phases. Not because every session is the same, but because recurring patterns appear in many experience reports….
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