Returning Within
A one-month psychedelic therapy journey in the Netherlands
An intimate, small-group psychedelic experience for up to three people, combining individual preparation, a guided psilocybin truffle ceremony, breathwork and therapeutic integration.
If you’re looking for more than a single psychedelic experience, and want time to prepare, explore what is underneath your intention, and integrate what emerges. Returning Within offers a supported process from beginning to end.
Maximum 3 participants · One-month journey · Soest, Netherlands
Choose your date:
RETURNING WITHIN
21 NOVEMBER 2026
Ceremony day · Soest
RETURNING WITHIN
29 DECEMBER 2026
Ceremony day · Soest
What is Returning Within?
Returning Within is a one-month therapeutic psychedelic journey for a maximum of three participants in the Netherlands.
The journey combines:
- 1-hour individual preparation session before the experience
- Preparation materials and guidance to support your intention, setting and readiness
- A full day together for the guided psilocybin ceremony, in an intimate group of up to three people
- Breathwork session with a Certified Breathwork Coach
- Nourishing vegetarian food, soup, snacks and drinks after the ceremony
- 1- hour individual integration session after the experience
- Integration materials and guidance to support the weeks following the ceremony
The journey is held by experienced trauma-informed facilitators and draws on Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Body Psychotherapy. It includes individual preparation and integration sessions, breathwork, and a guided psilocybin truffle ceremony in an intimate group of up to three people.
Is this what you’re looking for?
You may be drawn to Returning Within if:
- You feel disconnected from yourself and want to reconnect.
- You’re going through a transition and want space to listen inwardly.
- You notice recurring emotional or relational patterns that you want to explore more deeply.
- You have been doing personal development or therapy and feel ready to explore another layer of your inner world.
- You’re curious about psychedelic work but don’t want to approach it as a standalone experience.
- You want preparation and integration alongside the psychedelic experience.
- You’re looking for a small, intimate setting rather than a large group retreat.
You don’t need to arrive with a perfectly defined intention.
Sometimes the most meaningful starting point is simply: “Something in me knows it’s time to look within.”
A Month Long Journey
Individual Preparation
We meet individually to explore what is bringing you to this experience.
We’ll look at your intention, your current life circumstances and what you may want to explore.
You’ll also receive practical guidance for preparing for your psychedelic experience.
You don’t need to know exactly what you want to work on.
A Day Within
The heart of the journey is an intimate psychedelic ceremony with a maximum of three participants.
You’ll have time to settle and connect with the group. After we will have a breathwork practice and continue with the psychedelic experience with two facilitators available throughout the day. And we will end the day with a vegetarian soup, snacks and tea.
The day is from 9:30 – 18:30
Integrating
The experience doesn’t end when the ceremony ends. You’ll have an individual integration session.
Integration is about noticing what may have shifted, in your body, emotions, relationships, patterns and everyday life, and exploring how you want to relate to it moving forward.
Additional integration sessions are available if you feel you’d like further support.
A Therapeutic Approach to Psychedelic Work
More than a psychedelic experience
Psychedelics can open doors, but the experience itself is only one part of the process.
My approach draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), Body Psychotherapy and trauma-informed practice. I support you in becoming curious about what emerges as you might encounter emotions, sensations, memories, inner conflicts or different parts of yourself. There is no need to force anything away. We can slow down, listen and create space for what is there.
The intention is not to become someone different. It is to reconnect with more of yourself.
What the Day Looks Like
- Arrival & Grounding (9:30am)
- Breathwork
- Break & Preparation
- Therapeutic Psychedelic Ceremony
- Closing, Nourishment & Grounding (6:30pm)
The timing is approximate and may adapt to the needs of the group and the unfolding of the experience.
Meet the Facilitators
Alejandra Rodriguez
Lead Facilitator & Therapist
Originally from Peru and based in the Netherlands, Alejandra is passionate about creating spaces where people can reconnect with themselves, the wisdom of their body and heart, and what feels true for them. Her work integrates Body-Oriented Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Nonviolent Communication (NVC), somatic practices, and legal psilocybin-assisted experiences.
Through therapeutic guidance, deep listening, and integration-focused support, she creates the conditions for meaningful self-discovery, healing, and lasting change.
Therapist • IFS L3 • Retreat Facilitator
Hans Vlaskamp
Facilitator, Breathwork & Integration Support
Breath Coach • Retreat Facilitator
Hans brings a grounded and empathic presence to the retreat. Drawing from breathwork, Nonviolent Communication, men’s work, and embodiment practices, he supports participants in connecting more deeply with themselves and integrating insights into everyday life.
Through practical integration support and compassionate listening, he helps create a safe environment where participants can explore their experience at their own pace.
What is Included?
Your Returning Within journey includes
Before
- Individual preparation session
- Preparation guidance
- Intention-setting and therapeutic exploration
During
- Full-day psychedelic experience
- Maximum 3 participants
- Breathwork session with Hans
- Two-facilitator support
- Vegetarian soup, snacks and refreshments
After
- Individual integration session
- Integration guidance
- Option to book additional integration sessions
Is Returning Within right for you?
Psychedelic experiences are not appropriate for everyone. Before participating, you’ll have a discovery call and screening process to explore your intentions, circumstances, relevant health information and whether this type of experience is appropriate for you.
We’ll also discuss preparation, the setting, informed consent and what support is available before and after the experience. If this offering isn’t appropriate for you, I’ll tell you honestly and may suggest another form of support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is psilocybin legal in the Netherlands?
Yes. This retreat includes a legal psilocybin truffle ceremony, which is permitted under Dutch law. The ceremony is held in a safe, carefully prepared, and professionally supported setting.
How many participants will attend?
The group is limited to three participants and minimum 2 people.
Do I need previous psychedelic experience?
No. Previous psychedelic experience isn’t required. What matters is that the experience is appropriate for you and that you’re willing to approach it with preparation and openness.
Will I be alone during the experience?
No. Two facilitators are present throughout the ceremony.
Why do you include preparation and integration?
Because the psychedelic experience is only one part of the process. Preparation can help you approach the experience intentionally, while integration provides space to make sense of what emerges and bring it into everyday life.
What preparation is included?
Preparation includes a 30-minute discovery call, a 1-hour preparation session, and guidance materials. The intention is to help you arrive feeling informed, grounded, and ready for the experience.
Can I participate if I am taking medication?
Some medications may not be compatible with psilocybin. This is one of the reasons we have an application and screening process. Any relevant medications, medical conditions, or concerns will be discussed before participation is confirmed.
What is the investment for the retreat?
The investment details will be shared during the discovery call and application process.
What is your cancellation policy?
Due to the small group size and the preparation involved, retreat spaces are limited and reserved specifically for each participant.
To secure your place, a deposit is required and is non-refundable. If you cancel more than 60 days before the retreat, your payment will be refunded minus the deposit. Cancellations made between 30 and 60 days before the retreat are eligible for a 50% refund. Unfortunately, cancellations made less than 30 days before the retreat are non-refundable.
If your place can be filled by another participant, we will always do our best to find a fair solution.
Perhaps something in you is ready to turn inward
You don’t need to know exactly what you’re looking for. The first step is simply a conversation.
We’ll explore what brings you here, what you’re hoping for, and whether Returning Within feels like the right container for you.