Psychedelic Coaching

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Do you want to give your psychedelic experience lasting meaning?

Embarking on a psychedelic journey can have a profound impact. It ranks in the top 5 of the most meaningful experiences. During your journey, you should gain access to a valuable treasure trove of information that was previously hidden to you. Sometimes, this information is shrouded in a mist of strange images, cryptic symbols, or even the most extraordinary fairytale or biblical figures. But what does it all mean? And how do you translate all these insights or lessons into practice so that it doesn’t remain a one-time experience?

Especially for those who want to get the most out of their journey, I am here as a psychedelic coach. Prior to a journey to prepare as effectively as possible and after a journey for the most effective integration.

What is covered during the coaching?

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IS A PSYCHEDELIC JOURNEY SUITABLE FOR YOU AT THIS TIME?
And is it the best tool for what you want to achieve?
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PRACTICAL PREPARATION

From diet to the choice of a provider or the best psychoactive substance for you. Since you have an influence on how your journey unfolds, good preparation is a must, and what happens after a journey is just as important as the journey itself.

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EXPECTATION MANAGEMENT

I prepare you for what you can expect from the psychedelic substance or plant medicine you choose. Its effects, benefits, possible experiences, risks, and how to anticipate them.

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FOCUSING

I help you formulate your intention sharp and clear.

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LEARNING TO LET GO

I teach you to develop your psychonautic skills; letting go of control, fully surrendering, and facing whatever arises. I coach you on this so that you enter the journey more self-assured and in full trust.

“Keep your eyes on the stars and your feet on the ground.”

How does a psychedelic journey unfold?

Journeys can be undertaken with many psychedelics: Ayahuasca, truffles, mushrooms, LSD, or with more grounding substances like San Pedro or Kambo. During a journey, you are regularly treated to the most fantastic colorful images. Sometimes, you hear a clear voice speaking to you, with all the answers to your life questions. Other times, you are thrown back into other scenarios, like your childhood, or you become one with the universe. If you have a pleasant journey, you can reach a state of ecstatic love and bliss. And if you are unlucky, you may not have a pleasant experience and end up in a so-called ‘bad trip.’

But what do the images, symbols, and figures mean? And whose voice is that with all those valuable lessons and insights? Can you trust what you hear or see about what awaits you in the future? How should you interpret all of this? And how do you turn all the insights or lessons into practice so that it doesn’t remain a one-time experience? Psychedelics are teachers; they show you, and then, it’s up to you.

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Preparation

People who are well-prepared for the journey reduce the chance of a ‘bad trip’ or anxious and depressive feelings afterward by 90%. The set and setting together determine your journey. The set is about your mindset; can you let go of control sufficiently and embrace what comes up during your journey? Are you willing to fully surrender? The setting is about where you will make your journey; how do you make the right choice of a provider, and do they offer a pleasant atmosphere and a safe environment? It’s important that you feel completely safe so that you can fully surrender to the experience. I guide you in the lead-up to your psychedelic journey.

Mental, Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Meaning

Integration Coaching

Integration means taking the time and space after a psychedelic journey to process everything mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. After the effects of the psychedelic substance have worn off so that your psychedelic experience truly gains lasting meaning. If you don’t dedicate enough time to integration, the effects of a journey may slowly fade away, which is a real shame. That’s why it’s necessary for you to also take action afterward. Sometimes, integration can take weeks or even months.

As a psychedelic integration coach with years of experience with various substances:

  • I help you interpret and understand the often powerful lessons and insights from a journey;
  • I help you integrate the lessons and insights into your daily life;
  • I teach you ways to continue working with the substance at home.

I’m willing to journey a part of the way with you.

Coaching Rates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why Would I Use a Psychedelic?

Of course, you don’t have to. That first. But if you want to make big strides, it can be a very powerful therapeutic tool or tool for your personal and spiritual development. It is one of the most powerful and fastest tools that take you directly to your subconscious. Thoughts or behaviors that are unconscious or hidden become easier and quicker to see. More than just with coaching or therapy alone.

With What Substances Can You Microdose?

You can microdose with almost all (classic) psychedelics. Think of microdosing truffles, microdosing mushrooms, microdosing ayahuasca, microdosing LSD, and microdosing with cacti. You then microdose respectively with a low dose of psilocybin (truffles and mushrooms), caapi (ayahuasca), Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), or mescaline (hallucinogenic cacti such as San Pedro or Peyote). Of which the truffles, 1P-LSD, and caapi are legally available.

Can Everyone Microdose?
Since it involves very low doses, almost everyone can microdose. Unlike a full dose – and with proper use – you don’t have to worry about psychosis, a bad trip, or other experiences where you lose control.

There are a number of cases where microdosing is discouraged:

-In people with schizophrenia, psychosis susceptibility, paranoia/suspicion, or severe anxiety disorders;
-Persons under the age of 18;
-Pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding

Why Should I Get Coached While Microdosing?

Microdosing and coaching are the golden combo. The psychedelics give you a lot of insights and then it’s up to you to do something with them. Many people run into not knowing how to apply this in their daily lives. It may be that you can’t yet place the insights or don’t know what they mean or what you can do with them. With my coaching, I mirror you so that it becomes clearer for you and help you integrate all these insights and lessons into your life. I challenge you to get the most out of it. I am your support, your mirror, and your coach. Or maybe you don’t know how and where to start in the wonderful world of psychedelics. Then I help you on your way! So you can optimally experience the positive effects.

Which Psychedelic is Most Suitable for Me?

That depends on several factors; including your personal preferences, your wishes, your complaints, and ailments. During the coaching, this will be addressed and I will advise you on this.

Does Microdosing Go Along with Medications and Supplements?

Because it involves very low amounts of hallucinogens, microdosing often goes along with medications and supplements. The most popular psychoactive substances for microdosing are: psilocybin from truffles or mushrooms, LSD, and 1P-LSD. There is a list of medications and supplements that do not have negative interactions. You can check if your medication or supplement is on the list.

For psychedelics that contain MAO inhibitors, such as ayahuasca, more caution is needed. Especially in combination with other medications. In large amounts, these must not be combined at all with certain medications (such as other MAO inhibitors and SSRIs) and they do not go together with certain foods (for example: fermented foods, certain cheeses, red meat, and alcohol) and supplements.

Psychedelics are still psychedelics, so caution is advised. Also, little is known about long-term use. Therefore, it is advisable not to do a cure for more than 10 weeks, then take a long break of about 3 or 4 months (or longer), and use microdosing as a temporary tool. Consult your doctor if in doubt.

What About the Dosage/The Sweet Spot?

In microdosing, finding the right dosage is crucial to optimally experience the positive effects. This is very personal and is called the sweet spot. This is very precise and if you go over it, you will encounter challenges during microdosing. Want to know more about this? Check out this video.

What Risks are Associated with Microdosing?

Overall, the classic psychedelics, like magic mushrooms or truffles, LSD, and DMT, are among the safest drugs. Even safer than alcohol, weed, and tobacco.

These substances are not addictive in the traditional sense of the word. You cannot become physically dependent on them. But as with everything, it’s wise not to go overboard. Psychedelics can make you feel really good. Something we all want. Therefore, see it as a powerful, but temporary tool.

People with bipolar disorder may benefit from microdosing during the depressive phase, but better not microdose during a manic phase as the mania can be intensified.

In people with anxieties, microdosing can intensify the anxieties. And in people with paranoia symptoms, the paranoia and suspicion can increase.

Check out this information from the Global Commission on Drug Policy.

Is Microdosing Legal?

A number of psychedelics are legal including magic truffles, the caapi from ayahuasca, and 1P-LSD. A number are not legal, such as LSD and DMT and mescaline from cacti like San Pedro. You can legally buy a grow kit for magic mushrooms online. But as soon as they grow, they become illegal. In small amounts, the use of psychedelics for personal use is tolerated. The Microdosing Coach only works with legal substances.

Is the Psychedelic Included in a Program?

No. Together we look at which psychedelic is suitable for you. The Microdosing Coach has a lot of (legal) substances in-house making it quick and easy for you to start. The Microdosing Coach only works with legal means. See also the webshop.

I Want to Microdose at Work. They Are Mind-Altering Substances. Isn't That Dangerous?

In some professions, I advise against microdosing, for example, if you are a pilot or a professional athlete. In these professions, drug tests are regularly carried out.

If you do not belong to these professional groups and you want to microdose during work, it is important to find your own sweet spot. Once you have found it, then the substances actually increase your mental alertness, focus, and responsiveness. It is advisable to be guided so that you can microdose safely and prepared during work.

It also depends on the work you do and what your employment contract says. Doubtful? Contact me.

I Am Pregnant or Breastfeeding. Can I Microdose?

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, microdosing is discouraged. The research is not yet so far that we know what it does to your (unborn) baby.

Do You Take the Psychedelic Every Day?

That depends on the substance. With most, you follow rest days. To prevent habituation, you leave 1 or 2 days in between. The most suitable protocol for you will be discussed during the coaching.

Can You Expect Side Effects?

In general, psychedelics have little to no side effects. Sometimes sensitive people experience mild nausea or stomach discomfort when taking psilocybin. Sometimes people get tired from microdosing or they get headaches: after all, you are intensely engaged in your personal development. That takes energy!

Does Microdosing Have a Placebo Effect?

Does microdosing really work? That’s a question I often get. There is currently still a lot of research being done on microdosing, but current findings suggest that the effects of microdosing go beyond just placebo. Studies point to changes in neurological processes and neurotransmitters that may be related to mood, cognition, and creativity. Although more research is needed for a full understanding, it appears that microdosing can indeed have real physiological and psychological effects, in addition to any placebo effects. Check out the reviews on my website or social media for microdosing experiences of others who have gone before you.

Can I Eat and Drink Everything During Microdosing?

In principle, you can continue to eat and drink everything. However, eating healthily is best. And alcohol and coffee can influence microdosing. Preferably do not drink alcohol during a microdosing course. And caffeine is less of a problem. Read the blog about caffeine. Maybe it’s obvious, but we’ll mention it here anyway: no other drugs during this phase. If you still want to take a full dose of a plant medicine, you need to stop the microdosing at least 3 days beforehand and after the full dose, it is only useful to restart microdosing 2 weeks later. But less is more! Be mindful of the use of these sacred means.

My Approach

I have had the privilege of safely coaching many people using psychedelics, including in the corporate world. In addition, I have completed various trainings, courses, and workshops, including those at the Microdosing Institute and the Mind Foundation.
My style is spiritual, playful, heartfelt, while also being to the point and results-oriented. I listen without judgment and work with great passion.

I use mindfulness and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). The principle of ACT is that people are better off embracing their thoughts and emotions rather than trying to change them. It has been proven that ACT is an effective treatment for numerous conditions or simply to feel better.

My practice is in Amsterdam South, but I also offer remote coaching via Skype or Zoom.

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