lasting transformation in psilocybin retreats
Discover why the real key to sustainable personal transformation with psilocybin lies in set, setting, and integration.
What is set & setting in psilocybin retreats?
“Set” refers to the psychological mindset, emotional readiness, intentions, expectations, that you bring into the psilocybin experience. “Setting” encompasses the physical surroundings, the social environment, the presence (or absence) of supportive and professional guides, and the atmosphere of the space where the experience unfolds.
Clinical studies and retreat-based practices consistently show that supportive settings and well-prepared participants are critical to maximizing therapeutic benefits [1],[2]. For more information you can read the full article: “the importance of set & setting”.
What is integration in psilocybin retreats?
Integration involves understanding and assimilating the insights and experiences gained from psychedelic journeys and incorporating them into one’s daily life in a meaningful and constructive way.
This process is essential for translating the often profound and sometimes disorienting experiences into tangible benefits for personal growth, emotional healing, and self-awareness. If you want to dive deeper you can read the full article: “Psychedelic Integration – what is it and how does it work?”.
safe and professional psilocybin retreat
At Evolute Institute – our 12-week psilocybin retreat program EvoSHIFT in the Netherlands – includes three preparation sessions, three integration sessions, and four 1:1 coaching conversations, ensuring that every participant is supported before, during, and after the retreat, so insights become real and sustainable growth.
All participants also undergo a thorough medical screening before the retreat, and a licensed doctor is present on-site – alongside with our highly trained facilitators – to ensure the highest level of safety and care throughout the experience.
is a psilocybin retreat right for me?
Before choosing a psilocybin retreat, it’s important to take an honest look at your intentions. If you’re seeking a quick fix, this may not be the right path. A psilocybin retreat is a catalyst for growth, for those who feel ready to explore themselves with curiosity, guided support, and a commitment to integration beyond the experience itself.
Our EvoSHIFT psilocybin program retreat, is designed with care and responsibility. Every participant goes through a medical and psychological screening process, to ensure safety and suitability. This includes an exclusion criteria to protect participants for whom psilocybin might not be appropriate, for example, those with certain psychiatric conditions or ongoing medical treatments.
To understand this journey fully, it can be helpful to learn: wat psilocybine is, the role it can play in personal development, and how everything comes together, during the psilocybin ceremony – elements that are thoughtfully woven into our EvoSHIFT program.
OUR PSILOCYBIN PROGRAM EVOSHIFT AT A GLANCE
Een zorgvuldig samengestelde reis van 3 maanden met gelijkgestemde pioniers
VOORBEREIDING
3 weken digitale, parttime voorbereidingsfase om je ervaring te verdiepen: drie groepssessies + één persoonlijke 1-op-1 sessie
RETREAT
4 dagen fulltime in ons prachtige en rustige privé retraitecentrum in Nederland. 2 persoonlijke 1-op-1 coachingsessies. Ondersteuning voor je veranderde bewustzijnstoestanden ervaringen in een veilige, legale en professionele omgeving.
INTEGRATIE
2 maanden digitale, parttime integratiefase om je leven te transformeren: drie groepssessies + één persoonlijke 1-op-1 coachingsessie
Onze belofte van kwaliteit en professionaliteit aan jou
PSYCHEDELISCHE ERVARING
Wij ondersteunen je ervaring met veranderde bewustzijnstoestanden en legale psilocybine truffels op een veilige en professionele manier.
UNIEK CURRICULUM
Geavanceerd curriculum gebaseerd op de nieuwste wetenschap en oude wijsheidstradities. Een persoonlijk ontwikkelingscurriculum op maat voor mensen die meer uit het leven willen halen en naar een hoger niveau willen.
ERVARINGSLEREN
Je groei bevorderen met psychologie, meditatie, lichaams- en ademwerk, kunst en innerlijke capaciteitsopbouw
Een leerervaring die zal nieuwe horizonten openen
JOUW BEHOEFTEN ZIJN BELANGRIJK
We richten ons op jouw individuele intentie en behoeften met 1-op-1 coachingsessies voor, tijdens en na de retraite
JE BENT IN GOEDE HANDEN
DE AANDACHT DIE JE VERDIENT
Overzicht van je EvoSHIFT-reis van 3 maanden
is Evoshift retreat right for me?
Before deciding, take a moment to reflect honestly on these key questions:
| ✅ EvoSHIFT is right for you | ❌ EvoSHIFT is not for you |
|---|---|
| You’re ready for deep inner work and personal transformation. | You’re looking for a quick fix or an “entertaining experience”. |
| You bring presence and emotional courage to your developmental process. | You’re unwilling to face discomfort or take responsibility for your process. |
| You value structured preparation and long-term integration. | You only want a quick trip without deeper commitment. |
| You appreciate an intimate, carefully curated peer group. | You’re not interested in group connection. |
| You respect shared space and others’ processes, building mutual trust. | You find others’ experiences annoying or irrelevant to your own growth. |
| You understand that you do the work, not the substance. | You expect the substance or guides to “fix” you. |
| You’re willing to invest in quality, safety, and depth. | You want a low-cost, low-commitment psychedelic offering. |
| You want a science-based, wisdom-inspired, grounded setting. | You seek a shamanic or recreational experience. |
| ✅ EvoSHIFT is right for you, if… | ❌ EvoSHIFT is not for you, if… |
|---|---|
| You’re ready for deep inner work and personal transformation. | You’re looking for a quick fix or an “entertaining experience”. |
| You bring presence and emotional courage to your developmental process. | You’re unwilling to face discomfort or take responsibility for your process. |
| You value structured preparation and long-term integration. | You only want a quick trip without deeper commitment. |
| You appreciate an intimate, carefully curated peer group. | You’re not interested in group connection. |
| You respect shared space and others’ processes, building mutual trust. | You find others’ experiences annoying or irrelevant to your own growth. |
| You understand that you do the work, not the substance. | You expect the substance or guides to “fix” you. |
| You’re willing to invest in quality, safety, and depth. | You want a low-cost, low-commitment psychedelic offering. |
| You want a science-based, wisdom-inspired, grounded setting. | You seek a shamanic or recreational experience. |
Veelgestelde vragen
What is “Set and Setting” in Psilocybin Retreats?
Set refers to your psychological mindset, emotional readiness, intentions, and expectations that you bring into the psilocybin experience.
Setting includes the physical surroundings, the social environment, and the presence (or absence) of supportive and professional guides, as well as the overall atmosphere of the space where the experience unfolds.
Clinical studies and retreat-based practices consistently show that supportive settings and well-prepared participants are critical to maximizing therapeutic benefits [1], [2].
What is “Integration” in Psilocybin Retreats?
Integration is the process of understanding and assimilating the insights and experiences gained from psychedelic journeys and incorporating them into your daily life in a meaningful and constructive way.
This step is essential for transforming profound or disorienting moments into tangible benefits for personal growth, emotional healing, and self-awareness.
What Makes a Psilocybin Retreat Safe and Professional?
At Evolute Institute, our 12-week psilocybin retreat program EvoSHIFT in the Netherlands includes:
- 3 preparation sessions
- 3 integration sessions
- 4 one-on-one coaching conversations
All participants undergo a thorough medical screening before the retreat. A licensed doctor is present on-site, along with highly trained facilitators, ensuring the highest level of safety and care throughout the experience.
This structure ensures that every participant is supported before, during, and after the retreat, allowing insights to become real and sustainable growth.
Is a Psilocybin Retreat Right For Me?
Before choosing a psilocybin retreat in the Netherlands, take an honest look at your intentions and readiness.
If you’re seeking escape or a quick fix, this isn’t the right path. Psilocybin can bring up intense emotions and memories, so emotional stability and proper support are essential.
Those dealing with mental health challenges should have professional medical or therapeutic support in place before considering this kind of experience.
A magic mushroom retreat in Amsterdam or elsewhere is not a cure or shortcut, it’s a catalyst for genuine growth with care, guidance, and ongoing integration.
Where Can I Find a Magic Mushroom Retreat in the Netherlands?
The Evolute Institute’s EvoSHIFT psilocybin retreat takes place in the Netherlands, offering a safe, science-based, and professionally guided environment for lasting personal transformation.
Ontdek onze retraites
Referenties:
- [1] T. Noorani, ‘Containment matters: Set and setting in contemporary psychedelic psychiatry’, Philos. Psychiatry Psychol., vol. 28, no. 3, pp. 201–216, 2021, doi: 10.1353/ppp.2021.0032.
[2] I. Hartogsohn, ‘Set and Setting for Psychedelic Harm Reduction’, Curr. Top. Behav. Neurosci., Jul. 2024, doi: 10.1007/7854_2024_509.