Dopamine, serotonin, GABA and acetylcholine
During registration for a psychedelic session, we test for any deficiencies in the neurotransmitters dopamine, serotonin, GABA and acetylcholine using a questionnaire. We do this because a deficiency in these neurotransmitters can cause various psychological and psychosomatic symptoms. In this way, we can better restore the balance in the brain via neurochemistry.
More information about the different neurotransmitters and nutrition:
GABA | Acetylcholine | Serotonin | Dopamine
The dopamine detox
Dopamine plays a major role in the reward system of living organisms such as humans. Dopamine represents the short-lived happiness we derive from personal goals. At that time, it gives us energy and satisfaction, which makes our ego grow. On the one hand, this is a very healthy process that allows us as individuals to grow and look after ourselves. On the other hand, it can make the drive for personal growth too great, resulting in us becoming overly detached from the rest. Addiction and isolation loom if the drive for personal satisfaction via a dopamine hit becomes too high. Examples of addictive dopamine hits are gambling, eating sugars, smoking, cocaine, heroin, smoking cannabis, social media, smartphone use, porn and alcohol. In many cases, isolation strengthens the bond with the addiction, which creates even more loneliness and even more addiction. Breaking a dopamine-driven downward spiral can be done with a dopamine detox.
Dopamine detox and psychedelic therapy
Our psychedelic therapy for addictions and loneliness works even better if a dopamine detox is done prior to the session. The detox ensures that reward can also arise via the serotonin receptor, which provides a feeling of connectedness and less ego that wants dopamine. Psychedelics activate the serotonin receptors, which provides a feeling of connectedness and less ego. Hence the ego-death during higher dosages. The combination of the dopamine detox and the psychedelic session makes an oversized ego smaller, creating a balance between taking good care of yourself through real and healthy things and connectedness with the outside world. Ultimately, everything is about the right balance!
What addiction do you have?
An addiction is a form of self-destruction that is difficult to let go of. On the one hand, it feels familiar and belongs to a rhythm. It is a pattern that can be replaced by another pattern. Are you ready to let go of the old and embrace the new?