Psychedelic coaching
The number of coaches in the Netherlands is alarmingly high and these coaches have discovered a new craze. Coaching people under the influence of psychedelics, with truffles being the most commonly used, is the new trend. We call it psychedelic coaching! This service is seen as hiring a tripsitter whereby the tripsitter also encourages you as a coach to work on a specific theme. Will the rise of the psychedelic coach follow the same path as the coach?
Difference between a tripsitter and a psychedelic coach?
A tripsitter is a person who is present to help, support and guide someone undergoing a psychedelic experience. For example, tripsitters can ensure a safe and comfortable environment, or help to calm the person if they experience fear or panic. Usually, tripsitters are not trained to work in a therapeutic way, but their role can be invaluable in helping a person to get through a difficult experience.
The same applies to the psychedelic coach, although a coach can be trained in the coaching profession. How well a coach can coach depends on their experience and the coaching training they have undertaken. However, many of these coaching courses are not worth much. It is therefore wise to find out which coach and with what background will suit you best.
The most commonly used psychedelics for coaching
Below we provide a list of the psychedelics with which most psychedelic sessions are conducted. For both group sessions and individual sessions, these are the most common:
Truffle coaching
Magic truffles are often used in psychedelic coaching because they offer the perfect balance between ego loss, spiritual connection and visual perceptions. Through the use of magic truffles, individuals can gain deeper insight into themselves, their thoughts and their emotions. The psychoactive substances in the truffles induce an altered state of consciousness, which helps to break through blockades and patterns in the brain.
In psychedelic coaching, truffles are used to stimulate personal growth and development. The psychedelic coach guides the client through the process and ensures a safe environment. In addition, through visual perceptions and spiritual experiences, the client can gain a deeper understanding of their life goals and priorities. As well as being suitable for high doses, it is also suitable for microdosing.
2: MDMA coaching
MDMA coaching is less popular than truffle coaching because MDMA is often associated with recreational drug use and is less well known as a therapeutic agent. By contrast, truffles, which are legal in the Netherlands, have become increasingly popular as a therapeutic tool in coaching and psychological treatments.
However, MDMA coaching can be very useful in reducing the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and, in some cases, depression. It helps individuals to experience feelings of empathy and openness, making it easier to discuss and resolve certain issues in their lives. Furthermore, it can help the client to better understand themselves and improve their interactions with others. Moreover, MDMA coaching also works well for couples who want to work on their relationship.
3: LSD coaching
LSD is generally chosen less often for psychological counselling because of the long-lasting effect of the substance. Since the effects of LSD last for about 8 to 12 hours, it can be difficult to have a conversation with the patient during this period, which may be important for the psychological treatment.
Nevertheless, LSD is still used in psychological treatment because it can help in treating certain issues, such as anxiety disorders and depression. In addition, LSD can also help in investigating the therapeutic effects of psychedelics and in understanding the biological basis of personality and mood disorders. If such effects are carefully managed and monitored by a qualified therapist, LSD can be a useful tool in psychological treatment.
At Triptherapie a session?
We have already helped thousands of people who were seeking relief and healing. Over the years, Triptherapie has established itself as the most experienced organisation in the Netherlands when it comes to organising psychedelic sessions. The sessions we organise are conducted under our supervision and by our staff in accordance with our protocol. This ensures the highest levels of safety and efficiency. We offer the best possible experience to help participants achieve their goals. We ask every new client to complete the intake form; based on this, we can determine whether the psychedelic session can go ahead, and we base our personalised advice on this intake. Feel free to complete the intake form!
Who would you like to have a psychedelic session with?
It is important to choose a guide, coach or therapist who suits you. Perhaps you do not want a coach, but a trained psychologist, someone with lived experience or simply someone who makes you feel safe. Have a look through our profiles and consider whether we are a match.
Marcel the experiential expert with a (bio)chemical background who has already facilitated more than 2,100 psychedelic sessions. Ronald She is an experienced psychosocial therapist who, alongside her experience with psychedelic therapy, also has extensive experience in mainstream therapy.
With a background in chemistry, a passion for philosophy, combined with a wealth of knowledge on psychology and health, his approach is holistic. Marcel is a full-time trip guide. With more than 2,450 guided sessions, Marcel has the most experience on our team.
Ronald is a psychosocial therapist and has completed the following training: Jungian Philosophical Therapist, Psychodrama Therapist, Master Voice Dialogue, Transformation Psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Mindfulness and Compassion Trainer.
Janneke studies Applied Psychology, is a lifestyle coach, handles initial client contact, draws up lifestyle plans and carries out administrative tasks. She also acts as a confidential adviser. Alongside these duties, she has limited availability for facilitating sessions.
As a psychologist, Reineke combines both conventional and alternative care methods. She uses various techniques, such as talk therapy, yoga, breathing exercises, and EMDR in combination with the therapeutic effects of psychedelics.
With her degree in psychology, Master's in Clinical Psychology, and work experience as a psychologist in addiction care, (specialised) mental healthcare, and rehabilitation, Sascha has a strong foundation as a psychedelic therapist. She has additional training in cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR.
With her Master’s degree in psychology, her training as an integrative psychotherapist at the AIHP, and her many years of work experience as a psychotherapist, lecturer and supervisor, Elke has a solid foundation as a psychedelic therapist. She has additional training in existential wellbeing (KU Leuven), Zendo SIT (Sitting and Integration Training) and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Gijs has 20 years of experience in outpatient mental healthcare. He taught and provided supervision for the Mental Health Nursing (MGZ-GGZ) degree programme at HAN University of Applied Sciences. Furthermore, Gijs has broadly developed himself in mindfulness, talk therapy, neurofeedback, meditation, compassion training and ACT.
Supportive therapist
Ylva is a BIG-registered Healthcare Psychologist and supports Triptherapie as a consultant in the fields of psychological care, mental healthcare frameworks, safety and integration. Ylva does not offer psychedelic sessions, but is available for additional support.