Psychedelic session for Germans
There are several reasons why clients from Germany choose to come to us in the Netherlands for psychedelic therapy. A key difference between Dutch and German legislation is that the Netherlands offers more leeway for the use of certain psychedelic substances such as psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA in a therapeutic setting. This has led to growing expertise in psychedelic therapy in the Netherlands, which is (still) less developed in Germany. Moreover, it is more difficult for Germans to engage in psychedelic therapy due to the social taboos surrounding psychedelics in Germany. We have already helped many clients from abroad with psychedelic sessions.
The German speaking therapists
In therapy, speaking one's native language is a significant advantage. Being able to communicate in one's own language allows for better communication of subtle nuances of feelings and emotions. Sharing emotions and thoughts can be quite challenging when someone doesn't feel completely comfortable in the language being spoken.
When someone speaks in a language other than the one they feel most comfortable in, it can lead to miscommunication, making effective therapy difficult and potentially leaving certain emotions undiscussed.
By using the native language, the therapist can better understand what the patient wants to say and better respond to their needs. This can lead to better and faster progress in therapy. To make it easier and more efficient for German speakers, we now have three German-speaking therapists with whom you can have a psychedelic session. Ronald is a psychosocial therapist with extensive experience working with psychedelics. Reineke is a psychologist who offers psychedelic sessions alongside her own practice. Gijs can also conduct sessions in German and has gained extensive experience in mental healthcare. Furthermore, Gijs is highly recommended because you can currently use his location, including overnight accommodation, at no extra cost.
Ronald as a psychedelic psychosocial therapist
Ronald is a psychosocial therapist at Triptherapie. He has over 30 years of experience supporting people with trauma-related issues. Ronald combines his work as a therapist with his experience working with psychedelics, such as MDMA and psilocybin. He has had experience with MDMA and psilocybin since 1990 and combines his work as a therapist with psychedelic sessions. He works in German, Dutch, and English.
The location for psychedelic therapy with Ronald
Due to differences in legislation, Germans can currently only use our services in the Netherlands. Ronald lives in Valkenswaard, near Eindhoven, and is not too far from Germany. So you can come to the Netherlands to have a session with Ronald. We recommend booking a private Airbnb, vacation home, or hotel near Eindhoven for a session with Ronald.
Ronald operates throughout the provinces of Dutch Limburg and North Brabant. Travel expenses are 50 cents per kilometer traveled to and from the destination. postal code 5554 SH Valkenswaard
Possible locations where on-site work is performed, such as a hotel or Airbnb, include:
North Brabant: Eindhoven, Tilburg, Den Bosch region
Limburg: region Roermond, Weert
Reineke as a psychologist
Reineke also works as a psychologist for Triptherapie and can conduct sessions in German. Reineke combines her knowledge of psychedelic therapy with mindfulness, aromatherapy, and psychology. Reineke works with psilocybin and MDMA. Sessions can be conducted in Dutch or English, in addition to German.
The location for psychedelic therapy with Reineke
Reineke lives a bit further from the German border than Ronald, in Maassluis. If you choose to have a session with Reineke, we recommend booking a private Airbnb, vacation home, or hotel near Maassluis (Rotterdam), or using our space in Schiedam (Psychedelic Loft).
Reineke operates throughout the province of South Holland and part of Zeeland.
For home sessions, I travel from my current place of residence in Maassluis, for which travel costs of 50 cents per kilometer driven are charged to and from the postal code. 3142 CA.
The places I come to your home or hotel or Airbnb include:
Delft, The Hague, Dordrecht, Gouda, Hellevoetsluis, Hook of Holland, Naaldwijk, Rotterdam, Schiedam, Vlaardingen and Zoetermeer.
Gijs as a therapist
Gijs worked extensively in mainstream mental health care, including as a crisis intervention practitioner and as a lecturer and supervisor at the MGZ-GGZ program at the HAN University of Applied Sciences. Within Triptherapie, Gijs facilitates individual psychedelic sessions focused on personal growth, trauma integration, and restoring mental balance. Gijs is a native Dutch speaker. Sessions can also be conducted in English or German.
The location for psychedelic sessions with Gijs
Practice room of Gijs
For German clients, De Bedding in Den Bosch is a very attractive location for several reasons. An important advantage is that Gijs speaks German. This often makes communication during preparation, the session itself, and integration much more pleasant and safer. Especially during a psychedelic session, being able to share feelings, thoughts, and personal themes in your own language can provide a great deal of peace of mind.
In addition, Den Bosch is easily accessible by car for many people from Germany. As a result, this location is often more practical than a place situated further in the Randstad. In many cases, you can travel to the session in a relaxed manner, without being dependent on a flight, multiple transfers, or a tight travel schedule. It is precisely this relaxed lead-up that often helps you start a session with more space and less tension.
What makes this location particularly interesting at the moment is that, for a limited time, you can have a guided psychedelic session with Gijs at no extra cost and then stay overnight at the location. This is especially convenient for people coming from further away, as you do not have to drive back immediately after the session. You get the chance to settle in quietly, sleep, and start up peacefully the next morning before heading home. For many German clients, this is precisely what makes the experience not only more comfortable but also safer and more profound.
It is good to know, however, that you can only make use of this option as long as space is available. Therefore, it is advisable to check directly with Gijs in advance before booking. This way, you can be sure whether the overnight stay is still possible at that time and adjust your travel plans accordingly.
The costs and location
If you own or are planning to rent a location in the Netherlands, you can use the calculator. We've configured the calculator so you can enter a Dutch town, city, or address. After clicking "Calculate," you'll see an overview of the costs for the German-speaking therapists who will visit your location.
You can contact the German-speaking therapists through their profile pages or our general contact form. If you'd prefer to call, it's easier for us if you request a therapist to call you by email, WhatsApp, or Telegram.
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Psychedelic group sessions with German guidance
It is, of course, also possible to join psychedelic group sessions, such as a psilocybin ceremony or a retreat. The retreats shown on this page are led by therapists who can speak German. This is especially useful if you would like support in German.
Our group sessions always include overnight accommodation, food, and drinks. Therefore, you do not need to rent your own accommodation, unless you prefer more privacy.
Languages other than German
Almost all of our facilitators can also conduct the psychedelic session in Dutch or English. We also have several tripsitters and therapists who speak Dutch and English. Each tripsitter or therapist has their own expertise and area of work. View our selection of facilitators via the following button.