Psychedelic relationship therapy for couples
Couples therapy using MDMA or psilocybin is a relatively unknown therapy for helping couples overcome emotional blocks and improve communication. Through the use of these psychoactive substances under the guidance of experienced therapists, couples can safely and effectively reach deeper levels of emotional connection.
Why Psychedelic Relationship Therapy Works
Psychedelic couples therapy can be effective for several reasons. First, psychedelics can foster a deeper connection between partners by expanding consciousness and enhancing feelings of empathy, love, and connection. This can lead to a deeper understanding of each other's needs, desires, and emotions. This can then improve communication and intimacy in the relationship.
In addition, psychedelics can help process personal emotional blocks and traumas that can affect the relationship. During a psychedelic session, repressed emotions can surface, giving partners the space to express and process these emotions. This can lead to greater emotional openness and connection within the relationship.
To have a better relationship with others, a good relationship with yourself is paramount. In psychedelic relationship therapy, it's recommended not to focus too much on the relationship and the therapy itself during the first session.
The recommended structure
Two psychedelic sessions for personal growth and connection with your partner. Ideally, there should be about four weeks between the first and second sessions.
Session 1: Personal Growth
The first session focuses on personal growth and a deeper connection with yourself. During the first session, we prefer to focus on introspection and individual therapy. This session can be conducted with MDMA or psilocybin. We prefer to conduct this psilocybin session at a location where partners cannot influence each other, such as our location in Schiedam or a multi-room facility.
The benefits of the 1st session:
- Working on your own trauma/problems
- Better insight into your own needs
- More self-acceptance
- Good basis for relationship therapy
Session 2: Deeper Connection
The second session is intended to foster greater connection and openness between partners. This second psychedelic session is preferably conducted with MDMA and focuses more on interpersonal relationships than on personal introspection. Separate rooms are not necessary for this session.
The benefits of the 2nd session:
- More empathy
- Better communication
- Deeper emotional bond
- Improved intimacy
- More openness
Learn more about psychedelic therapy
In psychedelic-based relationship therapy, psilocybin or MDMA are primarily used. These two substances have the greatest potential for improving relationships and are also frequently used for depression, trauma, PTSD, addiction, and other conditions. To understand why these substances can be beneficial during psychedelic relationship therapy, it might be helpful to read about what psychedelic therapy can mean for you personally. We provide an overview here.
Psilocybin
Psilocybin therapy is known to be effective for depression and various anxiety disorders. At higher doses, it can become an introspective experience with spiritual or mystical effects that are difficult to explain. The therapeutic effects are less about verbal or cognitive processing, but about processing at the experiential level.
MDMA
MDMA is known to reduce anxiety and thus various blockages, preventing memory from being inhibited and allowing for active trauma processing. MDMA therapy can resemble exposure therapy while eliminating the stress response. This facilitates processing emotions and traumatic experiences.
Book a relationship therapy using psychedelics
The first step to using our services is for all participants to complete the intake form. This is a non-binding form in which we ask about goals, medical information, and a neurotransmitter test. Based on the completed intake form, we will perform a check. After completing the intake, you will receive a message from us indicating whether we have found any contraindications. Booking a session can be done by one main booker by first selecting a supervisor. A quick overview of available dates can be found via the button.
Choose a supervisor that suits you
At Triptherapie, you can choose from a variety of counselors, each with a different background. Browse the profiles by clicking on a photo or name and discover which therapist is the best fit for you. You can also ask us for advice if you're having trouble choosing.
With a background in chemistry, a passion for philosophy, and extensive knowledge of psychology and health, his approach is holistic. Marcel is a full-time trip leader. With over 2,300 guided sessions, Marcel is the most experienced member of our team.
Ronald is a psychosocial therapist and has completed the following training: Jungian Philosophical Therapist, Psychodrama Therapist, Master Voice Dialogue, Transformational Psychology, Internal Family System (IFS), Mindfulness and Compassion Trainer.
Janneke is studying Applied Psychology, is a lifestyle coach, handles initial client contact, develops lifestyle plans, and performs administrative tasks. She also acts as a confidential counselor. In addition to these duties, she is available to facilitate sessions on a limited basis.
As a psychologist, Reineke combines both conventional and alternative care methods. She utilizes various techniques, such as talk therapy, yoga, breathing exercises, and EMDR, combined with the therapeutic effects of psychedelics.
Sascha has a solid foundation as a psychedelic therapist, thanks to her psychology studies, Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, and experience working in addiction treatment, (specialized) mental health care, and rehabilitation as a psychologist. She also has additional training in cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR.
Gijs has 20 years of experience in outpatient mental health care. He taught and supervised the Mental Health and Addiction Care program at the HAN University of Applied Sciences Arnhem Nijmegen. He also has extensive experience in mindfulness, talk therapy, neurofeedback, meditation, compassion training, and ACT.
Ylva is a BIG-registered GZ psychologist and supports Triptherapie as an advisor in the areas of psychological care, mental health frameworks, safety, and integration. Ylva does not offer psychedelic sessions but is available for additional support.