What role does the MDMA therapist play?
An MDMA therapist plays a crucial role during an MDMA session, integrating MDMA use into a therapeutic context. Here are some key aspects of what an MDMA therapist does during such a session:
Preparation and screening
- During registration, we'll check the client's suitability for MDMA therapy. This includes checking medication, medical history, and any contraindications. This is done by a dedicated staff member.
- Personal advice in preparation for the session is given to the client.
- The therapist discusses the client's expectations, intentions, and goals before the MDMA session.
The MDMA session
- The therapist stays with the client throughout the session. The therapist provides emotional support and assistance as needed.
- The MDMA therapist sometimes emphasizes that the client can focus on inner experiences, emotions and thoughts that come up.
- If anxiety or tension arises, the therapist helps the patient to deal with this and feel safe again.
- If applicable, a portion of exposure therapy is performed.
The integration
- Immediately after the session, the MDMA therapist helps the client process the experience. This may involve talking about what happened, expressing feelings, and sharing insights.
- The therapist helps the patient integrate the lessons and insights learned into their daily life. This support can take place several days to weeks after the MDMA session.
- After a period of three to four weeks, it will be determined together whether an additional MDMA session could be useful.
MDMA therapist in action
Ronald did an MDMA session for VTM Go, and this broadcast is already available on this Belgian platform. A clip from the broadcast about MDMA therapy in the Netherlands can be seen next to this video.
We can see Ronald in action as an MDMA therapist, helping Camille turn inward and deal with her fears.
Watch the full report on MDMA therapy with Camille Vanuxem for VTM GO via the button below.
Ronald as an MDMA therapist
Ronald, our MDMA therapist, has been working with MDMA since 1990 and combines his work as a therapist with the experience he's gained. More information and the number of clients Ronald has helped can be found in the infographic below.
Ronald Hochstenbach
Category: Therapist
Languages: Dutch/English/German
Sessions €875: MDMA/Psilocybin/Hippie Flip
Duo €1500: MDMA/Psilocybin/Hippie flip
To reduce my workload, I prefer to drive no more than 45 minutes each way from my home address in the Eindhoven area. I'm also happy to travel outside of rush hour. I'll work with you to find the most suitable start time for your session. My general area of operation is as follows:
North Brabant: Eindhoven, Tilburg, Den Bosch region
Limburg: region Roermond, Weert
The travel costs charged are 50 cents per kilometer driven to and from postal code 5554 SH.
Our other MDMA therapists
Besides Ronald, we have other therapists who can work with MDMA analogs or psilocybin. The button provides an overview showing their experience and training. Those who are trained therapists are called therapists, and those who are not trained therapists or psychologists are called guides.