5 NIGHT
PSYCHEDELIC RETREAT
This 6 day / 5 night programme involves 2 psychedelic experiences, where participants take an initial low dose of legal psilocybin truffles, followed a few days later with a higher dose.
Portugal
November 14 - 21, 2024
POA
WE HAVE DESIGNED OUR SIX-DAY RETREATS TO BE TRULY EXCELLENT IN CONTENT AND TRULY EXCELLENT IN VALUE.
All retreats involve two psychedelic experiences, so participants take an initial moderate dose of (legal) psilocybin truffles followed, a couple of days later, by a higher dose.
Growing evidence shows that psychedelic experiences can be very helpful for people who are doing fine in their lives, as well as for people suffering from a wide variety of psychological difficulties. Additionally, modern research studies show that psychedelics – when taken with care and when people are carefully screened for their suitability – are surprisingly safe. PHP operates stringent screening procedures to keep everyone as safe as possible.
RETREAT FAQs
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This is a new retreat format, exploring a nature connection, meditation and psychedelics.
Our retreats are intended for ‘general population’ participants rather than people currently struggling with significant psychological difficulties (for whom a 1:1 format is likely to be more appropriate).
Participants will take a moderate dose of psilocybin truffles on the day after arrival at the retreat and a higher dose two days later, using the well-established format of lying/sitting with eyes closed (with the option of an eyeshade) and listening to a music playlist designed specifically to accompany the psychedelic experience.
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Anyone applying for one of the PHP retreats will be sent a detailed Application Form which will cover important information necessary for our team to decide if psilocybin is safe in your case, and if our retreats are suitable for you.
You will then be contacted by one of our screening team and, if appropriate, a screening video call will be set up.
It is of the utmost importance that you are completely honest and that you provide us with full and correct information during this process so that we can ensure your safety and the safety of others.
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Preparation and integration are key aspects of these experiences, and we have given careful consideration to how we can build these in effectively on either side of the retreat.
As part of their preparation, participants will have a 1:1 video call and usually also a small group video call with their pod facilitator prior to the retreat, during which they will have the opportunity to get to know each other, talk through personal intentions and get more practical details about the retreat.
Although psychedelic truffles are comparatively safe, it is important that they are used thoughtfully and with the right set and setting. Using them won’t be appropriate for some people and anyone with a personal or family history of bipolar or psychotic disorder, or a history of significant trauma or psychological difficulties is typically advised against the use of psychedelics and signposted to other more appropriate interventions.
To ensure participant safety, it is important that the PHP team is aware of ANY relevant mental health history. Current use of antidepressants may be a contraindication and because psilocybin produces a transient increase in blood pressure, formal research studies also typically screen out those with a history of coronary artery disease, cerebrovascular disease, poorly controlled hypertension and other unstable medical conditions. These situations will be discussed on an individual basis at the screening interview.
Prior to arrival, everyone will be assigned to a small ‘pod’ of about 4 participants, with each pod having 1 facilitator (typically a 1:4 ratio) who will be working with them on the retreat.
Following the retreat, there is a further 1:1 and a further pod video call with their facilitator and also an online meet-up as the full group too. There’s the option of continuing to meet thereafter in a peer support format.
The group will also be able to connect via WhatsApp and will have access to PHP’s network-wide monthly orientation/integration group.
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