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Inwardbound Netherlands 7-Day Psychedelic Facilitation Immersive Skills Training, Including Personal Psilocybin Ceremony

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Up to 14 in group
Date
Jul 6 - 12, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • • Immersive 7-day Psychedelic Facilitation Skills Training Programme - a deep dive into the ethical, therapeutic, and practical aspects of holding space for psychedelic ceremony.
  • • A unique opportunity to facilitate a psilocybin ceremony and take part in your own personal journey.
  • • Breathwork
  • • Meditation
  • • Sound healing
  • • Body movement practices
  • • Cacao Ceremony
  • Led by seasoned facilitators, psychotherapist and psychologist - This retreat-style workshop blends ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and cutting-edge research to help you become a more confident, skilled and compassionate facilitator.

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

7-Day Psychedelic Facilitation Immersive Skills Training, Including Personal Psilocybin Ceremony
Master the Art of Psychedelic Facilitation
Step into the world of psychedelic facilitation with our immersive 7-day Psychedelic Facilitation Immersive Skills Training—a deep dive into the ethical, therapeutic, and practical aspects of holding space for psychedelic experiences. Plus you will have the opportunity to experience your own psilocybin journey. 
Whether you’re a therapist or mental health professional, this experiential training provides the tools, experience, and confidence to hold space with integrity, professionalism and care.
With over 1,000 participants on our retreats over the past 7 years, Inwardbound are one of the world leaders in delivering psilocybin retreats. About 10% of our clients have been psychiatrists or other mental health professionals.
What You’ll Learn:

Multi-Modal Therapeutic Approaches – Integrate techniques from somatic therapy, depth psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), transpersonal  and humanistic psychology,  holotropic breathwork and and mindfulness-based practices.
Space Holding/ Facilitation Skills – Develop grounding techniques, energetic boundaries, and trauma-informed care strategies.
Psychedelic Science & Ethics – Understand the neuroscience, cultural history, and ethical considerations of facilitation.
Navigating Difficult Journeys – Learn de-escalation techniques, emotional processing tools, and harm reduction strategies.
Integration & Aftercare – Support clients in translating their insights into lasting change through creative, somatic, and cognitive approaches.
Hands-On Practice – Engage in guided role-playing plus the opportunity to facilitate a psilocybin ceremony, meditation, breathwork, and experiential exercises to embody your facilitation skills.
Experience a Psilocybin Ceremony - You will have the chance personally take part in a psilocybin ceremony guided by professionals.
Led by seasoned facilitators and psychotherapist - This retreat-style workshop blends ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and cutting-edge research to help you become a more confident, skilled and compassionate facilitator.

Are you ready to deepen your skills and step into this vital work?
Spots are limited. To make sure it is a right fit for you—CONTACT US FOR A CALL BEFORE YOU BOOK- Email Admin@inwardbound.ie to arrange a call.
When you book this Stage 2 training programme you will receive 25% off our online Stage 1 training programme - new price €399: Inwardbound Introduction to Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy online training programme 

Combining the 2 Stages of theory and practice will provide a comprehensive introduction to Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.





Sample Training Schedule (subject to change) 

Day 1: Arrival & Opening Circle
14:00 Pick up Amsterdam Central
16:00 – Arrival
Evening



Participants arrive, check in, and settle into the space


Light, mindful dinner to ground and connect


Opening Circle



Welcome & group introductions


Setting intentions for the journey ahead


Breathwork & grounding meditation


Journaling & personal reflection


Rest & Connection



Free time to relax, journal, or connect quietly





 Timetable subject to change
Day 2: Holding Space & Trauma-Informed Facilitation
Morning: The Art of Holding Space



Presence, attunement & deep listening


Creating safe and sacred space


Energetic boundaries & self-care for facilitators


Afternoon: Trauma-Informed Approaches



Understanding trauma & nervous system regulation


Somatic & mindfulness-based techniques


Supporting challenging experiences


Evening: Sound & Movement Therapy



Expressive movement & sound journey


Reflection & group sharing





Day 3: Therapeutic Modalities & Navigating Difficult Journeys/ Managing Fear
Morning: Integrating Therapeutic Approaches



Internal Family Systems (IFS) & parts work


Jungian & transpersonal psychology insights


Somatic therapy & breathwork integration


Afternoon: Navigating Challenging Experiences



Crisis intervention & de-escalation techniques


Non-verbal communication & co-regulation


Role-playing difficult scenarios


Evening: Guided Meditation & Sound Healing




Day 4: The Journey Experience & Expanded States of Consciousness
Morning: Altered States Exploration



Preparation protocols for journeying


Music, ritual, and ceremony in psychedelic sessions


Legal & ethical considerations in facilitation


Afternoon: Deep Experiential Practice -Psilocybin Ceremony 1 (Group 1 Facilitate Group 2)
Evening: Creative Expression & Art Therapy



Drawing, writing, or movement as integration


Group reflection & sharing





Day 5: Integration & Aftercare Strategies
Morning: The Importance of Integration



The role of integration in healing


Cognitive, somatic & creative approaches


Supporting long-term change


Case Studies & Real-World Applications



Reviewing real-world psychedelic journeys


Personalized integration plans


Facilitator self-care & avoiding burnout


Afternoon: Psilocybin Ceremony 2 (Group 2 Facilitate Group 1)
Evening: Silent Reflection & Nature Immersion




Day 6: Integration, Role-Playing & Supervision
Morning: Integration and Facilitator Role-Playing



Hands-on facilitation practice in small groups

Giving & receiving feedback


Developing personal facilitation style

Afternoon: Supervision & Ethical Dilemmas



Group discussion on ethical grey areas


Boundaries, consent & legal considerations


Q&A with experienced facilitators


Evening: Community Fire Circle & Ceremony




Day 7: Closing Circle & Departure
Morning- Light Breakfast & Reflection



Gentle morning practice (breathwork or meditation)


Time for personal journaling & integration


Closing Circle



Sharing insights & gratitude


Breathwork & final grounding


Setting personal intentions moving forward


11:00 – Departure

Pricing

Early bird: €1,000 off until 1st March 2026 = €4,999 per person sharing (couples/ friends/ family)

Early bird: €1,000 off until March 1st 2026= €5,999 for a private room

Full price: €5,999 per person sharing (couples/ friends/ family)

Full price: €6,999 for a private room

Deposit of €1,500 is required to secure your place.



Please note: To apply for the training programme, please email admin@Inwardbound.ie. We will arrange an exploration call with you where we can answer any questions you may have. If you feel this programme will benefit you, you can then submit a full screening form and deposit to hold your place. A consultation call with a psychotherapist will then be arranged to assure the training is mutually suitable.



Booking Conditions







Deposit of €1,500 is required to secure your place after you have had an exploration call.
If you do not qualify for the retreat programme after a consultation with our psychotherapist, we will return your deposit minus €200 consultation & admin fee.
Free transfers are arranged from the center of Amsterdam to the venue.
The programme fee does not include flights or other transport.
Refund, change of date and Cancellation Policy: 


The retreat is 100% refundable for a cancellation 60+ days before the retreat start date minus €200 consultation & admin fee.
The retreat is 50% refundable if cancelled 30-59 days before the start date.
The retreat is non-refundable if cancelled 0-29 days before the retreat start date.


To move your booking to another retreat: 

 50+ days before the original retreat start date, this will be free of charge.
30-49 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 30% charge
15-29 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 80% charge
0-14 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 100% charge
Your booking can be moved with in a 12 month period. After that, the deposit cannot be refunded.


Read full Terms & Conditions.







 

Here's what our retreat programme has in store for you:


Pre-departure Preparation:

Full Screening
1x Exploration Call
1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist
6 week Preparation Work Book and Videos
2 x Preparatory lectures
Group Preparation Call


On Retreat:

7 days in a beautiful location in the Netherlands


2x session with Psilocybin Mushrooms (stepped dose)
6x overnight accommodation in shared or private rooms
Teaching team: 1 Psychotherapist & 2 full-time facilitators
Private transfer from Cobano airport to the venue (approx.  45 mins)
All meals: vegetarian & vegan, organic and local (where possible)
Workshops in breathing techniques
Art therapy and mandala work
Ecotherapy, forest nature walks


 Post Departure Integration:

1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist
Group Integration Call
Integration workbook and videos
Follow-up options and referrals
Lifetime access to the community





Venue
Our beautiful venue is situated to the north of surrounded by beautiful woodland
Key Dates

1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist 
2x hour long Psychedelic Assisted Training Calls: 2-3 weeks before the retreat
Online Preparation and Information  Call: 2 weeks before the retreat
1:1 Consultation with the Psychotherapist: 7-14 days after the retreat
Online Group Integration Call: 2 weeks after the retreat





Why InwardBound?

At InwardBound, our interdisciplinary team of psychotherapists, PhD scientists and holistic therapists believe in weaving together the threads of science and spirituality, knowing that the two ways are one. We work in the broad tradition of Dr Stan Grof - creating a safe container for people to access the wisdom of their own inner healer.
We come from a long tradition of psilocybin use in Ireland. Our Celtic ancestors used the wild mushrooms of Northern Europe (Psilocybe Semilanceata) and worked with the patterns of nature for healing and spiritual growth and we continue that land-based ancestral tradition to create a modern context for psilocybin ceremony and reconnection with nature.
We hold small groups with 3-4 facilitators, 8- 13 participants. This low ratio allows us to provide the highest possible standard of care for our participants.
We have worked with over 1,000 clients in this space since 2018.

Questions?
Please visit the InwardBound website or contact us.




FAQ


1. Where do you meet on the first day of the training?
We arrange a pick up at Amsterdam Central at 2pm on the first day of the training.
2. When does the final payment need to be in by?
Final payment needs to be sent 1 month before the retreat start date. Prices are per person.
3. Where is the venue?
Our venue is to the North of Amsterdam
4. Can I book extra preparation or integration sessions?
Yes, these can be added on before booking in or after.
5. What are the doses of mushrooms used?
Light/medium/high dose depending on the needs of each guest.
6. How long are the psilocybin ceremonies?
Approximately 5-7 hours depending on the dose
7. What dates can I book?
Usually our retreats fill quickly so if you have a preference, please book onto your preferred retreat dates.
8. Do I need to take work off after the retreat?
It is not essential but we do suggest taking off as much time as you can to allow you to reflect.
9. How many facilitators are there?
There will be three facilitators on this training, including a psychotherapist.
10. What is included in the price?
The 7 day training all private transfers, all meals, 1:1 consultation with a Psychotherapist before, during and after the retreat. Plus preparation and integration sessions and 2 online lecture pre retreat.
11. What is not included in the price?
Travel to Amsterdam
12. Do I have to pay for the psilocybin mushrooms?
No, for legal reasons we do not sell psilocybin mushrooms.
Please visit the InwardBound website ( www.inwardbound.nl) or contact us.

13. How many journeys are there?
You will get to facilitate a psilocybin ceremony and another day you will also get to take psilocybin and experience your own journey.


Group retreat
If the Netherlands is not an option, we recommend checking out our training options in Costa Rica: Inwardbound 7-Day Psychedelic Facilitation Immersive Skills Training Costa Rica

Schedule

Sample Training Schedule - subject to change

Day 1: Arrival & Opening Circle
14:00 Pick up Amsterdam Central
16:00 – Arrival
Evening
• Participants arrive, check in, and settle into the space
• Light, mindful dinner to ground and connect
Opening Circle
• Welcome & group introductions
• Setting intentions for the journey ahead
• Breathwork & grounding meditation
• Journaling & personal reflection
Rest & Connection
• Free time to relax, journal, or connect quietly
________________________________________
Day 2: Holding Space & Trauma-Informed Facilitation
Morning: The Art of Holding Space
• Presence, attunement & deep listening
• Creating safe and sacred space
• Energetic boundaries & self-care for facilitators
Afternoon: Trauma-Informed Approaches
• Understanding trauma & nervous system regulation
• Somatic & mindfulness-based techniques
• Supporting challenging experiences
Evening: Sound & Movement Therapy
• Expressive movement & sound journey
• Reflection & group sharing
________________________________________
Day 3: Therapeutic Modalities & Navigating Difficult Journeys/ Managing Fear
Morning: Integrating Therapeutic Approaches
• Internal Family Systems (IFS) & parts work
• Jungian & transpersonal psychology insights
• Somatic therapy & breathwork integration
Afternoon: Navigating Challenging Experiences
• Crisis intervention & de-escalation techniques
• Non-verbal communication & co-regulation
• Role-playing difficult scenarios
Evening: Guided Meditation & Sound Healing
________________________________________
Day 4: The Journey Experience & Expanded States of Consciousness
Morning: Altered States Exploration
• Preparation protocols for journeying
• Music, ritual, and ceremony in psychedelic sessions
• Legal & ethical considerations in facilitation
Afternoon: Deep Experiential Practice -Psilocybin Ceremony 1 (Group 1 Facilitate Group 2)
Evening: Creative Expression & Art Therapy
• Drawing, writing, or movement as integration
• Group reflection & sharing
________________________________________
Day 5: Integration & Aftercare Strategies
Morning: The Importance of Integration
• The role of integration in healing
• Cognitive, somatic & creative approaches
• Supporting long-term change
Case Studies & Real-World Applications
• Reviewing real-world psychedelic journeys
• Personalized integration plans
• Facilitator self-care & avoiding burnout
Afternoon: Psilocybin Ceremony 2 (Group 2 Facilitate Group 1)
Evening: Silent Reflection & Nature Immersion
________________________________________
Day 6: Integration, Role-Playing & Supervision
Morning: Integration and Facilitator Role-Playing
• Hands-on facilitation practice in small groups
• Giving & receiving feedback
• Developing personal facilitation style
Afternoon: Supervision & Ethical Dilemmas
• Group discussion on ethical grey areas
• Boundaries, consent & legal considerations
• Q&A with experienced facilitators
Evening: Community Fire Circle & Ceremony
________________________________________
Day 7: Closing Circle & Departure
Morning- Light Breakfast & Reflection
• Gentle morning practice (breathwork or meditation)
• Time for personal journaling & integration
Closing Circle
• Sharing insights & gratitude
• Breathwork & final grounding
• Setting personal intentions moving forward
11:00 – Departure
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

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Accommodation

Private and shared accommodation options available

Accommodation
Twin Room - Shared
Accommodation
Private room

Venue & Amenities

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Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
A private house with it's own garden surround by nature.
Beautiful modern living and dining room, kitchen and a fire place to relax in the evenings.
Private and shared rooms options.
A sunny event room where the workshops will be held.
Private swimming pool to enjoy.

Meals

Menu
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Menu Types

All meals: vegan and vegetarian, (organic and local where possible)

What's Included

  • 7 day Training Retreat
  • 6 nights in private or shared accommodation
  • 1 personal psilocybin ceremony
  • 1 psilocybin ceremony that you will help facilitate
  • Private consultations with a psychotherapist pre and post retreat
  • Group Preparation and Integration Call
  • Full day of integration on retreat with a Psychotherapist and 2 trained psychedelic facilitators
  • Private swimming pool
  • All catering: Vegan and Vegetarian
  • Transfers from Central Amsterdam to the retreat venue and return

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Psilocybin truffles (for legal reasons). They are bought from a third party

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I had a truly transformative experience at the Outward Bounds retreat. The facilitators were exceptional — supportive, friendly, and deeply respectful, creating a safe and caring environment throughout. The journey itself heightened my senses and deepened my appreciation for the beauty and blessing of life, while helping me recognize the futility of anger and hatred.
It was a powerful reminder of connection — with nature, with others, and with the stillness within. I’m deeply grateful for the insight and peace I gained through this retreat. Highly recommend to anyone seeking clarity, renewal, or a fresh perspective on life.

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Incredible experience. I felt safe and in very good hands. The highly skilled and experienced facilitators create an exceptionally loving and compassionate environment to support your journey. Cannot recommend highly enough.

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A transformative experience
I can't recommend Inwardbound highly enough. The team have put a lot of thought and care into creating a safe and nourishing environment focussed on facilitating individual healing journeys within a supportive group context. There is an impressive attention to detail coming from a deep understanding of the processes involved and learning from long experience of running the retreats. Rob, Renée and Lauretta were perfect facilitators - professional, compassionate, accomodating, and simply great human beings committed to enabling transformative experiences for everyone who attends. Thank you 🙏

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Safe, Nurturing, and Exceptionally Well-Organised
A wonderfully supportive experience from start to finish. The team’s care creates a safe and grounded space, and every detail—from venue to food to the openness of the group—deepens the experience. Highly recommended, and I’ll definitely return!”

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Back for my second retreat!
This was my second retreat in the Netherlands with Inwardbound, and I am so happy that I came back. The Inwardbound team and experience is absolutely incredible. They take so much care with each participant and with curating the entire experience. The food, activities and care you receive are bar none. I am so happy I trusted them with my first retreat and it was beautiful to come back for a second experience. I've had two incredible experiences now and don't think I'd go to anyone else for a psilocybin retreat. I recommend them to anyone and everyone who is interested and will come back again when I'm ready for my third go. Thank you so much to Inwardbound for your care and your passion for this work!

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