About this Retreat
In the peaceful coastal paradise of the Algarve, Sara Ahmadi, a Master of Science in Pharmacy (MSc.), with over 10 years of pharmaceutical experience as a pharmacist and a certified psychedelic coach, is revolutionizing the landscape of mental health care. After relocating to the Algarve two and a half years ago from the Netherlands, Sara’s personal journey through a psilocybin ceremony sparked her passion for transformative, evidence-based healing. Since 2023, she has been the founder of Conscious Pharmacist, where she brings a scientifically grounded, compassionate approach to psychedelic therapy, offering customized retreats and coaching programs tailored to those seeking profound mental health healing and improving their overall health.
Sara’s unique blend of pharmaceutical knowledge and cutting-edge psychedelic scientific research is addressing pressing health challenges such as depression, perimenopause, chronic pain, trauma, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorders, fibromyalgia, burnout, ADHD, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and substance use disorders (addictions). Her mission is clear: to create a safe, evidence-based, and controlled space where individuals can embark on life-changing journeys toward healing, self-awareness, and personal growth.
Patrick Driessen is a seasoned serial entrepreneur, business strategist, and investor, known for his expertise in scaling startups and accelerating the growth of established businesses. With a global track record across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the USA, and Asia-Pacific, Patrick has held leadership roles such as CEO, Managing Director, and Chief Technology Officer in technology, digital health, and femtech companies.
As a business mentor and venture builder, Patrick specializes in innovation strategy, revenue acceleration, and market expansion, helping startups and scale-ups navigate growth, optimize business performance, and maximize market value. He co-leads the international expansion of multiple companies, driving AI-driven healthtech, digital transformation, and operational excellence.
Patrick is also the founder and CEO of Dryson Health Group, overseeing a portfolio of pioneering companies, including SHE Health Clinics, FemTrials, BalanceMe Health, and HelloDoc Health.
Beyond his entrepreneurial ventures, Patrick is an active mentor for startups and SMEs, offering hands-on guidance through NLgroeit and Entrepreneurs Organization. His passion lies in empowering businesses and individuals to scale sustainably, with impact, efficiency, and innovation at the core.
Séverine’s yoga journey began in 2007 as a way to find balance amid a demanding career and personal life. What started as a personal practice soon became a professional calling, leading her to share the profound benefits of yoga with others.
In 2016, she completed her 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training (TTC) with Yogalife in Belgium. She later specialized in Yin Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga, and holistic body optimization, studying with leading teachers across Europe.
Beyond yoga, Séverine is a certified Breathwork Coach and Emotional Release Facilitator, integrating breathwork, meditation, and trauma release techniques into her teachings. Her sessions guide students toward emotional healing, self-awareness, and deep relaxation.
In 2021, her passion for sustainability led to the launch of Cork Oasis, an eco-conscious yoga brand offering Portuguese cork mats and props that enhance myofascial release and align with her values of mindfulness and environmental consciousness.
Séverine’s teaching style is intuitive, vibrant, and deeply healing, blending Hatha, Yin, Vinyasa, Yogalates, and Kundalini Awakening Journeys. She also facilitates retreats and ceremonies, incorporating movement, breathwork, energy work, and sound healing to create immersive transformational experiences.
Details of this retreat
Private Conscious Psilocybin Retreat in Portugal
A fully personalized journey into healing, clarity, and inner transformation
Step into a private sanctuary where everything is designed around you.
This one-on-one retreat offers a safe, deeply supported space to reconnect with your inner world, release emotional blockages, and access profound inner wisdom through the therapeutic use of psilocybin.
Held in the peaceful Algarve region, this private retreat provides the intimacy, safety, and personal attention that many people need to fully surrender into their process.
What You Will Experience:
A deeply guided journey supported by professional care, intuitive presence, and evidence-based practices:
• Personal intention-setting
• A fully guided psilocybin ceremony (4–6 hours)
• Breathwork and somatic emotional release
• Trauma-informed support throughout the day
• Integration practices to anchor your insights
This retreat is crafted to help you:
• Heal emotional wounds and release stored tension
• Gain clarity around life patterns, purpose, and relationships
. Heal your depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD and other mental health conditions
• Strengthen connection to your intuition
• Cultivate self-love, compassion, and inner safety
• Expand consciousness and return home to yourself
What’s Included:
✔ Private one-on-one guidance
✔ Comprehensive preparation call
✔ Guided psilocybin ceremony
✔ Breathwork and emotional release practices
✔ Healthy plant-based snacks, tea, and filtered water
✔ Safe, peaceful private setting in the Algarve
✔ Same-day integration session
✔ Follow-up online integration (for 12 weeks)
Who Is This Retreat For?
This private retreat is designed for individuals who feel called to work with psilocybin in a conscious, therapeutic, and deeply supported way.
It is ideal if you:
• Prefer privacy over group settings
• Are seeking deep healing or emotional clarity
• Want a trauma-informed, medically knowledgeable facilitator
• Are navigating stress, burnout, transitions, or personal growth
• Desire a safe, grounded space to explore psychedelics
Whether you are new to this medicine or have previous experience, the entire day is tailored to meet you where you are.
Your Guide:
Sara Ahmadi, MSc
Pharmacist | Psychedelic Coach | Founder of Conscious Pharmacist
Sara combines scientific expertise with a deeply intuitive and compassionate approach. With a background in neuropharmacology, trauma-informed facilitation, and somatic healing, she holds a space that is both safe and transformative.
What Participants Say:
“A transformative, life-changing experience that exceeded all my expectations.” – Sosuma
“I felt incredibly safe, seen, and guided throughout the entire journey.” – Sacha
“Sara’s wisdom and empathy made this experience deeply healing.” – Tina
Retreat Overview
This one-day private retreat includes:
Morning – Arrival & Intention
• Welcome and grounding
• Clarifying your intention and emotional landscape
• Somatic preparation
Late Morning – Psilocybin Ceremony
• Guided macrodose session (4–6 hours)
• Somatic support, breathwork, trauma-informed care
• Music, meditation, and emotional release
Afternoon – Integration & Reflection
• Guided integration conversation
• Tools to support long-term healing and change
Holistic & Evidence-Based Approach:
This retreat blends:
• Clinical pharmacological insight
• Trauma-informed facilitation
• Breathwork, somatic processing, emotional release
• Personalized integration
Psilocybin has been shown in scientific studies to support:
• Reduced depression and anxiety
• Increased emotional resilience
• Improved neuroplasticity
• Release of trauma patterns
• Greater clarity, meaning, and purpose
Location:
Algarve, Portugal
A peaceful private shala surrounded by avocado and citrus orchards. Exact address provided upon booking.
Private Retreat Fees:
1-Day Private Retreat
• One person: €1490
• Two persons: €1990
2-Day & 3-Day Private Retreats
Includes accommodation, deeper integration, bodywork, sound healing, breathwork and nature experiences.
• From €2990 to €3990 (details upon request)
Private groups: pricing available upon request.
Booking & Consultation:
Before booking, we schedule a pre-screening consultation to:
• Review your medical and mental health history
• Assess potential contraindications
• Set clear intentions
• Personalize your retreat
📩 Email: sara@consciouspharmacist.co
📲 WhatsApp: +31 628481883
A preparation course valued at $109 is included with the retreat at no extra cost
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