Most psychedelic sessions benefit from some guidance, but the amount should match the person and context. Think in three parts: preparation, supportive presence during the session, and integration afterward. Not everyone needs intensive psychotherapy, and not everyone thrives with minimal support. Minimal guidance can work for people who are well prepared, feel safe, and prefer […]
FAQ
How did a guided duo truffle session help us heal old trauma and oppression?
From your description, the guided duo session helped by combining a clear preparation, a safe container, and intentional surrender. Your guide framed the journey in layers, which gave you a map to move from mental noise into deeper emotions and, eventually, a felt sense of connection. That structure can make intense moments feel workable rather […]
What is truffle trip therapy and what does it involve?
Truffle trip therapy is a guided psychedelic coaching process that uses psilocybin-containing truffles in the Netherlands to support personal insight, emotional processing, and growth. It is more than a single experience and centers on careful preparation and follow-up around the session. Typically it involves four phases: an intake and screening to clarify goals and risks, […]
What is a duo session in trip therapy and how does it work?
A duo session in trip therapy is a private, guided session for two people who want to explore an inner journey together. You share the setting and part of the experience while there is space for each person’s own process, intentions, and sensitivities. It suits partners, friends, family members, or any two people who know […]
Can CoQ10 and psilocybin help rheumatism, and is combining them beneficial?
Short answer: CoQ10 and psilocybin each have early evidence pointing to effects on inflammation, oxidative stress, and stress perception, but neither is proven as a treatment for rheumatism. Small studies suggest CoQ10 may support markers linked to disease activity when added to standard care. Psilocybin research is mostly in adults and focuses on mental health; […]
What do psychedelics do to the brain, according to new fMRI research?
According to a new resting-state fMRI mega-analysis, psychedelics do not simply make brain networks fall apart. Instead, they most consistently increase communication between higher-order transmodal networks, such as default mode and frontoparietal systems, and sensory or motor networks. In other words, boundaries between normally segregated systems appear to soften during the acute state. Evidence for […]
Can spirulina help when preparing for a psilocybin session for anxiety?
Spirulina may help as part of preparation for a psilocybin session by supporting general stress management. Some research reports reduced perceived anxiety and stress in specific groups using spirulina, but I cannot verify that this directly applies to psilocybin preparation or to anxiety disorders. Psilocybin research suggests a temporary boost in neuroplasticity pathways like BDNF […]
What is the most natural Dutch term for ‘psychedelic facilitator’?
The most natural Dutch term for psychedelic facilitator is psychedelisch begeleider. The English loanword facilitator is understood but often feels more abstract in Dutch. Related terms are narrower or more specific. A tripsitter usually focuses on presence, calm, and practical safety, with less steering of the process. A sjamaan belongs to a spiritual or ceremonial […]
How does Ronald Hochstenbach approach guiding psychedelic sessions?
Ronald Hochstenbach approaches psychedelic work as a therapeutic process rather than a search for intense experiences. He emphasizes careful preparation with intake, safety, intentions, and practices that build awareness and regulation before any session begins. In session his style is steady and attentive. He is non-directive when space is needed and more structured when clarity […]
How can Easter and Passover themes enrich psychedelic sessions?
Easter and Passover offer powerful metaphors that can add depth to a psychedelic session. Easter points to letting go and renewal, while Passover centers on liberation from what confines you. Both highlight a passage from constriction to spaciousness, which aligns with how sessions can reveal old patterns and open room for change. Use these themes […]
When will the therapist contact me before my psychedelic therapy session?
About a week before your psychedelic therapy session, your chosen therapist or tripsitter will proactively contact you. This call is used to prepare the session together, answer your questions, and help you feel mentally and emotionally ready. Sometimes the contact happens earlier. You can request this if you already have questions or want extra reassurance, […]
Is it okay to do three truffle sessions in one week?
Short answer: three truffle sessions in one week is not advisable in most cases. If time is very limited, two sessions in one week can be the practical maximum. That only makes sense if the first session is well tolerated, the second is planned with tolerance in mind, and you leave clear space for rest […]