day retreat
24 april 2026
Nancy van Helvoirt
Facilitator
Sanne de Burger Facilitator
Your inner world awaits you. Step into its depths and listen to the wisdom that longs to be heard there.
A deep inner journey – a day of transformation and connection
We'd like to invite you on a special journey. On April 24, 2026, we'll once again host a day ceremony. A journey within, to the deepest layers of your consciousness, to insights that have been hidden and may awaken. From 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, we'll guide you through a ceremony with psychedelic truffles in a safe, supportive setting—an experience that can change your life, whether subtle or profound. A psychedelic journey expands your consciousness and strengthens feelings of connection, love, and compassion. It helps you break free from fixed thought patterns, put your ego into perspective, and see yourself and the world from a new perspective.
What makes this day so special isn't just the magic of the truffles, but especially the people who guide you through it. Sanne and Nancy have decades of experience facilitating transformative processes.
Sanne, with her background as a psychiatric nurse and psychosocial therapist, is an expert facilitator who has been supporting people on their psychedelic journey for over 20 years. She has guided many people, and her wealth of experience ensures you feel in safe hands.
Nancy, a psychologist and hypnotherapist, is also thoroughly trained as a facilitator of psychedelic journeys. Her daily hypnosis sessions are like mini inner journeys in themselves. Together, they ensure you make this journey not only safely but also with the right intention and care.
A special place for peace and connection, a healing journey
We welcome you to the serene yoga studio of Zen Natuurlijk in Wijbosch – a place steeped in peace and harmony. From the moment you step inside, your journey begins. We start the day with a relaxing introduction, followed by bodywork to help you land in the moment.
This is followed by a ceremony, during which you'll have the opportunity to take a dose of truffles tailored to your specific needs. We'll create a supportive environment where you feel supported, where you have the space to experience, to feel deeply, and to let go. Throughout the entire journey, we'll be there for you, with genuine attention and care.
Integration: the first steps in a new movement
As the journey slowly winds down, we gather for a light, nourishing meal. This is the time to gently let your experiences settle, where words slowly take shape, and where you can connect with others and share what has touched your soul. But the ceremony doesn't stop there.
After the experience, there will be an online integration discussion in a group setting in the following weeks to support you in integrating your insights into daily life.
We also share a clear step-by-step plan that allows you to independently set up a successful integration. This way, you'll know exactly how to process insights, identify challenges, and reinforce positive changes.
Investing in yourself
We offer a complete experience with personal guidance, a healthy meal, and attention to comprehensive integration. What sets us apart from many other providers is our genuine dedication to each participant. This attention begins well before the ceremony, during the preparation phase. To ensure a safe and familiar atmosphere, we work with groups of around six people. Larger groups—upwards of 20 people—are often experienced as overwhelming, so we deliberately choose a small-scale approach.
The location also plays an important role: a special, natural environment contributes significantly to the experience and feeling of safety.
Our guidance begins with a personal screening and a thorough preparatory meeting. This helps build trust and ensures proper coordination. During this meeting, we'll get to know each other, discuss the screening results, and explore your intentions for the ceremony.
Thanks to our professional background and extensive experience, we can guarantee a safe and high-quality setting. Through these careful choices, we create the right conditions—the right set and setting—so you'll find this investment in yourself is worth it.
Are you ready to embark on this profound journey to yourself? Do you want to feel what it means to truly let go, open up, and reconnect?
Feel welcome!
Date & Location
- Date: April 24, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Location: Yoga Studio Zen Naturally, Wijbosch
- Group size: 4 to 8 participants, so that everyone receives personal attention
- Optional: It's important that you're dropped off and picked up so you can fully immerse yourself. Overnight stays in a B&B or hotel are possible. We can help you book and arrange transportation.
Investment
Investment:
We aim for a group of around six people. With four participants, the retreat will proceed, though the price will be slightly higher due to the fixed investment. The smaller the group, the more space and benefits—and the experience is more than worth it in any case.
The rates are as follows:
- 4 persons: €845,-
- 5 persons: €745,-
- 6 persons: €645,-
- 7 persons: €575,-
- 8 persons: €475,-
Including a comprehensive screening and preparatory conversation, a healthy meal on the day of the ceremony, an online integration group conversation afterward, and a clear step-by-step plan to integrate your insights in a sustainable way.
Optional:
If you require additional support, it is also possible to book a separate therapeutic session with one of the therapists.
experiences of participants:
A path of growth and insight
"I felt 'light', literally a burden had been lifted from me." Click for more
After several hypnosis sessions at Studio Vrij, which had already made significant improvements in my depression, I wanted to take things a step further. I had already done extensive research into psychedelic treatment methods and, in consultation with Nancy, decided to take the plunge. This was especially true because I now had complete confidence in Nancy as a counselor. I was a bit nervous, but the preparation with Nancy was thorough, and I went into it relaxed and calm. And the results were impressive. During the week following the session, I felt very energetic and acutely aware of my surroundings; everything literally came through all my senses. I felt "light," a weight had literally been lifted from me. Now, seven weeks later, I have increased energy, motivation, and creativity. I'm very focused, clear, focused, and have everything in order.
I no longer procrastinate and do many things that I've been putting off for a long time. However, I do this without feeling the urge; it feels very natural. Another pleasant consequence is that I no longer feel the need to smoke weed or snack endlessly! Not even an occasional glass of wine. And I no longer need nine hours of sleep; instead, I wake up every morning energized and looking forward to the day and what lies ahead.
"I had never used anything before, but I went into it with an open mind. What followed was a very special experience that will benefit me for the rest of my life." Click for more
My wife's death changed my perspective on life. It made me more open to things beyond the materialistic life I'd led up to that point. That's how I discovered things like psychedelic retreats, which apparently helped many people cope with the loss of a loved one.
I registered with Studio Vrij, and the first thing that struck me was the care and attention given to me in the initial process. Of course, I didn't really have any expectations, but it was already so helpful to share my story with Nancy and the other counselor. This quickly made us feel like strangers to each other.
And then the day of the retreat itself. It was a wonderful, beautiful, and helpful experience. First of all, it's in a beautiful and peaceful location. You immediately feel at ease, and it's easy to shut yourself off from the rest of the world for a while. The session was with a small group, which I also found very helpful. Everyone can share their story if they wish. This was certainly true for me, but I think for the others as well, that it's nice to know that everyone struggles with something and you can be open about it in a safe place. After the introductions and breathing exercises, there was a short break, after which the session began. I had never used anything before, but I went into it with an open mind. What followed was a very special experience that will benefit me for the rest of my life. I was able to transform some of my sadness into a feeling of gratitude and happiness for the time we were able to spend together. Because of this, I can enjoy everyday things a little more again, despite the fact that there is still some sadness and loss. But that's okay, and it's also very comforting to be able to accept it. After the session, there was plenty of time to recover and settle down. There was room to share experiences, and we ended with a meal together. It's wonderful to get to know people you've never met before in just one day, without superficialities.
Everything is perfectly taken care of, and the guides are always ready and friendly. For now, I can manage on my own, but if for any reason I find things a bit tough again, I know where to turn.
“My journey was emotionally and physically intense, but I felt incredibly supported and safe.” Click for more
Before the retreat, I was well-prepared for what was to come. I received a comprehensive file that clearly explained everything and provided information on where I could find more information. It was also very helpful to get acquainted beforehand, with plenty of time and space to ask all my questions and build a rapport. The retreat location was breathtakingly beautiful, with plenty of light and everything you need for a comfortable journey. Beforehand, we did various body-oriented exercises as a group to help us settle down. My journey was emotionally and physically intense, but I felt incredibly supported and safe. They intuitively sense what you need. It was wonderful that they were also available the next day when I was still struggling with some aspects of my journey. This experience has definitely helped me further in my journey, and I will definitely return in the future.
"I am really full of energy and have really let go of my 'free child'." Click for more
I just wanted to let you know that I had a wonderful vacation after my ceremony. I'm absolutely bursting with energy and have truly unleashed my "free child."
Yesterday I took another breathwork journey with a breathwork coach...and it was so fantastic; the images I saw matched my psychedelic journey. I got the clear feeling again that everything is already alright, that I felt supported, and that confirmation again...I think the effects of my journey are visible in this as well. I feel much better, too.
And I'm so happy with those first buds on the trees and shrubs and the spring flowers... we're entering the good season. I wanted to share this with you.
FAQs
Are the retreats legal?
Yes. Our retreats comply with Dutch law and use legal psychedelic substances, such as psilocybin truffles, under the guidance of trained facilitators.
Why do we choose truffles?
We use truffles in our programs because mushrooms containing psilocybin are not legally available in the Netherlands. Truffles may look different, but they contain the same active ingredient (psilocybin) as so-called "magic mushrooms."
Are truffles containing psilocybin safe?
We work with a base dose of approximately 30 mg of psilocybin. This dose can be adjusted depending on the participant. We can lower it if necessary, or increase it. It's possible to increase the dose later with a booster up to a maximum of 45 mg, so the experience is optimally tailored to what is safe and appropriate for you.
What can you expect during the ceremony?
A large part of the ceremony focuses on turning inward. Mattresses and bedding will be provided for you. With an eye mask, you temporarily shut out the outside world, allowing you to fully attune to your inner experience. A special inner world opens up, where feelings, memories, insights, and intuitive messages can surface. Sometimes this brings intense emotions, unravels old patterns, or conversely, a sense of wonder and deep peace.
During the ceremony, your body often follows its own rhythm. You might feel the urge to sit up, look out the window for a moment, or gently move to the music. Anything you do is welcome, as long as it doesn't disturb the other participants, and it's part of your personal process. This way, the experience is attuned to what emerges from within you.
The ceremony not only offers an intense inner journey, but also valuable insights and tools that you can take with you in your daily life.
What if I have a bad trip?
During a psychedelic journey, intense emotions such as fear, sadness, or confusion can surface. This is precisely a crucial part of the process: releasing these emotions creates space for insight, processing, and healing.
In our retreats, you're always safely surrounded by experienced facilitators who support, reassure, and guide you throughout the journey. Thanks to careful screening, a peaceful environment, and personalized attention, you can fully immerse yourself in the experience.
After the session there is also room for integration and debriefing, so that you can process insights and emotions in a safe way and take them with you into your daily life.
With the right guidance, even a difficult experience can be profound and healing.
What is the process like after the retreat?
A psychedelic experience can unleash many things—insights, emotions, and new perspectives. Integration is therefore an essential part of the process, as it helps anchor the insights gained and apply them sustainably to your daily life.
The brain remains highly plastic for a while after the experience. In the first 24 hours after the session, a surge of inner growth occurs, and during the following week, the brain remains flexible and receptive. After a few weeks, this neuroplasticity stabilizes again. By actively working with the insights during this period, you can anchor positive changes in a lasting way.
We share a clear step-by-step plan to help you establish successful integration. This way, you'll learn to process insights, recognize challenges, and reinforce changes in your daily life.
You can also schedule optional integration sessions. During these sessions, you'll work with a facilitator to delve deeper into what emerged during the experience, discuss questions, and receive concrete tools to permanently integrate your insights.
In this way, we ensure that the experience is not only intensive and meaningful, but also practically applicable and valuable in the long term.
Cancellation policy
When you register for the day retreat, you enter into an agreement with Studio Vrij. Due to the nature of the retreat, the limited group size, and the necessary preparation, we apply the following cancellation policy:
Up to 2 months before the planned retreat date
Cancellation is free of charge. Any amount already paid will be fully refunded.
Between 2 months and 1 month before the retreat date
In case of cancellation, 50% of the participation fee will be refunded.
Between 1 month and 2 weeks before the retreat date
In case of cancellation, 25% of the participation fee will be refunded.
Within 2 weeks before the retreat date
In case of cancellation, no refund will be made and the full participation fee is due.
Cancellations must be submitted in writing by email. The date we receive the cancellation will be considered the cancellation date.
By making payment, the participant agrees to these cancellation conditions.