About

 

Mission

To contribute to a raising of our collective consciousness, a coming together and celebration of what binds us rather than what divides us and an awareness of the wonder and beauty that surrounds us.

Vision

To lovingly and respectfully support those who wish to explore psychedelic experiences to foster deepening levels of healing, self-discovery and awareness, of connection,  of creativity and of consciousness.

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About Nigel

As a wanderer who’s found home, I bring a unique blend of experience into service—formed from fifty years walking a well-trodden path

I’m Nigel. Originally from England, I now live in Amsterdam with my husband, our dog, and sometimes our daughter. Along the way, home has also meant Brighton, London, and the lakeside city of Granada, Nicaragua.

My own journey has been shaped by many twists and turn—British boarding school, corporate life in London, deep awakenings while living and traveling in Central America, and over a decade working in the non-profit sector, both globally and locally, on issues of social justice. There have been burnouts, broken hearts, a coming out, and a coming home to myself.

Today, I work as a trauma-informed psychedelic guide and integration coach, supporting people to reconnect with their inner truth and navigate life’s deeper currents. I believe that personal healing not only nourishes the individual, but ripples outward to support collective wellbeing and transformation.

Psilocybin and other sacred plant medicines have been central to my own healing journey. Through them, I’ve learned to soften, to wonder, to trust, to create, and to reframe the past. These experiences, grounded in ceremony, have deepened my sense of belonging and catalysed spiritual enquiry.

Contemplative practice, breathwork, yoga, and shamanic drumming help keep me rooted and resourced. As a certified trauma-informed plant medicine facilitator, I offer safe, ethical, and heart-centered support for others walking the path of transformation.

I am a member and currently the chair of the Guild of Guides Netherlands, the professional association for facilitators of legal psychedelic experiences in the Netherlands and a co-signatory of the North Star psychedelics Ethics Pledge. Additionally I am a guide with the psychedelic collective Nectara andnd I support other psilocybin retreat centres in the Netherlands and around the world with facilitation and integration services

If you’d like to get to know me better, you can find podcasts and articles, and academic papers in which I feature here or check out the resources section here.

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Why Maguey?

Coming originally from the Mexican Taíno language, Maguey (pronounced magwey) is an alternative name for the Mexican agave plant. The plant holds a personal resonance for me, you could say it’s my spiritual plant brother.  I have always been drawn to its presence, its form and it’s story. Also known as the century plant it flowers just once in its life,  sending forth its magnificent bloom, before dying. A dramatic representation of the circle of life. 

What people are saying

  • I’d struggled for 5 decades with various aspects of my life and never found traction after years of conventional approaches to care. From an intellectual standpoint psychedelics have fascinated me, but I’d never consumed anything stronger than a coffee. I’m still not what brought me to Nigel’s door. But I’m grateful, it did. In hindsight, I’ve realised that the part Nigel played was analogous to a mountain guide. He didn’t just give me a map, we were together for the whole journey. Not only was my safety assured, I saw things that would have been hidden without his depth of experience and knowledge. The insight I received arrived the next morning and has been quietly life changing. Thank you Nigel

    John, Manchester, UK

  • My psychedelic journey with Nigel was profoundly meaningful and Nigel´s support before, during, and after was a key aspect of this. I felt accompanied throughout all stages in a flow that Nigel curated with intention and professionalism. During the session, he created a safe and trusted container both physically and energetically that enabled me to let go and explore what the plant medicine had to show me. Moreover, the ceremonial aspect of the session was very special in multiple ways.  I feel very fortunate to have met Nigel and have had his support for this process. I would come back again in the future if I wish to have another psychedelic journey and would recommend him to anyone that is looking to have a psychedelic-assisted discovery. 

    Constanza, Cordoba, Spain

  • Wonderful experience in a warm and safe environment with a great, professional but humble guide. Very special how the ceremony let you travel to the deepest places within yourself, still feeling part of a bigger connection. WOW. Loved it.

    Eric, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

  • Nigel's gentle presence and understanding nature from the start helped me feel safe and comfortable throughout my journey. I appreciated his awareness of my previous negative experience with psychedelics, and he created a supportive and safe space for me to explore the healing potential of psilocybin.
Nigel's empathetic and compassionate approach, along with his deep knowledge of psychedelics and the human psyche, was evident in every interaction we had. Working with Nigel also helped prepare mentally and emotionally for the journey, which was invaluable in rebuilding my trust in the process. Overall, Nigel's guidance and expertise were essential in making my psilocybin experience a positive and transformative one.

    Julia, London, UK

  • I am very grateful to have been referred to Nigel. I gather that every truffle experience is different – you don’t know what awaits - but I can’t imagine having a better guide for the trip. Relax and enjoy it. You’ll be in safe hands.

    Monica, Vancouver, Canada

  • I could not think of any better way to be introduced to psychedelics than the way Nigel handled my session. A very respectful guide both on the physical and spiritual realm, who gives you the space to express and discover yourself. I have already sent friends to him!  

    Chris, Switzerland

  • There’s a lot of room and attention for questions, experiences and talking when working with Nigel, and that makes such a personal journey very comfortable. For me that’s very important because this way you feel very safe and relaxed. And in the end that’s the best headspace to be in when you undertake something like this.

    Pieter, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

  • The ceremony day was a wonderful journey in my body, head, heart, floating in landscapes, in history and the now, with people I know or had never met. Accompanied by beautiful music, scents, rituals. Nigel's professionalism and loving attention are impressive. I am very grateful that I was able to concentrate on this entire process (see the program) for a number of weeks this winter. For me it was not 'just a one day' psychedelic-ceremony or experience. It has given me a far deeper connection to what is important to me and how to move forward with it. Special thanks for that Nigel. So, observe this invitation you're looking at right now! And consider going for it! It's a great gift!

    Magda, Hilversum, The Netherlands

  • I want to thank you for the beautiful journey you organised and coached. The healing experience was a wonderful one and gave me very special insights in my life, insights that made me connect things of the past that i had never connected before…. I am now two months later and the experience stays with me as if it were a beautifully wrapped gift box that i can open every now and then to look into and feel connected.

    Paul, Antwerp, Belgium

  • This has been one of the nicest experiences I ever had. Also one with big impact on my life. Your help and guidance on this journey where so valuable. I hope that the changes I made will stay with me forever. Thanks and hope to see you again for another ceremony programme .

    Richard, Weesp, The Netherlands

  • My psychedelic experience through MAGUEY was transformative, thanks to the skilled guidance of my guide. Their calm, knowledgeable presence created a safe and nurturing space. They professionally and intuitively supported me through the preparation, emotional waves, gently encouraging introspection. Their grounding energy and insights afterward helped me integrate the experience into my life. Highly recommended.

    François, Barcelona, Spain

  • I had a wonderful experience working with Nigel, he was professional, knowledgeable, and skilled in curating an experience in which I felt safe and comfortable to explore and develop myself. I remain grateful for his guidance and care. Would certainly recommend!

    Tim, New Mexico, USA