Psilocybin Retreats &

Psychedelic Coaching

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Guiding you through your healing journey

We are here to walk beside you on your path of healing, transformation, and self-discovery. As experienced, trauma-informed psychedelic practitioners, we offer compassionate support at every stage of your psilocybin journey — from preparation, to ceremony, to integration.

In the lead-up to your retreat, we help ensure you're grounded, informed, and emotionally ready. During the retreat, we create the conditions for you to fully surrender to your process. Afterward, we offer integration coaching to weave your insights into daily life in a lasting, sustainable way.

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A holistic and trauma-informed approach

At MAGUEY, our approach bridges ancient wisdom and modern healing practices. Rooted in contemplative practice, ritual and ceremony, and nature-based knowledge, we blend these traditions with effective Western approaches to wellbeing, including psychedelic integration coaching, therapeutic methods, and personal development work.

Our programmes

Private Retreats

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A deeply personal psilocybin experience, designed entirely around you. Held in Amsterdam, with full preparation, ceremony, and integration support.

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Group Retreats

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Balancing shared journey with individual care. Bespoke and organised programmes across tranquil locations in the Netherlands and Portugal.

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Preparation & Integration

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Standalone preparation and integration support for those working independently or sitting with other guides, all online.

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Safe, held, deeply personal

Each programme includes modular support across all key stages: practical preparation, supportive instruction, one-to-one coaching, guided ceremony time, and integration. This is complemented by opportunities for self-reflection, embodiment practices, and inner enquiry.

Our facilitators are certified members of the Guild of Guides Netherlands, adhering to its Code of Conduct. Safety is foundational — every participant undergoes a health screening before joining a programme.

From past participants

  • 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

  • I came to MAGUEY with curiosity, hoping for a new, illuminating, safe experience. The thoughtfully designed program and Nigel’s gentle, intuitive guidance delivered both that and much more. The whole experience of the program was transformative, peaceful, safe, and joyful for me, and I left with a newfound grounded mindset with clear ideas of how I want to approach several levels of life: all wrapped in a blanket of peace. If you are curious about this kind of work, I highly recommend MAGUEY!

    Anders, Amsterdam

Frequently asked questions

  • Our psilocybin retreat programmes are thoughtfully designed for individuals seeking personal growth, emotional healing, or deeper self-discovery. Whether you’re exploring the therapeutic benefits of psilocybin or looking for profound spiritual insight, our retreats offer a safe, supportive environment for transformation.

    We offer both private psilocybin retreats and tailored group psilocybin retreats, welcoming participants of all backgrounds — race, gender, and sexuality are not a barrier to participation.

    However, our weekend retreat programmess are specifically designed for members of the queer community, ensuring a space of deep understanding and mutual respect.

    Our retreats are available to individuals over the age of 21, and all participants will undergo a health screening to ensure their safety and well-being during the journey.

  • At MAGUEY, safety is our top priority. While psychedelic retreats can offer profound benefits for many, they may not be suitable for everyone. To ensure that this work is aligned with each participant’s needs, all individuals undergo a health screening prior to the retreat.

    Our facilitators are certified members of the Guild of Guides Netherlands, adhering to its Code of Conduct and accountable to its framework. This ensures that our psilocybin retreats are conducted with the highest ethical standards and with your wellbeing in mind at all stages of the journey.

  • "Set and setting" is a foundational concept in the safe and intentional use of psychedelics.

    • Set refers to your mindset (bodyset, heartset) going into the experience—your mood, expectations, intentions, and overall mental and emotional state.

    • Setting refers to the environment in which the experience takes place—this includes the physical space, the people present, and the overall atmosphere.

    Both play a vital role in shaping the direction and quality of a psychedelic journey. A supportive, safe, and calm setting, combined with a grounded and open mindset, can significantly enhance the potential for healing, insight, and transformation. At MAGUEY, great care is taken to prepare and hold both set and setting in ways that support your safety and growth. description

  • Our private psilocybin retreats in the Netherlands are held in the city of Amsterdam. For our group psilocybin retreats, we offer a variety of scenic and tranquil locations across the Netherlands, carefully selected to enhance your healing and self-discovery experience.

    If you have a preferred venue, your guide can also arrange to visit other locations in the Netherlands, ensuring that your psilocybin journey takes place in a setting that best supports your needs.

  • We offer a comprehensive preparation programme to help you get ready for your psilocybin retreat with confidence and clarity. This includes practical guidance, supportive instruction, and one-to-one coaching tailored to your needs.

    You’ll be gently guided through reflective practices, mindfulness and embodiment techniques, and invited into deep inner enquiry—so you can approach your psychedelic journey with intention, grounding, and trust in the process.

  • After your psilocybin retreat, we provide a full psychedelic integration programme designed to support your ongoing healing and personal growth. This includes practical guidance, supportive instruction, and one-to-one integration coaching tailored to your unique journey.

    You’ll also be invited to participate in community-based integration circles, offering a safe and supportive space to continue your reflection. These resources help you integrate psychedelic insights into your daily life in a way that is meaningful, grounded, and sustainable.

  • Psychedelic integration is the process of making sense of a journey — emotionally, spiritually, and somatically. It's where the insights land and become part of your lived life. Without integration, the experience may remain fragmented. With it, healing deepens and transformation becomes sustainable. description

  • A psychedelic integration coach offers compassionate guidance before and after your journey. They help you prepare with clarity and intention, and support you afterward in grounding what emerged — whether that’s emotional release, spiritual insight, or personal growth.

  • Not at all. Whether this is your first encounter with psilocybin or you've had many psychedelic experiences, our facilitators will meet you where you are and offer support that's grounded, respectful, and attuned to your needs.

  • Yes. We run legal pilocybin retreats in the Netherlands.  We work with psilocybin truffles, which are permitted in the Netherlands and we operate our retreats within the remits of Dutch law.

  • Psilocybin mushrooms are illegal in the Netherlands, but psilocybin truffles — which contain the same active compound — are legal.

  • Both come from the same fungal organism and contain psilocybin. Magic truffles are the underground part, known as sclerotia. They are legal in the Netherlands and offer similar effects to mushrooms — deep emotional, spiritual, and psychological exploration.

  • This is not psychedelic therapy or psychedelic psychotherapy.

    What we offer is psychedelic-assisted self-discovery—a path that supports people in their journey from functioning to flourishing. We do not work with individuals diagnosed with complex mental health issues, and we do not diagnose, treat, or offer clinical support.

  • A trauma-informed psychedelic practitioner is someone who supports individuals through psychedelic experiences with a deep awareness of how trauma impacts the nervous system, behavior, and healing processes. Drawing on trauma-informed principles, they create a safe, respectful, and empowering environment that recognizes the complexities of trauma and prioritizes the client's emotional and psychological wellbeing throughout the entire journey — from preparation through integration.

    Trauma-informed psychedelic practitioners understand that healing is non-linear, and that deep transformation arises not just from the medicine, but from how safely the client is held before, during, and after the journey.

  • No. We work with people from around the world. Integration and preparation sessions are offered online, and in-person ceremonies and retreats are available for those who travel to the Netherlands.

  • Yes. Many people benefit from support even if they’re not sitting in ceremony with me. I offer standalone preparation and integration sessions for those working independently or with other guides, ensuring you feel supported at every stage.

  • Safety is foundational. That means clear communication, mutual agreements, and trauma-informed care. Your autonomy, choice, and boundaries are honored at every step — from first contact to final integration.

  • No, this is not microdosing.

    In MAGUEY ceremonies, we work with medium to high doses of psilocybin truffles in a safe, intentional setting designed to support deep transformational healing and expanded states of consciousness.

    Microdosing typically involves taking very small, sub-perceptual amounts of a psychedelic substance regularly over time to enhance mood, creativity, or focus—without entering a fully altered state.

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Occasional notes on psychedelics, healing, and the inner life — from Nigel and the MAGUEY community. Alternatively, book a free discovery call with Nigel to discuss whether our offerings are right for you.

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