Ep 33: Marieke Van Der Spek: psychedelic assisted coaching at “The Matter”

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Marieke Van Der Spek, co founder and coach at The Matter, shares her personal journey with psychedelics and her work in psychedelic-assisted coaching. Marieke’s transformation from the corporate world to a more spiritually connected path, is incredible with psychedelics playing a key role in her personal healing and self-discovery and now she wants to share that with others. This led her to co-found The Matter with her husband Eric, where they facilitate individual and group journeys using psilocybin truffles.
Marieke emphasizes the importance of trust, both in oneself and in the process of a psychedelic journey. She describes how these journeys enable people to confront stored emotions, navigate their subconscious, and enhance emotional awareness. The coaching she offers is rooted in allowing individuals to explore their inner world with support, helping them integrate these profound experiences into their everyday lives.
Marieke also lets us in on the structure of the psychedelic retreats she creates, explaining the three-day process that includes preparation, medium and high-dose journeys, and integration sessions. Always with an eye toward the significance of creating a safe space for people to let go, reflect, and experience deep personal change. We also cover the legal context of psychedelics in the Netherlands and how Marieke connects with people from all over the world and brings them to her retreat center.
If you are curious about how psychedelics can be used as a tool for personal growth and transformation, listen in as we go into detail and answer questions about psychedelic experiences at The Matter.
Key Moments:

1. Marieke’s personal journey from corporate work to psychedelic coaching.
2. The benefits of psychedelic journeys for emotional healing, self-trust, and personal growth.
3. The structure of a typical three-day retreat at The Matter involving psilocybin truffles.
4. Differences between individual and group journeys, and the importance of creating a safe environment.
5. Legal status of psilocybin in the Netherlands and the international interest in these retreats

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