(NEW) Inwardbound 7-Day Psychedelic Facilitation Immersive Skills Training

With Rob Ó Cobhthaigh (Psychotherapist), Dr. Darragh Stewart Phd and Cristina Kalyani

August 23 - 30, 2025

Date and Time Details: Saturday 23rd August - Saturday 30th August 2025

Location: Guantecaste, Costa Rica

Contact: Inwardbound Team
training@inwardbound.ie

  • €5,500.00 – €5500 euro per person
  • €4,999.00 – 4999 euro per person Early bird price before 31 May 2025
  • €4,799.00 – 4799 euro rice per person couple sharing

7-Day Psychedelic Facilitation Immersive Skills Training

Master the Art of Psychedelic Facilitation

Step into the world of psychedelic facilitation with our immersive 7-day Psychedelic Facilitation Skills Training—a deep dive into the ethical, therapeutic, and practical aspects of holding space for psychedelic experiences. Whether you’re a therapist, psychologist, mental health professional , or simply drawn to this path, this training will equip you with the tools, confidence, and wisdom to guide others through profound inner journeys.

Whether you’re a therapist or mental health professional, this experiential training provides the tools, experience, and confidence to hold space with integrity, professionalism and care.

With almost 1,000 participants on our retreats over the past 7 years, Inwardbound are one of the world leaders in delivering psilocybin retreats. About 10% of our clients have been psychiatrists or other mental health professionals.

What You’ll Learn:

Multi-Modal Therapeutic Approaches – Integrate techniques from somatic therapy, depth psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), transpersonal  and humanistic psychology,  holotropic breathwork and and mindfulness-based practices.

Space Holding/ Facilitation Skills – Develop grounding techniques, energetic boundaries, and trauma-informed care strategies.

Psychedelic Science & Ethics – Understand the neuroscience, cultural history, and ethical considerations of facilitation.
Navigating Difficult Journeys – Learn de-escalation techniques, emotional processing tools, and harm reduction strategies.
Integration & Aftercare – Support clients in translating their insights into lasting change through creative, somatic, and cognitive approaches.
Hands-On Practice – Engage in guided role-playing, meditation, breathwork, and experiential exercises to embody your facilitation skills.

Led by seasoned facilitators, this retreat-style workshop blends ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and cutting-edge research to help you become a more confident, skilled and compassionate facilitator.

Are you ready to deepen your skills and step into this vital work?
Spots are limited—apply now! 🌿✨

Our 7 day in-person, experiential retreat can be combined the Inwardbound Introduction to Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy online training programme for an investment of €999 when you attend our practical retreat. This practical and theoretical approach will give you a comprehensive introduction to Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.

 

 

Sample training Schedule (subject to change) 

Day 1: Arrival & Opening Circle

18:00 – Arrival & Dinner

  • Participants arrive, check-in, and settle into the space

  • Light, mindful dinner to ground and connect

20:00 – Opening Circle

  • Welcome & group introductions

  • Setting intentions for the journey ahead

  • Breathwork & grounding meditation

  • Journaling & personal reflection

21:30 – Rest & Integration

  • Free time to relax, journal, or connect quietly


Day 2 – 6: Core Training & Experiential Learning

(Schedule remains the same, with daily workshops, hands-on practice, and integration activities.)

Day 2: Holding Space & Trauma-Informed Facilitation

🌿 Morning: The Art of Holding Space

  • Presence, attunement & deep listening

  • Creating safe and sacred space

  • Energetic boundaries & self-care for facilitators

🌿 Afternoon: Trauma-Informed Approaches

  • Understanding trauma & nervous system regulation

  • Somatic & mindfulness-based techniques

  • Supporting challenging experiences

🌿 Evening: Sound & Movement Therapy

  • Expressive movement & sound journey

  • Reflection & group sharing


Day 3: Therapeutic Modalities & Navigating Difficult Journeys/ Managing Fear

🌿 Morning: Integrating Therapeutic Approaches

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) & parts work

  • Jungian & transpersonal psychology insights

  • Somatic therapy & breathwork integration

🌿 Afternoon: Navigating Challenging Experiences

  • Crisis intervention & de-escalation techniques

  • Non-verbal communication & co-regulation

  • Role-playing difficult scenarios

🌿 Evening: Guided Meditation & Sound Healing


Day 4: The Journey Experience & Expanded States of Consciousness

🌿 Morning: Altered States Exploration

  • Preparation protocols for journeying

  • Music, ritual, and ceremony in psychedelic sessions

  • Legal & ethical considerations in facilitation

Afternoon: Deep Experiential Practice( Ceremony 1)

Evening: Creative Expression & Art Therapy

  • Drawing, writing, or movement as integration

  • Group reflection & sharing


Day 5: Integration & Aftercare Strategies

Morning: The Importance of Integration

  • The role of integration in healing

  • Cognitive, somatic & creative approaches

  • Supporting long-term change

Case Studies & Real-World Applications

  • Reviewing real-world psychedelic journeys

  • Personalized integration plans

  • Facilitator self-care & avoiding burnout

Afternoon: Ceremony 2

Evening: Silent Reflection & Nature Immersion


Day 6: Practice, Role-Playing & Supervision

Morning: Facilitator Role-Playing

  • Hands-on facilitation practice in small groups

  • Giving & receiving feedback

  • Developing personal facilitation style

Afternoon: Supervision & Ethical Dilemmas

  • Group discussion on ethical gray areas

  • Boundaries, consent & legal considerations

  • Q&A with experienced facilitators

Evening: Community Fire Circle & Ceremony


Day 7: Closing Circle & Departure

08:00 – Light Breakfast & Reflection

  • Gentle morning practice (breathwork or meditation)

  • Time for personal journaling & integration

-09:00 – Closing Circle

  • Sharing insights & gratitude

  • Breathwork & final grounding

  • Setting personal intentions moving forward

11:00 – Departure

Pricing

Individual: 5500 euro per person.

    • Early bird 4999 euro before the 31 May 2025
      Couple: 4,799 euro (price per person sharing a room)
    • Please note: To apply for the training programme, please email training@Inwardbound.ie. We will arrange an exploration call with you where we can answer any questions you may have. If you feel a retreat would benefit you, you can then submit a full screening form and deposit to hold your place. A consultation call with a psychotherapist will then be arranged to assure the training is mutually suitable.

      Booking Conditions

            • Deposit of €1,500 is required to secure your place.
            • If you do not qualify for the retreat programme after a consultation with our psychotherapist, we will return your deposit minus €200 consultation & admin fee.
            • For earlier flights on the last day of the retreat: Private taxi can be arranged. The venue is approximately 6 hours drive from San Jose International airport. We recommend you fly internally from San Jose- Cobano on the first day of the retreat.
            • The programme fee does not include flights or other transport to Costa Rica.
            • Refund, change of date and Cancellation Policy: 
              • The retreat is 100% refundable for a cancellation 60+ days before the retreat start date minus €200 consultation & admin fee.
              • The retreat is 50% refundable if cancelled 30-59 days before the start date.
              • The retreat is non-refundable if cancelled 0-29 days before the retreat start date.
              To move your booking to another retreat: 
              •  50+ days before the original retreat start date, this will be free of charge.
              • 30-49 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 30% charge
              • 15-29 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 80% charge
              • 0-14 days before the original retreat start date, there is a 100% charge
              • Your booking can be moved with in a 12 month period. After that, the deposit cannot be refunded.
            • Read full Terms & Conditions.

       

      Here’s what our retreat programme has in store for you:

      • Pre-departure:
        • Full Screening
        • 1x Exploration Call
        • 1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist
        • 6 week Preparation Work Book and Videos
        • 3 x Preparatory lectures
        • Group Preparation Call
      • On Retreat:
        • 7 days in a beautiful location in Costa Rica.
        • 2x session with Psilocybin Mushrooms (stepped dose)
        • 7 x overnight accommodation in private ensuite rooms
        • 3x full-time teaching/ facilitation team
        • Private transfer from Cobano airport to the venue (approx.  40 mins)
        • All meals: vegetarian & vegan, organic and local (where possible)
        • Bodywork with yoga
        • Workshops in breathing techniques
        • Art therapy and mandala work
        • Ecotherapy, forest nature walks and time on a tropical beach
        • The Retreat: Depending on the participant, we may also offer:
          • Massage therapy
          • Transpersonal therapy
          • Essential oils
      •  Integration:
        • 1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist
        • Group Integration Call
        • Integration workbook and videos
        • Follow-up options and referrals
        • Lifetime access to the community

      Venue

      A luxury venue in the beautiful rainforest of Costa Rica in Guantacaste. Our retreat venue is located about a 6 hour drive from San Jose International airport in  Guanacasta, or a 40 minute drive from Cobano airport. We recommend that you fly from San Jose- Cobano with Green Air arriving by 15.45 on the first day of your retreat.

      Our venue sits perched atop 74 acres of undeveloped jungle, offering stunning ocean views, vast tranquility and peaceful solitude allowing for a truly unique and special connection to the surrounding environment.

      Key Dates

      • 1:1 Consultation with a Psychotherapist 
      • 2x hour long Psychedelic Assisted Training Calls: 2-3 weeks before the retreat
      • Online Preparation and Information  Call: 2 weeks before the retreat
      • Training (Costa Rica ):    Saturday August 23rd –  Saturday August 30th 2025
      • 1:1 Consultation with the Psychotherapist: 7-14 days after the retreat
      • Online Group Integration Call: 2 weeks after the retreat

Why InwardBound?

  • At InwardBound, our interdisciplinary team of psychotherapists, PhD scientists and holistic therapists believe in weaving together the threads of science and spirituality, knowing that the two ways are one. We work in the broad tradition of Dr Stan Grof – creating a safe container for people to access the wisdom of their own inner healer.
  • We come from a long tradition of psilocybin use in Ireland. Our Celtic ancestors used the wild mushrooms of Northern Europe (Psilocybe Semilanceata) and worked with the patterns of nature for healing and spiritual growth and we continue that land-based ancestral tradition to create a modern context for psilocybin ceremony and reconnection with nature.
  • We hold small groups with 3-4 facilitators, 8- 13 participants. This low ratio allows us to provide the highest possible standard of care for our participants.
  • We have worked with nearly 1,000 clients in this space since 2018.

Questions?

Please visit the InwardBound website or contact us.

  • FAQ

    1. Where do you meet on the first day of the training?

    We arrange pick up at Cobano airport at 15,45 on the first day of the training. You can book an internal flight from San Jose- Cobano with Greenair.

    2. When does the final payment need to be in by?

    Final payment needs to be sent 1 month before the retreat start date. Prices are per person.

    3. Where is the venue?

    Our tropical venue is in Guenacasta, Puntarenas province, about 6 hours dive from San Jose International airport. We provide a shuttle from Cobano airport, which is about a 40 minute drive  from the venue. If you choose the second option, you should aim to arrive in Cobano at 15.45 on the first day of the retreat.

    4. Can I book extra preparation or integration sessions?

    Yes, these can be added on before booking in or after.

    5. What are the doses of mushrooms used?

    The first session is a light/medium/high dose depending on the needs of each guest. The second day is a higher dose.

    6. How long are the sessions?

    Approximately 4-7 hours

    7. Do I have to do 2 doses?

    We offer the two doses as standard. It is up to the participant if they want to do both doses. We allow plenty of time for discussion so you can feel what is right for you.

    8. What dates can I book?

    We have a range of availability for private retreats in Costa Rica.  Please email admin@inwardbound.ie for your preferred dates.

    Usually our retreats fill quickly so if you have a preference please book onto your preferred retreat dates.

    9. Do I need to take work off after the retreat?

    It is not essential but we do suggest taking off as much time as you can to allow you to reflect. If you have the means to spend a few more days in Costa Rica, we recommend you do so. We recommend the  Santa Teresa area.

    10. How many facilitators are there?

    There will be three facilitators on this training.

    12. What is included in the price?

    The 5 day retreat in a luxury venue private transfers, all meals, 1:1 consultation with a Psychotherapist before, during and after the retreat. Plus all preparation, integration sessions before and after the retreat.

    13. What is not included in the price?

    International flights to San Jose, internal flight from San Jose- Cobano

    14. Do I have to pay for the psilocybin mushrooms?

    No, for legal reasons we do not sell psilocybin mushrooms.

    16. Reciprocity

    At Inwardbound, reciprocity, or giving back to the natural world, is very important to us. For every retreat participant on our Costa Rica retreats, we will make a donation to Karen Mogensen Wildlife reserve expansion project, protecting threatened ecosystems in Costa Rica.

    https://www.karenmogensenreserve.org/expansion-planQuestions?

  • Please visit the InwardBound website ( www.inwardbound.nl) or contact us.
  • Group retreat

    If the Costa Rica is not an option, we recommend checking out our group retreat options  in the Netherlands on our website www.inwardbound.nl

About the Facilitators

Rob Ó Cobhthaigh (Psychotherapist)

Inwardbound Co-Founder Rob  (MSc/ BA Hons) is the co-founder of Inwardbound. He has a Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Integrative Psychotherapy (Level 9) from Dublin City University, is an accredited psychotherapist, and is a professional member of MIND- the European Foundation for Psychedelic Science and the Institute of Psychedelic Therapy (UK). He is also a […]

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Dr. Darragh Stewart Phd

Inwardbound Co-Founder/ Scientific Lead Facilitator. Dr Darragh Stewart (Phd) is the co-founder of Inwardbound. In his early twenties, Darragh reached a turning point in his life. Due to the death of his grandmother, the ending of a long-term relationship, and the immense pressure of his University studies, he had a mental breakdown. He suffered from […]

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Cristina Kalyani

Cristina Kalyani has over 25 years experience working in the healing arts, as a body worker, yoga teacher,  sound healer, breath work teacher and hypnotherapist. Her book 'Beyond Yoga, Healing Arts for Extraordinary States of Consciousness',  is available here Over the years, she has had an incredible capacity to meet and study with some of […]

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