Freedom Within Relationship

Psychedelic-assisted couples therapy.

3-month program including online preparation, Medicine Day in the Netherlands, and integration support.

For couples ready to go to the root.

Introduction

couple in psychedelic therapy

You've already tried therapy.

This is what comes next.

Most couples who come to Beautiful Space have already invested years in conventional therapy. They are self-aware, often highly functioning, and stuck. Not because therapy failed them, but because they've hit the ceiling of what talking can do.

Our signature 3-month psychedelic-assisted program brings together science-led preparation, a safe and legal psilocybin ceremony in the Netherlands, and personalised integration support, working at the very root of relational challenges.

By working directly with the nervous system, the Beautiful Space Method© gently uncovers and resolves the unconscious patterns where most relationship conflict originates. Unmet childhood needs, attachment wounds, emotional disconnection, and long-held resentments. Grounded in emerging neuroscience and currently in formal research collaboration with Imperial College London, our approach creates the optimal conditions for a lasting shift in how partners see, understand, and respond to each other.

Beautiful Space works at the level where talk cannot reach.

Whether you are navigating betrayal, a major life change, or simply longing to feel close again, this program offers a powerful, progressive path to relationship healing and growth.

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Includes a psychiatric risk assessment form, medical history intake form and case taking (90 minutes online)

(1) Onboarding

Two online preparation session of 90 minutes each, resources, exercises and a heart opening meditation in person before your journey

(2) Preparation

A journey of approximately 4-6 hours in a beautiful retreat space in the Netherlands. Your therapist will be “sitting“ throughout.

(3) Medicine Day

An in-person integration session (90-120 minutes) the day after your journey, followed by three integration sessions online (80 minutes each).

(4) Integration

Program Overview

Four stages. Three months.

About Our Methodology

Our Relationship Wellness Program consists of 14 modules that have been carefully selected to help develop the fundamental relational intelligence re quired to deepen your experience and aid transformation.

Optimising the psychedelic-assisted therapeutic experience as an intervention in ones timeline, with experience we help couples and individuals transition through to the next phase of their relationship.

Inspired by the work of Esther Perel our goal is to bring freedom within relationship, giving voice to empowering women and male vulnerability.

Our program facilitates individuation and strengthens identity. For the couple it untangles complex feelings and for the individual it strengthens character and personality, both follow a path that deepens intimacy and self awareness.

  • Assess the health of your relationship

  • Learn effective communication strategies and skills

  • Address and heal past traumas

  • Cultivate deeper emotional and physical intimacy

  • Learn the essentials of the female sexual wellbeing

  • Navigating modern family dynamics

  • Understand and manage the different stages of a relationship

  • Learn to balance the dynamics in relationship and with yourself

  • Explore attachment styles and how they impact your relationships

  • Heal and integrate your childhood experiences

  • Learn essential mindfulness practices to help you lead a more present, grounded and centered way of living

  • Find and align your life with your deep, inner purpose

  • Break the cycle of inherited generational trauma

Who Is This For

Issues we address include…

· Conflict resolution

· Loss of intimacy and desire

· Infidelity

· Codependency

· Grief and loss

· Childhood and generational trauma

· Poor communication

· Challenges in parenting

· Empty nesting

· Anger and resentment

· Midlife crisis

· Power dynamics

· Considering separation

· Of all orientations and relationship models

· Stuck in cyclical patterns of bad communication

· Who have grown apart and don't know how to move forward

· Seeking an amicable transition out of the relationship

· Wanting to improve the quality of

intimacy in their relationship

· Navigating a challenging life event

· Navigating parenthood

· That have tried traditional methods without success

This is for couples who are…

‘‘ Our relationship, which we both thought was over, became fulfilling, stronger and more gentle. From messy feelings we progressed to clear understanding between us.’’

- J., USA

“I had high expectations for this programme, but the results have exceeded the scope of my imagination. My relationship with myself, my environment, my past, and my expectations for the future have deeply evolved. Relationships with loved ones have deepened, while others—and the effort to maintain them—have become less important, and with much relief, I feel like I can finally let them go. It is incredible that even three months after finishing, I continue to discover new areas of healing.“

- Y.G., UK

“A MUST FOR ALL MEN WHO HAVE LOST THEIR WAY. Sarah’s programme has been life changing. I’d been thinking about psychedelic therapy for a while and late 2024 was the right time for me. Three months later, I feel like I know myself properly for the first time. Her counselling was intuitive, and spoken in my language very clearly. The combination of her support and the impact of the mushrooms helped me rewire how I see myself, relationships, and what actually matters in life. I’m clearer, more grounded, and committed to doing the work long term. If you have lost yourself or are just off-track — this is worth your time.”

- J.T., UK

Case Taking

Online 90 mins

Individual 1:1 Session

Building the story of your life you will be asked about your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health. focusing on your family of origin, childhood story and any trauma this is an opportunity to build rapport with your therapist and for your therapist to really get to know you.

Preparation

Preparation One

Online 90 mins

This is a deep dive into the reason you have come. Having looked at both of your stories in depth here we build a picture of what each of you are bringing to the relationship and the current dynamic. Use of language, conflict management, intimacy and the wider family structure are just some of the things we look at

Preparation Two

Online 90 mins

Facing forward in preparation for the medicine day this is an opportunity to create your future story. Having reflected on the past, taken stock of the present, your future story is built on intention. By now you will have been practicing skills of communication and active listening. Most couples have started to feel better by this preparation stage.

How Healthy is Your Relationship?

If you are interested in our couples program and want to assess the current state of your relationship well-being, complete our form, and we will be in touch.

Medicine Day

The day is approached with reverence as you look for meaning and a sense of inner connection.

Journey time is approximately 4- 6 hours. Your therapist will be ‘sitting’ throughout.

- All your preparation, reading, exercises in mindfulness and emotional release will come into play.

- Couples trip separately but in the same room.

- You are encouraged to make the most of your dose and to stay behind your blind fold and follow your chosen playlist.

- Your guide will make notes of any part of your trip you share.

The 8 hour day is divided into 3 parts: Preparation of the medicine, Medicine experience, and Finding the story

Preparing for your trip

Set, setting, dosage and integration is our safe and ethical framework for psychedelics.

At this stage you will have a strong rapport with your therapist and feel comfortable they are professionally equipped to hold space and handle any challenges safely.

You will have listened to your play list and been taken through breathing exercises, mindfulness and possibly techniques of emotional release.

There is an in person heart opening ceremony the evening before your medicine day.

– Light supper the evening before / No alcohol.

– Allow for a good quality nights sleep.

– Wear light and comfortable clothing.

– Download Spotify onto your smart phone.

– Download our psychedelic music playlist.

– Charge and bring your own headphones.

– Bring a notebook to journal in.

– Find a blanket and cushions for nesting.

– Light breakfast i.e. herbal tea, water, fruit.

– Refrain from stimulants i.e. coffee, smoking.

– You will be given an eye mask to use.

– Medicines are pre-arranged.

Integration

Integration 1

In-Person 90 -120 mins

The Next Day

While the experience is still fresh in your mind you will extract wisdom from the story and create a plan that draws a line from the insights you had and the life you want to lead.

Your brain is still in a state of neural plasticity and after-glow and feelings of clarity and confidence will help you make clear decisions on new routines and ways of being that support life choices and change.

Integration 2

Online 80 mins

2 weeks later

The effects of your journey will still be with you. Memories, sensations and fresh insights will still be strong and your senses may even still be heightened.

This session is to help you maintain any newly adopted life style changes and to talk over further insight that has come from taking first steps of your plan. We will be checking in with tools of accountability and ongoing integration.

Integration 3

Online 80 mins

4 weeks later

Helping you integrate further new lifestyle changes and answering any questions that may be coming up.

Checking in to see if new exercises would be helpful.

At this stage you may start to feel distant from the experience and be concerned about going at it alone.

Integration 4

Online 80 mins

End of 3 Months

You are at the end of your 3 month program with Beautiful Space and we will reflect on your journey and the person you have become.

This session is to track exactly what change and trans formation has happened and to ensure you have built strong relationships, self-care and community around you.

Personal Practice

Depending on your needs your personal practice may include breathing and mindfulness exercises, daily walk, journaling and building in other life style changes.

Your Commitment

Self-study

You will be required to watch, read and listen to your individually designed program of educational content in between sessions. Integrating self study helps you to reset your perspective in preparation for the medicine

Support

Help outside of these times is available by e-mail and WhatsApp if needed. If too much time passes between sessions we may need ‘touch-in’ sessions. This is not a full length session but more of a catch up. In some cases ongoing weekly therapy is recommended in tandem with this three month program

£7,250 (incl. 21% VAT)

We offer payment plans for your ease and convenience.

Investment

What´s included

  • Screening, full medical history case-taking, six weeks of talk therapy and somatic preparation

  • Medicine Ceremony

  • Personalised psycho education program with journal prompts

  • Extra drop-in sessions when needed

  • Direct communication with your therapist

  • Six weeks of integration and accountability

  • Access to The Integration Circle and community

Travel & Accommodation

You will need to choose and pay for your own accommodation with no more than one hour travel out of the city centre.

Accommodation must be in an area with access to some nature. Recommended locations include Zandvoort or Haarlem. For your safety, a stay of three nights is required. We will provide you with a list of recommended stays to assist with your planning.

You should choose something that is comfortable, warm and has enough room to make a cosy place for each person. This could be on a bed but not directly next to another person.

Following the session you will want to relax, eat and if you are with someone, talk and share your experience.

It’s likely you won’t want to go anywhere especially somewhere crowded like a restaurant or shop. It’s therefore a good idea to buy provisions before the session.

Travel is at the expense and choice of each participant.

Other Programs

If you are still on the fence about joining, feel free to explore our other programs!

Online Therapy Program

6 personalised online sessions

Not ready for the full journey — or looking for support around a psychedelic experience you've already had? Our online therapy program offers six personalised sessions available weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Choose the pathway that fits where you are right now.

The Intimacy Lab

Our free online educational open conversation with experts in the field of science, therapy, research, mysticism, philosophy and creativity. Open to everyone!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Psilocybin is a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain types of mushrooms.

    It has been used for centuries in spiritual and shamanic practices and is known for its ability to induce profound changes in consciousness and perception.

    The effects of psilocybin can include altered sensory experiences, changes in mood and thought patterns, and an enhanced sense of connection to oneself, others, and the natural world.

    Beautiful Space offers guided psilocybin experiences in a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking personal growth and healing. Psilocybin Truffles are legal in the Netherlands, where we operate legally.

  • A psychedelic experience is a profound shift in consciousness that can be induced by the use of certain substances or practices, such as psilocybin, LSD, ayahuasca, meditation, or breathwork.

    It can include altered perceptions of time and space, vivid visual and auditory hallucinations, and a deep sense of interconnectedness and unity with all things.

    Psychedelic experiences have been used for centuries in spiritual and healing traditions, and are increasingly being studied for their potential therapeutic benefits.

  • Will I have to take time off work?

    The psilocybin effects usually last for about 6 hours.

    Before the medicine day, you will have time to prepare for the experience and after the effects are over there will be time to discuss and integrate the experience with your guide and your partner.

    The day after the experience you will have a second integration to better make sense of the experience and the insights it brought into your life.

    For the medicine day, you will have to fly to the Netherlands, for this reason, we advise you to take some time off work, to both dedicate enough time to the experience and to adequately integrate it in the days after.

    However single cases can be better discussed at later stages.

  • Truffles containing psilocybin are safe when consumed in appropriate doses and in a safe and supportive environment.

    However, as with any psychoactive substance, there are potential risks and side effects that should be considered. These can include anxiety, paranoia, confusion, and physical discomfort, as well as the potential for psychological distress.

    Nevertheless, it is important to acknowledge that experiencing challenging emotions is part of the therapeutic action of psilocybin, as the experience can give you the chance to confront and accept painful emotions instead of suppressing them.

    The Beautiful Space team will put a lot of attention and care into creating a safe and supportive space where you will be able to experience a safe experience.

  • While psilocybin is generally safe to consume in supportive environments, there are certain groups of people who may be at higher risk of adverse effects. These include:

    Individuals with a personal or family history of mental health disorders: Psychedelics can exacerbate underlying mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.

    Individuals with a history of psychosis: Psychedelics can trigger or worsen psychotic symptoms, including delusions and hallucinations.

    Individuals with a history of cardiovascular disease: Psychedelics can cause changes in blood pressure and heart rate, which may be dangerous for individuals with a history of heart disease.

    Pregnant or breastfeeding women: The effects of psychedelics on the developing fetus or infant are not well understood and therefore it is not recommended to use them during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

  • On retreat, we determine your dosage together with you during your one-to-one conversation.

    Our dosage recommendations vary depending on your intentions, previous experience with psychedelics, your sensitivity to expanded states of consciousness, and your anxiety level while on retreat.

    On average we use doses between 15 and 45 grams of fresh truffles containing psilocybin. This is comparable to the doses used in research studies.

    As a rule of thumb, one gram of fresh truffles contains approximately 1mg of psilocybin, alongside other alkaloids such as psilocin, baeocystin and nor-baeocystin.

  • The setting of the experience will be a comfortable, secure, and supportive environment that minimizes potential risks and maximizes positive outcomes.

    The Beautiful Space team puts a lot of effort in creating an ideal environment for supporting your experience.

    A psychedelic facilitator will be with you during the entire duration of the experience to provide psychological support and safety.

    Extensive preparation and integration before and after the experience will also be provided.

  • We do not provide other types of psychedelic substances as psilocybin-containing truffles are the only type of psychedelics currently legal in the Netherlands.

    NN-DMT, 5MeO-DMT, LSD and mescaline are all illegal and our services are fully compliant with existing regulations.

  • Many problems in relationships and sexual life arise because of past trauma and the development of unhealthy attachment styles.

    Moreover, with our stressful everyday lives, we often forget to let go and focus on the pleasure of the present moment and dedicate enough time to our loved ones.

    At the same time, we are often too self-focused, trapped inside cycles of ruminative thinking and unable to effectively communicate our needs.

    Psychedelic drugs have been shown to foster increased feelings of connection towards oneself and others, decrease ruminative thinking, and increase willingness to let go and accept emotions.

    Promising evidence also showed how psychedelics might increase awareness to the present moment, openness to try new things and activities and promote attachment security.

    Several studies on romantic couples indicate how experiencing intimacy with your partner has an important role in maintaining sexual desire in long-term relationships.

    The capacity to be mindful is also extremely important for nourishing a sexual life, as having an excessive focus on oneself and only evaluating one’s own sexual experience has been shown to reduce sexual desire and relationship satisfaction.

  • While there is plenty of anecdotal evidence suggesting that psilocybin can be a powerful adjunct for helping couples dealing with relationship issues, loss of intimacy and connection, there is not a formal study that investigated the matter.

    For this reason, we are currently starting a collaboration with Imperial College London to investigate the effects of psilocybin on couples.

  • You do not need a mental health diagnosis to benefit from psilocybin, and we do not currently offer treatment to people with a mental health diagnosis.

    Psilocybin can be particularly useful for spiritual growth and personal development as it is a powerful tool for facilitating spiritual experiences and a sense of connection to something greater than oneself.

    This can be particularly valuable for individuals who are seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the world, or who are looking to explore their spirituality.

    Existing research on healthy people has shown that a psychedelic experience can foster mindfulness skills, a greater sense of well-being, healthier life habits and a deeper sense of empathy and connectedness to significant others and the whole world.

  • Yes.

    We work with women in our program of female empowerment and individuals (men and women) who are on a conscious journey of personal growth.

  • People have different needs and not everyone is comfortable or suited for having a psychedelic experience with their partner.

    People can have issues in dealing with romantic relationships while they are single, realise they need to do personal work before embarking in a relationship again or can simply be interested in personal and spiritual growth.

    Individual approaches can focus on all of this, allowing the individual to have a 1-to-1 approach with our guides consisting of extensive before and after preparation and integration and a medicine day in the Netherlands.

    You can find more about individual approaches here.

  • At Beautiful Space, we are extremely committed in providing a safe experience to our customers.

    Although the retreat experience can be beneficial for many, for some it’s not appropriate to consume truffles containing psilocybin. These include people who have medical contraindications relating to their physical and mental health such as:

    Individuals with a personal or family history of mental health disorders:

    Psychedelics can exacerbate underlying mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.

    Individuals with a history of psychosis: Psychedelics can trigger or worsen psychotic symptoms, including delusions and hallucinations.

    Individuals with a history of cardiovascular disease: Psychedelics can cause changes in blood pressure and heart rate, which may be dangerous for individuals with a history of heart disease.

    Pregnant or breastfeeding women: The effects of psychedelics on the developing fetus or infant are not well understood and therefore it is not recommended to use them during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

    Our health screening process aims to mitigate the risk for our participants during and after the retreat.

    We have a dedicated screening team that assesses each application with careful consideration and takes into account the latest research and guidelines to inform our safety protocols.

  • People trying psychedelics and psychedelic-assisted approaches are usually new to them and having some anxiety and reservations in trying something so different than usual is completely normal.

    If you are curious and open about the experience and about what it might bring you, contact us to know more and we will organise an introductory call with a member of our team where you will have a chance to discuss all your doubts.

  • Combining serotonergic antidepressants with serotonergic psychedelics containing monoamine oxidase inhibitors increases the risk for serotonin-related adverse reactions.

    These serotonin-related adverse reactions present along a spectrum, with the mildest symptoms being insomnia, nausea, anxiety, and diarrhoea, and the most severe reactions (known as serotonin toxicity) presenting as extreme fluctuations in blood pressure, heart rate, and breathing, increased agitation, muscle rigidity, delirium, and coma.

    Truffles containing psilocybin have only trace amounts of monoamine oxidase inhibitor compounds called b-carbolines. So, while the risk is still present, it is not acute.

    Another physical risk to be aware of is the possibility of potentially dangerous changes in the electrical conductivity of the heart, which can lead to heart rhythm disturbances.

    This is mostly associated with a class of antidepressants known as Tricyclic Antidepressants. Despite the physical risk being low, the subjective experience of truffles containing psilocybin can be affected if you are receiving treatment with SSRI/SNRI medications.

    Anecdotal reports from psychiatric research indicate that antidepressants generally reduce the response to classical psychedelics (such as truffles containing psilocybin).

    This means that your subjective experience can be blunted. This blunting (or numbing) effect is however not always reported, and some individuals will have no difference in their psychedelic experience as a result of taking serotonergic antidepressants.

    Always check with your healthcare provider whether it is safe for you to consume truffles containing psilocybin with your antidepressant medication.

  • We do not offer psychedelic therapy for psychiatric disorders, but we offer psilocybin experiences for personal and couple growth and healing, creating a safe and compassionate non-medical healing space.

    While our protocols and training are based on the best therapeutic practices currently available in the field, scientific research is still working on what constitutes effective therapy.

    We're working hard to develop our capacities which will allow us to offer legal therapeutic treatment.

  • We want our clients to feel supported all the way through their time with us. Thats why we have protocols that cover :

    • Extra touch-in therapy sessions if needed.

    • Welcoming video on arrival in the Netherlands

    • Whats app contact with your therapist during working hours

    • Challenging experience support team

    • Free and low-cost online community program of integration called The Intimacy Lab

  • Psilocybin truffles, also known as "magic truffles," are completely legal in the Netherlands.

    The sale of psilocybin truffles is allowed in licensed "smart shops" in the Netherlands, which are establishments that sell a variety of products related to the use of soft substances.

    We get psilocybin truffles through licenced smart shops, so the products we use are controlled, safe and fully legal.

    While truffles are legal, they are not approved as a medical treatment yet.

    For this reason, it is important to note ceremonies are not meant to substitute medical or psychotherapeutic care offered in standard settings.

  • Our prices range from:

    Couple and Individual psychedelic therapy 12 week program.

    £4990 - £5990 + VAT

    Non-medicine 6 session online therapy program

    £1500 + VAT

    Online and In-person retreats

    £250 - £3000

    The Intimacy Lab- Online Workshops and Events

    £0-20

    The Integration Circle - 12-month online group program

    £100

  • Please see our programs page.