Not necessarily! We welcome people who are on psychiatric medication, though we do ask that you consult a healthcare provider prior to attending this retreat to double-check the safety.

You may also want to schedule an appointment with one of our colleagues to talk over your questions and concerns. 

Absolutely!

Note that everyone who wishes to come must complete their own application process, join the portal, and participate in the activities (including taking the medicine).

We request that any interpersonal challenges or breakthroughs be shared with the circle so as to avoid “bubbles” or “cliques” from forming.

Non-participants are welcome to drop you off and pick you up from the retreat, but only registered retreat participants may stay on the premises during the retreat.

Exceptions are made for individuals with disabilities who require medical assistance.

We limit the group size to ensure potency and individualized care: our maximum capacity is 12 guests.

We aim to have at least 1 staff member per 2 guests during dosing sessions.

Foreigners sometimes fear Mexico. While danger is always a risk, and while certain parts of the country should be avoided, the places that tourists venture and our retreat location are quite safe — much safer than most American cities, actually!

Mexico is a large country that spans several different climates.

The jungle setting for this retreat is at 2,000 ft, so we’ll stay cooler and more comfortable than the folks in Puerto Vallarta proper. October is a great time of year at this jungle venue, as the rainy season wraps up at the end of the summer, leaving everything lush and green.

Doing this work abroad allows us to customize the experience to each participant’s needs, with less red tape and lower overheads. It also allows us to weave in the traditions of the local culture.

Psilocybin mushrooms have a rich history of use in Mexico among indigenous people.

Article 195 bis of the Federal Penal Code respects the use of mushrooms for traditional spiritual practices or ceremonies, and members our staff include indigenous Mexicans.

There are some folks who we are not set up to support at this time. They include:

• Individuals who need a lot of special exceptions, are easily dysregulated, or require a highly controlled environment or diet;
• Individuals who are unable to stop using substances like alcohol, cannabis, opiates, etc. for at least one week before the retreat begins and for the whole duration of the retreat;
• Those who recently discontinued a psychiatric medication abruptly and have not fully stabilized;
• Folks with entitled, socially preachy, or easily offended personalities who are unwilling to examine these defense mechanisms;
• Those with medical contraindications to taking psychedelics

Depending on how many donations we receive, we may have some scholarship opportunities available. Please inquire when you apply.

To donate to our scholarship fund – it’s tax deductible in the USA! – please click here.

We do offer payment plans, but the retreat fee must be paid in full at least one month prior to the start of the retreat. The sooner you sign up, the more payment plan options will be available.

To stay in compliance with all rules and regulations, the retreat fee paid does not include the medicine itself.

The medicine is transported, handled, and administered by a local curandero  or marakame, who will ask for a cash donation. (We’ll provide more details upon registration, but don’t wory – it’s very affordable.)

Something that sets Right to Heal apart from other retreats is our emphasis on container.

“Container” refers to the safe and supportive space in which guests can express and explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

It’s an essential element to the healing process. For this reason, all participants are required to respect our Container Agreements, which include:

• Confidentiality. I will hold in confidence the identities of the other participants and the personal nature of their healing work. I will ask for permission before posting photos of others to social media.
• Touch. All touch offered and given this week will be non-sexual in nature. (Exception: already established partners attending the Event together may engage in consensual touch.) I will respect the boundaries of others and ask first before delivering hugs, shoulder rubs, etc.
• Premises. I agree to stay on the premises for the entire duration of the event, unless explicitly given permission by an Event Leader. I also agree to stay within the defined ceremony space during medicine-assisted Activities.
• Platonic Healing. I agree not to run romantic energy with anybody else at the Event, for the duration of the entire Event. (Exception: already established partners attending the Event together.)
• Self Care. I will ask for what I need and speak up when I feel unsafe. I will not participate in Activities that I deem to be harmful for my wellbeing.
• Safety. I understand that the safety word is “Safety.” When I hear this word, I will immediately stop whatever I am doing, focus, and follow instructions. This is for my own safety, as well as for the safety of others. Likewise, if I deem that something dangerous is occurring during the Activities, I understand that I can likewise call “safety.”
• Personal Growth. I remember that I am here for the purposes of healing and personal growth, and that such processes often entail confronting parts of myself and others that may be uncomfortable. I agree that the Event staff may remind me of this throughout the week, and understand that they may help me see when I am deflecting, projecting, or acting out of alignment.
• Group Healing. I understand that the healing that happens in groups is different than one-on-one or solo work. I agree to respect the process of other individuals, as it may be quite different than my own. I agree not to touch or speak to other participants during the Group Medicine Ceremony.
• Judgement. I will be mindful of my own judgements and projections as they arise, and when they do, I will choose kindness.
• Attitude of Learning. I understand that there is no such thing as perfection, and that the Event staff and other participants may say or do things I dislike. I understand that this is all part of the learning – both mine and theirs.
• Phones. I will prioritize connection with myself, nature, and others. I will keep the use of my phone/devices to a minimum, and will not bring them to meals or group activities. 

We’re here to help! Drop us a line at info [at] riseupjourneys [dot] com.