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Safe, Legal Psilocybin Experiences in Jamaica

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Atman Retreat

Safe, Legal Psilocybin Experiences in Jamaica

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Explore the Transformative Potential of Psychedelics

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A Safe, Legal Setting

Jamaica is one of the few countries in the world where psilocybin mushrooms are legal, which is why we've chosen it to host our retreats.

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Includes Preparation, Navigation, & Integration

Our team of experienced facilitators is here to help you prepare for, navigate, and integrate your psychedelic journey.

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Backed by Scientific
Research

Psilocybin has been studied to positive effect at Johns Hopkins University, NYU, and Imperial College London.

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Hosted at a Beautiful Beachfront Villa in Jamaica

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Common Benefits of Psilocybin

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Personal

• Insight into core beliefs and sense of identity
• Breaking out of negative patterns and habits
• Deep healing through emotional release
• Increased self compassion
• Increased compassion for others, leading to better relationships

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Spiritual

• Feeling of deep connection with all that exists
• New appreciation for everyday life
• Loss of fear and self-concern associated with ego boundaries
• Experience of direct encounter with the divine
• Inner sense of renewal and revitalization

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Creative

• Enhanced problem-solving ability
• New perspectives on existing projects and ideas
• Think outside the normal framework of space, time and language
• Increased artistic and aesthetic sensibility
• Faster and easier to generate new ideas

Our team

We're passionate about helping people have safe, profound, meaningful psychedelic experiences
Sasha Bellucci, MA

Facilitator
As a holistic healer, Sasha blends the best of transpersonal psychology, spiritual wisdom, and emotional intelligence with the leading psychological and psychedelic sciences. With over 11 years experience as a mental health counselor, she utilizes her unique, intuitive capacities to guide you to discover the core beliefs, habits, and patterns not in alignment with your life’s passion and truth.

Jahan Khamsehzadeh, PhD(c)

Facilitator
Jahan is a doctoral candidate at the California Institute of Integral Studies, completing his dissertation on psilocybin mushrooms. He is a Hakomi graduate, having completed a two year somatic psychotherapy training. Jahan assists with the CIIS Certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research program, and holds a master’s in Consciousness and Transformation from JFK University.

Kate Becker, MSW, RYT

Facilitator
Kate merges evidence-based practices like Cognitive Therapy and EMDR Therapy with body-based interventions including sensorimotor psychotherapy, yoga and mindfulness. She has post graduate training in dissociation and addiction treatment, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, and MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy. Kate has over 10 years of facilitation experience in a variety of settings, and is a registered yoga teacher.

Aaron Nesmith-Beck

Founder
Aaron had his first psilocybin experience at 16, and psychedelics have played an essential role in his life ever since. Excited by the potential of psychedelics to create profound, positive change, he founded Atman Retreat to increase access to safe and legal psilocybin experiences. Aaron is also an avid meditator, with over 6 years of experience practicing mindfulness meditation. He holds a BA from McGill University.

Justin Anderson, MD

Doctor on call
Justin is the covering physician (doctor on call) for Atman Retreat, available throughout our psilocybin sessions. He practices general medicine as a medical officer at St. James Public Health Services and Cornwall Regional Hospital in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Justin received his MB,BS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) from The University of the West Indies at Mona, Jamaica.

Alex Fuentes, MD

Medical Advisor
Alex advises on safety practices for Atman Retreat, and assists with participant medical screening. His main professional interests are addiction medicine and long term patient relationships, and he is excited about developments in both clinical and non-clinical applications of psychedelics. Alex received his MD from the NYU School of Medicine, and holds a BSc from McGill University.

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What Can I Expect From Atman Retreat?

A comprehensive 4-day experience designed to maximize the benefits of psychedelics
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Arrive, settle in

We’ll pick you up at the airport and it’s a short drive to the villa. You’ll have time to unpack your bags, settle in, and get a feel for the space. Have a snack, enjoy the ocean view, and start meeting others in your group.

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Meet & Prepare

Through a combination of novel, fun and intuitive activities, you’ll get to know the facilitators and other members of your group.  You’ll be briefed on what to expect from psilocybin, led through intention setting exercises, and have 1-on-1 check-ins with a facilitator throughout.

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Experience

Your psilocybin experience takes place the second day of the retreat, in a comfortable indoor setting. The music, space and atmosphere are curated to deepen and enhance the effects of psychedelics. You’ll also have access to outdoor nature and the beach.

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Integrate

The following day is spent resting, processing, and integrating. Here you’ll be guided through exercises to explore and apply the insights you’ve gained. We’ll do yoga and meditation as a group, and you’ll have time to yourself to read, write, or just enjoy the tropical weather.

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Depart

On the last day, we’ll take you back to the airport for your flight home. You’ll be provided with a farewell package of integration materials, and you’re invited to stay in touch with your group members online. A facilitator will check in with you on a follow up call about a week after your retreat.

Your Atman Retreat Experience Includes:

  • Psilocybin session with a dose tailored to your intentions, preferences, and experience
  • Music, atmosphere and environment curated to deepen and enhance the psychedelic experience
  • Comprehensive preparation and integration, including group activities and 1-on-1 check-ins with facilitators
  • Group yoga, meditation, and breathwork practice
  • Comfortable, shared-room and private-room accommodations
  • Abundant indoor and outdoor lounge space at a beachfront villa
  • Access to private beachfront and outdoor swimming pool
  • Healthy vegetarian meals, prepared fresh daily on-site
  • Professional massages available at additional cost
  • Transport to and from Montego Bay International Airport (MBJ)
  • Integration support and follow-up call with facilitator

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What People Are Saying About Psilocybin

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"The most striking finding from this 14-month follow-up evaluation of the effects of psilocybin… is that a large proportion of volunteers rate their psilocybin experience as among the most personally meaningful and spiritually significant of their lives."
Griffiths et al. (2008) Mystical-type experiences occasioned by psilocybin mediate the attribution of personal meaning and spiritual significance 14 months later. Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England). 22. 621-32.
"[I experienced] a reality that was clear, beautiful, bright and joyful… In short, this experience opened me up (gave me a tangible vision) of what I think is attainable every day."
— Johns Hopkins psilocybin research volunteerMystical-type experiences occasioned by psilocybin mediate the attribution of personal meaning and spiritual significance 14 months later. Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England). 22. 621-32.
"I was thinking about relationships I had with other people and thinking I could see them clearly almost as if for the first time. I had fresh insight into things. It was almost as if suddenly the scales dropped from my eyes, I could see things as they really are."
— Imperial College London psilocybin research volunteerWatts et al. (2017). Patients’ Accounts of Increased “Connectedness” and “Acceptance” After Psilocybin for Treatment-Resistant Depression. Journal of Humanistic Psychology. 57 (5). 520-564.
"My mind works differently [now]. I ruminate much less, and my thoughts feel ordered, contextualized. Rumination was like thoughts out of context, out of time; now my thoughts feel like they make sense, with context and logical flow."
— Imperial College London psilocybin research volunteerWatts et al. (2017). Patients’ Accounts of Increased “Connectedness” and “Acceptance” After Psilocybin for Treatment-Resistant Depression. Journal of Humanistic Psychology. 57 (5). 520-564.
"I don’t know if I really learned – it was more like letting back in stuff that I had blocked out?... I don’t think I changed my values, just remembered more of them. Or just remembered to honour them more, or...allow them more."
— Johns Hopkins psilocybin research volunteerNoorani et al. (2018). Psychedelic therapy for smoking cessation: Qualitative analysis of participant accounts. Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England). 32. 756-739.
"I was everybody, unity, one life with 6 billion faces, I was the one asking for love and giving love, I was swimming in the sea, and the sea was me."
— Imperial College London psilocybin research volunteerWatts et al. (2017). Patients’ Accounts of Increased “Connectedness” and “Acceptance” After Psilocybin for Treatment-Resistant Depression. Journal of Humanistic Psychology. 57 (5). 520-564.
"I took away from the experience that I used to get angry about having anxiety, now I think I can have the anxiety, I can just feel it and it will go, I don’t have to have the fear or run away."
— Imperial College London psilocybin research volunteerWatts et al. (2017). Patients’ Accounts of Increased “Connectedness” and “Acceptance” After Psilocybin for Treatment-Resistant Depression. Journal of Humanistic Psychology. 57 (5). 520-564.
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What People Are Saying About Atman Retreat

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"Soulful experience. Sense of community and love. Well organized with qualified people to help during and after. Amazing food. There was always support and everything was welcomed. Wasn’t expecting to feel so connected to the event, venue and people. Thank you :)"
— Ella S.Atman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"Was a wonderful blend of structure along with plenty of free time. Right from the first gather, felt the facilitators could handle anything that would come up. It became obvious that each cared a great deal that participants have the best experience possible. The setting in quaint little villas along the water helped to create a more relaxed feeling. Would highly recommend if someone expresses interest. Was very impressed with food selection."
— JodyAtman Retreat June 9-12, 2019
"I thought it was great and well worth it. I learned a lot about myself and met some great people. I will/would recommend to my friends and family. I didn’t expect to leave so bullish/positive on psychedelics."
— Alan S.Atman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"I thought the retreat was great... You provided a very comforting and reassuring environment especially for people with little to no experience. Both the set and setting were great. I think the interaction with both the facilitators and other participants were great and the best part of the trip. I was surprised by how much I liked the other participants. It definitely felt like a shared journey."
— MaryAtman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"An amazing experience - truly life changing. The best part was the facilitators - every person brought their own flavor to Atman and it made a great soup. Most surprising was how great the group vibe was. I didn’t expect everyone to get along so well. Thank you so much for providing this experience. Wishing y’all (and all future groups) the best!"
— SarahAtman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"I had an amazing time. It greatly exceeded my expectations. The location, team, staff and participants were amazing. The ceremony was so transformative for me. The people/group was so special."
— StephanieAtman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"Fantastic work. Organization, location, peer group, facilitation - all worked together very well. Other than the life changing trip into essence of reality as it unfolds upon itself in each moment, [what I liked most about the retreat was] the ambience and setting of complete trust created by the facilitators."
— Jack M.Atman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"Good organization; logistics were handled smoothly; the ceremony itself was structured and handled very well, and the facilitators did a great job of keeping everyone safe and helping them through their individual experiences."
— Marko T.Atman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"The retreat was fantastic! The facilitators were experienced and provided amazing support before, during, and after the session. The journey itself was a truly amazing experience in every respect. The facilitators did an amazing job of helping me feel completely safe throughout the session... they seemed to be very intuitive about anticipating my needs. They were calm, supportive and gentle, occasionally nudging me toward (or suggesting) a realization. I felt the awe and wonder of a child when watching wildlife, and I felt like I could see the beauty of a soul and the beauty of all life, however imperfect. These feelings were overpowering at times, but intensely positive."
— AliceAtman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"The retreat was very well planned. Many details were incorporated into the overall experience. Beautiful setting and delicious food. The feeling of safety and being cared for was pleasing. The facilitators were available at all times and very caring. The bonds with the other participants was unexpected and very nice 🙂 Thank you - in deep gratitude!"
— DineenAtman Retreat June 5-8, 2019
"It was great. The team that ran the retreat was awesome, very caring, helpful and fun. Thank you for all you do!"
— Bertrand R.Atman Retreat June 9-12, 2019
"Very positive. Very glad I came. Great meeting and bonding with others and our shared experiences. Felt facilitators were all here for the right reasons. Felt the variety of reasons the participants were here for made for a good and educational environment. Had the feeling I was in a safe, supported place where I could surrender to the experience. Had the feeling that my facilitators had my best intentions in mind as far as dosage and care and experience."
— ScottAtman Retreat June 9-12, 2019
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