A trauma-informed ayahuasca retreat in Europe—such as those hosted by Vine of the Soul in Portugal and Spain—combines sacred plant medicine with psychological safety and modern therapeutic frameworks. These retreats are carefully designed for emotional and spiritual healing in a peaceful, natural setting. You’ll participate in guided ayahuasca ceremonies held by experienced facilitators trained in trauma sensitivity, ensuring your journey is supported, deeply integrative, and tailored for real transformation in 2025.

Yes—your safety is our top priority. At Vine of the Soul, our 2025 ayahuasca retreats in Portugal and Spain are led by trauma-informed facilitators trained in psychedelic-assisted therapy, mental health care, and emergency response. We conduct health screenings, provide pre-retreat preparation, and create a supportive environment with on-site emotional integration. Our retreats are intimate and non-dogmatic, designed to honor your pace and protect your nervous system during every plant medicine experience.

Preparing for an ayahuasca retreat in Europe begins with intention and informed care. At Vine of the Soul, we guide you through a structured preparation process that includes an introductory video call, personalized dietary and medication guidelines (aligned with the ayahuasca dieta), and reflection exercises to clarify your healing goals. For our Portugal and Spain retreats in 2025, you'll also receive tailored support from our integration team to help you arrive emotionally ready and grounded for the journey.

Ayahuasca doesn’t force change; it reveals truth. Participants in our European ayahuasca retreats often report feeling more emotionally balanced, spiritually connected, and clear about their values. If you’re worried about losing parts of your identity, know that the goal isn't transformation for its own sake—it’s alignment. Many return home appreciating their relationships and careers even more, but with new clarity, courage, and peace. It’s not about becoming someone else; it’s about becoming more you.

Unlike large commercial retreats, Vine of the Soul offers intimate, trauma-informed ayahuasca retreats in Portugal and Spain, designed for deep healing and psychological integration. What sets us apart in 2025 is our non-dogmatic approach, optional alternatives like psilocybin, San Pedro, Kambo or Bufo Alvarius, and post-retreat integration support that includes one-on-one follow-ups and community connection. Our retreats are personalized, heart-centered, and rooted in both sacred tradition and scientific insight.

In some parts of Europe, including Portugal and Spain, ayahuasca is not explicitly legal but is widely tolerated within ceremonial and therapeutic settings. Portugal decriminalized all personal drug use, and Spain has legal precedents through religious use (like Santo Daime) and scientific research. At Vine of the Soul, we operate within these legal frameworks while ensuring your experience is ethically held, trauma-informed, and aligned with local regulations. Our 2025 retreats prioritize legality, safety, and integrity.