Question 1

How is a private Oneness retreat different from a group ceremony?

Accepted Answer

Oneness runs private, one-on-one psychedelic retreats in Costa Rica, not group ceremonies. The same therapist guides you through every stage: preparation, the psychedelic experience, and integration afterward. We treat the medicine as one part of the work. The deeper change comes from the preparation, the therapeutic relationship, the integration, and the wellness practices woven through your stay.

Question 2

Why do you offer one-on-one journeys instead of group programs?

Accepted Answer

Deep healing needs a safe, private, individualized setting, and a group format can't give you that. Working with you alone, we learn your history, your goals, and what you actually need, then build the experience around it. You get more privacy, preparation shaped to you, close support during the experience, and integration that follows your own process instead of a shared script.

Question 3

Is psychedelic medicine the only part of the healing process?

Accepted Answer

No. The psychedelic experience is a single step. Lasting change comes through integration and a mix of therapeutic and wellness practices: mindfulness, breathwork, nervous-system regulation, movement, somatic work, and meditation, chosen for you.

Question 4

What is psychedelic integration?

Accepted Answer

Integration is the work of making sense of your experience and carrying its insights into daily life. We help you understand the emotions, patterns, relationships, and behaviors that surface, so the experience becomes a real part of your healing rather than a single event you leave behind.

Question 5

What happens after my psychedelic experience?

Accepted Answer

The work continues once the experience ends. Integration support helps you process what came up, make concrete changes, and keep building awareness and resilience in the weeks that follow.

Question 6

Who can benefit from psychedelic-assisted therapy?

Accepted Answer

Psychedelic-assisted therapy may support people seeking emotional healing, personal growth, or a way through something they feel stuck in. Our programs are built for those working with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, burnout, addiction recovery, grief, emotional blocks, relationship difficulties, or existential and end-of-life questions, as well as anyone seeking greater self-awareness. During intake we assess whether this work is a fit for you.

Question 7

Do I need experience with psychedelics before joining?

Accepted Answer

No. Many of the people we work with have never had a psychedelic experience. Education, preparation, and one-on-one guidance are built into the process, so you understand what's ahead and feel supported at each step.

Question 8

Are your programs suitable for people dealing with trauma or PTSD?

Accepted Answer

Our programs are trauma-informed, with safety, preparation, and individualized support at the center. During intake we assess your history and needs, then decide together whether this approach is appropriate and how to shape it if it is.

Question 9

How do I know which program is right for me?

Accepted Answer

Every journey starts with a private consultation. We learn your history, goals, and intentions, then recommend the pathway that fits, whether that's a one-on-one program, couples work, a veterans program, or microdosing.

Question 10

Do you offer group retreats?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We run small group retreats in Costa Rica, kept intentionally intimate with a maximum of six participants so everyone gets real individual attention in a safe, supportive space. Because of the depth of this work, they're for people who already have experience with psychedelic-assisted healing, not first-timers. Participation is by application and clinical screening, and in some cases by invitation.

Question 11

How many people are in a group retreat?

Accepted Answer

Our group retreats are capped at six participants. We keep them small on purpose, so the space stays safe, cohesive, and personal, with room for genuine connection and individual attention.

Question 12

Can first-time psychedelic users join a group retreat?

Accepted Answer

No. Group retreats are best suited to people who have already worked with psychedelic-assisted healing. If you're new to this, we recommend starting with a personalized one-on-one program, where we can learn your history, prepare you thoroughly, and support you individually before you join a group. Admission to a group retreat is by application and clinical screening, and in some cases by invitation.

Question 13

Do you offer personalized programs for couples?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We design private programs for couples who want deeper connection, better communication, and shared healing. Each couple's journey is built around their goals.

Question 14

Do you offer specialized programs for veterans?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our veterans programs account for the realities of military service, trauma, transition, and reintegration. The setting is private, confidential, and shaped around each veteran's needs.

Question 15

What are microdosing protocols?

Accepted Answer

Microdosing protocols are personalized programs for exploring sub-perceptual psychedelic practice. Each one includes education, individual guidance, preparation, and integration support, so the practice stays safe and intentional.

Question 16

How long do the programs last?

Accepted Answer

Programs run 6 to 14 days, set by your needs and goals. Addiction recovery cases can run longer when they call for a deeper assessment or a specialized approach. Each program may include preparation, a personalized therapeutic experience, and integration support.

Question 17

Where will I stay during my retreat in Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

You'll stay in the Guanacaste province of Costa Rica, in accommodations chosen for comfort, privacy, and closeness to nature. The specific place is customized to your needs, length of stay, and budget. We don't think finances should keep anyone from meaningful healing, so we work with you to find an option that fits.

Question 18

Which airport should I fly into?

Accepted Answer

Fly into Liberia International Airport (LIR) in Costa Rica. From the moment you land, our team helps coordinate your transportation and transfers to your accommodation.

Question 19

Is airfare included in my program package?

Accepted Answer

No. Flights to Costa Rica are yours to arrange and pay for. We recommend Liberia International Airport (LIR), and our team coordinates ground transportation from there. We also strongly recommend travel insurance to cover delays, cancellations, or other surprises.

Question 20

Can a family member or friend travel with me for support?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Having a trusted person nearby can matter during this kind of work. A friend or family member is welcome to come, and we can build their participation into your package. They cover their own accommodation, meals, and travel. We'll help you plan it so you feel supported without losing the focus of your own experience.

Question 21

What is included in my program package?

Accepted Answer

Every package runs from pre-arrival preparation through post-experience integration. Depending on your customized plan, it may include:

- Pre-arrival intake and assessment of your history, goals, and readiness
- Preparation sessions before you arrive
- Personalized guidance and support throughout your stay
- Accommodation selected for your needs, length of stay, and budget
- All meals during your stay, using nutritious, organic, locally sourced food
- Airport transportation and transfers
- Post-experience integration support to help you apply what you've learned

Question 22

Will I have privacy during my journey?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Privacy is part of what makes the setting safe. You'll have personal space for reflection and integration alongside the guidance you receive. If your package includes staying on the same property as your therapist, separate private spaces are arranged so support stays available while professional boundaries hold.

Question 23

Is my information confidential?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Your personal information, your experiences, and everything you share are handled with strict confidentiality and care.

Question 24

Will I work with the same therapist throughout the entire process?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Trust is central to this work, so one therapist stays with you from preparation, through the psychedelic experience, and into integration.

Question 25

How do I begin my journey with Oneness?

Accepted Answer

Start with a private consultation. We'll answer your questions, learn your intentions, and point you toward the program that best fits your healing.

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