Rediscovering Wholeness: A Woman’s Journey Through Midlife

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There comes a time in every woman’s life when the familiar rhythm that once defined her days begins to shift. Cycles that once flowed with certainty become unpredictable. Emotions run deeper and sharper. Sleep grows elusive. A quiet fog begins to settle in the mind, and an unfamiliar question rises: Who am I becoming?

This is perimenopause—a profound biological and spiritual threshold.

Often beginning in the early 40s (and sometimes earlier), perimenopause marks the gradual decline of estrogen and progesterone. These hormonal changes can bring emotional and physical turbulence: anxiety, mood swings, insomnia, brain fog, hot flashes, and irregular periods. Yet the impact reaches beyond symptoms, touching a woman’s sense of self, her relationships, and her place in the world.

Within this disruption lies an invitation—to pause, reflect, and reimagine what it means to embrace a new chapter. Menopause, the culmination of this journey—defined as twelve consecutive months without menstruation—is not an ending but a rite of passage. It is a turning point, offering spiritual transformation, self-realization, and a renewed search for purpose, authenticity, and meaning.

We invite you to step into a sacred space created by women, for women—a five-day retreat nestled in the serene embrace of the Portuguese mountains. Surrounded by lush landscapes and the stillness of nature, this sanctuary offers more than a getaway; it is a gathering place to honor the profound power of conscious and mindful change.

Throughout your journey, freshly prepared vegan and vegetarian meals will nourish your body and delight your senses, honoring both physical well-being and spiritual vitality.

Rooted in ancient wisdom and supported by modern science, the retreat offers a safe, professionally guided psilocybin experience. In a nurturing circle of women, you will be held in compassion, witnessed in your transformation, and encouraged to reclaim your inner authority.

Guided by experienced facilitators who bring diverse expertise and unique approaches, this journey invites you to explore the depths of your being—fostering profound personal growth and healing. With safety and support at its heart, the retreat provides a sacred space to reconnect with your true self and embrace the transformative power of collective experience.

Unlike conventional treatments that often focus on suppressing symptoms, psychedelics such as psilocybin work by gently shifting consciousness, enhancing the brain’s capacity for adaptation (neuroplasticity), and creating space for deep emotional healing. Brain imaging research shows that even a single moderate dose can catalyze a global reorganization of neural networks.

In a safe, professionally guided setting, these experiences can help women access buried emotions, release limiting beliefs, and reconnect with their inner wisdom. Many describe the journey as one of clarity, emotional release, and renewed perspective during life’s transitions. This is not about escaping reality—it is about meeting yourself more fully, with courage, compassion, and curiosity.

Because estrogen levels influence the serotonin 2A receptors targeted by psilocybin, dosing is carefully calibrated to each participant’s hormonal stage to ensure the most supportive experience.

Psychedelics & Menopausal Wellbeing

Emerging research and lived experience suggest that psychedelic-assisted sessions may support the emotional wellbeing of women in transition. Studies indicate that guided psilocybin experiences can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve emotional regulation, and foster a deeper sense of meaning—areas often affected by hormonal changes during midlife and significant personal transitions.

 This retreat is thoughtfully curated to support your body, mind, and spirit through:

• Gentle movement, mindfulness, and grounding nature practices
   
• Guided preparation and integration circles
   
• A professionally held psychedelic ceremony
   
• One-on-one support to deepen personal insight
   
• Creative exploration and group storytelling
   
• Generous sharing of science-backed knowledge on caring for your body and mind at midlife
   
• Freshly prepared, delicious, and nourishing meals
   

Every element is designed to create a safe and supportive environment for your journey—inviting you to open, receive, and embody the insights that emerge. Always at your own rhythm, and always held with care.

This is not a form of clinical treatment, nor is it a substitute for psychotherapy. It does not seek to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical or psychiatric condition. Participation is entirely voluntary and subject to an application process designed to ensure a safe and supportive environment.

Although the facilitators are trained professionals with experience in guiding non-ordinary states of consciousness, this is not a psychotherapy retreat. Rather, it offers an invitation to gentle self-exploration, healing presence, and an empowered personal transition.