Affinity Novare

Deep inner work, ethical psychedelic therapy.

Netherlands Hemrik paid

Affinity Novare, located in the peaceful rural setting of Hemrik, offers a unique approach to psychological well-being. This center focuses on profound inner work, utilizing psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy, psychoanalytic understanding, and trauma-informed care. Their mission is to provide a carefully held therapeutic space, moving beyond quick fixes to foster deep, meaningful change. They emphasize attentive listening, relational safety, and respect for the unconscious mind and body, aiming to establish a new standard in psychedelic work grounded in clinical responsibility and embodied integration. The New Eden Retreat Centre, just 90 minutes from Amsterdam, provides a calm, nature-surrounded environment ideal for reflection and therapeutic processes, allowing healing to unfold with dignity and care.

Highlights

Specializes in psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy
Integrates psychoanalytic understanding and trauma-informed care
Focuses on clinical responsibility and depth psychology
Meals prepared by professional chefs, organic whenever possible
Located in a serene, nature-surrounded rural setting

Good for

individuals seeking psychedelic-assisted therapythose interested in depth psychologypeople looking for trauma-informed careguests who value ethical therapeutic approachesnature lovers

Setting

The New Eden Retreat Centre is situated in rural Friesland, surrounded by forests and open land. This peaceful, nature-rich environment provides a quiet, comfortable, and simple backdrop, ideal for deep inner work, therapeutic processes, and integration, away from the distractions of daily life.

The practice

Affinity Novare does not follow a traditional meditation practice. Instead, it focuses on therapeutic work, primarily through psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy, supported by psychoanalytic understanding and trauma-informed care. Participants engage in profound inner work within a carefully held space, aiming for deep psychological healing and integration rather than formal meditation sittings.

A typical day

The daily structure at Affinity Novare is centered around therapeutic work and integration. While a detailed schedule is not provided, days would likely involve sessions related to psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy, individual or group psychoanalytic discussions, and time for reflection and integration within the peaceful retreat environment. Meals are provided by professional chefs.

Accommodation

The venue offers quiet, comfort, and simplicity to support deep inner work. Specific room types are not detailed, but the focus is on creating a contained environment for reflection.

What to bring

Given the focus on inner work and the rural setting, comfortable clothing for reflection and relaxation is advisable. The climate in Hemrik can be cool, especially in winter, so layers are recommended.

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How to get there

The New Eden Retreat Centre is located in Hemrik. You can reach it by taking a train to Heerenveen, followed by a short taxi ride. The center can also arrange transport for you.

Nearest airport: Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ) (30 km)

Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ) is approximately 30 km from the center. From there, you would need to arrange a taxi or other local transport to reach the retreat.

Nearest city: Groningen

Public transport: Public transport to Heerenveen is available via train.

Languages

English

How to book

Booking information is not explicitly detailed, but it is implied that reservations are made directly with Affinity Novare.

Pricing

Pricing for retreats starts from EUR445.

Climate

Climate Zone: Temperate

Best Months: Mar, May, Feb

Avoid: Oct, Jul, Jun

Hemrik experiences an annual average temperature of 10.6°C. The warmest months are July, August, and June, while the coolest are February, January, and December. The driest months are March, May, and February, with October, July, and June being the wettest.

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of dietary accommodations are available?

All meals can be vegetarian or vegan, and organic whenever possible. Professional chefs can accommodate Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, and Sugar-free diets.

How do I get to the New Eden Retreat Centre?

You can travel by train to Heerenveen from anywhere in the Netherlands, followed by a brief taxi journey to New Eden. Local taxis and ride-hailing services are available, and the center can also organize transport for you ahead of time.

What amenities are included at the retreat center?

The center offers A/C in rooms, Free Wifi, Free Parking, Coffee/Tea, a Yoga Studio, and Housekeeping services.

Is Affinity Novare suitable for someone new to psychedelic-assisted therapy?

Affinity Novare is committed to providing a carefully held therapeutic space with clinical responsibility, depth psychology, and embodied integration, suggesting a supportive environment for individuals engaging in this type of profound inner work.