Retreat Research Journal

Independent directory. No commissions. We prioritize transparency and safety signals.

Decision-Making Guides

Comprehensive, non-promotional guides to help you make informed decisions about healing retreats, safety protocols, and when retreats may or may not be appropriate for your situation.

Essential Decision-Making Guides

Start here if you're considering a retreat for the first time or need help determining if a retreat is right for you.

Questions to Ask Before Any Psychedelic Retreat

Essential questions about safety, screening, integration support, and provider credentials to ask before committing to any retreat.

Is a Retreat Right for You?

Self-assessment guide to help determine if a retreat is appropriate for your situation or if other forms of support may be more suitable.

When Not to Attend a Healing Retreat

Situations where retreats may be inappropriate or harmful, and when to seek alternative forms of support.

Mental Health Red Flags in Retreat Marketing

Warning signs to watch for in retreat marketing that may indicate unsafe practices or deceptive claims.

Alternatives to Retreats for Trauma, PTSD, and Addiction

Explore various forms of professional and community support that may be alternatives or complements to retreat experiences.

Bufo Alvarius-Specific Guides

Detailed guides focused specifically on Bufo Alvarius (5-MeO-DMT) retreats.

How to Choose a Bufo Retreat

A comprehensive guide to evaluating Bufo retreats, including safety protocols, facilitator credentials, and integration support.

Bufo Retreat Safety & Screening

Understanding safety protocols and screening requirements for Bufo Alvarius retreats.

Bufo Retreat Contraindications

Medical conditions and situations where Bufo Alvarius may be contraindicated or require extra caution.

Bufo Retreat Integration Support

Understanding integration support options and why they're essential after Bufo experiences.

Bufo Retreat Red Flags

Warning signs and red flags to watch for when evaluating Bufo retreat providers and programs.

Safety & Verification Guides

Guides focused on safety protocols, verification, and trauma-informed approaches.

Trauma-Informed Retreat Checklist

A comprehensive checklist for evaluating whether a retreat follows trauma-informed principles and practices.

What "Verified" Means

Understanding what verification status means in this directory, its limitations, and what it cannot guarantee.

How to Use These Guides

These guides are designed to be:

  • Non-promotional: We do not recommend specific retreats or providers. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions.
  • Safety-first: We prioritize transparency about risks, contraindications, and situations where retreats may not be appropriate.
  • Decision-support focused: These guides help you evaluate options, ask the right questions, and understand what to look for.
  • Transparent about limitations: We acknowledge uncertainty and the limitations of verification and directory information.

Important: These guides are for informational purposes only and are not medical advice. Always consult with qualified healthcare providers before participating in any retreat program.

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