About us

Mental Health Temple

Mental Health Temple was founded by Dora Vermanen and is based in Vijfhuizen, between Amsterdam and Haarlem. MHT has worked with guided psilocybin ceremonies since 2018.

Dora Vermanen, Melanie de Jong and Kelly Schuller at Mental Health Temple

Small groups

Two facilitators guide a group of no more than ten participants.

Intake first

Health, medication, motivation and suitability are discussed before participation.

No guarantees

MHT does not promise healing, symptom relief or a particular experience.

One location

Ceremonies take place at the practice in Vijfhuizen, with free parking.

Guidance, not medical treatment

The English pages deliberately use the word facilitator for the ceremony team. A ceremony at MHT is not medical psilocybin therapy and MHT is not a research institution.

Screening and preparation help determine whether participation appears suitable. They do not replace advice or treatment from a doctor, psychiatrist or another regulated healthcare professional.

Prefer to speak first?

Use the English contact form to explain what you are looking for. MHT can then confirm whether the setting, date and available language support fit your situation before you take further steps.

Would you like to discuss whether a ceremony is right for you?

Tell us what you are looking for. We will answer your questions and confirm whether English-language guidance is available on your preferred date.