PSYCHEDELIC
SALON
RUIGOORD
Imagining Psychedelic Futures
Introducing the
Psychedelic Salon
Psychedelic substances are no longer fringe. Once considered dangerous drugs, psychedelics are now expected to become legal and accepted medicines in the treatment of PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD and other mental and even physical health problems. But what does it mean for psychedelics to be mainstreamed?
How do we integrate powerful experiences of non-ordinary consciousness into a society that does not have established frameworks of understanding what they are; that lacks a shared language for discussing what they mean; and that misses the maps and methods to navigate the healing potentials they have and mitigate their very real risks?
At the epicentre of the first waves of psychedelic culture in the Netherlands stands the artist colony and cultural autonomous zone of Ruigoord. Salon Ruigoord opens her doors to all who are interested in exploring what the future of psychedelics in mainstream society might look like.
The ‘Psychedelic Salon’ at Ruigoord brings together psychedelic practitioners and scholars, clinicians and researchers, geeks and nerds, poets and weirdos, policy-makers and trouble-makers, medicine carriers and healers, community organizers and activists, scientists and advocates, and anyone else interested in imaging the future of psychedelics in the west.
Spring Lineup
Yogi Hendlin
Beyond Set and Setting: Ecodelic Attunement to Regulate Nervous Systems
Workshop, Dinner, Lecture & Music
Saturday April 5, 2025
1-10 PM
Psychedelics open hidden layers of perception, deepening our connection to ourselves, others, and the living world. Yet, this expanded awareness can also leave us in a liminal space—between old patterns and new possibilities. How do we navigate this transition with resilience and presence?
Join us at the Psychedelic Salon, where we explore these questions through an ecodelic lens, integrating psychedelics with nature-based practices for nervous system regulation. Reimagining set and setting as a continuous attunement to self and ecology, this Psychedelic Salon offers a space for deep practice, dialogue, and artistic exploration.
Yogi Hendlin is an environmental philosopher and public health scientist. Hendlin is assistant professor at the Erasmus School of Philosophy. Yogi’s nterdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research projects tackle major questions in philosophy of biology, environmental philosophy, and political philosophy. Yogi is a practitioner of multiple somatic and contemplative art forms and loves to talk to and about nature.
Yogi Hendlin is an environmental philosopher and public health scientist. Hendlin is assistant professor at the Erasmus School of Philosophy. Yogi’s interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research projects tackle major questions in philosophy of biology, environmental philosophy, and political philosophy. Yogi is a practitioner of multiple somatic and contemplative art forms and loves to talk to and about nature.
Patricia Pisters
Mind-Altering Cinema and Realms of the Human Unconscious
Interactive Lecture, Live Music & Dinner
Sunday April 27, 2025
3-10 PM
In Realms of the Unconscious (1975) Stansilav Grof explores the deep layers of the unconscious mind, challenging conventional psychology by drawing upon his work with LSD. This edition of the Psychedelic Salon examines four different realms described by Grof: the abstract/aesthetic, the psychodynamic, the perinatal, and the transpersonal, and explores how cinema—especially horror, sci-fi, and experimental film—mirrors these psychedelic realms. As media culture increasingly resembles an expanded cinematic unconscious, we come together to ask what film and psychedelics can teach us about the mind, reality, and humanity in a world in flux and crisis.
Patricia Pisters is a professor of Film and Media Studies at the University of Amsterdam, a board member of the OPEN Foundation, and the editor of Deleuze and Guattari and the Psychedelic Revival (2023). She is an artist in residence on Ruigoord, working on her new book on Grof’s work.
Philip Carr-Gomm
Ancestral Stories, Forest Wisdom: Druidry, Psychedelics and Psychotherapy
Workshop, Dinner & Fireside Dialogue
Saturday May 24, 2025
1.30 – 9.30 PM
This special edition of the Psychedelic Salon invites you into the world of Druidry—a nature-based, mystical tradition rooted in the Celtic lands of Europe. Guided by Philip Carr-Gomm, former Chief of the Order of Bards, Ovates & Druids and an experienced psychologist, we’ll explore how ancient earth wisdom can inform and enrich psychedelic practice today.
In the afternoon workshop, Philip offers an experiential journey into Druidic teachings through storytelling, ritual, and reflective practices. You’ll explore themes such as trees as teachers, the turning of the seasons, and the sacredness of place—woven together with tools from Psychosynthesis and the ACER model (Accept, Connect, Embody, Restore) for psychedelic integration. Whether you’re supporting others or walking your own healing path, this session offers practical frameworks for working with expanded states of consciousness in deep connection with nature.
In the evening fireside dialogue, Philip shares insights from decades of walking the Druid path, in conversation with Daan Keiman. Together, they’ll explore how myth, nature, and ritual can support us in times of personal and collective transformation.
Rosalind Watts’s
Experience at the First Psychedelic Salon
“I was very honoured to be invited to the first Psychedelic Salon at Ruigoord, a place where the beauty, creativity, and magnificence of Nature’s power can be felt and absorbed from the moment of arrival. The care, sensitivity, attention to detail, and heart-centredness of the hosts made this the most enjoyable experience for all of us who shared that day together. We know that the quality, depth, and safety of psychedelic journeys are determined by the set and setting: workshops can be powerful journeys too when we feel supported and inspired to step into the collective flow of interconnected wisdom. It was an unforgettable day! We shared so much.
I know that each Salon will be very profound and that everyone who attends will come away with something new that has been alchemised by the careful, grounded, wonderful magic of that place and those people. I certainly felt changed by the experience and profoundly touched to have been there. I can’t wait to come back. I am so grateful that the Ruigoord Psychedelic Salon is now in session, and intrigued by all the learning and connectedness that will continue to emerge.“
Welcome to
Salon Ruigoord
Salon Ruigoord is a vibrant cultural hub located within the iconic artist colony of Ruigoord. Known for its eclectic and bohemian atmosphere, Salon Ruigoord is a gathering place for creatives, thinkers, and visionaries. Here, art, music, and the community spirit come together in a unique blend that inspires innovation and deep connection.
As the domicile of our Psychedelic Salons, Salon Ruigoord provides an ideal setting for exploring the future of psychedelics. Its warm, welcoming environment is perfect for engaging in transformative conversations, participating in immersive workshops, and building meaningful relationships. Whether you’re a researcher, practitioner, artist, or simply curious, Salon Ruigoord invites you to join a community dedicated to pushing the boundaries of consciousness and creativity.
Ruigoord: Haven for Visionaries
Welcome to Ruigoord, the beating heart of Amsterdam’s countercultural movement and the home of our Psychedelic Salons. This unique artist colony and cultural autonomous zone is where the modern-day Timothy Leary and Terrence McKenna minded come together.
Ruigoord is a sanctuary for the free spirited, a place of boundless creativity and where art, community, and nature merge seamlessly. It’s a vibrant, inspiring environment where visionary ideas flourish and transformative conversations easily take flight. Join us in this magical setting to explore the future of psychedelics and to be part of a community dedicated to pioneering new paradigms of consciousness and healing.
Your Hosts
Daan Keiman
Pioneering Ethical Psychedelic Practices
Daan Keiman is a queer, weird, Buddhist, psychedelic geek with a great love for the art of caring. With an MA in Spiritual Care from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, they have over 15 years of experience in guiding individuals and groups through psychedelic experiences. Daan is interested in the intersection of somatic and contemplative practices, psychedelic care, therapy and systems change. His work emphasizes ethical and community-based models of psychedelic care, making him a cornerstone of the Psychedelic Salon’s mission.
Michael Kamp
The Visionary Behind Salon Ruigoord
Michael Kamp, the creative force behind Salon Ruigoord, is a trained dramaturge with a passion for fostering community and creativity. His luminous approach has shaped Salon Ruigoord into the eclectic and inspiring space it is today. Michael’s dedication to creating a welcoming environment where art, culture, and conversation thrive makes him the perfect host for our Psychedelic Salons. Join us at Salon Ruigoord and experience the unique atmosphere Michael has crafted, where innovative ideas and transformative experiences come to life.
Viyan Bedawi
Psychedelic Avant-Garde
Viyan Bedawi, a neuroscientist pursuing a second degree in clinical psychology, has over a decade of experience in navigating the psychedelic field. She is deeply involved in MDMA-assisted therapy research for PTSD and co-manages Salon Ruigoord with Michael Kamp. Viyan’s passion for connecting the psychedelic counterculture with academic research fosters a dynamic space for exploration and innovation. Her love for the psychedelic avant-garde drives her commitment to advancing both the scientific understanding and cultural acceptance of psychedelics, creating a vibrant community where cutting-edge ideas and practices can flourish.
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Contact
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Salon Ruigoord
Ruigoord 36
1047 HH
Amsterdam West-Poort
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