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The truffle ceremony with Tessa helped awaken my consciousness. At the time of the journey, I was in a place in my life where I was suffering intensely from cluster headaches, and I no longer knew who I was, what I was doing, or where I was headed. I had already tried everything the Western medical world had to offer, but nothing had helped.

The truffle ceremony woke me up from a character I had been playing; one that no longer fit me. One of the effects of this was that it also became the first real step toward healing my cluster headaches, which in hindsight turned out to be a manifestation of my suppressed traumas and the character I had been living from.

The journey with Tessa was also one of the first clear indications of what a part of my soul is here to do: to be an artist in this world. In short, this experience was a very clear and important crossroads in my life.

The journey took place years ago, yet I still clearly remember how Tessa was in service to me: during the ceremony, as well as before and afterward. Her dedication, and the care and attention with which she approached the 1-1 ceremony, were impressive and, in hindsight, absolutely necessary. Looking back, there was no other space in which I would have felt safe enough for this to happen. Right place, right time, right people, right circumstances: this was a perfect example of that.

I am still grateful to Tessa every day for the time we traveled together. To me, she feels like one of the teachers I have had in my life. I can wholeheartedly recommend a guided journey with her. You are in good hands, and she takes your journey and process extremely seriously.

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From the very first moment, Tessa created a safe and supportive space for me. Because of that, I was able to open up quite quickly and honestly look at what was going on inside me. In a very natural way, she guided me into self-reflection, which led to valuable new insights early on in the process.

In addition to her personal guidance, I also found the theoretical materials she shared to be incredibly valuable and interesting. Tessa prepared me thoroughly for the ceremony: what I could expect, how I could prepare myself, and what to be mindful of afterward. During the ceremony itself, I constantly felt that I was in very capable and caring hands.

This journey helped me regulate my emotions more effectively and break through patterns that had been negatively affecting me. I learned that every outcome matters and that there is no single "ultimate" end result. Because of this, I now feel more comfortable being vulnerable and I'm able to create more inner peace for myself.

Tessa created a safe environment from the very beginning, allowing me to open up and reflect deeply. Her guidance, both in preparation, during the ceremony, and throughout the integration process, made me feel fully supported and cared for.

The journey helped me better regulate my emotions, break negative patterns, and create more calm and balance in my life. I also now feel more confident allowing myself to be vulnerable.

I would absolutely recommend a guided journey with Tessa to anyone who is open to personal growth.

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My very first experience with psychedelics, guided by Tessa, immediately felt safe and comforting. As you can imagine, I had many questions and also felt quite nervous, but from the very beginning, Tessa gave me a strong sense of trust and safety. I felt free to ask anything. We had open and meaningful conversations in which she genuinely took the time to listen to me and answer all of my questions.

What I also found incredibly valuable was that the focus wasn't solely on the ceremony itself. During the preparation, we spoke extensively about what was going on in my life at that moment and what I hoped to gain from the journey. In that sense, the inner work actually begins long before the ceremony itself. The journey already starts in the preparation phase. Tessa's open and approachable attitude made that entire process feel very natural and supportive.

Another thing that helped me tremendously were the detailed preparation materials I received beforehand. They clearly explained what truffles are, how they work, and what kinds of effects I might experience. This gave me a much better understanding of what the journey could look like. The materials also included practical and valuable tools, such as breathing exercises and journaling practices. The breathing exercises in particular helped me stay grounded and connected to myself throughout the process.

What also stood out to me immediately was Tessa's genuine passion for psychedelics. You can truly feel how fascinated she is by this work and how much experience she has. That combination of knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm was incredibly inspiring to me and sparked a deeper curiosity to continue exploring this path myself.

The ceremony itself was both a very special and deeply intense experience. During a truffle ceremony, you essentially surrender to your subconscious mind, and that subconscious seems to know exactly what you need in that moment. For me, the experience brought a profound sense of inner peace. I found myself able to view situations and events from a completely different perspective. The greatest gift of this journey was finally being able to let go of something that had been present in my life for eight years. That brought me an enormous sense of relief.

In addition to the mental and emotional insights, my body also gave me very clear signals, particularly around my stomach and gut, something I had been struggling with for a long time. During the ceremony, it became very clear to me that this was an area I needed to pay more attention to. That realization led me to begin a meaningful healing journey focused on better supporting my body.

What was also very special to me is that the process did not end with the ceremony itself. During the integration period afterward, there was still space to discuss everything that had surfaced. This made the experience feel like much more than a one-time event; it truly became part of a much larger process of personal growth. Tessa now also feels a bit like a mentor to me, guiding me in my growing interest in psychedelics. For example, I recently started a period of microdosing, which she also supported me through. It is so much more than just a ceremony, it is truly a journey of growth and deeper self-discovery.

Yes, absolutely, I would recommend Tessa wholeheartedly, one hundred percent. Because of her openness and honesty, the connection feels very equal and genuine. She shares her own experiences, which allows you to learn from them, while at the same time giving you complete freedom to have your own unique process unfold. She listens without judgment and creates a safe space where everything is welcome.

I believe a truffle ceremony can be incredibly valuable for many people, but especially for those who are truly open to it. Open to whatever may arise, willing to invest time and attention into the process, and prepared to honestly look within themselves. If you can do that, it is an incredibly beautiful gift to give yourself. Allow yourself the time and space to fully embrace the journey, because it can bring profound transformation on a very deep level.

Thanks to Tessa's safe and supportive guidance, I truly dared to look inward, and that has given me insights and inner peace that I still carry with me today. For that, I am deeply grateful to her.

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My experience with Tessa's guidance was incredibly positive.

After spending years in therapy with a psychologist, which helped me tremendously, there still seemed to be a part of me that felt "stuck", something difficult to fully reach or understand. Based on a few specific issues I was dealing with at the time, we started working together. First remotely from Canada, through online sessions, and later one-on-one in the Netherlands. Although I initially thought online sessions would not work well for a process like this, they actually worked exceptionally well.

By focusing beforehand on several important questions, letting go of certain things as much as possible, and already beginning to work through some of them, I entered the journey with a strong sense of intention and openness. Even though I felt a bit nervous beforehand, Tessa's preparation gave me so much trust and confidence that most of that nervousness had disappeared by the day before the session.

Although the journey itself is something you experience personally, Tessa's presence throughout the session was incredibly comforting. From the warm-up conversation beforehand to the integration afterward with food, every part felt thoughtful and supportive. But especially during the session itself, the careful alignment of music and scent made the experience one of the most beautiful and inspiring moments of my life.

From the moment the journey began, a word that felt a little strange beforehand but made complete sense afterward, I had a very strong feeling that I was in control, despite the music and sensory elements around me. A sense of guidance, but not absolute control. Very quickly, it all felt deeply familiar, like myself, even though I was seeing things I had never seen before in my life. Everything felt as though it came from within me, without inhibition. In daily life, I sometimes hold myself back with my thoughts and limit myself emotionally and mentally, but during the journey everything was completely open. Even entirely unexpected themes and questions emerged, and my response was simply: "Bring it on." There was no resistance at all.

There was one moment where I suddenly felt very strongly that I wished this experience for someone else as well. But when this person somehow entered my journey and the atmosphere suddenly became darker, I immediately regained control: "I absolutely wish this for you too, but no, we're not doing this right now. This is my journey. I'm not allowing this negative energy in here, that is your own process to work through." And just like that, I was back again, continuing my journey toward the answers I was looking for while still fully enjoying the experience itself.

This experience has given me an incredible amount. It confirmed my entrepreneurial dreams and helped me let go much more of other people's problems, things I used to absorb and carry as my own. By releasing the thoughts and worries that used to fill my mind every day, space opened up for new things. Because my goals became much clearer and were confirmed so deeply during the journey, I've acted far more assertively over the past few months than perhaps ever before in my life. Old patterns still appear from time to time, but I'm much more aware of them now, which allows me to let them go more quickly and return to the core question: what can I actually do about this situation, instead of drowning in thoughts about what I cannot control.

In fact, I have already recommended this experience to two people who are very dear to me and whom I believe are open to it, people who could truly benefit from an inspiring journey as they take their next steps in life.

I'm someone who feels deeply connected to the Earth and who wants to contribute to making the world a better place, both from a scientific perspective and from intuition and feeling. I generally avoid flying because much of what we as Western societies do no longer feels aligned with that vision. And yet, I genuinely believe that a truffle journey like this can make a deeply positive contribution for many people, helping them move through life with more energy, clarity, and positivity, and in doing so, become part of something greater.

For an incredible and inspiring truffle journey guided by Tessa, I would recommend it without hesitation, even if it requires getting on a plane.

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Working with Tessa during the microdosing coaching sessions was a really positive experience for me. She was very supportive and patient, guiding me step by step and helping me understand everything clearly. I always felt comfortable sharing my questions and experiences with her, and her guidance made the whole process much easier and more insightful. I especially appreciated her calm and confident approach, which gave me trust and motivation throughout the sessions.

The parts I found most effective were definitely the yoga sessions and the exercises around values and virtues. The yoga sessions helped me feel more grounded, present, and aware of my body, which made the whole microdosing process easier to connect with. The values and virtues exercises gave me clarity on what really matters to me and helped me see how to align my actions with those values. These practices had a practical impact on my daily routines and mindset, and they are things I plan to continue using on my own.

This guided trajectory brought me more clarity and practical ways to observe and understand my experiences. It helped me notice patterns in my habits, gain new perspectives on my routines, and feel more confident in approaching microdosing in a structured way.

I would absolutely recommend the microdosing coaching sessions with Tessa van de Ven. She is clear, supportive, and makes the whole process easy to understand and follow.

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Tessa is amazing from start to finish. I did a psilocybin mushroom journey with her. In the initial consultation she was so easy to open up to and in all our sessions she continued to be a guiding light for me. I always felt so held and supported by her, especially during my journey when I felt super vulnerable like a newborn baby. She goes above and beyond, acting as a resource even outside of the designated sessions and I see how much work she put into getting to know me to create personalized sessions and my personalized playlist. On top of that she made a delicious hearty home cooked meal for when I got out of my journey. I miss her light and energy now that my sessions are done but I know she will be there when I need her again and I definitely plan on working with her again. If there's anyone to go to, it's Tessa. She has amazing intuition and I felt healed even after the first couple of prep sessions.

Before working with Tessa, I was doing talk therapy elsewhere but I didn't feel like we were healing the source of my problems. I went to Tessa because I wanted to feel more secure in relation to others (strangers, acquaintances, peers, friends, my family members, and my partner) and relieve emotional trauma knots that were very persistent inside me. We worked on my childhood wounds, attachment issues, letting go, etc. (all of which I wanted to work on but she is very flexible and open to working on less heavy things if you need). She helped my inner child come out, feel seen and loved, have fun and learn to let go of things no longer serving me. I feel lighter, more joyful and more grounded since completing my work with her. I really do feel more secure with people and I have more clarity about how to navigate things. Thank you so much Tessa!!

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My shamanic medicine session with Tessa van de Ven was a profound and transformative experience. After years of inner struggle and searching for meaning, Tessa offered a safe space at exactly the right moment to begin healing both my soul and body. Her grounded yet deeply warm approach, combined with ancient wisdom and modern insight, immediately made me feel at ease and supported.

Tessa's way of working is playful, intuitive, and deeply profound. Through preparation sessions, Yin Yoga, and shamanic rituals such as cleansing with sage, she gently opened the door to my inner landscape. The medicine session itself became a musical journey through my subconscious: walls of trauma dissolved, networks of mycelium illuminated within me, and my body experienced both a physiological and spiritual breakthrough. Her guidance felt like a mandala of calmness and wonder, free of judgment and filled with endless patience.

In the days afterward, I felt more authentic than ever before. The music, mantras, and supportive microdosing with truffles helped me move away from dark thought patterns and deepen my relationship with myself and others. Tessa's integration sessions gave structure to the transformation and helped me truly carry the insights into daily life.

Tessa is not a guru, but a guide who helps you discover your own answers. Her sessions feel like a ceremony of liberation, not magical in a fantasy sense, but genuinely extraordinary. For anyone who is ready to embrace soul and freedom, this is an unforgettable experience.

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I experienced Tessa's guidance as very supportive and comforting. I had previously done a guided psychedelic session with her, so I already knew her a little beforehand. This time, both my partner and I went through the process together. It brought a lot to my partner as well, although that is her story to share.

The preparation took place through video calls and felt open, honest, and safe from the very beginning. Tessa is very clear about what a heart medicine session can do for you, while also being honest about the fact that not everything can be predicted in advance. One thing I experienced very strongly myself is that the medicine gives you what you need.

One of the biggest eye-openers for me during the preparation was the saboteur test and the explanation around attachment styles. The saboteurs showed me the defense mechanisms I developed earlier in life to protect myself, but that can now sometimes work against me. That deeply connected to my childhood and certain patterns that I understand much better now. Tessa also explains a lot about the body, the nervous system, and the brain, which helped me better understand what was happening inside of me.

During the heart medicine session itself, the guidance felt very natural. Tessa truly responds to what you need in the moment. If you feel the need to talk and reflect together, there is space for that. But if you need silence and rest, she also protects and holds that space. Combined with the musical journey, this helped me fully turn inward. I was able to revisit moments from my past with great clarity, beautiful memories, but also difficult experiences, and relive them with deep awareness and detail.

What was also incredibly valuable for me were the integration sessions afterward. A lot already happened during and immediately after the session itself, but in the weeks that followed, more and more puzzle pieces started falling into place. I understand myself better now, I understand my behavior better, and I feel much more compassion toward myself, especially toward "little Mike," the younger part of me.

The practices that impacted me most were the Ho'oponopono meditation, where I learned to forgive myself and others, the saboteur test, and the deeper exploration of attachment styles. During one of the integration sessions, we also did a meditation in which I saw myself from above and eventually met little Mike. That was a very special moment in which I was able to process, discuss, and let go of certain things.

What this journey has brought me so far is mainly more understanding and compassion for myself. I always found it easier to have compassion for others than for myself. Since both my partner and I went through this process, we communicate more openly with each other and feel more comfortable expressing emotions, both sadness and joy. Of course, everything is not suddenly perfect, but it truly feels like we are moving through a healthy process together.

I also notice that I am starting to enjoy the process itself more, instead of only focusing on the end result. For me, that is a huge shift, because for a large part of my life I have been very result-oriented.

I would absolutely recommend a guided heart medicine session with Tessa. In fact, I already have. As far as I know, two people have already booked a session after hearing about my experience, and a third person is considering it.

Honestly, I think this kind of journey can be valuable for almost anyone. Whether you feel stuck in certain areas of life, like my partner experienced in some ways, or whether you are already feeling good and are simply curious about further personal growth. In the end, life is one continuous process in which we keep learning, growing, and understanding ourselves more deeply.

From the very first moment, I felt safe. The setting where the session takes place also contributes a lot to that feeling. It feels like you are allowed to fully disconnect from the outside world for a while. I left my phone at home and even kept it turned off until Monday morning. It gave me the space to completely tune out from everything external and fully turn inward. Of course, it remains vulnerable to open yourself up so deeply in a place that is not your own, but Tessa truly knows how to create a safe environment in which that becomes possible.

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Working with Tessa on the Shamanic Archetype Assessment was such a meaningful and enlightening experience. Exploring the many facets of the shamanic archetype was completely new to me, and I was introduced to aspects I had never encountered before. Tessa's explanations not only helped me learn more about each facet, but I also gained clarity on which ones I naturally align with in my personal and professional life. What stood out the most was realizing that even though I strongly identify with certain facets, there is space to lean on others when I need to shift energy or perspective. That insight was both grounding and empowering.

Tessa held the space with so much care and presence, which made the process and journey feel deeply supportive. The integration program she provided afterward gave me practical ways to continue connecting with shamanic elements and weaving the insights into my spiritual practices. I still use those tools today. Tessa also followed up with me after the session, which made me feel truly seen and supported as I continued to reflect and integrate.

I would absolutely recommend this assessment with Tessa to anyone walking a spiritual path, especially those in the midst of a deeper awakening or initiation. For me, it has been a very helpful tool to revisit and engage more deeply with the shamanic archetype, and I know others would benefit from Tessa's thoughtful guidance as well.

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I found Tessa extremely professional, knowledgeable, insightful, and caring. This translated into a deep sense of trust, allowing me to relax, knowing I was in capable hands, and focus fully on my healing.

What stood out most to me was the subtle relationship between the mushrooms and myself, an inner knowing and connection that began the moment I decided to embark on the journey, nearly two months before the ceremony itself. On the day of the experience, everything felt sacred, holistic, and peaceful. Tessa prepared hydrating teas rich in antioxidants, and the elegance of the setting, combined with her attention to every detail, created the perfect atmosphere for a truly meaningful experience.

Three weeks after the journey, I can already see tangible changes in my life. I have started creating new habits that I had wanted for years but previously felt unable to sustain. The insights I gained during the journey continue to help me stay present, focus on action rather than rumination, meditate more consistently, and engage more fully with life.

The journey did not magically remove all challenges, but it gave me the tools, strength, and motivation to meet them differently. The vivid memories and feelings of connection, peace, and clarity I experienced during the ceremony continue to inspire me. They remind me daily of what is possible when I choose discipline, presence, and conscious action. As a result, my self-esteem, focus, and inner resilience continue to grow.

I genuinely believe that Tessa's guidance is a key ingredient in what makes this kind of experience so transformative. She is grounded in the modern world, yet has spent time living and learning with shamans in Brazil. She is professional and punctual, while also possessing a finely tuned intuition that feels free from ego. She is humble, yet courageous and deeply committed to her own exploration of knowledge, growth, and healing.

Who would benefit from a guided journey like this? I think the answer lies within each individual. Listen to your inner voice. Does it resonate? Are you curious? Afraid? Hopeful? Those questions may already be pointing you in the right direction.

During my journey, I remember saying: "Who would have thought, the whole universe fits into a mushroom."