Dino Bendiab

Overview

Dino Bendiab is the founder of the Renaissance Institute, a retreat centre based in Amsterdam that offers French‑language psilocybin retreats and integration support. With a multi‑cultural background and a passion for collective wisdom, he began exploring altered states of consciousness through rebirthing in 2005. Before founding the institute in 2023, he worked as an international consultant, guiding executives through personal and team transformation. He now applies this experience to create a professional, legal framework for psychedelic journeys, combining knowledge from positive psychology, Vedanta and somatic practices.

Best for

The retreats led by Dino are designed for adults seeking deep personal insight, pattern change and spiritual growth through legal psilocybin truffle experiences. They may appeal to individuals curious about exploring their psyche, therapists wanting to broaden their perspective, leaders aiming for conscious leadership or people looking for new ways to address depression, anxiety, trauma or addictions under professional guidance.

• Adults interested in self‑exploration and reconnection
• Professionals seeking a structured, legal psychedelic retreat
• Individuals wanting to complement therapy for mood or trauma issues
• Clients comfortable with French, English or Italian guidance

Approach

Dino facilitates group and individual retreats in Dutch venues, offering comprehensive preparation, a three‑day immersive experience and structured integration. His approach emphasises safety, informed consent and non‑judgmental support, in line with the Guild of Guides NL code of conduct. He integrates tools from Integral Facilitation, Appreciative Inquiry, Imago Dialogue, Reiki, Shiatsu and Internal Family Systems to help participants navigate and integrate insights. Psilocybin is served as a ginger tea made from legal truffles; the focus is on set, setting and intention rather than mysticism.

Support

Participants undergo a thorough health and psychological screening and receive preparatory coaching before the retreat. During the ceremony Dino and his team maintain appropriate boundaries, monitor physical and emotional safety and provide guidance without directing the experience. Post‑retreat integration sessions help translate insights into daily life. A low guide‑to‑participant ratio ensures attentive care, and all retreats are supported by multilingual facilitators with professional training.

Practical details

Renaissance Institute is registered at J.M. Keynesplein 1, 1066EP Amsterdam, Netherlands. Retreats are held in natural settings in the Netherlands, usually over three days. Pricing covers preparatory interviews, lodging, vegetarian meals, bodywork sessions and two post‑retreat integration meetings; participants purchase their own truffles separately. Communication is available in French, English and Italian, and booking requires an initial consultation and age minimum of 25 years.

• Formats: residential psilocybin retreats (group or individual)
• Location: various venues in the Netherlands; headquarters in Amsterdam
• Languages: French, English, Italian
• Age requirement: 25+; thorough screening before acceptance

Training

• Certified Psychedelic Facilitator through Essence Education
• Certified Somatic Psychedelic Facilitator via The Embody Lab
• Certified psychopractitioner in Internal Family Systems (IFS)
• Trained in Integral Facilitation, Positive Psychology, Vedanta, Appreciative Inquiry, Imago Dialogue, Reiki and Shiatsu
• Active member of The Guild of Guides NL, adhering to its code of conduct

Disclaimer:

This description was generated based on information from the official website and other materials provided by the provider.