Iboga retreat for drug addiction

Breaking free from drug addiction isn’t easy πŸ’”, especially when traditional treatments haven’t worked for you. As an alternative 🌿, an Iboga retreat for drug addiction offers a revolutionary approach, harnessing the power of African plant medicine for deep recovery.

Thanks to ibogaine treatment 🧠✨, more and more people are uncovering the true root causes of their substance abuseβ€”an often underestimated key πŸ”‘ to a truly transformative healing journey. 🌟 Here’s what you need to know about drug addiction, the hardest substances to quit 🚫, and the effectiveness of Iboga retreats in overcoming addiction. πŸŒπŸŒΏπŸ’–

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Understanding drug addiction

🧠 Drug addiction is a condition that directly impacts the brain, body, and behavior of a person.
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⚠️ In practice, it can even lead to compulsive substance abuse despite its harmful consequences. How? When you have a drug addiction, your entire brain’s reward system is drastically modified and biased.
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πŸ’₯ But the trigger factors of addiction can stem from various sources, such as trauma, chronic stress, or even genetic predispositions.
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🌿 This is why addressing the root cause is crucial, and why the treatment of drug addiction must go beyond just managing symptoms.
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🎯 The main goal is to heal both the physical dependency and the emotional root causes simultaneouslyβ€”otherwise, recovery won’t be sustainable in the long run. πŸ’–πŸ’ͺ

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What is the hardest drug to quit?

The most challenging substances to break free from, without a doubt, are fentanyl πŸ’€, heroin πŸ₯, nicotine 🚬, and sugar 🍬, which can create powerful cravings and dependencies.

Why? Because due to their chemical composition πŸ§ͺ, these drugs have an extremely powerful hold on the brain and body πŸ§ πŸ’”, making them very difficult to quit.

They alter brain chemistry, leading to intense cravings 🀯 and severe withdrawal symptoms πŸ˜–.
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On this point, the power of an ibogaine treatment 🌿✨ for drug addiction is precisely to allow individuals to reset their brain’s receptors πŸ”„πŸ§ , helping them break free from dependency. πŸ’ͺ🌟

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πŸ’€ Fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine, nicotine and sugar are among the hardest drugs to quit due to their intense grip on the brain and body.

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🧠 These substances alter brain chemistry, leading to severe cravings and painful withdrawal symptoms, making recovery extremely challenging.

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🌿 Ibogaine treatment offers a unique solution, helping to reset brain receptors and support individuals on their journey to breaking free from addiction.

Care giving

How to help a person who is addicted to drugs?

🀝 Even if helping someone with drug addiction is an honorable initiative πŸ’–, you need to know where to start and how to proceed to do it right βœ… and have a truly positive impact 🌟.
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πŸ’‘ Naturally, it starts with compassion and understanding πŸ«‚. You must encourage open communication πŸ—£οΈ without judgment βŒβš–οΈ and not hesitate to ask for professional support πŸ₯ if needed.
🌿 To take your initiative to the next level, you can think about concrete solutions such as the Iboga plant for substance abuse treatment.
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✨ The benefits? This treatment is specifically made to give new hope 🌟 to people suffering from drug addictions πŸ’Š, by directly addressing their physiological 🧠 and emotional πŸ’” troublesβ€”all in a safe and caring environment πŸ›‘οΈπŸ’–.

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🀝 Compassion and open communication πŸ’–

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🌿 Iboga for holistic healing 🧠✨

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🌟 Support and recovery solutions πŸ₯πŸ’ͺ

Natural Treatment

What is most effective in treating addiction?

The most effective treatments for drug addiction are usually including medical πŸ₯, psychological 🧠, and emotional πŸ’– support.
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Yes, the most common approaches such as therapy πŸ—£οΈ and detox 🚿 can be effective, but we must underline that they often fail ❌ to address the real root causes 🌱. As a result, the catalysts ⚑ of drug addiction are not treated, which can quickly lead to new substance abuses πŸ’Š in the future.
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At Bwiti House 🏑, the whole point of healing addiction with iboga πŸƒ is to offer you or anyone around you suffering from drug addictions a unique advantage 🎯 to heal the underlying issues driving the addiction πŸ’‘, and not only the symptoms. πŸš€

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Full body detox with Herbal Healing, Ibogaine and Pygmy Rituals

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Regressive Therapy with Iboga

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An international team of neuroscientists and medical professionals collaborates with traditional Bwiti healers.

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Admission Process

Application to the Ibogaine Treatment Center are accepted on a rolling basis. Each cohort includes a maximum of 5 applicants, meticulously selected.

Documents you need to complete your application

Here is the preliminary list of documents you need to provide during the application process:

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DEFINITION

What is Iboga and what is it used for?

🌿 Iboga is a sacred African plant 🌍 used in traditional Bwiti ceremonies πŸ”₯ for spiritual healing ✨ and transformation πŸ¦‹. Its active compound, ibogaine, is known for its ability to reset neural pathways 🧠, making it a powerful tool πŸ› οΈ in addiction recovery.
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πŸ’« This is why iboga healing retreats πŸ•οΈ use this plant medicine πŸƒβ€”to truly help individuals break free from dependency ⛓️, process trauma πŸ’”, and rebuild their lives with greater clarity πŸ”† and purpose 🌟.

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🌟 Support and recovery solutions πŸ₯πŸ’ͺ

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how Iboga & Ibogaine Interact with the Brain 🧠?

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Receptor Modulation: Ibogaine interacts with various neurotransmitter systems, particularly the NMDA (N-Methyl-D-Aspartate) receptor, the opioid receptors (mu, delta, and kappa), and the serotonin transporter. This interaction helps to reset the brain's chemistry by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms associated with addiction.

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Neuroplasticity Enhancement: Ibogaine promotes neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize and form new neural connections. This process is crucial for breaking old addictive patterns and establishing new, healthier habits. It involves the upregulation of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and other neurotrophic factors that support neuron growth and survival.

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Dopaminergic System Regulation: Ibogaine modulates the dopaminergic system, which is often dysregulated in individuals with addiction. By normalizing dopamine levels, Ibogaine helps reduce the reward response associated with addictive substances, thereby decreasing the urge to use them.

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Metabolic Detoxification: Ibogaine undergoes hepatic metabolism, where it is converted into noribogaine, an active metabolite that continues to exert anti-addictive effects. Noribogaine helps to sustain the detoxification process by maintaining receptor modulation and supporting neuroplastic changes over an extended period.

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Reduction of Withdrawal Symptoms: Ibogaine's action on the opioid receptors, particularly the kappa opioid receptor, helps to alleviate acute withdrawal symptoms. This makes the detoxification process more manageable and less physically taxing on the individual.

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Anti-inflammatory Effects: Ibogaine has been shown to exhibit anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce systemic inflammation often associated with chronic substance abuse. Lowering inflammation aids in the overall recovery and healing process of the body.

DEFINITION

Challenges of modern treatments

πŸ’Š Methadone programs and inpatient rehab πŸ₯ are known as the traditional treatments for drug addiction, but that doesn’t mean they’re the most effective solution βœ… or the only option available 🌍.
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⚠️ Their main disadvantage is that they generally focus on symptoms πŸ€• but not on the root causes 🌱 of addiction or deep healing πŸ’–. The bad news?

‍These limitations can lead to high relapse rates πŸ”„ and even strong side effects ❌ from medications πŸ’Š.
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✨ So if you’re looking for a better alternative with a stronger focus on long-term healing πŸ•ŠοΈβ€”without the unpredictable side effects of rehab medicationsβ€”an Iboga therapy πŸƒ for addiction may be right for you. πŸŒΏπŸ’‘

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🀝 Compassion and open communication πŸ’–

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🌿 Iboga for holistic healing 🧠✨

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🌟 Support and recovery solutions πŸ₯πŸ’ͺ

how it works?

How our Iboga retreat works for drug addiction

🏑 At Bwiti House, our Iboga retreat πŸƒ for drug addiction πŸ’ŠπŸš« combines modern therapeutic care πŸ₯ with traditional wisdom 🌿, creating a powerful healing experience.
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✨ Our retreat begins with a preparation phase πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ, focusing entirely on each participant’s personal intentions 🎯 and goals πŸ›€οΈ.
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βš•οΈ Medical screening 🩺 is a crucial step to ensure safety βœ… and rule out any incompatible medical conditions 🚨 before the journey begins.
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πŸ”₯ During the Iboga ceremony πŸ”₯, individuals confront their past ⏳, allowing them to release deep emotional blockages πŸ’”βž‘οΈπŸ’–.
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πŸ’‘ And this is exactly where Iboga’s effectiveness lies: by freeing these emotional burdens 🌬️, participants can finally break their relationship with substances ⛓️ and embark on a long-term recovery journey πŸ•ŠοΈπŸ”„.

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🌿 Traditional wisdom + modern care

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🎯 Personalized preparation & intention

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🩺 Medical screening for safety

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πŸ”₯ Iboga ceremony for deep healing

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πŸ•ŠοΈ Long-term recovery & freedom

⏳ Duration of the Experience?

Long term benefits

🌿 Here are some of the most interesting long-term benefits of an iboga retreat:

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A reduction of the cravings and withdrawal symptoms

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A better emotional resilience and clarity for the present and the future

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A strong ability to process trauma

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Rebuild self-esteem in full autonomy (preventing future addictions)

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And even a deeper sense of purpose and connection in life

Pricing

Break Free from Addiction: 2-WEEKs Ibogaine TREATMENT to Reclaim Your Life

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Included in your retreat

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Comprehensive Health Screening by 

Our Medical Team in California, USA

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Ibogaine Full Body Detox

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Regressive Therapy with Iboga (Multiple Sessions) 

To Tacle the Root Cause

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Lodging in a Bwiti Village

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Delicious & Nourishing Meals

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Additional Herbal Healings As Needed

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Transportation To and From Village

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Traditional Spiritual Shower

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Traditional Sauna

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One to One Counseling with Moughenda

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Aftercare session under request

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What is the Success Rate of ibogaine treatment for drug addiction ?


Ibogaine has shown promising results in addiction recovery, with numerous studies and testimonials highlighting its effectiveness. Many individuals report a rapid and lasting reduction in cravings and relapse rates after undergoing treatment. ⚑🚫
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🌍 Moughenda Mikala, a Bwiti shaman born and raised In Gabon πŸ‡¬πŸ‡¦, founded Iboga House 🏑 in Costa Rica in 2012, the world’s first Iboga treatment center.

After its establishment, he returned to his village to create Bwiti House, continuing to offer natural detox programs 🌱 to a global clientele. These centers provide premier healing experiences using iboga and ibogaine to support individuals in overcoming substance dependence. πŸ’šβœ¨
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πŸ“Ή Below, you can explore video testimonials from people who have successfully broken free from addiction through Iboga House’s treatment programs. Their experiences, along with scientific research, reinforce iboga’s potential as a transformative solution for addiction recovery. πŸ§ πŸ”„πŸ’–
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Alcohol

Iboga cured me of Alcoholism

Jack did an Iboga detox and psycho-spiritual journey with Moughenda at the Iboga House in Costa Rica and today he is cured of his alcohol addiction.

cocaine & alcohol

Skype interview 3 weeks post Iboga treatment for Cocaine and Alcohol

It's been 3 weeks and Chad is back in Canada from his 12 day Iboga treatment in Costa Rica for drug and alcohol addiction. Chad talks with the the mother of Iboga House on Skype about his experience.

Heroin

Jeff Detoxes off 5g/day Heroin Habit & Begins New Life of Service

Jeff came to the Iboga House two months ago to get off his off the charts Heroin Habit. After several days of deep detoxing, his life was completely changed. He has come back two months later to help train to provide people with Iboga Treatment. For more info on Iboga for Heroin Detox

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Testimonial 1 year after Natural Detox from Suboxone - Iboga House

Jeanie and Brad visted the Iboga House in January 2011 for a detox from a six year battle of trying to get off Suboxone. Β After trying, in vain, just about every way to detox in the United States, they finally decide to try an alternative therapy; A Shaman from Gabon who is giving life changing detox and awakening treatments in Costa Rica. One year later they give a follow up testimonial about how their lives are transformed today.

SUBOXONE

Iboga Cures Suboxone Addiction - Iboga House Testimonial

A couple addicted to Suboxone visits Iboga House in Costa Rica and shares how Iboga is a true cure. They explain that they received much more than just a Subutex detox treatment, thanks to Shaman Moughenda Mickala.

methadone

24 hour natural Methadone detox with Iboga

Allen is 20 years old he came to the Iboga House becuase he was on Methadone treatment for opiate dependency. Hear him talk about his experience getting off Methadone in 24 hours with the help of Moughenda and his Iboga.

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Addiction Treatment with Bwiti House and Its Network of Certified Practitioners

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What is Ibogaine, and where does it come from?

Ibogaine is an alkaloid extracted from the root bark of the Tabernanthe Iboga shrub, native to West Africa. For centuries, the Bwiti tribes have used Iboga in spiritual ceremonies for healing and personal growth.

What types of addictions can be treated?

β€’ Opioids: Effective for addictions to heroin, methadone, and other opioid substances.

β€’ Cocaine and Crack: Helps break the cycle of dependence on powerful stimulants.

β€’ Alcohol: Supports detoxification and recovery from alcohol addiction.

β€’ Amphetamines and Synthetic Stimulants: Addresses dependencies on drugs like amphetamines and other synthetic substances.

What are the benefits of a traditional approach with Bwiti House?

Bwiti practitioners combine ancestral knowledge with modern techniques to offer:

1. Deep detoxification
2. Emotional and spiritual healing
3. Personalized guidance tailored to individual needs

What are the possible side effects of Ibogaine?

When administered correctly, Ibogaine may cause side effects such as:

1. Nausea or vomiting
2. Heightened alertness
3. Intense introspective experiences

These are considered part of the purification and healing process.

What results can be expected?

The combination of Ibogaine and Bwiti practices offers high success rates in:

1. Reducing substance cravings
2. Resetting neural circuits affected by addiction
3. Promoting inner peace and mental clarity

Is there aftercare support following the treatment?

Yes, Bwiti House offers continuous support to ensure progress made during treatment is maintained.

Is Ibogaine treatment legal with Bwiti House?

In Gabon, Iboga is entirely legal and recognized as a national treasure. All practices adhere to local laws and ancestral traditions.

How can I book a treatment at Bwiti House?

You can submit your application through our official website or contact our team directly to schedule an introductory call and initial evaluation. Each application undergoes a thorough review as part of a selective process to determine if you meet the criteria for acceptance into our exclusive treatment program.

Why choose Bwiti House and its network?

Bwiti House provides an authentic and traditional approach to Ibogaine detoxification. Its network of certified practitioners, trained in the Bwiti traditions, ensures a safe experience rooted in the spiritual and medicinal origins of this treatment.

How does treatment at Bwiti House work?

The treatment combines modern techniques with traditional practices:Preparation and evaluation:

1. A medical evaluation ensures the safety of the treatment.

2. Supervised detoxification: Ibogaine is administered in a safe, controlled environment.

3. Traditional ceremonies:
The process is enriched with Bwiti rituals and practices.

4. Post-treatment support: Continuous guidance helps sustain progress.

Is the treatment safe?

Yes, under the supervision of Bwiti House's certified practitioners. Patients are closely monitored to ensure both physical and mental safety.

Are there any contraindications for treatment?

Yes, the treatment is not recommended for individuals with:

1. Severe heart conditions

2. Serious neurological disorders
3. Acute, unstable mental health conditions

What are the steps in the healing process with Bwiti House?

1. Preparation phase: Preliminary detoxification and medical evaluation.

2. Detoxification ceremony: Iboga is administered under traditional and medical supervision.

3. Regressive therapy: Exploration of past traumas and emotional release.

4. Spiritual phase: Connection with one’s true essence and personal transformation.

How should one prepare for the treatment?

Patients are guided by a personal concierge who provides a detailed preparation list, including:

1. Dietary instructions
2. Relaxation practices
3. Practical information for the stay

How does Iboga differ from other treatments like Ayahuasca?

Unlike Ayahuasca, Iboga focuses on detoxification and healing deep-rooted traumas in a grounded and direct way, breaking the cycle of addiction effectively.

Why include a spiritual approach in the treatment?

Addiction is often linked to emotional or spiritual wounds. Bwiti's approach combines physical and spiritual healing for comprehensive and lasting recovery.

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Aftercare

Helping you advance in your healing journey

Our team is located around the world and is here to provide you with aftercare sessions on demand.

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Iboga Detox Practitioner Training: Intensive 8-weeks Program

The training for traditional practitioners specializing in Iboga detox is a demanding process, requiring a total commitment of 6 months to complete. The cost of your Iboga retreat can be applied as a credit toward the total fee for this comprehensive training program.

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Program Foundation:

🌿 The traditional Iboga detox is a unique experience offered by our team of certified Iboga providers worldwide 🌍✨ or by Moughenda in a 1-on-1 VIP session for special requests πŸ•οΈπŸ‘‘. This transformational program requires advance inquiry to ensure availability β³βœ…. For any additional questions or to learn more about the detox process, simply select the relevant option on the application form πŸ“„βœοΈ.