If you’re looking for the right ibogaine treatment provider, you probably have looked into the substance’s immense potential for healing the addicted. If you haven’t, you can read about ibogaine’s ability to reduce withdrawal symptoms, minimize cravings, and reset brain function to a pre-addicted state here. Ibogaine treatment is not something you should enter into lightly. You need to make sure that the treatment is right for you, that the facility you have chosen is able to meet your needs, and, most importantly, ensure that your health and safety are the paramount concerns of the staff guiding you through this potentially risky treatment. We urge you to take the utmost care in choosing an ibogaine treatment provider. Here’s our guide to making an informed, wise, and safe choice.
Don’t Put Your Life At Risk
Ibogaine has freed thousands from addiction, but the treatment comes with significant health risks. While methadone has been proven to lead to more fatalities, ibogaine treatment has been linked to a handful of deaths. The substance can exacerbate pre-existing heart conditions, blood clots, kidney and liver problems, and psychological issues. However, the vast majority of fatalities in which ibogaine has been a factor have resulted from self-administration and irresponsible or inexperienced treatment providers.
If you’re ready to take the leap into ibogaine treatment we would urge you to take a careful look at the safety regulations and precautions of the treatment providers you’re considering. At Tabula Rasa Retreat, we keep a medical doctor in-house, rather than a phone call or ambulance ride away. We have a one nurse per patient ratio, and we insist on a full medical history and a full set of lab tests prior to treatment. We also monitor our clients with an EKG machine while they are under the influence of this powerful medicine. It is our firm belief that every ibogaine related death has been preventable, and that with proper precautions, an experienced staff, and a focus on client safety, treatment facilities can eliminate any risk of fatalities occurring during ibogaine treatment.
Examine Your Needs
Each individual seeking treatment is unique, and every treatment center is different. This may seem like a cliche, but it’s essential that you take it into account while making this life-altering decision. A dose of Ibogaine is a powerful tool for overcoming addiction, but it isn’t going to make trauma, habits, and thought patterns established over a lifetime disappear in an instant. You are going to need aftercare to heal the wounds that led you into addiction, and the pain that the affliction has caused. You’ll need to build a new life from the ground up, and replace the harmful habits and negative patterns of thought and behavior that your addiction has imposed with positive and healthy ones.
We recommend that our clients utilize a range of holistic treatments ranging from kundalini yoga to equine therapy, and we are convinced of their effectiveness. We also emphasize mindfulness practice, and Naikan therapy (a Japanese technique for letting go of resentment, building a sense of gratitude, and fostering healthy relationships). We also recognize that our model isn’t ideal for everyone. It’s up to you to find a facility that offers the tools you need to build the positive and healthy life that you dream of. The answer could be a 12 Step Program, SMART Recovery, intensive psychotherapy, prolonged inpatient treatment, or something else entirely. Honestly and carefully consider your needs, and the approaches that you’ll respond positively to, before selecting a treatment center.
Cost-Effectiveness
Price is always a concern for the vast majority of those seeking treatment. But remember that your goal should be to find the right treatment center, even if it costs a little more. Addiction is outrageously expensive, and choosing a sub-par facility for financial reasons is the definition of penny wise and pound foolish. We’d recommend establishing the resources, length of stay, and aftercare options you’ll need first, then choosing a facility that meets your needs and isn’t ridiculously expensive. There’s always a reason why the cheapest options are so affordable, and when you’re putting your health and safety into a treatment provider’s hands, it’s wise to make sure that they don’t cut corners.
If you’re looking for a cost-effective treatment center, looking at the options available abroad can be a game-changer. With luxury treatment centers in the US and UK charging as much as $80,000 USD per month, increasing numbers of clients are gravitating towards overseas clinics. Seeking treatment abroad can allow those in recovery to get much better value in terms of accommodation, complementary treatments, and level of care. Treatment abroad can also offer a greater standard of privacy and relaxation. You’ll be in a relaxing, sunny environment far away from colleagues and family members who you’d prefer to leave in the dark. It has the added bonus of providing distance from toxic influences, environments, and triggers you associate with stress and substance misuse.
Legal Issues
Ibogaine is illegal in the US and UK, as well as a host of other jurisdictions in the “First World.” The Global Ibogaine Therapy Alliance has a handy map which illustrates where ibogaine use is sanctioned by law. If you’re trying to end your addiction, the last thing you want is to risk possible arrest and incarceration while you are at your most vulnerable. Legal ibogaine use also means that a facility won’t hesitate to get you the medical treatment in the event of a severe negative reaction. Portugal is a great choice for pursuing ibogaine treatment because, while the treatment is not yet approved for addiction, it is not outlawed or subject to regulation, and can be administered legally under the supervision of legitimate, accredited health-care professionals.
Make It Happen!
You know what you need to do. It’s time to take the leap! Carefully and honestly examine your needs, and look for treatment providers that can meet them. Ensure that every precaution will be taken to protect your health and keep you safe. Reflect on whether you need to be close to supportive family members and friends, or if you’d be more comfortable with a fresh start in a new environment. Perhaps most importantly, take care not to put yourself at risk of arrest and incarceration. And remember, if you have any questions about ibogaine treatment, we’re here to help!
For further information visit www.tabularasaretreat.com or call PT +351 965 751 649 UK +44 7961 355 530