In this blog, I want to tell my story about why I started Triptherapie. Based on 131 reviews about me as a guide during a psychedelic session, I want to cite specific reviews to underscore why I do what I do and why I find the work as a Tripsitter fantastic. In the text below, I use many references to the experiences people have had with me, so that it is also easier to find and read the reviews that might interest you.
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These are the reviews written about Marcel so far:
In this overview, we collect all available user experiences and opinions about Marcel, a tripsitter/trip coach at Triptherapie. These experiences come from two sources: (1) 119 customer reviews on the Triptherapie forum (Tripforum) where clients describe their psychedelic sessions with Marcel, and (2) Google Reviews in which Marcel is explicitly mentioned by name. Below, we present the key points from these reviews in a clear overview, with short summaries and examples.
On the Triptherapie forum, customers have a total over a hundred reviews posted about their session(s) with Marcel as facilitator. (According to the latest count, this involves approximately 119 separate reviews.) These testimonials span several years and describe a wide range of experiences – from personal breakthroughs to practical matters surrounding the sessions. Some important themes that constantly reappear in the reviews:
Safety and trust: Almost all clients emphasize how safe, at ease and trusted they felt with Marcel's guidance. Marcel is described as someone who Calm is, radiates confidence and a sheltered “safe space” creates. This reassuring presence helps customers to fully surrender to the experience without fear. For example, a customer (Anna) explains that she initially struggled to let go of control, but that Marcel's calm and down-to-earth attitude gave her the confidence to dare to take a very high dose – something she did not regret. She attributes to Marcel's calming and normalizing approach that she was ultimately able to experience a deep trip that helped her get closer to her feelings. Multiple reviewers say “to have felt extremely safe” thanks to Marcel's presence and guidance. Even older participants (a couple in their 70s+) indicate that they had their first psychedelic experience with Marcel as safe and well-guided have experienced. This trust in Marcel returns time and again as the foundation for a successful session.
Professional and personal guidance: Many customers praise Marcel's professionalism, expertise and commitment as a trip coach. His background and holistic approach (combination of nutrition, supplements, exercise, and the psyche) are appreciated, as this optimally prepares the session. Marcel clearly knows what he is doing and exudes expertise, which gives clients a feeling of confidence. good hands to be. For example, a scientifically educated couple indicated that they were immediately put at ease by “Marcel's expertise and the holistic, professional approach” by Triptherapie. The guidance is often described as highly skilled and empathetic: Marcel is fully present when needed, but also leaves the client alone when that is better. Clients do not feel judged and notice that Marcel senses exactly what the situation requires. This professional yet personal guidance enables clients to delve deep into their process, knowing that expert support is available if necessary.
Deep transformation and personal growth: Many reviews describe life-changing breakthroughs and insights gained thanks to Marcel's sessions. Clients report that after years of psychological issues or therapy, they finally made progress through their trip. A recurring example is that people are relieved of long-standing depressive feelings, anxiety or trauma. For example, a participant writes that he hardly felt any depression or anxiety after his session. Another indicates that her “fight-or-flight”-stress reaction completely disappeared after the trip. Couples also report positive results: a married couple who did four sessions together saw their repair the marriage and deepen their connection. People often speak of “the most beautiful experience of my life” which has changed them permanently. For example, a customer felt, as it were reborn and left old insecurities behind after the session. Such powerful transformations – from rediscovering the “inner child” to breaking years of negative patterns – are gratefully attributed to Marcel’s guidance. Many clients explicitly mention the experience. “life-changing” and a number say that a single well-guided trip had more effect than years of traditional therapy.
Recovery from psychological complaints: The reviews show that Marcel's sessions achieve success with various mental health problems. Clients with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, and burnout report significant improvement after their psychedelic journey with Marcel. A woman with years of depression and anxiety felt “reborn” after just one session and gave her life a resounding 8 out of 10. Another client with complex post-traumatic stress disorder described the MDMA session with Marcel as “a liberation”, during which she was finally able to accept herself and embrace herself lovingly. Difficult childhood traumas are also processed: for instance, a woman who had experienced prolonged abuse finally found peace and self-worth after her truffle ceremony at Marcel. These stories illustrate that even deep-seated psychological issues can be alleviated under Marcel's guidance. However, some reviews do mention that not every session is an immediate total breakthrough – sometimes extra integration time or a second session is needed to notice a lasting effect. However, even then, Marcel ensures good aftercare and expectation management, so that clients understand that healing is a process.
Quitting addictions: A striking number of experiences are about the overcoming addictions with the help of the sessions. Under Marcel's guidance, clients have quit smoking, alcohol, and other substances they had been addicted to for years. Some examples: one client says that after twenty years of nicotine addiction is finally able to quit smoking after his second session with Marcel. Others stopped using alcohol, sleeping pills, or cannabis immediately after their trip because the craving disappeared. For example, there is a review from someone who smoke-free for more than a year has been since the psilocybin session with Marcel. More serious addictions are also discussed: a review titled “Cocaine addiction gone after my Trip therapy” describes how a client overcame his cocaine addiction thanks to the guidance. These addiction success stories indicate that Marcel promotes not only psychological but also physical well-being – clients break destructive habits and regain a healthy lifestyle after the sessions.
Spiritual and unique experiences: In addition to therapeutic results, many clients also talk about the special, sometimes spiritual nature of their trip with Marcel. The trip itself is often described as intense and unique. Some participants had visionary experiences – from geometric patterns and colorful visuals to religiously tinged insights. One client, for example, described how during the trip he had a feeling of unity and connectedness experienced, in which he viewed his own problems as trivial and small in the larger scheme of things. Another saw images of Hindu gods and endless doors that symbolized new choices in his life. Yet another couple experienced an almost fairytale journey like in a Disney film, in which their life choices literally flashed before their eyes in scenes. These diverse visions are often experienced by the participants as deeply meaningful. Many clients mention the experience “spiritual”, “magical” or “ecstatic”. Despite the diversity in content, a common thread is that Marcel's attendance and music selection helps the participants navigate these intense visions. Even in moments of confusing or frightening images, clients managed to remain calm because Marcel gave them those basis of trust offered (source). In short, the reviews show that the sessions with Marcel can be not only therapeutic but also spiritually enriching, whereby people discover new dimensions of themselves.
Aftercare and lasting effects: Almost every reviewer emphasizes the good pre- and post-care that Marcel offers. Beforehand, he takes the time to discuss intentions, expectations, and any concerns together (sometimes including advice on nutrition and supplements). After the session Marcel shows genuine interest in how the client is doing. Several clients indicate that they months or even years later still benefit from the session and that Marcel remained available for questions or support. For instance, someone writes that he sent Marcel updates about his progress months after the trip – he was, for example Lost 56 kg and socially active again touched in the time following his truffle session. Another person reported still drawing strength from the experience four years after his ceremony. In cases where there was disappointment or after-effects, Marcel was also ready to help: one participant felt tension rising a few days after the trip, and Marcel explained that this could happen as part of the process before improvement sets in. It was also mentioned that someone who could not travel for a session due to corona immediate full refund received – a testament to customer focus. The general trend is that Marcel does not “disappear” after the session, but rather helps to integrate insights into daily life. This thorough aftercare and continued contact give clients confidence that they are not alone in their journey, which contributes to the positive reviews.
In short, the 119 forum reviews about Marcel paint a very positive and consistent picture. Customers experience Marcel as a skilled, empathetic, and reliable tripsitter who safely guides them through profound psychedelic journeys. They report diverse positive outcomes – from resolving depression and anxiety to breaking addictions and gaining spiritual insights – and attribute a large part of this success to Marcel's guidance. Negative experiences or criticism are hardly present in this group; at most, some indicate that a session had less effect than hoped, but this is often offset by the fact that Marcel helped them to push forward or draw the right lessons from it. The general sentiment is one of gratitude (“I am eternally grateful to you”,” writes one client (source)) and recommendations to others.
In addition to the extensive forum stories, Marcel is also praised outside of his own website. In Google Reviews about Triptherapie is Marcel mentioned by name in 12 reviews. These Google reviews – from clients who left their feedback on Google – confirm the picture from the forum reviews. People mention Marcel's calm, professional approach and indicate that they had a safe and special experience thanks to him. For example, Google reviews mention, among other things, “exceptional guidance” and that one ""felt in good hands at Marcel"The ratings on Google are unanimously high (usually 5 stars), with reviewers often personally thanking Marcel for the result achieved. Although the Google reviews are generally shorter than the forum posts, they echo the same key points: Marcel is a reliable and competent tripsitter who has made a big difference in the lives of his customers. These external reviews on Google show that satisfaction with Marcel is not only shared internally on Tripforum but is also confirmed more broadly publicly.
Conclusion: All collected experiences regarding Marcel, both on Triptherapie's own forum and via Google, paint an unequivocally positive picture. Customers feel safe, understood and excellently guided. Many achieve remarkable results – from overcoming mental health issues and addictions to deeper personal insights – and attribute this largely to Marcel's dedication and expertise. The consensus in over one hundred reviews is that Marcel is a dedicated and very experienced guide is during psychedelic sessions, someone who with passion and compassion helps people achieve their goals. This broad agreement among clients explains why Marcel and Triptherapie are generally so highly regarded in the psychedelic therapy community.