Testimonials

I started developing a drinking habit back in my teenage years, and it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster ride through my mid-40s. About three or four years ago, I heard about ibogaine treatment but didn’t follow up on it. A year ago, I tried a 30-day in-patient rehab. It was a comfortable experience, but I didn’t really connect with the approach. I managed to quit drinking for a few months, but the cravings eventually crept back in, and before I knew it, drinking was part of my routine again.

In July 2024, I finally decided to check out Iboga Farmers (“EI”). During the intake process, I faced a bit of a hurdle when I didn’t pass my EKG. The staff was so caring; the administrator, who is also the owner, drove me to a Stanford-trained cardiologist in Tijuana for a second opinion. Unfortunately, I bombed that EKG too, which meant I wasn’t eligible for ibogaine treatment at that moment.

I was really disappointed because I felt mentally ready to dive into the treatment. I even considered asking if I could take ibogaine elsewhere, but of course, that wasn’t possible. The owner was genuinely helpful and offered to connect me with other alternative treatment options that wouldn’t have the same cardiac risks.

I decided to see the same cardiologist the next day, and when I returned to EI to gather my things, I felt compelled to make a partial payment for all the care I had received—good meals, a comfortable stay, and excellent medical support. But the team at EI refused to take any payment! Honestly, even if my journey had ended there, I would have rated EI five stars for their kindness and integrity. It’s hard to put into words how welcoming and caring the atmosphere is; it’s really about the patients and their well-being rather than finances.

Fortunately, the next day, the cardiologist fit me in for an echocardiogram, and I passed! My heart function was good for my age. However, I had some commitments coming up that prevented me from returning to EI right away. But two weeks later, I was back.

The ibogaine treatment was a surprisingly positive experience for me. I did have some concerns about facing darker moments, and while there were some uncomfortable things to confront during the peak of the experience, it was entirely manageable and really impactful. Leading up to that peak, I found myself laughing a lot—often at the absurdity of my inner thoughts. Overall, while it wasn’t a party, it definitely wasn’t a negative experience either.

The morning after the treatment, I woke up feeling so revitalized. I stepped outside to work out, and everything felt different—the sunshine was brighter, and the ocean breeze was incredible. Honestly, I hadn’t felt that good while sober in what felt like forever.

Iboga Farmers has truly given me a fresh perspective and renewed hope, and I’m grateful for the journey.

Later that morning, I had my DMT experience. After the first hit, my mind was a bit resistant. I felt really paranoid, and as soon as I came down from the trip, I immediately declared “no más” to any further doses. Thankfully, the environment was super safe, and my guide was an incredibly caring person. Even though I was told not to fight it, my ego wasn’t having it. But then, about 30 seconds later, I started to feel okay again and decided I wanted to dive back in with a bigger dose. I’m so glad I did; it turned out to be one of the most profound experiences of my life.

Honestly, it’s tough to put into words. I feel like I don’t have the right vocabulary to truly capture what I saw and felt, and trying to describe it feels almost disrespectful because my words can’t do it justice. But I will share how I feel: either I encountered something real—my first spiritual experience—or I’m just in awe of the incredible capabilities of the human mind, particularly my own. At this point, I’m not sure which is more significant; either way, it’s fundamentally changed how I feel and interact with the world.

After I left the facility, I found myself at an airport bar for hours due to a flight delay. I just sat there, watching the colorful drinks being mixed up and served with such indifference. It’s now been three weeks since then, and I’ve been traveling through places known for their rich wine and beer culture. Surprisingly, I haven’t had any cravings and don’t feel like I’m missing out at all, even though it used to be a drinking paradise for me. The difference from how I felt when I left rehab is staggering—back then, I would go to bars or restaurants and want to drink, but now I truly don’t care or want to drink at all.

I’ve been waking up early, going for walks at sunrise, working out hard, and feeling mentally clear and productive in both my work and leisure. I’m even reading more instead of just listening to audiobooks, and playing more music rather than podcasts while I work out. I stopped taking my sleeping and antidepressant medications about a week before the treatment, and I don’t plan on going back to them. I feel better than I have in a long time! Just to be honest, I haven’t been sleeping much—around 3 to 5 hours a night—but I don’t feel tired at all. It’s been about a month since I stopped the sleeping pills, and I’m not sure if I’m still adjusting or if I genuinely don’t need as much sleep now that I’m not waking up hungover.

It’s only been three weeks, but I can’t recommend EI enough! For whatever reason, this approach really resonated with me, and I was actually looking forward to it, while rehab felt more like a form of punishment. This treatment really suited my personality and played into my desire to let my mind heal proactively, with some chemical support, rather than following a strict program.

I’d love to help anyone who’s curious, so if you want a reference, EI knows I’m open to connecting with anyone. Wishing you all the best!