LINDSAY LOHAN
AYAHUASCA
How Ayahuasca Changed Lindsay Lohan's Life
Lindsay Lohan experiences Ayahuasca
Lindsay Lohan, once known for her rise to fame in Hollywood, is one of many celebrities that have openly spoken about her transformative experiences with ayahuasca, the powerful Amazonian plant medicine. In interviews, she has credited ayahuasca with helping her release deep emotional pain and shift her perspective on life, describing it as a profound healing journey. Through her life, Lindsay Lohan has had a number of ups and downs both personally and professionally. She had variety of legal issues spanning over 8 years that resulted in probation and community service, which she finished in 2015. Lindsay noted then that she was ready to turn her life around. After suffering a miscarriage on her shown 'Lindsay' on the OWN network, she wanted to rid herself of traumas and heal.
Like many others who have turned to this sacred medicine, Lohan’s experience highlights ayahuasca’s potential to facilitate emotional breakthroughs, trauma healing, and spiritual awakening. As conversations about plant medicine continue to enter mainstream culture, more people are seeking safe and supportive environments to explore its benefits.
For those inspired by Lindsay Lohan’s story and curious about embarking on their own journey with ayahuasca, New Life Rising offers an authentic ayahuasca retreat experiences in the USA & Costa Rica. Our retreat provides a safe and sacred space for deep healing, guided by facilitators with over a decades worth of experience, and who honor the sacred ancient traditions of ayahuasca. Set in a serene natural environment, our program integrates complementary healing modalities such as yoga, meditation, and group integration sessions to help participants process their experiences.Whether you’re seeking emotional healing, clarity, or a renewed sense of purpose, New Life Rising is dedicated to supporting you on your path to transformation.
Ayahuasca Retreat in the United States
10+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
TRADITIONAL & AUTHENTIC AYAHAUSCA EXPERIENCES
New Life Rising is excited to be bringing our ayahausca retreats to the United States in 2026. We have been serving medicine in Costa Rica since 2014 and have been traditionally trained by master ayahuasqueros in Iquitos, Peru.
Starting in April of 2026, we will be offering our immersive ayahausca retreats in the United States. Subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to receive updates on our new offerings and locations.
Lindsay Lohan's Experience with Ayahausca:
"I worked with a shaman doing a cleanse. It was a really eye opening experience with ayahuasca. It was really intense. I saw my whole life in front of me. and I had to let go past things I was trying to hold on to that were dark in my life. I saw myself die, it was insane. I saw myself being born and I feel very different since that, being okay with the wreckage of my past and letting that go."
"When I tried it, I felt crazy, as if I was reborn. IIts was as if I had completely left behind the weights that I myself had created in my past and now I am only looking forward. It is a unique experience and it's changed my life, I'm not going to screw this up again, ever," said Lindsay Lohan.
Ayahuasca Retreats in the USA: New Life Rising's Launch in 2026
New Life Rising, an established provider of transformative retreats, is set to bring our ayahuasca retreats to the United States beginning in 2026. With over a decade of experience in Costa Rica, we have built our program on the pillars of safety, intimacy, tradition and integration. This expansion aims to make ayahuasca more accessible domestically, eliminating the need for international travel while adhering to legal and ethical standards. New Life Rising's United Sates retreats will offer a unique opportunity for US citizens to experience ayahusca in an authentic way without having to travel abroad to Costa Rica or Peru.
What Sets New Life Rising Apart:
What sets New Life Rising apart is our commitment to the immersion of the experience, approaching ayahuasca with patience, respect, reverence and intention. Healing cannot be rushed, and unlike most ayahuasca retreats in the United States that cram 2 or 3 ceremonies into a weekend, we offer the time to truly process experiences with a day of rest between ceremonies, offering integration circles and continued support after the retreat ends. This approach includes experienced facilitators, group sharing sessions, and post-retreat resources, ensuring participants can integrate insights and sustain positive changes in daily life.
What to Expect
A THOUGHTFULLY PREPARED EXPERIENCE FROM START TO FINISH
From preparation to integration and everything in between, we've considered every element to maximize the benefit of ayhausca through blending ancient healing wisdom and modern therapeutic practices.
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What is your booking policy?First, take a look at our schedule and see which retreat dates work best for you. From there, reach out to schedule a medical screening. Once approved, we will provide you all the booking instructions. A 50% deposit is required to reserve your spot.
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What is your cancellation policy?If you cancel more than 60 days from the retreat start date, then your deposit is eligible for a full refund minus processing fees. If you cancel between 30 – 60 days, the deposit is nonrefundable but can be transferred toward a future retreat within 1 year subject to availability. If you cancel less than 30 days from the start date of the retreat your deposit will be forfeited.
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Where is your refund policy?There will be a 10% fee for all cancellations and refunds to cover processing fees. Once the retreat has started no refunds will be issued.
Ayahuasca in the United States: Legal Status, RFRA Protections, and Retreat Opportunities
Ayahuasca, a traditional plant-based brew originating from the Amazon rainforest, has gained increasing recognition for its potential in personal growth, emotional healing, and spiritual exploration. In the United States, its use navigates a complex legal landscape, balanced by protections under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA). This guide explores ayahuasca's background, legal framework, key developments, and emerging retreat options, including New Life Rising's planned U.S. expansion in 2026.
What is Ayahuasca?
Ayahuasca is a ceremonial brew traditionally used by indigenous communities in South America for centuries. It combines the Banisteriopsis caapi vine with Psychotria viridis leaves, resulting in a potent mixture that includes dimethyltryptamine (DMT), a naturally occurring psychedelic compound. Participants often report profound insights, emotional release, and a sense of connection during guided ceremonies. While ayahuasca remains classified under federal law as containing a Schedule I substance, its application in sincere religious or therapeutic contexts continues to evolve, offering pathways for safe and meaningful experiences.
The Role of RFRA in Protecting Ayahuasca Use
The Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA), enacted in 1993, plays a pivotal role in safeguarding religious practices involving ayahuasca in the U.S. RFRA prohibits the federal government from substantially burdening an individual's sincere religious exercise unless it serves a compelling governmental interest and is the least restrictive means of achieving it. This legislation has enabled certain religious groups to obtain exemptions for ayahuasca use, emphasizing respect for spiritual traditions while addressing public safety concerns. As a result, RFRA provides a legal foundation for communities to incorporate ayahuasca into their practices, fostering an environment where faith-based healing can thrive without undue interference.
Ancient Knowledge
Peruvian Traditions Meet Western Culture
We are honored to have been passed down traditions and medicine songs through generations of healers from both Peruvian Indigenous and Western decent. This unique position allows us to bridge the two words, blending cultures and bringing ancient wisdom to our participants without cultural barriers or the need for translators. Our ceremonies reflect a deep reverence and respect for Peruvian Mestizo traditions and the linages through which we were trained.
As a husband-and-wife team, we bring a harmonious balance of feminine and masculine energies into the ceremonial space. Matthew offers a grounded sacred masculine energy, while Jeanae embodies a compassionate and divine femininity, beautifully blending these complementary polarities. During the ceremonies, they both contribute their voice and musical talent to the Icaros and accompanying instruments.
THE AYAHUASCA CEREMONY
TRADITIONALLY TRAINED GUIDES
Our ceremonies guide you through the Ayahuasca experience in a safe and therapeutic atmosphere that encourages each participant to explore and journey within themselves, to confront the darkness, and embrace the light. It is only through this duality and embracing all parts of ourselves that we can truly know ourselves and find balance.
Our Ayahuasqueros Matt and Jeanae lead all of our ceremonies. Matt has been involved with plant medicine since 2011, initially with Ibogaine in Mexico (featured on HBO's VICE), and later in Costa Rica. Jeanae was introduced to Ayahuasca in 2014 and shortly after they both felt called to go deeper and learn more about the traditional practices of Ayahuasca, so they started traveling to Peru and began an apprenticeship under famed shaman Don Ron Wheelock.
Matt and Jeanae have completed many master plant dietas, have facilitated hundreds of ceremonies, and have evolved into strong and compassionate ceremonial leaders.
Our ceremonies are performed in darkness and are guided by Icaros, or medicine songs. Each ceremony begins with cleansing rituals to prepare the space. From there, the night is guided through Matthew's powerful Icaros accompanied by Jeanae and a variety of other instruments.
Matt and Jeanae drink Ayahuasca at every ceremony so they can navigate and guide the energy of the space. A minimum of 2 additional helpers are always there to assist as needed.
Ayahuasca Costa Rica Ceremonies can help you tap into your own power and heal your pain.
INCLUSIVITY & ACCEPTANCE
ALL ARE EMBRACED
Welcome to our inclusive Ayahuasca retreat Costa Rica, a sanctuary that embraces individuals from all walks of life, regardless of their religious affiliation, sexual orientation, class, or race. We believe that diversity enriches our collective experience, and we strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where everyone can explore the profound depths of Ayahuasca's transformative power.
We cultivate a space that encourages vulnerability, openness, and authentic self-expression. Here, you will find a supportive community that celebrates the uniqueness of each individual, fostering deep connections and shared growth.
Whether you are embarking on this journey for healing, self-discovery, or spiritual exploration, our Ayahuasca Costa Rica retreat offers a haven where you can feel truly seen, heard, and embraced. It is our promise to provide an equal, compassionate, and therapeutic environment for every guest who comes to our center.
Your physical and emotional safety are our highest priority.
While ayahuasca is safe when used properly, there are a few medical conditions and medications that are contraindicated with ayahuasca. Every participant is asked to complete a medical questionnaire over the phone to ensure the safety of our ayahuasca retreats. In case of emergency, Matt and Jeanae are certified in CPR and have training with the use of our AED (Automated External Defibrillator). We are 25 minutes from a medical center.
Our small groups enable us to provide quality service and attention to every guest. Each ceremony is supported by 4 team members : Our ayahuasqueros, Matthew and Jeanae, who drink ayahuasca with each group to help guide the experience and 2 additional helpers, who do not drink during the ceremony and are there to assist any participant that may require attention. A male responds to the men and a female responds to the women, ensuring that everyone feels safe and comfortable during such a vulnerable and emotional experience.