Information and external support services for individuals experiencing psychological or emotional difficulties after meditation practice.
Support for Distress After a Vipassana Retreat

Cheetah House is a nonprofit based in Providence, Rhode Island, that offers evidence-based support and resources for people struggling with adverse experiences related to meditation, contemplative practices, or participation in unhealthy spiritual communities.
It provides education, clinical consultations, support groups, and training for clinicians and meditation teachers to help individuals understand and recover from meditation-related difficulties.
It provides education, clinical consultations, support groups, and training for clinicians and meditation teachers to help individuals understand and recover from meditation-related difficulties.

Cheetah House is a nonprofit organization that supports individuals experiencing adverse psychological effects from meditation and other contemplative practices. It provides education, resources, and clinical guidance to promote informed consent and safer, individualized approaches to meditation.
This page provides urgent guidance and support options for people experiencing mental health difficulties, particularly those in crisis.
