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An intimate in-person Returning to Wholeness Retreat among the majestic Red Rocks of Sedona, Arizona with Dr. Peter A Levine and his team of Somatic Experiencing® Practitioners.
VERY LIMITED CAPACITY
Covid precautions are in place - scroll down for more information
Move from Fixity to Flow
Never Give Up
No matter what is going on,
Never give up,
Develop your Heart
- His Holiness, the Dalai Lama
Welcome
During this 5-day and 6-night Returning to Wholeness Retreat, participants will be guided in an exploration of what their deepest desires in life are. And then what might be preventing them from manifesting these longings and goals.
During this retreat, we will examine how to embrace our experiences in the here and now.
In recent times the world has experienced layers of collective trauma; including relational stress, eco and political anxiety, and the threat of an invisible force (Covid-19). We have undergone shifts in normalcy that have prompted uncalculated life adjustments in our workplaces, social lives, and family connections. With stress, these abrupt changes can trigger old wounds that couple with current struggles and inhibit us from being fully present in our lives.
How do we help ourselves and also help others in these trying times?
Overcoming these obstacles will include:
Creating fresh goals and revisiting long lost dreams.
Countering our inner resistance to profound change.
Gaining the courage to navigate new pathways.
Paving a fulfilling future after deep loss, whether through separation or death.
Developing the skills to become a supportive anchor in our family/community.
Grounding to become a regulating force around the deep suffering of others.
Learning More about Somatic Experiencing® (for beginners & experts)
As we begin to move forward, let’s discover the obstacles together.
Dr. Levine and his team will support this inner exploration through small group work, dyadic exercises, individual sessions, and fireside chats which involve the theory of trauma healing and transformation. There will also be daily opportunities for stretching and movement meditations as well as walks and hikes in the nearby wilderness areas.
Please, join us in this intimate, a miracle of healing journey.
Includes
Small in-person group work w/ Dr. Levine
Intro to SE™ on-demand video w/ Dr. Levine
Trauma healing education & tools
Somatic Experiencing® exercises & discussion
Acupuncture and therapeutic bodywork
Daily movement, yoga, and sound meditations
A private session with a Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner
An outdoor Sedona excursion
Follow-up Care: three online post-retreat gatherings and a referral list of SE™ Practitioners who work in-person and online
Daily Amara Resort breakfasts (March 7th - 11th)
Daily Amara Resort buffet lunches (March 7th - 11th)
Two Amara Resort gourmet buffet dinners (March 6th & 11th)
For your remaining four dinners, we recommend you explore Sedona eateries, many within walking distance. Book your reservations a few weeks in advance since this is a resort town and it books up fast.
Opportunity to use the Spa at the Amara Resort (additional cost)
Scroll down for an example daily schedule.
Somatic Experiencing Trauma Informed Practitioner Team (in addition to Dr. Levine)
Shirley Impellizzeri, PhD, SEP - Psychologist, Attachment and Developmental Trauma
Lela Carney, LAc, SEP - Chinese & Functional Medicine, Autoimmune Diseases, Acupuncture
Barbara Collier, BSN, LPC, SEP - Developmental, Relational, and Intergenerational Trauma, Complex Physical Health Conditions, Chronic Pain, Grief and Loss Management, Equine Therapy
Laura Melton, CMP, SEP, CATC - NeuroAffective Touch, Pain Management, Attachment and Developmental Trauma
Sergio Ocampo, MA, LMFT, SEP, BEng, EMDR II - Marriage & Family Therapist, Developmental and Generational Trauma
Inge Sengelmann, LCSW, SEP, E-RYT - Clinical Social Worker, Eating Disorders, Yoga Teacher
More about daily Yoga: Inge's classes are trauma-sensitive, Somatic Experiencing® and Polyvagal Theory informed. They honor the individual's inner intelligence to guide them to be true to themselves and to chose what works for them within her offered suggestions. She promotes the idea that the pose should fit the body and encourages students not to force their bodies to fit an idea of what a pose "should" look like. The goal of Inge's classes is to promote inner awareness, enhance embodied capacity for self-regulation, and free the life force constricted by stress and trauma in a titrated way to prevent overwhelm. She will guide breath-led movements to accomplish those goals, and pause frequently for moments of self-reflection to allow for the digestion and regulation of metabolic and metaphysical energy. See schedule for more.
We look forward to spending these days with you.
Location
The Retreat gatherings & hosted meals are at the Amara Resort.
100 Amara Lane, Sedona, AZ 86336
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AMARA RESORT
Resort Amenities
Check-in 4pm/Check-out 1pm
5-days & 6-nights
Check-in March 6th & Check-out March 12th
We have pre-booked lodging to assure availability and the best rate. You can add days prior or post for an additional cost based on our group rate.
Cost
Retreat Activities + 12 Meals: $7,500 each
6 Nights King or Two Queens: $3,700 per room
(inquire if you’d prefer to stay offsite - lower rate)
Your lodging, meals, and retreat total will be: $11,200
*Portions of earnings from this retreat will go towards scholarships for SE Trainings.
Overall savings are available for couples, friends, or relatives that share a room. In registration, you can request a pairing to share a room with someone you know is coming or another retreat participant (room share and retreat total $9,350 each). Request for pairing with another retreat participant is not guaranteed - depends on if someone else requests this. We will do our best to accommodate.
Deposit
Registration deposit to hold your spot: $250
We will contact you to arrange your balance payment method of choice by credit card, wire transfer, PayPal, or check in the mail. Custom payment plans are available.
No Refunds: We are required to pay the expenses up-front and all payments are non-refundable
*You will receive a future credit for extenuating circumstances, like a positive Covid-19 test
Lodging packages are limited so book soon.
Pay your $250 DEPOSIT to hold your spot now
**We will ask about your dietary & other specific needs during registration
**All attendees must fill out their own registration form - one deposit per form
Who Should Attend
Those who are suffering from chronic stress, professional burnout, or a general lack of direction in life.
For couples, relatives, and those coming solo.
Somatic Experiencing students and SE Practitioners are welcome.
Age requirement: 18 and up
This retreat is not intended to treat active addiction or severe mental illness.
Please Read Carefully
Registration and attendance are confidential.
No recording or photographs.
Airport Shuttle
Phoenix to Sedona for $59 https://groometransportation.com/sedona/
Covid-19 Safety Protocol
Mask advisory will be announced closer to the date of the retreat.
All attendees must email/bring proof of a Covid-19 vaccine/booster or antibodies.
Please email a negative Covid-19 test 24 hours before the start of the retreat.
We ask that precautionary safety measures be taken 10-days before the retreat and during travel (masks and physical distance).
Bring two over-the-counter Covid-19 tests with you to take during the retreat.
Care for the health of Dr. Levine and fellow participants is a top priority.
Inquiries
Specific Questions about the Returning to Wholeness Retreat?
Text Management for a quick response: 760-815-7588
Or email m@somaticexperiencing.com
Returning to Wholeness Retreat presented by the Ergos Institute of Somatic Education
Sample Schedule (subject to evolution)
CHECK-IN MARCH 6th & CHECK-OUT MARCH 12TH
Morning and Afternoon Sessions include therapeutic work, experiential practice, education, outdoor activities, and group discussions. MORE details to come.
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ARIZONA TIME
Sunday March 6th
5pm – 6pm Welcome Gathering & Introductions
6pm – 7pm Hosted Dinner
7pm – 8:30pm Offering and Setting Intentions
Monday March 7th
8:30am – 9:10am Morning movement/yoga with Inge: Stability, Rising Rooted
9:10am – 10am Hosted Breakfast
10am – 11:30pm Morning Session with Peter
- An exploration of what your deepest desires in life
11:30am – 11:45am Hosted Tea Break
11:45am – 1pm Morning Session B with Peter
- What is trauma and how does it interfere with our lives over time?
1pm – 2pm Hosted Lunch
2:30pm – 3:45pm Afternoon Session A with SE Assistants and/or Peter
- Outdoor exploration activity TBD each day
(journaling, small group work, walks, hikes, bike riding, swimming)
3:45pm – 4pm Hosted Tea Break
4pm – 5pm Afternoon Session B with SE Assistants and/or Peter
- Small Breakout Groups
(bodywork, acupuncture, art, generational trauma, and more)
5pm – 5:30pm
Afternoon Session C with Peter
- Breakout Group Debrief
5:30pm – 7:30pm Independent Dinner
7:30pm – 8:20pm TBD
8:30pm – 9pm Mats & Calming Music
Tuesday March 8th
8am – 8:30am Morning movement/yoga with Inge: Empowerment, Centered and Strong
8:30am – 10am Hosted Breakfast
10am – 11:30pm Morning Session A with Peter
- What might be preventing us from manifesting these longings and goals
11:30am – 11:45am Hosted Tea Break
11:45am – 1pm Morning Session B with Peter
- Processing Group
1pm – 2pm Hosted Lunch
2pm – 2:30pm Rest Break
2:30pm – 3:45pm Afternoon Session A with SE Assistants and/or Peter
- Outdoor exploration activity TBD each day
(journaling, small group work, walks, hikes, bike riding, swimming)
3:45pm – 4:00pm Hosted Tea Break
4:00pm – 5pm Afternoon Session B with SE Assistants and/or Peter
- Small Breakout Groups
(bodywork, acupuncture, art, generational trauma, and more)
5pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Session C with Peter
- Breakout Group Debrief
5:30pm – 7:30pm Independent Dinner
7:30pm – 8:20pm TBD
Wednesday March 9th
8am – 8:30am Morning movement TBD
8:30am – 10am Hosted Breakfast
10am – 11:15pm Morning Session A Lesson with Peter
- Processing Group
11:15am – 11:30am Hosted Tea Break
11:30am – 12pm Morning Session B Lesson with Peter
- Group Debrief
12pm – 1pm Hosted Lunch
1pm - 1:30pm Rest Break
1:30pm - 6pm Off-site Outdoor Excursion with Group
6pm – 8:30pm Independent Dinner
8:30pm – 9:15pm Restorative Yoga with Inge: Compassion, Open-hearted/Self-Love
Thursday March 10th
8am – 8:30am Morning movement/yoga with Inge: Expression, Reclaiming Your Voice
8:30am – 10am Hosted Breakfast
10am – 11:30pm Morning Session A Lesson with Peter
- Processing Group
11:30am – 11:45am Hosted Tea Break
11:45am – 1pm Morning Session B Lesson with Peter
- Processing Group
1pm – 2pm Hosted Lunch
2pm – 2:30pm Rest Break
2:30pm – 3:45pm Afternoon Session A with SE Assistants and/or Peter
- Outdoor exploration activity TBD each day
(journaling, small group work, walks, hikes, bike riding, swimming)
3:45pm – 4:00pm Hosted Tea Break
4:00pm – 5pm Afternoon Session B with SE Assistants and/or Peter
- Small Breakout Groups
(bodywork, acupuncture, art, generational trauma, and more)
5pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Session C with Peter
- Breakout Group Debrief
5:30pm – 7:30pm Independent Dinner
7:30pm – 8:20pm TBD
8:30pm – 9pm Mats & Calming Music
Friday March 11th
8am – 8:30am Morning movement/yoga with Inge: Intuition, Clear Mind of Wisdom
8:30am – 9:30am Hosted Breakfast
9:30am - 12:30pm Off-site Outdoor Excursion with Group
12:30pm - 1pm Rest Break
1pm – 2pm Hosted Lunch
2pm – 2:30pm Rest Break
2:30pm – 3:45pm Afternoon Session A with SE Assistants and/or Peter
- Outdoor exploration activity TBD each day
(journaling, small group work, walks, hikes, bike riding, swimming)
3:45pm – 4:00pm Hosted Tea Break
4:00pm – 5pm Afternoon Session B with SE Assistants and/or Peter
- Small Breakout Groups
(bodywork, acupuncture, art, generational trauma, and more)
5pm – 5:30pm Afternoon Session C with Peter
- Breakout Group Debrief
5:30pm – 6pm Rest Break
6pm – 7:30pm Hosted Dinner
7:30pm – 8:30pm Group Circle
8:30pm – Dancing Optional
Amara Spa Services
Contact Spa 4-weeks in advance to book an appointment: 928.282.6088
Spa Services
To accommodate the Wholeness Retreat Schedule:
Afternoon Spa Appointments, book Sunday before 4pm or Monday - Friday 1:15pm - 2:15pm
Evening Spa Appointments, please do not book March 6th, 9th, or 11th
Explore Nearby
Uptown Sedona Mall
Midgley Bridge
Broken Arrow Trailhead
Sunset Trail
Chapel of the Holy Cross
Sugarloaf Mountain Trailhead
Sedona Art Center
Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village
Kuivato Gallery
Mountain Trails Galleries
Lanning Gallery
Exposures International Fine Art Gallery
Returning to Wholeness Retreat presented by the Ergos Institute of Somatic Education