Reclaim your innate resilience through mindful healing practices in nurturing, trauma-informed retreat settings worldwide
Anonymous says, "Highly recommend Arkana Amazon – As a solo female traveler, everything felt safe from the accommodations, the facilitators and staff, and even the individuals called to the facility during the week I was there." See more
Carrie says, "My experience at Soltara was absolutely incredible and the small group of people I spent a week with now feel like lifelong friends. Soltara grounds and accommodations are both beautiful and peaceful, which supported our needs to relax, connect, and have some down time if we needed it." See more
Maria says, "The experience was unique and every aspect of it was helpful. Thanks you brothers and sisters, it was an honor to heal together. Thank you Lisa, Thank you Miguel." See more
scott says, "He is so loving and attentive in Ceremony. Often asking how you are connecting to the medicine. Always checking and offering advice on how to really connect deeply." See more
Zuleika says, "I’m48 yeas young from The Bronx. I have been smoking weed for over 28 years. I was depressed overwhelmed with the chatter in my head.my brain was on overload. This place is exactly what I am looking for in my life." See more
Hillary says, "Before coming here, I was in one of the darkest places I’ve ever known. I had lost all sense of hope, connection, and joy, and I truly didn’t see a way forward." See more
Sabrina says, "Highly recommend, all around best retreat ever - so thankful, words can’t express how truly magical this place is 💕" See more
Anonymous says, "Compassionate. Supportive. Wholistic. Healing. " See more
Barry says, "I can't rate this experience highly enough. Tao is incredibly attentive. He took great care to understand what I was looking for and hoping to achieve. He clearly took time to consider how I personally process the world and gave me multiple options based on the various things I was looking to address." See more
Anonymous says, "I write this 3 months after completing the retreat... Nestled in the serene mountain landscape, under the stars, this ayahuasca retreat provided an ideal environment for a profound and life-changing experience." See more
Trauma-focused retreat prices typically range from USD $1,600 to $5,450 for multi-day programs, with most falling between USD $1,900 and $4,500. The average cost per day spans from USD $220 to $562, with programs generally lasting 5-8 days. Specialized trauma retreats incorporating modalities like EMDR, breathwork, and plant medicine tend toward the middle of this range. More affordable options include trauma-informed group programs in Portugal and Costa Rica (around USD $126-188 per day), while luxury accommodations or private sessions in destinations like Costa Rica or the Netherlands command premium prices.
Trauma healing retreats create a carefully structured container for deep emotional work, typically spanning 3-7 days in a peaceful setting away from daily triggers. Most retreats begin with establishing safety protocols and building group trust through gentle sharing circles. Traditional Indigenous healing modalities often weave together with modern somatic practices - participants might experience bodywork, breathwork, movement therapy, or ceremonial practices depending on the retreat's cultural framework. These gatherings honor each person's unique healing timeline while providing skilled support for processing difficult memories and emotions.
A typical day flows between gentle morning practices like meditation or yoga, facilitated group sessions for emotional processing, and periods of rest or integration in nature. Some retreats incorporate specific modalities like EMDR, somatic experiencing, or traditional plant medicines (where legal). Expert facilitators maintain strong emotional boundaries while creating space for both individual and collective healing. Rather than forcing catharsis, these retreats allow natural unwinding of trauma patterns while teaching practical tools for nervous system regulation and emotional resilience that participants can take home.
Safety remains paramount - reputable retreats conduct thorough medical and psychological screening beforehand, maintain appropriate participant-to-facilitator ratios, and have emergency protocols in place. The work happens in layers, with participants choosing their engagement level. Many find that simply being in a trauma-informed environment with others on similar journeys creates profound shifts. Each person's innate healing wisdom guides their process, supported by skilled facilitators who understand both the science of trauma and time-tested pathways for reconnecting with inherent wholeness.