Break the Pain Cycle 5 day Chronic Pain Recovery Retreat: Neuroplasticity, PRT & Yoga on the Beach in Mahahual, Mexico Copy

Vivid Shift: A Neuroscience-Backed Chronic Pain Recovery Retreat

If you are exhausted from endlessly "managing" chronic pain and feel ready for true, lasting recovery, Vivid Shift offers a new path forward. This immersive retreat is not just an escape—it is a powerfully effective, evidence-based foundation designed to help you break the pain cycle and reclaim your life. By combining the proven framework of Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) with deep nervous system regulation, we give you the practical tools and expert guidance to retrain your brain's response to pain. Set on pristine, secluded, and tranquil shores, we provide a sanctuary where you can disconnect from the noise of daily life to reconnect with your body. Our goal is to empower you to move from a life of restriction to one of vivid possibility and joy, supported by the rhythm of the ocean and the neuroscience of recovery.

Rebuilding the Connection

Do you feel disconnected from your body? Living with chronic pain often feels like a constant negotiation. You limit your movement to avoid symptoms. You hesitate to make plans. Over time, the relationship with your body shifts from trust to protection.

The Vivid Shift Retreat is an invitation to rebuild that connection. Designed for individuals navigating chronic pain, this retreat offers more than just relaxation — it offers a foundational roadmap to reclaiming your agency. We'll teach you how to shift from a state of fear to one of neural safety and physical capability.

Our Three-Pillar Approach

We believe true recovery requires addressing the mind, the body, and the nervous system simultaneously. This retreat is a catalyst for your long-term journey, focusing on:

Pillar 1: Foundations of Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT): Guided by an Advanced PRT Practitioner, this is the core of our program. You will learn the new science of pain and gain practical tools to begin retraining your brain. PRT works by restoring an over-active pain control system back to normal. These methods will be tailored to fit your unique symptoms and experiences, ensuring you leave with a personalized program to continue your practice at home.

Pillar 2: Nervous System Regulation: True healing begins when the body feels safe. Through guided breathwork, restorative yoga, Yoga Nidra, and targeted somatic practices, we actively train your brain to calm an overactive nervous system. These daily, intentional practices help you shift out of the chronic "fight or flight" response that often accompanies persistent pain. By learning to gently tune into your body's subtle signals, you will build a powerful toolkit for self-soothing and deep relaxation. Our quiet, secluded beach setting naturally supports this down-regulation, providing the perfect environment for these somatic practices to take deep root.

Pillar 3: Functional Movement: Movement is medicine, but we understand that starting can feel uncertain. Our Rehabilitation Movement Specialist guides you through gentle yet powerful isometric holds and intentional movements that prioritize safety and control. These techniques allow you to build strength while staying within your comfort zone. Together, we will show your body—and your nervous system—that you are strong and capable of moving with confidence and playfulness once again.


Is This Retreat Right For Me?

This experience is specifically designed for those ready to move beyond pain "management" and start on the path of recovery.

This retreat is for you if:
• You have experienced pain such as back, neck, joint, migraines, headaches, RSI, fibromyalgia or other pain for six months or more.
• You’ve tried everything and nothing has worked.
• You feel "stuck" in your recovery, and are ready to try a totally new approach.
• You are curious about the neuroscience of pain and how you can use it to help you.
• You want a personalized roadmap and practical tools to continue your recovery at home.
• You are looking for a supportive environment of people who truly "get it."

Unsure if this is right for you? Want to learn more about our approach? Book your free 30-minute consultation with our Pain Reprocessing Therapy practitioner at www.shiftyourpain.com

This retreat may not be for you if:
• Your pain is caused by an acute injury, active infection, or malignancy that requires immediate medical intervention.
• You are not currently in a place where you can engage in gentle movement or group discussions.
• You are looking for a traditional vacation without an educational or therapeutic component.


The Vivid Shift retreat is a powerful start to your recovery journey. While recovery times vary, most people see improvements within a few months. This immersive experience provides the ideal environment to shift your perspective and begin the work.

Come ready to learn, ready to rest, and ready to shift.

Disclaimer & Scope of Practice: This is a coaching and educational retreat, not a medical or psychological treatment. While led by a Ph.D. and Advanced PRT Practitioner, we do not diagnose or treat medical conditions. Acceptance into the retreat is finalized following an intake review and evaluation call to ensure our neuroplasticity-based approach is the right fit for your needs. Deposits will be refunded if this is not a good fit for you and your symptoms.