Love That Lasts Gottman couples workshop

Retreat Highlights

• A Luxurious Weekend to Strengthen Your Relationship
• Are you tired of having the same arguments? Do you miss the closeness, fun, and connection you once shared?
• Join us for a transformative weekend designed to help couples deepen their bond, strengthen intimacy, and build a lasting foundation of love. Based on Dr. John Gottman’s groundbreaking research, this retreat brings The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work to life in a peaceful, restorative setting.
• Why Attend?
• ✔ Reconnect & Reignite – Rediscover what brought you together and learn how to keep your love strong.
• ✔ Improve Communication & Manage Conflict – Gain practical tools to navigate challenges with clarity, compassion, and understanding.
• ✔ Deepen Intimacy & Romance – Strengthen emotional and physical connection in meaningful ways.
• ✔ Create a Lasting Partnership – Build shared meaning and a grounded vision for your future together.
• Whether you’re engaged, newly married, or decades into your relationship, this retreat is for any couple ready to invest in their love. If your relationship is thriving, you’ll strengthen what’s already working. If you’re facing challenges, you’ll leave with a clear and supportive roadmap forward.
• A Luxury Experience in a Breathtaking Setting
• Nestled in the Columbia River Gorge, The Society Hotel offers cozy accommodations, a tranquil spa, and nourishing meals—the perfect environment for rest, reflection, and reconnection.
• This exclusive retreat is intentionally limited to 10 couples, ensuring an intimate and high-quality experience.
• Location: Bingen, Washington (just a short drive from Portland, OR)
• Dates: Friday, December 11 – Sunday, December 13, 2026
• Space is limited to 10 couples to maintain an intimate, high-quality experience.
• Investment (Based on Lodging Choice)
• 🏡 Standard Queen Room (Schoolhouse, shared bathroom) – $1,950
• 🏡 Standard King Room (Schoolhouse, shared bathroom) – $1,995
• 🏡 Double Queen Cabin with Private Patio – $2,350
• To register, select your preferred lodging option and contact me directly. We will guide you through the next steps and answer any questions.
• Cancellation & Refund Policy
• We understand that life circumstances can change, and we aim to be fair and transparent while honoring the planning, preparation, and limited availability of this retreat.
• Because this retreat is limited to only 10 couples and includes reserved lodging, meals, and materials, the following policy applies:
• Before August 1, 2026
• Full refund minus a $150 administrative processing fee per couple.
• August 1 – October 1, 2026
• 50% refund of total retreat payment.
• After October 1, 2026
• No refunds are available.
• Transfers
• If you are unable to attend after October 1, 2026, you may transfer your reservation to another couple (subject to facilitator approval) or apply your registration toward a future workshop, if available.
• Special Circumstances
• In cases of serious illness, family emergencies, or other significant unforeseen events, partial credit toward a future retreat may be considered at the facilitator’s discretion.
• All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing via email. Refunds are based on the original payment amount, excluding non-refundable fees.

About this Retreat

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Ivana

Ivana Maclay

Ivana is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the Oregon Board of Licensed Counselors & Therapists, specializing in relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, and major life transitions. Her greatest passion is supporting couples and individuals in navigating relationship challenges, improving communication, and rekindling intimacy. She integrates a variety of evidence-based approaches, including the Gottman Method Couples Therapy, EMDR, IFS, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment Theory, Mindfulness, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Ivana works collaboratively with clients to identify patterns that lead to defensiveness or feeling “not heard,” and develops practical strategies for positive change. In addition to her clinical work, Ivana draws inspiration from nature as a source of well-being and resilience. She is an advocate of mindfulness, cold water immersion, and connecting with the natural world as a way to build strength and presence—practices she weaves into her retreats to help couples slow down, reconnect, and restore balance. Ivana has completed advanced training in EMDR, Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Levels I & II), and holds a Master of Science in Psychology with a focus on couple, family, and individual psychotherapy. Her warm, accepting approach creates a safe space for participants to explore, grow, and rediscover connection with themselves and their partners.

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