Return your body to its natural rhythm.

Somatic healing practices to connect you to your ancient wisdom

  • Somatic healing expands our conscious Self, greatly improving our mental, emotional, physical + spiritual well-being.

  • When we are truly connected to our body (a.k.a. soma); we are connected to our innate intelligence + our conscious source of healing wisdom.

  • The mind-body-spirit has stored imprints of unresolved, overwhelming experiences (even generational ones) that in-turn become the narrator of our core beliefs, coping behaviours, + nervous system dysfunction.

  • Somatic work is able to bring healing to the root of 'stuck', unconscious patterns in the mind-body that prevent us from accessing our authentic state of living, so that we can repair + empower our lives.

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The Experience

What to expect at a somatic healing retreat

Why Somatic Healing?

Sacred shifts through somatic awareness.

Healing happens in the body + the body is the physical vessel through which human consciousness is experienced. You cannot separate the spirit from the biology that houses it; therefore, altering the state of the body fundamentally alters the state of the soul. When we work with the nervous system in somatic healing, we are directly working with the antenna that connects you to yourself, others, and the universe.

Cacao Ceremony

A heart-opening healing experience.

Ceremonial cacao contains a unique combination of natural compounds that actively support somatic + spiritual expansion. It is a pure form of chocolate, often referred to as the "Food of the Gods". This gentle, non-psychedelic plant medicine bridges physical sensation with deep emotional release. Accompanied by intentional healing music + reiki, working with mama cacao in ceremony takes participants on a deep inner journey of their heart.

Shamanic Journey

It's time to retrieve a part of your soul.

In shamanic + spiritual traditions, "soul loss" occurs when a part of the vital essence (soul) leaves the body to survive an overwhelming experience. A shamanic soul retrieval journey is used to recover fragmented pieces of vital energy, emotional capacity, + authentic identity that were lost during past traumas/overwhelm. When a person feels chronically empty, numb, or fundamentally disconnected from their purpose, it is often because parts of their psyche remain frozen in the past. The journey serves as an intentional process to track down, heal, and reintegrate those exiled parts so they can return to full psychological + spiritual wholeness.

Retreat FAQs

  • Where is the retreat located?

    The Mode School is located in Scotland, Ontario (near Brantford). We are located on a private 1/2 acre property in the country.

  • What should I bring on retreat?

    Once registered, you will receive an email with a list of what to bring (i.e. water, journal, pillow, blanket, face mask/scarf for journeying). If you have questions before registering, please email us at [email protected]

  • Is the Cacao safe for everyone?

    Cacao is generally safe for most, however in ceremonial doses it is important to note the following contraindications, it is best to avoid if: MAOI Antidepressants, Severe Heart Conditions, Bleeding Disorders, IBS. Even without ingesting the Cacao, you will still benefit from the energy of the ceremony itself.

  • What to know about the space set up.

    The retreat takes place in the air conditioned studio space on soft thick mats on the floor. The studio has a washroom inside + there is an additional washroom at the back of the studio. Participants can go outside on break or whenever they need to during retreat.

  • Inclement Weather

    Only winter weather poses an issue. If a retreat is cancelled due to weather, participants can transfer their spot to an upcoming retreat.

  • Do I need to have experience with healing to attend?

    No experience is necessary. Come solo or with a friend(s). Know that everyone will be fully welcomed into the space + completely supported throughout their day + healing journey.

  • Is the retreat payment refundable?

    Unfortunately, due to the limited spaces we are unable to offer refunds.

  • Is the food dietary friendly?

    I always have dairy-free, gluten-free options for snack. There is also tea, coffee, hot chocolate + water available in the studio for all participants.