Some retreat themes we offer regularly.  They are described below.

Creating Spiritual Abundance in Hard Times

Trying times are not defined by economic hardship alone, but by experiences of disappointment or loss. Paraphrasing Viktor Frankl: How do we find a why to live, so that we can live with any how? We’ll use sandtray and story to help you find your story of abundance.

Forgiving Ourselves and Others

When we’ve been betrayed by someone we trusted we deserve the peace that comes through forgiving. This is especially true when we have betrayed – and need to forgive – ourselves. But it is easy to get stuck in the forgiveness process and not know how to move forward. We’ll come to a deeper understanding of the principles of forgiveness and apply them to an issue of your choice.

Coping with Loss and Disappointment

Sometimes our losses are obvious, as when we lose a loved one. Other losses are invisible, as when that loved one is physically present but emotionally absent. Sometimes the losses that hurt most involve our dreams, our faith, or our identity. We’ll look at all kinds of loss and disappointment, see the steps in the journey of healing, and begin to create a map for the journey ahead.

Relationships: Seeing What Is, Seeking What’s Next

Relationships are sources of our deepest satisfactions and longings, and our most pressing opportunities for personal growth and change. If you are ready to look at what your relationship with a spouse, child, parent, sibling, or friend can teach you about you, come explore where you are stuck and how to get in motion again.

Training

We periodically offer professional training in sandtray, forgiveness, mindfulness, and spirituality in therapy. Check back with us for future events.