Private Women's Grief and Guilt Release Wellness Retreat in Sacred Mount Shasta

Heather, a grief coach and certified grief educator, runs this retreat as a deeply personalized experience. Each day mixes private 1:1 coaching sessions with somatic release work, breathwork, and guided nature walks. You'll spend time in the forests and near the springs of Mount Shasta, a place many consider energetically significant. The retreat is designed for women ready to do real emotional work, not just relax—though there is plenty of space for rest, massage, and time to yourself.

What sets this apart from a standard spa or yoga getaway is the complete focus on your story. Heather meets you where you are, and the itinerary bends around what comes up for you. One day might involve a deep grief workshop, while another might be a silent forest walk followed by a sound bath. There's no rigid schedule to keep up with, but rather a structure that supports emotional processing and integration.

Heather's own journey—losing her son and then creating retreats for grieving women—gives her a credibility that's hard to fake. She talks about past guests like friends and remembers everyone by name, which reflects the care she puts into each retreat. The mountain itself feels like a co-facilitator: its quiet, the ancient trees, and the cold, clear springs all contribute to a sense of safety and release.

What's included

- Private room or suite with premium bedding - 3 daily delicious and nutritious meals - Welcome drink - Afternoon herbal teas, tonics, and artisanal snacks - Sunrise elixirs and sunset mocktails - 1:1 grief and trauma coaching sessions with Heather - Somatic release session (breathwork, somatic experiencing, or embodied) - Customized integration plan following each session - Energy healing, Reiki, or intuitive healing session - Deep-dive grief workshops - Guilt-release rituals - Nervous system and grounding practices - Guided silent walk or forest bathing in Mt. Shasta - Sunrise meditation at a vortex site - Daily sound bath sessions - Crystal spring blessing ceremony - Onsite massage (one or two included) - Aromatherapy, essential oils, and custom bath rituals - Beautifully bound retreat workbook - Grief support tools (cards, grounding stones, or curated kit) - Anti-inflammatory, healing, or customized dietary menus - Private excursion to Panther Meadows or headwaters - Personalized ceremony or fire ritual - Post-retreat 1:1 coaching session with Heather - 2–4 weeks of email or voice-note check-ins - High-quality journal + pen - 24/7 onsite support team - Dedicated retreat coordinator - Parting gift infused with meaning - Luxurious welcome amenities (bath salts, candles) - Mountain or forest views - Parking - Wifi connection - Luggage storage - Water, tea, coffee throughout the day - Daily meditation classes - Daily yoga classes - Daily pranayama classes - Specialized workshops - Nature hikes with a trusted guide

What's not included

- Airport transfers - Flights costs - Travel insurance - Visa fee - Additional activities not included in the itinerary - Optional snow or waterfall excursion (seasonal)