This retreat is designed for women who want to dive deeper, are spiritually curious, and deeply feeling women seeking healing, who want to remember their ancient power and purpose, and experience not only nervous system support in nature from the trees, but experience them in a new way beyond what can be explained. No prior experience with shadow work, meditation, or holistic practices is required.

You can expect a restorative blend of guided shadow work, nervous system regulation practices, meditation, somatic exercises, nature immersion, journaling, guided journeys, ceremony and ritual, and group connection.

No. While Courtney has a clinical background in therapy and trauma-informed care, this retreat is not a substitute for therapy, mental health treatment, or medical care.

There are two indoor spaces- the primary home and then a cabin. There is an outdoor area where camping guests will be staying next to the private riverfront area and fire pit. The bedrooms and sleeping arrangements are provided above. Please feel free to email courtney@journeyofshadows.com for any questions you may have.

Not at all. This retreat is beginner-friendly and intentionally designed to feel grounded, expressive, knowledge-building, applicable, accessible, and supportive.

Yes. Nature is at the heart of this retreat experience, and much of our time together will take place outdoors among the redwoods. Expect fresh air, cool mornings and evenings, changing weather, uneven terrain in some areas, and the grounding experience of being fully immersed in nature.

Activities may include forest walks, outdoor meditations, movement practices, fireside gatherings, and quiet moments of reflection outside.

We recommend bringing comfortable layers, walking shoes, a warm jacket, and anything that helps you feel cozy and supported outdoors. This retreat is designed to feel restorative and accessible — not physically intense — with plenty of opportunities to rest and move at your own pace.

Being immersed in nature means occasional bugs are possible, especially near wooded or creek areas at dusk. The Coast Redwoods are generally cooler and less buggy than many outdoor destinations, but we still recommend bringing clean bug spray for evenings outside. Courtney will also have some homemade bug spray for folks to use.

Comfortable clothing, layers, walking shoes, a journal, reusable water bottle, and anything that helps you feel grounded and cozy.

Crystals, oracle or tarot decks, an instrument, yoga mat, blanket, any ritual or magikal items, books, witch hat. One outfit you feel fierce af in that speaks of who you are remembering you are!

This retreat is intentionally intimate to create a safe and connected environment. Space is limited to 15 women.

Because of the intimate nature of the retreat and advance planning involved, booking are non-refundable. Please review full retreat terms prior to booking.

Absolutely. We’ll do our best to accommodate dietary needs and allergies with advance notice. Please include in your application and we will reach out to you for further deets!

Yes. You will receive 3 daily vegan and vegetarian meals, snacks, tea, and refreshments are also included throughout the retreat. There will not be coffee or milk/dairy creamer, you will need to bring your own. Let us know and we can give you more details!

Most guests attend solo. The retreat is intentionally designed to foster connection, comfort, and sisterhood/community in a welcoming, supportive, and loving environment.