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Shadow Journey Retreat


HEART MEDICINE + SOMATIC HEALING

Embark on a transformative journey that blends the healing power of heart medicine with somatic practices, fostering deep emotional and physical breakthroughs. Participants often experience enhanced emotional connection, reduced fear and anxiety, and heightened empathy, making it easier to confront personal challenges and embrace their shadow self with understanding, love, compassion, and forgiveness.

Whether you're seeking relief from emotional wounds or physical symptoms, deeper self-awareness, a new direction in life, healing from past trauma, healthier relationships, freedom from limiting beliefs, or cultivating spiritual growth and creativity, the Shadow Journey Retreat offers a unique and holistic path to awakening—mind, body, and spirit.

What’s Included:

  • Free 1:1 Call: Start your journey with a friendly chat with Josie, where she takes the time to get to know you and introduces a medical intake to ensure suitability and safety. It's also the perfect chance to ask any questions or share any concerns you may have.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: Engage in two 60-minute online sessions with Josie to establish rapport, set clear intentions, and prepare for the transformative journey ahead. During these sessions, Josie will introduce Somatic Experiencing - a body based form of psychotherapy.

  • Shadow Journey Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this two night retreat creates the ideal environment for deep introspection and personal growth. Under Josie’s guidance, you'll experience the transformative power of Sacred Medicine.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Beach walks

  • Gentle yoga

  • Meditation & breathwork

  • Sound healing

  • Guided journaling

  • Spiritual rituals

  • Intimate group ceremony

  • Hands-on bodywork

  • Nourishing, organic meals

  • Overnight accommodations

  • Sharing circle

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, receive an additional 60-minute online session with Josie to help integrate your experiences into daily life. In this focused session, Josie will support you in transforming your insights into actionable steps for growth, resilience, and self-empowerment.

Your Guides:

  • Josie Kramer, MA, CYT, CHC, LMT, PhD Student

    Josie is a Transpersonal Therapist, Somatic Practitioner, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. She creates a compassionate and supported space for healing and transformation.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He ensures the safety and well-being of each participant during their retreat, grounding the journey in empathy, authenticity, and his own lived experiences.

Details:

  • Suggested donation: $1,000

  • Limited to a maximum of 5 participants

  • Book your free 1:1 call today! (310) 736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

Earlier Event: December 30
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Later Event: January 23
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