The Experience

This retreat has been custom tailored to meet the very unique needs and challenges faced by those who have experienced religious trauma.

Part of the joy of this experience will be in discovering all of the tiny details we have lovingly woven into our workshops and activities.

For this reason, we will not reveal too many specifics of our workshops, but rest assured; while these activities will be unconventional (and at times provocative) by design, equal emphasis has been placed on insuring a safe and nurturing experience for all, with a high value on celebrating personal agency in choosing which activities you choose to participate in.

Themes

Rebuilding community
Reconnecting with true self
Finding purpose and meaning
Grieving our past and lost time
Coming to terms with loss of connection with family and our old community
Addressing challenges related to people pleasing
Strengthening our ability to recognize and enforce our boundaries
Harnessing and managing our energy in a way that serves us
Love for self

Discovering a felt sense of spirituality
Reconnecting with our masculine and feminine sides
Inner child and shadow work
Letting go of fear around Armageddon, God, Satan, and death
Becoming more attuned to our intuition, and recognizing the difference between our higher self and outdated programming

If you would like to get a better sense of Dr Ryan, and his approach to working with religious trauma, you can check out his podcast "Welcome to the World" at this link

Themes covered over the course of this retreat will include (but are not limited to):

Additional Activities

In addition to daily workshops, this retreat will include the following activities:

Yoga
Meditation
Dance therapy
Fire circles
Temescal (sweat lodge)
Live music
Integration circles (group therapy)
Art therapy
Accompanied by a range of delightful and unexpected surprises!

Facilitators

You need to know that you can trust those you rely on. People who will support you when you fall, and applaud you when you rise.

It is with this intention that we have carefully selected this team, making sure that each member carries an ideal balance of warmth, competence and previous experience.

Some slots have yet to be filled, as we are taking our time to ensure that we select only those who are perfect for the position, but rest assured, we will have a full support team ready by the time of the retreat

Ayahuasca Ceremony Guide

Sean West

Sean creates a solid container for deep work, dedicated to empowerment and self-healing. The path he follows is non-adversarial. Whatever presents itself is to be loved, honored, respected and integrated. Sean works with Chakapa, Icaro, Guitar, Quena, Drumwork, Voice and Silence to keep the space grounded but flowing. He uses prayers of gratitude, grounding, offerings and intention to open, hold, and close sacred space.

Ceremony Assistant/Facilitator

EJ Kidd

EJ Kidd is a retreat and ceremony co-facilitator, ceremonial musician, and skillful space holder dedicated to creating joyful, compassionate, and expansive healing environments. With over seven years of study in Classical Tantra (Trika Shaivism) and deep experience in plant ceremonies, EJ brings a rich, intuitive presence to both group and one-on-one spaces.

As a joyful connector and empath, she attunes to what is *alive* and *emergent* in each moment, holding space with presence, warmth, and care. Through meditation, music, and a light-hearted approach, she cultivates loving, transformative spaces that encourage profound healing and self-discovery.

Lead Facilitator

Dr Ryan Lee

Dr Lee has a doctorate in clinical psychology, is a former JW, and has been working with ayahuasca personally and professionally for the past 7 years. He specializes in working with former cult members in the recovery and rebuilding process after leaving a high control group.

In addition to private practice, Ryan hosts a podcast called Welcome to the World tailored specifically for ex-JWs. He is led by an enthusiasm for helping people reach their greatest potential, to cultivate joy, and recognize the profoundly beautiful nature of this life.

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Co-Facilitator

Abby Eden Dollahan

Born and raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, she was disfellowshipped at 22 for having a same-sex relationship. Overcome with guilt, she returned to the congregation, only to be shunned again after reinstatement. That experience led her to leave the organization for good and reclaim her authentic self.

A decade later, through her own healing journey with religious trauma and psychedelic therapy, she now helps others cut the cords of religious indoctrination. Working closely with Dr. Ryan Lee as a coach, she supports ex-JWs in navigating the transition out of the organization and into a life of authenticity and freedom.

Facilitator

Lynn Bee

After leaving the the Mormon church at the age of 17, Lynn embarked on a journey of self-discovery. Following extensive yoga teacher training in India, she moved to Peru to immerse herself in the vibrant plant medicine community.

Lynn is a trained Psychedelic Integration Coach, specializing in addiction recovery, with experience as an EMT with experience in wildland firefighting, cultivating a deep respect for the interconnectedness of all life. She is driven by a passion for helping others to connect with their highest truth, and finds her own inspiration in nature.

Facilitator

Jono Mitchell

Jono is a holistic fitness coach with a focus in mobility and injury prevention. His background consists of college athletics as well as more than 15 years exploring various training modalities. Jono also has experience with permaculture, natural building, and herbalism having lived in a sustainable farming community for many years before moving to Peru