A restorative, five-night retreat for women whose deep love and devotion sometimes leaves them stretched thin.
Heal what is tender, direct your love with intention, and serve from wholeness rather than exhaustion.
Soul Of Service:
Loving With Precision
May 3–8, 2026 • Oregon Coast
You’ve been holding it all together for too long.
From the outside, you look like you have it figured out. You’re capable. You’re reliable. You’re the one others lean on. But on the inside?
You’re tired of striving, proving, and pushing.
You crave rest but feel guilty the moment you slow down.
You wonder why achievement never feels like enough.
You long for joy, connection, and a softness you can’t seem to reach.
High-achieving patterns were once your survival. Now, they’re keeping you from the life you want.
This retreat is a space to lay those burdens down and discover how to care for yourself with the same devotion you give to everyone else.
What if there was a place where you didn’t have to be the strong one? Where you could put it all down, breathe, and finally feel held?
That place is here. On the Oregon Coast. With us.
A retreat designed for women who do it all.
The Soul of Service Retreat is a five-night, immersive experience created for women ready to shift from depletion to deep connection.
Over six days, you’ll:
Gently meet the younger parts of you that learned love had to be earned.
Practice nervous-system regulation so rest feels safe again.
Soften perfectionism into compassion.
Remember that your needs belong in the circle of your love too.
Belong to yourself, to community, and to the larger rhythms of life.
This isn’t a quick fix or a vacation you have to “recover” from. It’s a carefully held, therapeutic container where your body, mind, and spirit can settle into the truth: You are already enough.
What you will practice at Soul Of Service Retreat:
Each practice is designed to help you honor the tenderness at your core, protect your own heart, and learn to love in a way that sustains you as much as it sustains those around you.
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Loving With Precision:
Direct your love, time, and energy with intention so your care makes the impact you desire, without leaving you depleted.
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Healing What Matters:
Gently tend to the root wounds that drive perfectionism and overwork, so you can serve from wholeness, not self-abandonment.
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Protecting What’s Tender:
Honor your heart and boundaries as sacred. Protecting your tenderness is what allows you to keep showing up.
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Harnessing Your Sensitivity:
Transform sensitivity into strength that fuels your service and creativity, rather than draining you.
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Becoming Who You Need:
Grow into the version of yourself you have been longing for, so you can show up fully for your relationships, work, community, and the world you love.
What makes the Soul Of Service Retreat special?
This is not a quick fix or a surface-level getaway. It is a carefully held, small-group experience that blends therapeutic depth with true rest.
Inner Child & Parts Work:
Guided sessions to reconnect with the parts of you that learned to overachieve to feel safe or worthy.
Expressive Arts:
Drawing, painting, writing, and visual journaling to give voice to your inner world and create new pathways for expression and integration..
Trauma-Informed Somatic Practices:
Daily yoga, breathwork, meditation, and nervous-system regulation that help you settle, feel, and soften.
Sound Bath Healing:
A deeply restorative sonic experience to calm and harmonize your system.
Nature and Awe:
Whale-watching excursion on the wild Oregon Coast, plus oceanside walks and quiet moments to remind you that you belong to something larger.
Slow, Nourishing Connection:
Ample time for reflection, rest, and heartfelt conversation with women who get it.
Gentle Local Adventure:
A stroll to our tiny coastal town for lunch, ice cream, and saltwater taffy. Simple delights, shared together.
Your home by the sea…
We have a full private buyout of a boutique hotel in Depoe Bay, Oregon, perched above a secluded stretch of coast. Think ocean air, cozy common spaces, and windows that invite you to breathe deeper. It feels quiet, natural, and unhurried. Early May can be misty and cool—the kind of weather that invites tea, sweaters, and long, exhale-filled conversations.
A local chef will join us to prepare nourishing meals on site. You will be cared for from arrival to departure, with thoughtful details that make it easy to put your shoulders down and simply be.
What’s Included:
Five nights accommodation of coastal serenity: Settle into our private, eco-friendly lodge overlooking Depoe Bay’s stunning harbor on Oregon’s central coast. Every room offers a water view, cozy minimalist design, and a deep exhale the moment you arrive.
Nourishing, farm-to-table meals: All meals are prepared on-site by our private retreat, featuring fresh, organic ingredients sourced from local farms, so you can experience the bounty of seasonal variety the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Menus are customized for the group and served family-style- wholesome, delicious, and made to bring people together.
Daily workshops with Dez: Explore the heart of your healing through inner child work, parts work, expressive arts, and group process- gentle, guided experiences that invite you to restore, reconnect, and rediscover what truly matters to you.
Somatic practices for grounding and renewal: Each day includes embodied practices such as yoga, breathwork, meditation, and visualization to help you release tension and come home to your body.
Sound healing immersion: Sink into stillness during a deeply restorative sound bath. Crystal singing bowls, tuning forks, and a crystal pyramid blend to support chakra alignment, nervous system regulation, and emotional release.
Whale-watching adventure: Experience the wonder of the Oregon Coast with a guided whale-watching excursion in Depoe Bay—the “Whale Watching Capital” of Oregon. With resident gray whales nearby year-round, you’ll likely spot these majestic beings up close.
A leisurely walk into town: Take a gentle stroll into Depoe Bay to explore local shops, enjoy a seaside lunch, and savor a sweet treat with new friends.
Welcome gift by the sea: Receive a curated welcome package to support your rest and reflection throughout the retreat.
A safe, trauma-informed space: Every part of this experience is held with deep care, clear boundaries, and respect for your pace. You’ll be part of a small, intentional group of 14 women, each on her own journey to rest, restore, and create lasting change.
*** Please note: Transportation or airfare to Depoe Bay are not included. We will provide recommended arrival windows, carpool suggestions, and support so the logistics feel simple.
The transformation past guests describe…
This is about more than a beautiful week. It is about a lasting shift.
From urgency to presence.
From self-criticism to self-regard.
From performance to authenticity.
From over-giving to attuned, boundaried care.
From isolation to belonging.
Here’s what our guests have to say:
“I never expected to leave this retreat any different then when I first got there. I am blown away how Dez was able to help me reach deep and bring clarity to myself through dance and art. Trust the process has a new meaning for me. It’s not just words. I am so grateful 🙏🏼”
“This retreat cracked me open in the best way. I’ve never felt so held—by a space, by a person, by a group of women. Dez was one of the kindest, most grounded, safe humans I’ve ever met. She created a safe container for all of us. For our emotions, our stories, our silence, our tears, our joy. I felt deeply seen without even having to say a word. And when I did speak, there was no judgment—just love. Deep, real love.”
Rooms & Investment:
We created several room options so you can choose what feels supportive.
Bunk Room, Shared (sleeps 4)
Friendly, simple, and cozy. Ideal if you are coming with a friend or love the energy of shared space. Includes a ground-level patio with a view of the harbor.
$1400/person
Private Room To Share With Your Bestie, 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2)
One queen bed to share with your person. Connect and retreat together. Includes a ground-level patio with a view of the harbor.
$1850/person
Shared Room, 2 Queen Beds (sleeps 2)
A quiet shared haven with a roommate we thoughtfully pair you with or a friend you bring. Includes a ground-level patio with a view of the harbor.
$2100/person
Private Room, 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 1)
Your own queen bed and full privacy for deep rest and reflection. Includes a ground-level patio with a view of the harbor.
$2400/person
Deluxe Private Room, 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 1)
Your own queen bed and full privacy for deep rest and reflection. Enjoy your own private balcony and gas fireplace
$3000/person
All tiers include everything listed above. Very limited spots in each category.
Flexible ways to pay:
At checkout, you can select Buy Now, Pay Later options such as Klarna or Afterpay to split your total into smaller payments. Many plans offer no interest when paid on time. The earlier you reserve, the more flexible your installment options tend to be.
Is this right for me?
This retreat is right for you if you:
Feel worn down by perfectionism, over-functioning, or people-pleasing.
Struggle to rest without guilt and want a new relationship with ease.
Are curious about inner child work and want expert, trauma-informed guidance.
Long to be seen and supported by women who understand the weight you carry.
Want your care for others to come from wholeness rather than depletion.
If you’ve been waiting for permission to include yourself in your own circle of care, this retreat was created with you in mind.
Hi, I’m Dez.
For over a decade I have helped hundreds of high-achieving women, supporting them through the process of healing trauma and breaking free from perfectionism and burnout, using somatic practices like yoga, breathwork, mindfulness, and other experiential practices.
I have been running retreats for years, supported by a dedicated staff to make sure you get the attention you deserve.
Together, we’ll create a nurturing space where you can explore your past, let go of problematic high achieving behaviors, and find new ways to embrace play and joy.
You do so much for others.
The Soul of Service Retreat is your invitation to remember that your love includes you too.
Come home to your body, soften your edges, and honor the tenderness that has always been your strength.
If you feel called, trust that. Spots are limited and rooms are first-come, first-served.
FAQ
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A small group of about 10-15 women. Intimacy and safety are priorities, so spots are limited.
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Absolutely. Many guests arrive solo and leave with lifelong friends. We can thoughtfully pair roommates upon request.
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Inner child work is an approach to recognizing and healing emotional injuries and wounds that took place in early life. By using play and exploration with a ‘beginner’s mindset’ (discovering new things and viewing experiences with a fresh perspective), you can reparent your inner child and heal old wounds. We believe that once you learn to heal your inner child, you can reconnect to your divine feminine and become your truest self.
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NOPE, our wellness retreats are NOT therapy and they are not a substitute for mental health counseling or any other healthcare service.
Our wellness retreats operate under a support model. When we work together in this way, we will be supporting you towards your specific and self-identified goals for wellbeing or self-improvement.
It’s important to note, that while we are also licensed therapists, our wellness retreats are NOT mental health counseling, nor are they considered a healthcare service, and should NOT be used as a substitute for any healthcare service.
If you require mental health support or any healthcare service, we will provide you with referrals for a healthcare provider.
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We completely understand how intimidating it can be to travel alone to a foreign country as a woman. We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable, so we have built all of our retreats to be very hands-on. We pick everyone up directly from the airport so you do not have to find your way to the center on your own. We help ease anxiety by helping arrange everything beforehand, from packing lists to clear instructions on flight times to even scheduling calls with those who may need a bit more assurance. We plan to hold your hand every step of the way.
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We have been so very lucky to have had incredible women attend our retreats. The women have come from all walks of life and all age groups, but have formed very deep and long lasting relationships. We believe this is because we all come together with the same purpose. We all want to heal and grow and experience transformation. With this being the guiding force leading women to our retreats, we find that everyone can connect, no matter their background.
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No. Everything is beginner-friendly and invitational. No yoga or art experience is required. All of the practices offered on this retreat will be accessible for all bodies and all skill levels.
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Please bring a reusable water bottle, clothes you feel comfortable moving in, and some walking or hiking shows
Yoga mats will be provided. However, you may prefer to bring your own.
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Early May on the Oregon Coast can be cool and misty. Think sweaters, warm socks, and sea air that invites you to slow down.