Create & Heal
PARIS
2026
Where we'll be staying...
a gorgeous creative arts studio in Montmarte
What we'll be doing...
How we'll be healing...
through workshops combining art & healing
01
Le Mur des Je T'aime-
self-love letter & lock painting
On our last full day, get ready to write yourself the sappiest, sweetest, most heart-felt love letter of your life!
In this workshop, you'll be asked to write a love letter to the least lovable version(s) of yourself (least lovable according to you... obviously all versions of you are lovable, but we all have parts of us we believe aren't, don't we?). After which, you'll be personalizing a lock that we'll take to Paris' famous "I Love You" wall as a group and leave them as an offering with a self-love affirmation (taken directly from our letters) to inspire self-love in others.
02
Dorothee Dabrou -
color as feeling
Famous French Artist Dorothea Dabrou paints what she sees through color and, taking a leaf out of her book, we'll be painting through color as well, only we'll be painting what we feel.
This workshop is much less about skill and much more about your connection to yourself. Before even picking up a paint brush, I'll be taking you through a series of guided embodiment meditations to deepen your connection to yourself. Colors will be chosen based on introspective prompts and your masterpiece will be finished only when it feels right.
03
Everything All At Once -
healing journey collage
In this workshop we're going to be exploring the feeling of overwhelm that crops up all too often when trying to heal from past traumas.
Through the medium of collage, you'll be given the tools, time, and emotional safety to visually express how your healing journey has felt up to the present moment as well as how you want your healing journey to feel in the future.
04
Surprise Workshop Offering!
Where would the fun be if I told you everything I had planned for this incredible retreat? I'm keeping a few things a surprise to make your experience that much sweeter!
Our Mornings...
8am - Morning Mindfulness Ritual (optional)
9am - Breakfast (included)*
10am - Cultural Activity or Workshop
Our Afternoons...
12pm - Lunch (not included)*
2pm - Cultural Activity or Workshop
4pm - Free Time to Create/Explore (all attendees will receive personalized recommendation lists for various sights, eateries, museums, etc.)
Our Evenings...
7pm - Dinner (not included)*
9pm - Evening Mindfulness Ritual (optional)
*times for meals are placeholders, attendees can eat according to whatever schedule works best for you!
What our days will look like...*
*a sample itinerary
Investment...
01.
Double bed (solo room)
$2,500
02.
Double bed (solo loft)
$2,350
03.
Double bed (shared room)
$2,350
04.
Single bed (shared loft)
$2,200
Payment Plan:
$1000 - due upon booking
$800 - second payment
$600 - final payment
Payment Plan:
$1000 - due upon booking
$800 - second payment
$600 - final payment
Payment Plan:
$800 - due upon booking
$800 - second payment
$650 - final payment
Payment Plan:
$1000 - due upon booking
$1000 - second payment
$550 - final payment
Apply Today!
If you'd like to attend the women-only Create & Heal Paris 2025 Retreat,
please first fill out the application below.*
*Please see FAQ for questions about application purposes.
FAQs
Who is this trip for?
This trip is for women (and only women!), but more specifically it's for women who have or are interested in using ANY creative medium (writing, sculpture, dance, photography, sketching, painting, music, you name it) to heal from past sexual trauma. The group size will be kept small (5-7 attendees) to encourage collaboration and sisterhood during the limited time we have together.
When will it be happening?
This 6-night, 7-day long retreat will be happening in 2025.
I've been to Paris several times and the fall is my favorite time to go!
It's beautiful and also less crowded, which is always a plus!
How many women will be attending?
There will be a total of 7 women (5 attendees, myself, and the retreat photographer).
Are you doing any other weeks?
As of right now, it's just the one week-long retreat. However, depending on how much interest I get, I may do another week in October after the first one to accommodate everyone who wants to join.
How much does it cost?
The cost of the retreat varies based on two factors:
1) when you book*
2) your room type
*early-bird pricing only available for a short time
(however, spots are limited, and you must book to secure a spot)
When it says "shared room" or "shared loft" does that mean "shared bed"?
Absolutely not. Each attendee will have their own bed. "Shared room" means that there is more than one bed in the room (less privacy) and "shared loft" means that there is more than one bed in a loft space. I chose to differentiate the two in case someone wanted to book who had a fear of heights or wasn't able to climb up and down a ladder.
Are payment plans available?
Payment plans are available for all room types.
However, there is an additional $50 fee if you choose this option
Why do I have to apply to attend?
There are several reasons I chose to include an application in this process:
1) I wanted to take the opportunity to get to know you a little better so that I can tailor the retreat to the goals, aims, desires, creative expressions, and healing journeys of each of the women who attend.
2) I'm also using the application as a moment of self-reflection for anyone interested in attending to check in with yourself and make sure that this retreat is in alignment with where you're at in your healing journey and what you're seeking.
3) Lastly, including an application before payment (as the deposit is non-refundable) gives me the opportunity to jump on a quick call with all potential attendees so that I can answer any questions you might have about the retreat before you make the decision to invest in your healing through this experience.
What's included?
As of right now, the following will be included in the price of the retreat:
access to a personalized Facebook group for attendees to become more acquainted with one another before the trip and stay connected more easily after; quality accommodation; airport pickup; personalized welcome baskets; breakfast every morning; several art & healing-themed activities/workshops; group welcome dinner; goodbye party + dinner on the final night of the retreat; metro card for the week; and retreat photographer (photos to be received after)*
What's not included?
As of right now, the following will not be included in the price of the retreat:
flight, lunches and dinners (unless otherwise specified), additional activities, SIM card, airport drop-off*
*This is where things stand as of right now. Continue to stay up-to-date on all retreat-related information by signing up to receive email updates below.
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