Retreats
Therapist-led experiences designed to help you return to daily life with more clarity.
Upcoming Retreat
The Art of Living Well
October 23–25, 2026
What becomes possible when you make space to hear your inner voice?
I know what it is like to have the future you thought you were creating change overnight, and to have to imagine a new story. And a new future.
But I’ve also learned that we don’t only reimagine our lives because something has gone wrong.
Sometimes something within us simply shifts. What once mattered deeply may not matter quite as much. Something we chose for ourselves may now feel completed. We begin to wonder whether we are spending our time and energy where we want to, and what we want the next part of our lives to look like.
I’ve returned to these questions many times in my own life. I’ve also sat with women asking them in my therapy practice and in my divorce support group. Over time, I’ve developed ways of helping women listen more closely to what lies beneath their desires, honor the stories that have shaped them, and become curious about what may be asking to emerge next.
This is where The Art of Living Well begins.
This retreat may be for you if you are moving through divorce, empty nesting, a career or relationship change, or another season that looks different from the future you once imagined.
It may also be for you if your life looks great on paper but something inside doesn’t quite fit.
And it is for the woman who genuinely loves the life she has and is still curious about what comes next.
There is nothing to fix.
Only an invitation to listen, reflect, get present in mind and body, and imagine the life your favorite self would create.
Because there is still so much more living to do.
Curious about what the weekend holds?
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The weekend unfolds naturally, with each experience building on the last. Guided conversations, restorative practices, quiet reflection, and meaningful conversations create space to reconnect with yourself, deepen your relationships, and explore what's possible.
There is nothing to achieve—only space to explore.
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We will meet Friday evening at The Farmhouse at Serenbe for a beautiful chef’s tasting meal under the stars.
We will then gather Saturday and Sunday at Soul Barn at Serenbe, nestled within the peaceful village of Serenbe. Meditate, reflect, and daydream in the loft above the horses. Practice yoga beside the pastures. Share conversation beneath The Guardian, the magnificent oak that anchors the courtyard.
From quiet reflection to meaningful conversation, every space invites you to reconnect with yourself, with others, and with the natural world around you.
Pause. Dream. Return differently.
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A note about your comfort
Our main gathering space is in the loft of Soul Barn at Serenbe, accessed by stairs with no elevator.
Because we'll be spending time in and around the barn, you may encounter horses and other barn animals, including an especially friendly barn cat who sometimes wanders through. Any interaction with the horses is entirely optional.
If you have significant allergies or concerns about being around animals, please contact us before registering so you can determine whether this setting is right for you.
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HOW CAN I ATTEND?
The Art of Living Well is an intimate retreat designed for depth and meaningful conversation. With a small group of women, there is room to slow down, be curious, and keep the weekend personal and unhurried.
Your retreat includes:
Guided conversations, reflection, and activities shaped by a therapist’s perspective
Restorative practices led by experienced practitioners
A chef-curated tasting meal under the stars at The Farmhouse at Serenbe, inspired by Serenbe’s seasonal bounty
Light breakfasts, snacks, and beverages throughout the weekend
Beautiful materials and gifts for the weekend and beyond
Meals
Saturday lunch and dinner are yours to enjoy, perhaps at one of Serenbe’s incredible restaurants, or pick up a sandwich at The General Store at Serenbe and find a quiet place in nature to enjoy.
Accommodations
You’ll arrange accommodations separately, giving you the flexibility to choose what best fits your preferences and budget. Serenbe is approximately 45 minutes from Atlanta, so commuting may also be an option. If you’d like to connect with another participant about sharing a room or house, we’re happy to help.
Once you arrive for our first evening around the table, settle in and let us take care of the rest.
The investment for the weekend is $1,495.
Come Together — $1,245 per person
Some experiences are richer when shared.
Planning to experience The Art of Living Well with a friend? When two or more women plan to attend together, each is invited to register at the Come Together rate of $1,245 per person.
You’ll each register separately and simply let us know who you’re coming with.
Scholarship support is available.
If cost might keep you from attending, let’s continue the conversation. (Detailed financial information is not required).Cancellation & Refund Policy Cancellations received by September 22, 2026 are refundable, less a $250 nonrefundable registration fee. Later registrations have a three-day cancellation period through October 19. Registrations made October 20 or later are nonrefundable. Registration may also be transferred to another woman with advance notice.
If circumstances make it impossible to hold The Art of Living Well and the retreat is canceled, registration payments will be refunded in full.
Full cancellation terms are provided during registration.
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Take a look at What the Weekend Holds to find more information.
Have a question?
Not quite ready to reserve your place? If there’s something you’d like to know about the retreat, let’s have a chat.
The Art of Living Well
Everything you’ve lived has brought you here.
Weekend Investment: $1,495
Come Together Discount for 2 or more: $1,245 per person
Partial scholarships are available.
If this weekend feels right for you but the full investment is outside what feels comfortable or possible, I invite you to apply. No income documentation is required.
Your registration includes the retreat programming and experiences, the Friday welcome dinner, and the meals and materials specified in the retreat package.
Lodging is arranged separately.The Art of Living Well
Retreat opportunitiesThrough meaningful connection, guided reflection, and thoughtfully designed experiences, each retreat blends therapeutic insight with restorative practices to create space for new perspectives, deeper clarity, and lasting well-being.
Interested in Hopper Counseling participating in or planning your retreat? Let’s have a conversation.
Retreats can be customized for individuals, organizations, and groups.