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A Therapeutic Retreat for Women Experiencing Ongoing Stress, Burnout, the Demands of Work or Parenting, and Emotional Exhaustion.
Byron Bay, NSW, Australia
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July 2 – 5, 2026
4 days / 3 nights
Group Size: small
A Therapeutic Retreat for Women Experiencing Ongoing Stress, Burnout, the Demands of Work or Parenting, and Emotional Exhaustion.
Byron Bay, NSW, Australia
July 2 – 5, 2026
3 Nights, 4 Days
Group size: small
Movement – Nature – Connection
For the women who have been holding everything together for everyone else.
If you’ve been navigating ongoing stress, burnout, the demands of work or parenting, or even emotional exhaustion, you may be used to pushing through, holding it together, and putting your own needs last. Over time, ongoing stress can place a sustained load on the nervous system, which may contribute to feelings of fatigue, overwhelm, disconnection, or difficulty switching off.
This retreat has been thoughtfully created as a space to pause.
Held by two psychotherapists, this is a supportive environment where you are invited to gently explore what has been carried, often quietly, for a long time, while developing a deeper understanding of your nervous system. Over four days in the Byron Bay hinterland, you will be welcomed into a space grounded in movement, nature, and connection.
The retreat includes opportunities for nervous system education, reflective group conversations, gentle movement practices, and time for rest and integration. Whether you are seeking rest, connection, space, or time away from the pace of everyday life, this retreat offers a supported environment to reconnect with yourself, in your own way and at your own pace. This retreat offers psychoeducation, shared learning, and facilitated group experiences. Each woman’s experience will be her own.
You are welcome exactly as you are.
Lanzarato-Canary Islands
May 9 - 11, 2025
Movement – Connection – Nature
For the women who have been holding everything together for everyone else.
If you’ve been navigating ongoing stress, burnout, the demands of work or parenting, or even emotional exhaustion, you may be used to pushing through, holding it together, and putting your own needs last. Over time, ongoing stress can place a sustained load on the nervous system, which may contribute to feelings of fatigue, overwhelm, disconnection, or difficulty switching off.
This retreat has been thoughtfully created as a space to pause.
Held by two psychotherapists, this is a supportive environment where you are invited to gently explore what has been carried, often quietly, for a long time, while developing a deeper understanding of your nervous system. Over four days in the Byron Bay hinterland, you will be welcomed into a space grounded in movement, nature, and connection.
The retreat includes opportunities for nervous system education, reflective group conversations, gentle movement practices, and time for rest and integration. Whether you are seeking rest, connection, space, or time away from the pace of everyday life, this retreat offers a supported environment to reconnect with yourself, in your own way and at your own pace. This retreat offers psychoeducation, shared learning, and facilitated group experiences. Each woman’s experience will be her own.
You are welcome exactly as you are.
What to Expect
This retreat is grounded in evidence informed psychotherapy and guided by approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Across the weekend, group sessions explore themes such as stress responses, the role of the nervous system, personal values, self compassion, and the connection between body and emotion.
The sessions are experiential and reflective in nature. You will be guided through facilitated conversations, gentle movement practices, and structured experiences that invite awareness, insight, and a deeper connection to your internal experience.
Alongside the group psychotherapy sessions, body based and nature based experiences form an important part of the retreat. These elements create space to engage with your surroundings, shift out of day to day patterns, and experience a different pace.
All experiences are invitational, allowing you to engage in a way that feels appropriate for you.
Women’s Health Workshop
Dr. Simon Morgan (BSMC) will facilitate an interactive session focussed on women’s health. The workshop will explore musculoskeletal and nervous system considerations, along with practical information relating to different phases of the menstrual cycle.
Group Acupuncture Experience
Dr. Kate Dambach (TCM) will facilitate a group acupuncture session designed to support nervous system regulation. This session combines traditional Chinese medicine principles with a supported meditation component, allowing participants to rest and receive within a professionally held setting.
Sound Bath Ceremony
An evening ceremonial sound healing session facilitated by Dave Rotherham, featuring didgeridoo, crystal singing bowls, Native American flute and medicine drum. Participants may choose to sit or lie comfortably while engaging with the experience in their own way.
Retreat Catering
Tash and Tom, along with the team from Burbury Whole Foods, will be preparing seasonal wholefood meals throughout the weekend. Their approach celebrates local growers and regenerative produce, drawing inspiration from Mediterranean and Ayurvedic traditions. Meals are shared in communal dining spaces.
Nature, Water and Integration
Time in the magnesium pool, sauna and optional ice bath form part of the retreat rhythm, creating space within the natural surroundings of the property.
Rainforest walks, yoga, and open space provide moments to move, pause, or simply be.
Your Itinerary
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- 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Arrival and Check in - 5:30pm
Welcome Circle - 6:00pm
Dinner - 7:30pm
Breathwork
Your Home for the Weekend
Nestled on 170 acres in the Byron Bay hinterland, Wybalena Organic Farm sits among rolling hills, rainforest and open sky. The property features a light filled yoga studio overlooking the valley, private walking trails, and an outdoor wellness area with a magnesium pool, sauna and cold immersion bath.
Communal dining areas, quiet spaces throughout the grounds, and expansive views are part of the landscape. Wybalena offers natural surroundings and open space to walk, sit and spend time outdoors.
Your Accommodation
Wybalena offers a collection of private rooms, garden rooms and cabins set across rolling countryside in the Byron hinterland. Each space includes comfortable bedding, air conditioning or fans, and access to shared retreat areas including the dining spaces, studio and outdoor bathhouse.
Choose the option below that best suits your preference for privacy and space.
The Sunflower Package
Private Room with Private Bathroom
Final Room | $2,800 $2200
Experience the retreat in a private room with ensuite bathroom, providing spacious comfort, quiet, and privacy throughout your stay.
This option allows you to fully rest, reflect, and integrate between sessions, meals, and shared group experiences, while enjoying the serene surroundings of Wybalena Organic Farm.
Ideal for those seeking a self-contained space to recharge while participating fully in the Women’s Health Retreat.
$2,800 $2,200
Deposit: $500 to secure a room
The Rose Package
Private Room with Shared Bathroom
Sold Out | $2,400
Stay in a private bedroom with a shared farmhouse-style bathroom, offering a balance of personal space and simple communal living.
This package is perfect for women who value having their own room to rest and reflect, while remaining connected to the retreat community and shared experiences at Wybalena Organic Farm.
$2,400
Deposit: $500 to secure a room
The Tulip Twin Package
Twin Share Room
Final Ticket | $2100 $1600
Enjoy a twin-share room with two separate beds, suited for guests attending together or open to sharing with another participant.
This option provides a warm, connected retreat experience, allowing for companionship, shared moments, and full participation in all therapeutic and nature-based activities at Wybalena Organic Farm.
$2,100 $1600
Deposit: $500 to secure a room
What’s Included
Three nights’ of peaceful accommodation nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland at Wybalena Organic Farm
Nourishing meals prepared by Burbury Whole Foods, shared around the table together
Psychotherapist led group conversations gently guided by principles from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Psychoeducation sessions exploring stress physiology, nervous system, and how our bodies respond to ongoing pressure
A Women’s health workshop with Dr. Simon Morgan (BSMC) exploring musculoskeletal and nervous system considerations
A group acupuncture experience facilitated by Dr Kate Dambach (TMC)
An immersive sound session featuring the didgeridoo with Dave Rotherham
Evening fire gathering to connect, reflect, or simply unwind
Access to the bathhouse facilities, including magnesium pool, sauna and optional cold immersion
Nature walks through surrounding landscapes
Sunrise yoga at the beach, reflection journal prompts and retreat gift bag to take home
One post retreat online group session with Mindswell Therapy
Two optional individual pre or post retreat therapy sessions delivered via Walk and Talk Therapy on the Gold Coast or via Telehealth through Mindswell Therapy
What’s Not Included
Travel to and from the retreat venue
Airport transfers
Additional sessions with any facilitator unless otherwise stated
Travel insurance
Personal expense
Meet The Team
Kirsti Philpott
PACFA Reg. Certified Practising
Psychotherapist
Retreat Offerings
1. Bring a Friend Offer
Book the Tulip Twin Package with a friend and receive $300 off each booking.
Valid for Tulip Twin rooms only and available until these rooms are sold.
The discount is applied to the final balance and does not reduce the required deposit.
2. Gift Voucher Redemption
$200 gift vouchers may be applied toward this retreat. Gift vouchers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
3. Pay in Full Option
A 10% reduction is available when the retreat is paid in full at the time of booking.
Let's explore whether this retreat is the right fit for you.
Getting to Wybalena
Wybalena is located at 789 The Pocket Road, The Pocket NSW 2483.
Look out for the “Wybalena” sign at the entrance.
Wybalena is about 35–40 minutes from both Gold Coast and Ballina Airports, and 10 minutes off the main highway.
There are no public transport options, so we recommend a car transfer, hire car, taxi, or Uber.
“The journey starts the moment you decide to take the first step.”
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