I am excited to launch a new offering this fall: Chakra Stories Retreat in Guilford VT
The Chakra Stories Retreat is a a healing weekend for women, combining embodied energy work, Narrative Therapy (story-based healing work) and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) in a stunning landscape, with running water and wild nature.
“arrive open and curious
and leave grounded and restored”
Chakra Stories Retreat Guilford, September 19-21, 2025
Chakra stories are narrative pathways located in the body. These stories highlight imbalances that arise from the nature of our human experiences. They provide a lens through which painful stories can be re-storied and restored to balance and wholeness.
You will experience feeling acknowledged, connected to communty, safe, grounded, confident and supported than ever before. Gain clarity, break through limitations and lean into parts of yourself that you have forgotten. Enjoy this collectively transformational experience with a renewed sense of direction and purpose.
What to expect on this retreat
Each day we will connect and enjoy wonderful nutritious food, healing workshops and therapeutic healing components, many opportunities to share and make meaningful connections with wonderful women through listening and reflective circles. We have plenty of breaks throughout and time to enjoy the beautiful nature on the property.
We will be nestled on 30 acres of land overlooking the endless greenery of trees, coupled with the tranquility of a private brook that sings a sweet soundscape throughout the entire property.
“feel, seen, heard and acknowledged”
Retreat details
Cost:
$200 for facilitation & meals (7 spaces still available)
$300 for overnight lodging (fully booked)
(Payment arrangements are available)
Number of spots:
14 women total – 7 spots remaining
Start time:
Arrive on Friday 19th September, 4-6pm. Our welcome dinner is at 6pm.
Completion:
The retreat is complete at on Sunday 21st at 12 noon.
Location:
The property is only a 30 minute drive from Northhampton, MA. There are AirBNB and motel options nearby if you wish to stay in Guilford. There will be a combination of guests staying onsite and offsite.
Please consult with me about suitable places to stay nearby.
Introducing your facilitator: Celia Hilson
Therapy Guided Coach & Intuitive Healer
Welcome, my name is Celia.
I am a narrative and relational therapist, storyteller, and coach. I am a teacher, mother, seer and conduit of healing, and I have threaded my wisdom through each role.
For over 20 years, I have been helping women see that every experience, good or bad, holds sacred value in your life story. In this process, you can reclaim your true self.
My goals are for you to feel seen, heard and valued for who you really are, and discover life owning your story, grounded in your identity.
I am a fierce advocate for women to have space to heal through storytelling, and I am committed to holding that space for you.
Contact me at cohilson63@gmail.com
to book your place.
Retreat FAQ
Q. What is Narrative Therapy?
Narrative therapy, a powerful approach to healing, that empowers you as the author of your own story.
When painful stories get stuck in the body, they create blockages that can limit your experience of life. With the tools of narrative therapy we unpack your stories, re-author and reframe them. This is extremely healing and liberating, especially as many women have never had their stories witnessed before.
With narrative therapy, you discover that the story causes the problem, not you. It is a more gentle approach to examine traumatic events and you will experience a knowing that these problems exist outside of you, rather than define you.
Q. What is EFT
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is an ancient Chinese healng modalilty that allows one to release stress triggers, negative emotions and energy in the body. It involves gentle tapping on your meridians similar to acupressure. EFT is great to reduce emotional distress, and promote calm, peace and wellbeing.
Q. What is the accomodation situation?
A. For those who wish to stay, there are a limited number of accomodations on site and for the rest of the participants there are options for AirBNB and local motels nearby. If you have any specific questions about this I am happy to speak with you.
Q. Will you cater to dietary needs?
A. The meals are prepared in house and are healthy, vegetarian and gluten free. If you have any specific allergies or health needs please contact me so that I can understand how to make this work for you.
Q. What is a retreat?
A retreat is a scared space for restoration, being instead of doing, It is a space where you can be at ease without the world coming in, be at peace, be still. This is a chance to pullback and allow yourself to be held and taken care of. There is nothing to “do” just be human instead of doing human.
