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WHO IS THIS TRAINING FOR?
For For those ready to step into heart-centered leadership and the art of holding space for transformation. This program is for:
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Healthcare workers
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Wellness practitioners
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Educators
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Counselors
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Team members within institutions & nonprofit organizations
What you will learn:
Create trauma-informed group experiences and retreats that foster safety, connection, and healing. The training weaves ancient traditions, expressive arts, nature-based practices, and modern therapeutic tools to support transformation with confidence and care.
This immersive offers a grounded space to strengthen your presence and expand your impact, with opportunities to intern, lead, or co-lead future Sevā retreats and events.
Your enrollment directly supports retreats for at-risk youth.
THE PROGRAM
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holding space safely and confidently for those affected by trauma and mental health challenges
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curating and facilitating practices that create lasting transformation
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integrating ancient traditions, expressive arts, nature, and modern therapeutic modalities into a holistic approach
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balancing individual needs while supporting group process
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recognizing and addressing triggers and challenges in real time
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fostering meaningful community connections
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preparing the physical environment to ensure safety, trust, and healing
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preparing yourself mentally, emotionally, and energetically for this work
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recognizing and innovating professional growth opportunities
This training offers guidance in:
WHAT'S INCLUDED
MEET YOUR GUIDES
May Che, C-IAYT
Founder
Spaceholder and Coordinator devoted to making wellness accessible for underserved youth, and founder of Sevā Seeds and Gaia Villa Retreats with over 15 years of experience in yoga therapy.
Tobi Fishel, Ph.D.
Program Director
Integrative clinical and health psychologist, serving as GME Director of Residency Wellness at USC/LA General. Seasoned trainer of wellness leaders.
Marc Weigensberg, Ph.D.
Program Director
35+ years as pediatric endocrinologist and 25+ years caring for foster, incarcerated, and other at-risk youth through integrative health practices.
WELCOME HOME
Our programs are supported by our sister company, Gaia Villa Retreats, a wellness retreat property in Joshua Tree, Southern California. Gaia Villa provides a safe and nurturing space where healing and transformation can take place.
YOUR ROOM OPTIONS
SHARED QUAD ROOM
• One twin bed in a shared room (up to 4 guests total) at Gaia Villa
• Shared bathroom
Investment: $1500
Your enrollment directly supports retreats for at-risk youth.
SHARED DOUBLE ROOM
• One twin bed in a shared room (2 guests total) at Gaia Villa
• Shared bathroom
Investment: $1800
Your enrollment directly supports retreats for at-risk youth.
(Rates depend on room selection. Discounts available for Gaia Circle members and for locals who do not require overnight accommodations. See FAQs or contact for more info.)
