Other Retreats at Menla

When pain and daily demands feel relentless, it’s easy to lose yourself trying to meet everyone else’s needs. But your wellbeing matters. Taking time to nurture and heal yourself isn’t a luxury—it’s vital. By giving yourself space to recharge and tend to your pain, you renew the strength to be present for those you care […]

Step into the sacred stillness of the mountains this winter, where rest becomes renewal. Return to Stillness is a deeply restorative four-day retreat designed to calm the nervous system, nourish the body, and restore the quiet joy of being. Set within the serene landscape of Menla, this intimate gathering invites participants to slow down, soften […]

We invite you for a rare opportunity to join Dr. Laurane McGlynn, special guest teacher from Ireland, Geoff Fitzpatrick and guest facilitator from England, Sarah Hirigoyen to experience the remarkable healing potential and therapeutic benefits of Holotropic Breathwork®. In this special topics workshop, we have the extraordinary opportunity to learn about the myth and mystery […]

See with Your Heart. Live from Your Heart. Lead Through Your Heart. The Seeing with Your Heart Alchemical Constellations Training and Facilitator Certification is for individuals ready to untie the tangled threads of past generational sorrows, free themselves to live into the possibilities of spontaneous creation, and expand their lives, healing practice, and work. The […]

A Ketamine-Assisted Retreat for Couples This retreat offers a safe, structured environment where couples can deeply celebrate the nuances of their relationship, including aspects of joy and intimacy. Participants will learn to understand each other’s needs and navigate challenges collaboratively. The retreat emphasizes cultivating an intimate bond through what we refer to as noble communication—clear […]

Awaken the Mind, Heal the Body, and Nourish the Soul Join us for a transformational Summer Solstice Ketamine Retreat designed to realign you with the innate wholeness you may have forgotten, but never lost. Set amidst the sacred mountains of the Catskills, this five-day experience combines ketamine therapy with the exploration of the mystery of […]

Join us for a four-day retreat guided by an exceptional team of facilitators: Diana Fosha PhD, Mark Green MD, Jayne Gumpel LCSW, David Gumpel MA, and  Irina Linetskaya MD. Together, we’ll explore ketamine-assisted AEDP, and mindfulness. This immersive experiential retreat is for professionals seeking deep healing, renewal, and transformation through the integration of AEDP in […]

This workshop will explore how Holotropic Breathwork® and the Enneagram can facilitate healing, our desire for transcendence, wholeness and connection to our Divine Nature. You are invited to join us to experience the remarkable healing potential and therapeutic benefits of Holotropic Breathwork®, a powerful breathwork practice that allows for self-exploration, transformation and healing. With eyes […]

6 Days of Learning, Relaxation & Transformation Join award-winning author and channel Paul Selig for a six-day channeled retreat at Menla, a stunning sanctuary nestled deep within New York’s Catskill Mountains. Experience the Guides’ newest teachings on transforming consciousness and aligning to a higher octave of reality in one of the most beautiful times of […]

This workshop will explore how Holotropic Breathwork® can facilitate healing from trauma, addiction, mental health issues and our desire for transcendence and wholeness. The New York Times described Holotropic Breathwork® as “heart opening” and a way to heal yourself and improve mood. For centuries, and across many cultures, non-ordinary states of consciousness have been used […]

This is a safe, structured retreat led by a staff of licensed and experienced therapists and physicians in the beautiful Catskill Mountains at MENLA Retreat and Spa. Join us for a safe and structured four-day retreat at the intersection of science and spirituality, guided by an exceptional team of facilitators. Together, we’ll explore the profound […]

Most people think dance is about having the right moves. Forget that. Music is medicine—and this immersion is an invitation to experience what becomes possible when sound, rhythm, and movement are used as tools for transformation, grounding, and connection. This 4+ day in-person immersion is a core component of the 8-month PhDJ training program. Together, […]

This autumn, you are invited to connect to ancestors and your female strength in new, deeper ways. The goal of the retreat is to come away feeling all the support of your female line. We'll also access inner calm and build a community of women. Elizabeth Pyjov (15 years of experience teaching these practices) will […]