Embark on a transformative journey at our Healing with Horses Women’s Retreat, where the natural beauty of Morongo Valley serves as the backdrop for deep personal growth and connection. The retreat is held on Heather's serene 5-acre ranch, with surrounding views of vast untouched Bureau of Land Management (BLM) landscapes.
This retreat offers a unique blend of yoga, equine therapy, and nature's healing touch, providing a safe space for women to connect, heal, and grow. Join us for a day where the wisdom of horses, the peace of the desert, and the power of community converge to nurture your soul.
Begin your day with a gentle yoga session aimed at awakening your body and aligning your chakras. This mindful practice fosters a deep connection with your physical self and the surrounding nature, setting a tone of tranquility and presence for the day.
Following yoga, gather at our opening circle for introductions and intentions, setting the stage for personal exploration and communal support.
Next, you will meet your equine guides in a horse introduction session. Here, you'll learn how to connect with horses in their natural, non-invasive way, practicing presence, calmness, and awareness. Horses, as intuitive beings, will help guide your day's journey, teaching lessons of trust, empathy, mutual respect and joy.
Enjoy a nourishing organic vegan lunch prepared with love, using fresh ingredients from local sources, to refuel and rejuvenate.
After lunch, we will engage in equine assisted grounding activities where you'll work alongside horses to explore personal insights and emotional healing. These activities are designed to foster grounding, mindfulness, and self-awareness.
Throughout the day, you're encouraged to use your journal for capturing reflections, insights, or any personal revelations that surface during your interactions.
We will conclude with a closing circle, where we will gather to share experiences, discuss what we've learned from our equine friends, and how we can carry these lessons forward into our lives.
Before we say good bye we will gather for a prepared snack by our private chef.
About our Host Heather Roma Wicks: Heather is a trailblazing entrepreneur and influencer with decades of experience in the fashion, wellness, social media, and marketing industries. Her emphasis on healthy living can be seen by her partnership and collaboration choices which include like-minded, ethical, and all-natural brands. Her properties in Topanga and Morongo Valley serve as the backdrop for many events and photoshoots.
About Our Co-Host Ashley Nunn: With over two decades of experience in clinical settings, Ashley blends traditional therapy with yoga, art, and equine-assisted approaches to create a holistic path to healing. She specializes in working with individuals navigating grief and loss, trauma, substance use, and anxiety, offering a compassionate, integrative approach that nurtures both the mind and body. Ashley believes that true transformation happens when individuals feel seen, supported, and empowered. Whether guiding clients through mindfulness-based practices or evidence-based therapy, she provides a safe space for growth and self-discovery. Beyond the therapy room, you’ll find Ashley facilitating destination yoga retreats around the world, immersed in creative pursuits, embracing the outdoors, or sharing her love for equine assisted modalities with clients seeking deeper healing.
About Our Chef Ashley Chavez: Ashley is a wellness entrepreneur, holistic health educator, and full time life liver, residing in the Morongo Basin. Steeped in the timeless wisdom of Yoga and Ayurveda, her life is her message, and her favorite way to share her gifts is by deeply nourishing her community through cooking. Ashley’s family style meals and down-to-earth approach to healthy living invite you to return to a state of wholeness- "Food is the most grounding and connective bridge to another person's heart and soul.”