A step towards optimal mind-body health and a more aligned, peaceful life.
REWIRE is a 6 night immersive retreat that cultivates deep self-awareness and self-compassion. Rooted in trauma-informed care, neuroscience and integrative wellbeing, this retreat is an opportunity to honour your own individual needs, with a chance to curate the programme to exactly where you are in order to restore your body's natural balance.
The second edition of REWIRE starts May 25, 2026.
There are 2 spots remaining.
Step away from the noise and into a sanctuary of relaxation, movement, and reconnection.
Somatic Practice
The body holds what the mind can't always reach. Through movement, sensation tracking, and body-based exercises, we work with releasing stress, tension and trauma stored in the body in a safe and conscious way.
Stillness
Through yin yoga, meditation, and quiet time in nature, we create the conditions for something deeper to surface. The nervous system heals in stillness, not just in release.
Nervous System Education
Each day includes a teaching session grounded in Polyvagal Theory, neuroscience, and trauma-informed care, translated into language you can actually feel and use.
Altered States of Consciousness
Carefully held and clinically informed, our altered state sessions use breathwork and intentional practice to access parts of the system that ordinary awareness can't reach.
Breathwork
Breath is one of the most direct pathways into the nervous system. We work across a spectrum, from gentle regulation practices to deeper altered-state sessions that allow the body to release what it's been holding.
Nature Immersion
The nervous system regulates in nature. Walks, grounding practices, and time with the land at the farm in Ericeira form a quiet thread running through the whole retreat.
This is for you if:
This program is ideal for anyone seeking relief from physical and emotional stress, wanting to revive their natural vital energy or craving more connection to themselves, others and the environment. It's a space to replant yourself in your body and experience deep inner peace.
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You wish to align mind, body and consciousness.
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You're striving for authenticity, purpose and wholeness.
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You want to experience deep connection to yourself, others and the natural environment in a safe and intentional way.
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You're a burnt-out professional, caregiver, or highly attuned to others.
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You experience anxiety, overthinking, or nervous system dysregulation.
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You experience auto-immune symptoms, physical tension, or emotional fatigue.
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You're curious about the nervous system, somatics, and the body's wisdom.
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You crave release, relaxation, and embodied presence.
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You wish to plant new roots after a period of depletion.
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You wish to integrate and reset after an intense transition.
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You want to strengthen your physical and mental resilience
This may not be for you if you:
To ensure this retreat remains a safe and supportive space for all, it may not be the right fit if you:
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Are in an acute mental health crisis.
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Are seeking clinical therapy, psychiatric treatment, or medical detox.
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This retreat is educational and somatic in nature, not a replacement for 1:1 clinical care.
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Are uncomfortable with gentle movement, guided touch (self or optional partner-based), or exploring inner sensations.
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Are not open to group process, introspection, or emotional exploration in a respectful, shared space.
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Need a performance-oriented environment. This space prioritizes slowness, softness, and nonlinear healing.
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Are actively using substances in a way that may interfere with presence or group safety.
We honor that self-care looks different for everyone. If you're unsure whether this retreat is a good fit for your needs, we’re happy to chat and explore it together, please reach out.
"Attending this retreat was truly an impactful experience. I came in hoping to reconnect with the real me and left feeling deeply grounded – mentally, emotionally, and spiritually."
Vera, Portugal
An integrative retreat designed to restore your stress response, root into your body, and bloom from peace. Dive deep into the theory and practical tools that build resilience against burnout, chronic stress and illness. Nourish a deep coherent connection to yourself, others and the environment.
What REWIRE Offers
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Through a blend of somatic practice, nervous system education, breath work, stillness, altered states of consciousness and nature immersion, you'll create a lasting internal shift, from tension to grounded vitality.
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6 Theoretical Insight Sessions
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Introduction to the nervous system: Polyvagal theory and regulation
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The effects of stress and overwhelm on mind, body and consciousness
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The importance of somatic and emotional release for nervous system regulation
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Boundaries as a safeguard for peace
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The role of compassion in inner stillness
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The importance of integration
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Included in Your Stay
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Preparation resources
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Full access to amenities, including swimming pool, farm, green areas for reading and journalling
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All meals prepared farm-to-table to detox, nourish and ground
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Equipment (yoga mats, bodywork tools, blankets, art materials)
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Follow-up virtual group integration session
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Somatic & Embodied Practices
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Somatic meditations in nature
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Neurogenic stress, tension, and trauma release
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Restorative yin yoga
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Somatic art therapy
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Grounding sessions
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Deep breathwork: from regulation to altered states of consciousness
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Intensive movement meditation
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Bioenergetic therapies
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Sharing circles and conscious relating group dynamics
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Guided walks and time to reflect
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Optional Add-Ons
Integrative massage (added cost)
Not included: transport to and from Ericeira, personal journal, personal comfort items (water bottle, warm socks, etc).
Programme Outline
"It's hard to find words to express it... I was deeply touched by how a group of strangers transformed into a safe haven, a space of respect, complicity, and acceptance, through surrendering to the process and the possibility of exposing their hearts without fear or judgment."
Sophie, Portugal
"A transformative and enriching experience that opens doors to the journey of self-growth and equips us with useful and fundamental tools for a conscious and rich life."
Jamie, USA
"Sascha really takes the time to break down the nervous system, why regulation is so important, and gives you practical tools to start rewiring. This is far from a standard retreat, Sascha meets you exactly where you are, at whatever pace and depth you need."
Julia, Germany
Facilitator
Sascha Anna Vriend
Clinical Psychologist & Mind-Body Therapist
Sascha is a certified Clinical Psychologist also trained in somatic therapies (mind-body practices and Neo-Reichian therapies including Bioenergetics, Biosynthesis, Vegetotherapy, art therapy, therapeutic yoga and Integrative Massage). Prioritizing holistic and multidisciplinary approaches to health and well-being, she has further specialized in integration and Altered States of Consciousness, mindfully interwoven into her individual and group sessions. She has worked within diverse clinical and creative contexts supporting people with Trauma, chronic illness, and other emotionally challenging conditions, as well as those seeking to enrich or transcend their personal journey within an integrative model where mind, body and spirituality are inextricably linked. Above all, she believes in being of service within an inside-out philosophy, where transformation that starts within the individual naturally emanates out to their relationships, their community and ultimately, the wider ecosystem.
Support Facilitator
Alma Croft
Clinical Psychologist and Body-Oriented Psychotherapist
Clinical Psychologist and Body-Oriented Psychotherapist (bioenergetics, biosynthesis), Neuro-Affective Relational Model (NARM) practitioner and trained in expressive therapies (dance/movement therapy and art therapy) with a long-standing engagement with meditative and contemplative practices. Her work weaves together body, mind, creative expression and awareness, offering an integrated approach. She's worked in clinical, institutional and educational settings across different countries and cultures.
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REWIRE takes place at a beautiful small farm in Valongo, Portugal.
The farm is a 40 minute drive from Lisbon, just north of Ericeira and close to the coast. Our host, Givernie Lowe, will be with us to provide calming guided tours of the animal pastures, surrounding forests and fields, permaculture gardens with vegetables and herbs, and an onsite bakery with a fire oven. Nature immersion will be a central theme, with a pool area and meandering walks all the way to the beach.
The farm has a variety of onsite accommodation options, ranging from private en-suite rooms, to rooms with shared bathrooms, and fully equipped glamping tents. See pricing and options below.
Investment
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REWIRE Retreat
(no accommodation)
€1,250
✓ Full 6 day retreat experience
✓ Full access to all amenities
✓ Daily farm-to-table meals
✓ All materials & equipment
✓ Follow-up virtual integration
✗ Accommodation
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REWIRE Retreat +
Shared room/glamping
From €1,775 (pp)
✓ Everything in the REWIRE Retreat package plus:
✓ Accommodation in a shared glamping tent or room (2 single beds that can be made into a double for couples) fully furnished and equipped with linens, towels and organic soaps from the farm
✓ Shared bathroom
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REWIRE Retreat +
Private room/glamping
From €2,000
✓ Everything in the REWIRE Retreat package plus:
✓ Accommodation in a private glamping tent or private en-suite room fully furnished and equipped with linens, towels and organic soaps from the farm
✓ Private bathroom
*All values are without VAT. Should you require a receipt please notify us and provide your tax details (full name, NIF, address) upon payment of the deposit, as the limit for emission of a personalised receipt is 5 days upon receiving your payment. Will are unable to emit receipts after the retreat date.
Sponsorship and Discounts
In the spirit of community and collective resilience, there are sponsored spaces available on the retreat for a reduced rate. Priority is given to individuals of low income or historically marginalised communities. The initiative aims to promote accessibility and community wellbeing by reducing the financial barriers that often prevent participation in wellness spaces.
Please send an email with your sponsorship request alongside your application form, should you feel this applies to you.
"This retreat offers a beautiful opportunity to understand your nervous system and how it shapes your everyday life. You’ll experience a balanced blend of practical knowledge and somatic practices designed to help you connect deeply with your body and explore the different states of your nervous system."
Andrea, Sweden
