Empowering individuals on their path to sustained healing and spiritual growth through diverse wellness retreats with trauma-informed integration.
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We're not just another retreat—we're a transformative experience with a profound difference. Located in La Fortuna, Costa Rica, and born from a shared vision of healing, we pioneer a blend of spiritual healing modalities and the ancient wisdom of natural, psychedelics, with loving, professional integration. From mediumship, to meditations, to Ayahuasca, psilocybin and many more modalities, we set the stage for a journey that delves deep into the body, mind and spirit to promote lasting change and holistic well-being. Our essence is woven from the threads of authenticity, integrity, and a heartfelt commitment to each individual's path to healing.
While many retreats offer escape, we offer engagement—a continuous path of personal development that begins with our natural healing experiences and flourishes through our tailored integration support. Dragonfly Awakenings stands apart in the realm of mental, physical and spiritual health care, guiding you gently, yet powerfully, through the complexities of healing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and beyond. Our retreat is a sanctuary, where each guest experiences professional wellness care and the soulful touch of ancient and indigenous practices, together as a healing community.
Curious to discover the deeper story behind our unique approach? Eager to meet the compassionate visionaries who founded this sanctuary? Our story is a tapestry of dreams, healing, and connection—yours and ours intertwined.
Embrace the transformative power of natural, holistic healing modalities here at Dragonfly Awakenings. Embark on a grand adventure of healing and growth, guided by ancient modalities and highly skilled facilitators towards awakening, unconditional love and life-long positive transformation.
With deep reverence for Nature, we offer a range of natural healing approaches and medicine retreats, facilitated by skilled and vetted healers to empower self healing. These sacred medicines, revered for centuries, if not millennia, by various ancient, indigenous and shamanic cultures, are gaining increased recognition globally for their profound impact on improving mental, physical, and spiritual health. We also enrich your path to awakening and holistic wellness through a range of spiritual, health and wellbeing modalities and workshops as standalone offers and complimentors to enhance your retreat experience.
Embrace the journey to your higher self with Dragonfly Awakenings. Discover your path to healing and transformation. Each step beckons you towards a life of clarity, connection and holistic wellbeing.
Delve into the ancient wisdom of the Earth. Discover our curated selection of sacred plant and natural medicines like Ayahuasca, psilocybin, bufo, kambo and more. In this page, we cover the origins, practices and benefits of the ceremonial medicines, the bridges to your healthiest, highest self, served here at Dragonfly Awakenings.
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Discover powerful spiritual healing and growth at Dragonfly Awakenings. Our retreat offers a diverse range of modalities like Yoga, Reiki, Mediumship, Breathwork, Community Circles and more. Each practice is a powerful tools for improved holistic wellbeing, deeper self-awareness, heightened inner peace and so much more.
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At Dragonfly Awakenings, we believe in nurturing every aspect of your being. Our spirituality and wellbeing workshops are designed to enrich your journey towards self-discovery, joy and holistic health. From affirmations and guided meditations, to developing your intuition, our workshops are a sanctuary for growth and enlightenment.
See our Spiritual & wellbeing workshopsAt Dragonfly Awakenings, we're all about making the mystical practical through specialist integration. We ask, why struggle to scale the lofty heights of enlightenment, only to miss the peak by not being prepared and getting lost on the way up and down? Healing with natural, especially psychedelic, medicines, is not just about reaching that transformative peak; it's about being optimally prepared for the journey, then weaving the path back into your everyday world without tumbling down.
Our integration approach is a deeply heartfelt dedication to your journey. We recognize that true healing transcends the quick-fix mentality of today's approaches. Instead, we cherish the art of deep, attentive integration as the cornerstone of lasting, positive transformation. It’s not just about change; it’s about change that stays with you, enriching your life and touching the lives of those around you, forever.
As you embark on your journey with us, we guide you through the intricate what's, how's, and why's of pre, during, and post-ceremony integration. Our aim? To ensure you're not just prepared, but profoundly ready to navigate your healing adventure. We want the insights, breakthroughs and healing you experience to be more than brief moments and fond memories — our goal is for them to become enduring rays of light in your life. Equipped with our treasure trove of tools, techniques and nuggets of wisdom, you’ll find that the Dragonfly Awakenings experience is far from ordinary. Imagine a lifetime of love, health, and abundance, all sparked by a week(end) of earnest, heartfelt work with us. That's the magic we offer through our retreats and integration.
Embark on an enchanting journey at Dragonfly Awakenings, where each retreat is a celebration of life, health, spirit, and transformation. We host a range of retreats, with our grand opening being graced by none other than the vibrant presence of the Yawanawa tribe from Brazil. It was a ceremony of love, light and joy like no other. This was not just a retreat, it was a grand celebration, where we all welcomed new beginnings, health and abundance into our lives.
Our opening ceremonies with the Yawanawa was just the beginning of an array of powerful healing experiences. Our healing, integration and wellness retreat center offers a comprehensive range of retreats to nourish your mind, body and soul. From introspective spiritual practices, to gentle yoga and meditation retreats to the potent psychedelic ceremonies with Ayahuasca and psilocybin, each move us towards deep awareness, holistic wellbeing and inner peace. Every aspect of our retreats are infused with the essence of spiritual enrichment and personal growth. Your journey with us will be a tapestry of memorable moments, guided by the benevolent spirits of nature, our team of certified integration coaches and your higher self.
Step into a world where every moment of every retreat is an opportunity for connection, healing, and growth. At Dragonfly Awakenings, we invite you to immerse yourself in a holistic experience, intricately weaving together the rich tapestry of ancient traditions, the warmth of community spirit, and the journey of personal transformation. For more details about our retreats, including what's included, the array of extras, the treasures waiting in our store, and a glimpse into our future offerings, visit our comprehensive retreat offering page below. Your path to awakening is just a click away.
Attended a customized private retreat, October 2024
"Discover the Exceptional Retreat Center!
Teresa and Denise truly exceeded all expectations, delivering an exceptional experience from the very first introductory call all the way through the entirety of the retreat. Their team skillfully crafted a sacred space that provided the ideal environment for fostering health, wellness, and personal growth.
The property exudes a soothing energy, making it an ideal place for those seeking healing and self-care."
Attended Digging Deep Into Your Soul,
A Spiritual Retreat for Women, July 2024
"Nourishment for my soul!
I attended the 2024 inaugural women's retreat and it was absolutely wonderful! The retreat was well organized, intentional and orchestrated by women of integrity who are deeply caring.I wanted a retreat where I could meet, heal and interact with powerful divine feminines and my every expectation was met with flying colors.The retreat included and was packed with well considered interactive events and powerful healing sessions.I felt so beautifully held and each soul I encountered was a treasure to behold. The food was so fresh, delicious and so nourishing. The chef and his partner cooked with love and care and it was evident.The property is very special and healing in so many ways from the powerful labyrinth, beautiful flowers, trees, birds and the land which feels so sacred.Many thanks and deep gratitude to Denise, Ramona, Theresa and the divinely aligned and powerful healers you assembled!"
Attended Awaken Your Spirit: Plant Medicine Retreat with the Yawanawa of Brazil, February 2024
"Amazing Energy to Experience Here!
I attended my first ayahuasca ceremony at dragonfly and it was extremely well facilitated. The expertise of the shamans they selected was top rate and their attention to the care and well being of all participants was very impressive. These ladies have created a very safe and inviting place to discover oneself through plant medicine.
Thank you to each of you for sharing your talents and your dedication."
Attended An Ancestral Shamanic Medicine Retreat with Taita Juanito, May 2024
"Great Experience!
If you’re looking for somewhere safe to do your plant medicine ceremonies.. This is it! These women are amazing and they genuinely CARE. I felt so taken care of at all times. I’ve been to a few places and this has been my favorite so far. The food was great. Quiet location where you can really connect with nature. Will definitely be back! "
Attended Awaken your Spirit: Plant Medicine Retreat with the Yawanawa of Brazil, February 2024
"Magical, safe, beautiful, peaceful, restorative, warm, nurturing, loving. These are but a few words to describe this truly beautiful place filled with so much LOVE. Teresa, Denise, and Ramona are an incredible team. From the moment you arrive, you will be surrounded by warmth and genuine care for your well-being. The land is magical. The ceremony space offers amazing views of Arenal and serenades from birdsongs and howler monkeys. The bunkhouse, showers, and jacuzzi are lovely and add the perfect touch of comfort. I can’t say enough about the beautiful women who have created this space and the special energy that abounds."
Attended private one-on-one sessions, April 2024
"Yours to discover!
While visiting La Fortuna, I got the call to visit this retreat centre.It was the highlight of my 9-week stay in Costa Rica.A benevolent energy inhabits this land.There I met three beautiful women, each with her own energy and gifts.I hope to return in the near future to experience herbal plant medicine."
Attended An Ancestral Shamanic Medicine Retreat with Taita Juanito, May 2024
"I think Dragonfly awakenings is the best!I have spent six years going to all kinds of these healing centers throughout Costa Rica and South America and have had the most amazing experiences with all of them. Dragonfly Awakenings is a new venue that has been built with the vision of traditional healing keeping true to the ancient practices of genuine spiritual healers following the traditions of indigenous south and Central American culture..Ramona, Theresa and Denise are the embodiment of pure joyful love and dedication to spiritual well-being. I have watched them create what is shaping up to be the most beautiful spiritual centers around. This is a labor of love and dedication to building a better world.I had one of the most profound experiences of my life in the week I was there and I would recommend it to anyone who is interested in changing their lives for the better . I’ll be back!"
Attended multiple events, 2024
I can't say enough good things about Dragonfly Awakenings! The wonderful women behind the centre are so integral, genuine and heart-centered. I feel safe and at home whenever I get the privilege to be there. They hold a beautiful container on the perfect piece of land, that is ideal for healing, reflection and inner work. The food is also amazingly nourishing and feeds not only the body, but the soul ;)"
Attended Awaken Your Spirit: Plant Medicine Retreat with the Yawanawa of Brazil, February 2024
"My new favourite spot!
This was an amazing experience full of deep healing. I cannot thank Dragonfly enough for everything. The space is BEAUTIFUL and the scenery as well. Having an Aya experience for the second time and this surpassed my first experience by far.I cannot wait to come back.Thank you Denise, Ramona and Teresa for the warm welcome and caring about my stay."
Attended Awaken Your Spirit: Plant Medicine Retreat with the Yawanawa of Brazil, February 2024
"What a wonderful hidden gem. From the beautiful gate to the labyrinth on the grounds the ladies who own this place have put a lot of love time and wisdom into this space to make it a powerful place of healing and deep work.My experience of this was seamless, all my needs were met and it exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend."
Attended Awaken Your Spirit: Plant Medicine Retreat with the Yawanawa of Brazil, February 2024
"I had a beautiful, profound and lifechanging time at Dragonfly Awakenings. The opening ceremonies were amazing, the space is wonderful and the integration approach (super important) is the best I have experienced over several years of working with many retreats and some of 'the best in the world'. Can't wait to return when the time is right. Thank you"
Attended An ancestral shamanic plant medicine with Taita Juanito, May 2024
"I highly recommend Dragonfly Awakenings as a safe and nurturing center to do deep, sacred work. I recently experienced sacred medicine here - Teresa, Denise, and Ramona were caring, attentive, and ensured our well-being throughout. The setting was picturesque with the view of Arenal right from the rancho and the sound of birds surrounding you. The food was delicious and they even had an amazing sound bath on the 2nd night to help prepare us for the work, making us feel at ease and ready. If you're looking to do some deep healing work in a safe space surrounded by love, I encourage you to check these ladies out."
Attended An Ancestral Shamanic Medicine Retreat with Taita Junito, May 2024
"Can't recommend enough! These girls are now like family to me. They deeply care about everyone that enters their beautiful retreat. They care so much about our safety, and give so much guidance. When I was at the retreat I heard many people say this was the best retreat they had been to! Stop looking and come here !!."
"Teresa has been instrumental in helping me on my healing journey towards being the best possible version of myself I can be. When I was super low after the ending of an abusive relationship, Teresa's gentle kindness in her yoga classes opened my heart and opened my eyes towards where I wanted to be putting my energy. She helped me remember that I had goodness and light and helped me remember to tap into my own strength. I continued to see her for reiki and yoga and mentorship and through all of it, she guided me in exactly the right direction. She is an amazing intuitive, a beautiful open soul and has such a strong expansive heart. Anyone who gets to spend time with Teresa knows that she is an angel and healing force in our world. Even now, whenever I feel low or in the depths of darkness, I just picture being held in her arms and I feel her spirit reach out to me and encourage and support me wherever I am. I highly recommend Teresa as a guide and healer. "
Ramona facilitated my entrance into plant medicine a few years ago and is still my beautiful teacher, friend and medicine sister today. She first held space with me at a plant medicine retreat that she facilitated in Costa Rica. She prepared me with her knowledge of the plant healing path. Her personal tutelage of plant medicine and the deep healing it provided, eased my apprehension and fear immensely. She also provided personal care as an assistant to the server, during my first and very powerful experience. I believe her true calling is to be in service to others through love, faith and higher consciousness.
“Denise has such a gift of making you feel comfortable and has really given me a different view of death and afterlife. I am now incredibly more aware of the connection with my parents that have passed on and feel their presence in my life daily. I would encourage anyone not to miss a chance to spend time with her because she truly has a beautiful gift to share. 💕”
“I couldn’t speak more highly of the time I have spent with Teresa! She is a strong soul committed to authentically standing in her truth. Her gifts are undeniable as she dances with spirit to beautifully serve and impact the Kingdom. She is a steadfast source of wisdom, guidance and most importantly love. The conveyance was rich with details and divinity. I will forever be grateful for this experience as I can honestly say it helped heal and open my heart.”
“Before I began working with Ramona, I felt disconnected and a little shattered. Her assistance before, during and after my ceremony made this one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. She helped me find a better me, which was dormant for a long time. I now feel a better connection to everything and everyone. I have never felt so much love and am forever grateful to Ramona for her part in this.”
"I started seeing Denise during a time when I had lost my partner and in turn also lost myself. Working with her helped me gain coping skills to manage my grief. Continuing to see her allowed me to gain closure and a new perspective and in turn a new life. I am forever grateful to her."
"I have had many Reiki sessions with Teresa and I cannot recommend her enough. When life gets tough, she calms me down and resets me so I am ready to start again. My ability to feel positive energy has increased and I am much happier and can rise above negativity much easier now. No session is the same. I always feel clear headed, healthy, balanced and loved after a session."
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