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Therapist Retreat in Playa del Carmen

Palmaïa, the House of Aïa – Playa Del Carmen, Mexico

December 9th – December 14th, 2024

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About the Retreat

Immerse yourself in our Vicarious Trauma CE Program or Treating Couples with EMDR CE Program at Palmaïa – The House of AïA in Riviera Maya. Enjoy experiential self-care exercises during a 5-night, all-inclusive stay at a beachfront resort with high-quality meals, drinks, and snacks. Accommodations range from single rooms to family-friendly spaces. Palmaïa’s location, between a white sand beach and cenotes by the jungle, enhances the experience. The Architects of Life program, led by the resident Shaman, includes cacao ceremonies, yoga, sound healing, meditation, plant ceremonies, and ancient rituals. The Rituals of Sound program features deep beats and electronic music with acoustic overlays. Families can benefit from the Waldorf-inspired Child’s Center. Note: Travel, flights, and optional activities are extra.

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Location and Venue

Palmaïa stands apart with its location between a pristine white sand beach and cool-water
cenotes on the cusp of the undisturbed jungle, and thoughtful programming created for guests to
explore and step outside their usual comfort zones. The Architects of Life program, led by the
resident Shaman, offers personal growth practices such as cacao ceremonies, yoga, multi
vibrational sound healing, meditation, plant ceremonies, and ancient practices. While the Rituals
of Sound program features experimental musicians, who transport guests through curated deep
beats and deep-fusion electronic music with acoustic overlays.

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About the Instructor

Arilda Surridge is a Certified EMDR Therapist, an EMDRIA Consultant in Training, an approved Clinical Supervisor, and a Gottman Couples Therapy Level 3 trained therapist. She is also a Gottman Leader in Leading “7 Principles for Making a Marriage Work”. She is specialized working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and couple’s. Additionally she has focused and specialized experience with working with early trauma, complex PTSD, recent and ongoing traumatic stress, treating affairs, and treating other mental health providers.

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Ready for A Transformative Experience?

Reserve your spot today for our upcoming retreat in Mexico. We have activities and learning modules planned so you can make your educational experience fun!

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