Jun
19
to Jun 21

Shadow Journey: MDMA Retreat

Dive deep into heart-centered healing.

This transformative retreat combines the healing power of MDMA with somatic practices to support profound breakthroughs. Designed as a safe and nurturing space, it invites you to explore deep healing and personal growth.

Participants often experience enhanced emotional connection, reduced fear and anxiety, and heightened empathy—creating the conditions to meet their shadow with understanding, compassion, and acceptance.

Whether you're seeking relief from emotional wounds or physical symptoms, deeper self-awareness, healing from past trauma, healthier relationships, freedom from limiting beliefs, or a renewed sense of creativity and purpose, this retreat offers a genuine path to transformation.

What’s Included

  • Free 1:1 Call: A friendly conversation with Josie. She’ll get to know you, go over a medical intake for safety, and offer you space to ask questions.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: A 60-minute Zoom session with Josie to build rapport, clarify intentions, and prepare for your inner journey.

  • Shadow Journey Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this two night retreat offers the ideal environment for deep introspection and heart-centered healing.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Yoga + Somatic Practices

  • Breathwork + Meditation

  • Journaling + Integration

  • Ceremony + Connection

  • Nourishing food + Lodging

  • Beach Walks + Sunsets

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, enjoy a 60-minute Zoom session with Josie to help integrate your experiences into daily life.

Your Guides

  • Josie Kramer, MA, LMT, CYT, CHC

    Josie is a Somatic Therapist, Transpersonal Guide, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. With warmth and expertise, she creates a space this is compassionate, grounded, and deeply supportive.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He holds space with grounded presence, ensuring each participant feels safe, seen, and supported throughout the retreat.

Details

  • This offering is donation-based — no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

  • Transportation to and from Vikara is included.

  • Group size is limited to 8 participants.

    Book your free 1:1 call today! (310) 736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

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Jul
10
to Jul 12

Return Voyage: Psilocybin Retreat

Feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about your path?

Return Voyage is a transformative retreat designed to help you navigate life’s challenges and reconnect with your true self. Through the healing power of psilocybin, somatic practices, and deep inner work, this immersive journey supports the release of unconscious blocks and the awakening of your creative and spiritual potential.

Whether you’re seeking deeper meaning, healing from past trauma, facing relationship challenges, or moving through a major life transition, this retreat offers a safe and supportive space to transcend limitations, and live with greater purpose, clarity, and courage.

Participants often experience a dissolving of emotional and mental barriers, gaining access to expanded states of consciousness—opening the door to deeper layers of the psyche and profound personal insight.

What’s Included

  • Free 1:1 Call: A friendly conversation with Josie. She’ll get to know you, go over a medical intake for safety, and offer you space to ask questions.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: A 60-minute Zoom session with Josie to build rapport, clarify intentions, and prepare for your inner journey.

  • Return Voyage Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this two night retreat offers the ideal environment for inner exploration and expanded awareness.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Yoga + Somatic Practices

  • Breathwork + Meditation

  • Journaling + Integration

  • Ceremony + Connection

  • Nourishing food + Lodging

  • Beach Walks + Sunsets

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, enjoy a 60-minute Zoom session with Josie to help integrate your experiences into daily life.

Your Guides

  • Josie Kramer, MA, LMT, CYT, CHC

    Josie is a Somatic Therapist, Transpersonal Guide, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. With warmth and expertise, she creates a space this is compassionate, grounded, and deeply supportive.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He holds space with grounded presence, ensuring each participant feels safe, seen, and supported throughout the retreat.

Details

  • This offering is donation-based — no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

  • Transportation to and from Vikara is included.

  • Group size is limited to 8 participants.

    Book your free 1:1 call today! (310) 736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

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Aug
14
to Aug 16

Shadow Journey: MDMA Retreat

Dive deep into heart-centered healing.

This transformative retreat combines the healing power of MDMA with somatic practices to support profound breakthroughs. Designed as a safe and nurturing space, it invites you to explore deep healing and personal growth.

Participants often experience enhanced emotional connection, reduced fear and anxiety, and heightened empathy—creating the conditions to meet their shadow with understanding, compassion, and acceptance.

Whether you're seeking relief from emotional wounds or physical symptoms, deeper self-awareness, healing from past trauma, healthier relationships, freedom from limiting beliefs, or a renewed sense of creativity and purpose, this retreat offers a genuine path to transformation.

What’s Included

  • Free 1:1 Call: A friendly conversation with Josie. She’ll get to know you, go over a medical intake for safety, and offer you space to ask questions.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: A 60-minute Zoom session with Josie to build rapport, clarify intentions, and prepare for your inner journey.

  • Shadow Journey Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this two night retreat offers the ideal environment for deep introspection and heart-centered healing.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Yoga + Somatic Practices

  • Breathwork + Meditation

  • Journaling + Integration

  • Ceremony + Connection

  • Nourishing food + Lodging

  • Beach Walks + Sunsets

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, enjoy a 60-minute Zoom session with Josie to help integrate your experiences into daily life—turning transformative moments into lasting change.

Your Guides

  • Josie Kramer, MA, LMT, CYT, CHC

    Josie is a Somatic Therapist, Transpersonal Guide, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. With warmth and expertise, she creates a trauma-informed space this is compassionate, grounded, and deeply supportive.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He holds space with grounded presence, ensuring each participant feels safe, seen, and supported throughout the retreat.

Details

  • This offering is donation-based — no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

  • Transportation to and from Vikara is included.

  • Group size is limited to 8 participants.

    Book your free 1:1 call today! (310) 736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

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May
22
to May 24

Return Voyage: Psilocybin Retreat

Feeling stuck, disconnected, or uncertain about your path?

The Return Voyage is a transformative retreat designed to help you navigate life’s challenges and reconnect with your true self. Through the healing power of psilocybin, somatic practices, and deep introspection, this immersive experience will guide you to heal layers of the unconscious and awaken your creative and spiritual potential.

Whether you’re seeking deeper meaning, healing from past trauma, facing relationship challenges, or navigating a life transition, this retreat offers a safe, supportive space to release fear, transcend limitations, and step into your most authentic self. Free yourself from societal roles and daily burdens as you embrace growth, renewal, and a deeper connection to life’s mysteries.

Participants often experience a dissolving of mental and emotional barriers, gaining access to deeper layers of their psyche, higher states of consciousness, and profound personal insights.

Join us on this powerful journey to live with more purpose, creativity, and courage!

What’s Included:

  • Free 1:1 Call: Begin your journey with a friendly chat with Josie. She’ll get to know you, go over a medical intake for safety, and give you space to ask questions or share any concerns.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: Engage in a 60-minute Zoom session with Josie to establish rapport, set clear intentions, and prepare for the transformative journey ahead.

  • Return Voyage Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this two night retreat creates the ideal environment for deep introspection and personal growth.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Yoga + Somatic Practices

  • Breathwork + Meditation

  • Journaling + Integration

  • Ceremony + Connection

  • Nourishing food + Lodging

  • Beach Walks + Sunsets

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, you'll get a 60-minute Zoom session with Josie to help you integrate your experiences into daily life. She’ll guide you in transforming your  insights into clear steps for growth, resilience, and self-empowerment.

Your GuideS

  • Josie Kramer, MA, LMT, CYT, CHC

    Josie is a Somatic Therapist, Transpersonal Guide, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. She creates a compassionate and supportive space for healing and transformation.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He ensures the safety and well-being of each participant during their retreat, grounding the journey in empathy, authenticity, and his own lived experiences.

DetailS

  • This offering is donation-based — no one will be turned away for lack of funds

  • Limited to a maximum of 6 participants

  • Book your free 1:1 call today! (310)736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

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Apr
10
to Apr 12

Shadow Journey - MDMA Retreat

Dive deep into heart-centered healing

This transformative retreat combines the power of therapeutic MDMA with integrative healing practices to support profound breakthroughs. Designed as a safe and nurturing space, it invites you to explore deep healing and personal growth.

Participants often experience enhanced emotional connection, reduced fear and anxiety, and heightened empathy, allowing them to confront personal challenges and embrace their shadow with understanding, compassion, and acceptance.

Whether you're seeking relief from emotional wounds or physical symptoms, deeper self-awareness, healing from past trauma, healthier relationships, freedom from limiting beliefs, or a renewed sense of creativity and purpose, this retreat offers a genuine path to freedom.

What’s IncludeD

  • Free 1:1 Call: Start your journey with a friendly chat with Josie, where she takes the time to get to know you and introduces a medical intake to ensure suitability and safety. It's also the perfect chance to ask any questions or share any concerns you may have.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: Engage in two 60-minute online sessions with Josie to establish rapport, set clear intentions, and prepare for the transformative journey ahead.

  • Shadow Journey Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this two night retreat creates the ideal environment for deep introspection and personal growth.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Beach walks

  • Gentle yoga

  • Meditation & breathwork

  • Sound healing

  • Guided journaling

  • Intimate group ceremony

  • Hands-on bodywork

  • Nourishing, organic meals

  • Overnight accommodations

  • Sharing circles

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, receive an additional 60-minute online session with Josie to help integrate your experiences into daily life. In this focused session, Josie will support you in transforming your insights into actionable steps for growth, resilience, and self-empowerment.

Your Guides

  • Josie Kramer, MA, LMT, CYT, CHC, PhD Candidate

    Josie is a Therapist, Somatic Practitioner, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. She creates a compassionate and supported space for healing and transformation.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He ensures the safety and well-being of each participant during their retreat, grounding the journey in empathy, authenticity, and his own lived experiences.

Details

  • Suggested donation: $1,500

  • Limited to a maximum of 6 participants

  • Book your free 1:1 call today! (310) 736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

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Jan
23
to Jan 25

Seven Realms Retreat

Sacred Medicine + Chakra Balancing

Step into a transformative journey that combines the healing power of sacred medicine with chakra balancing, fostering a deeper connection to your inner self. Participants often experience a dissolving of mental and emotional barriers, granting them access to deeper layers of their psyche, opening doors to higher states of consciousness, and connecting them with profound insights.

Whether you're seeking relief from emotional wounds or physical symptoms, deeper self-awareness, a new direction in life, healing from past trauma, healthier relationships, freedom from limiting beliefs, or cultivating spiritual growth and creativity, our Seven Realms Retreat offers a unique and holistic path to awakening mind, body, and spirit.

What’s Included:

  • Free 1-1 Call: Start your journey with a friendly chat with Josie, where she takes the time to get to know you and introduces a medical intake to ensure suitability and safety. It's also the perfect chance to ask any questions or share any concerns you may have.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: Engage in two 60-minute online sessions with Josie to establish rapport, set clear intentions, and prepare for the transformative journey ahead. During these sessions, Josie will introduce Somatic Experiencing - a holistic approach designed to deepen your mind-body connection and support your healing process.

  • Seven Realms Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this one night retreat creates the ideal environment for deep introspection and personal growth. Under Josie’s guidance you'll experience the transformative power of Sacred Medicine.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Beach walks

  • Gentle yoga

  • Meditation & breathwork

  • Sound healing

  • Guided journaling

  • Intimate group ceremony

  • Hands-on bodywork

  • Nourishing, organic meals

  • Overnight accommodations

  • Sharing circles

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, receive an additional 60-minute online session with Josie to help integrate your experiences into daily life. In this focused session, Josie will support you in transforming your insights into actionable steps for growth, resilience, and self-empowerment.

Your Guides:

  • Josie Kramer, MA, CYT, CHC, LMT, PhD Student in Psychology

    Josie is a Transpersonal Guide, Somatic Practitioner, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. She creates a compassionate and supported space for healing and transformation.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He ensures the safety and well-being of each participant during their retreat, grounding the journey in empathy, authenticity, and his own lived experiences.

Details:

  • Suggested donation is $1,000

  • Limited to a maximum of 6 participants

  • Book your free 1-1 call today! (310)736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

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Jan
16
to Jan 18

Shadow Journey Retreat

HEART MEDICINE + SOMATIC HEALING

Step into a transformative journey that blends the healing power of heart medicine with somatic practices, fostering deep emotional and physical breakthroughs. Participants often experience enhanced emotional connection, reduced fear and anxiety, and heightened empathy, making it easier to confront personal challenges and embrace their shadow self with understanding, love, compassion, and forgiveness.

Whether you're seeking relief from emotional wounds or physical symptoms, deeper self-awareness, a new direction in life, healing from past trauma, healthier relationships, freedom from limiting beliefs, or cultivating spiritual growth and creativity, our Shadow Journey Retreat offers a unique and holistic path to awakening mind, body, and spirit.

What’s Included:

  • Free 1-1 Call: Start your journey with a friendly chat with Josie, where she takes the time to get to know you and introduces a medical intake to ensure suitability and safety. It's also the perfect chance to ask any questions or share any concerns you may have.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: Engage in two 60-minute online sessions with Josie to establish rapport, set clear intentions, and prepare for the transformative journey ahead. During these sessions, Josie will introduce Somatic Experiencing - a body based form of psychotherapy.

  • Shadow Journey Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this two night retreat creates the ideal environment for deep introspection and personal growth. Under Josie’s guidance, you'll experience the transformative power of Sacred Medicine.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Beach walks

  • Gentle yoga

  • Meditation & breathwork

  • Sound healing

  • Guided journaling

  • Intimate group ceremony

  • Hands-on bodywork

  • Nourishing, organic meals

  • Overnight accommodations

  • Sharing circles

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, receive an additional 60-minute online session with Josie to help integrate your experiences into daily life. In this focused session, Josie will support you in transforming your insights into actionable steps for growth, resilience, and self-empowerment.

Your Guides:

  • Josie Kramer, MA, CYT, CHC, LMT, PhD Student

    Josie is a Transpersonal Therapist, Somatic Practitioner, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. She creates a compassionate and supported space for healing and transformation.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He ensures the safety and well-being of each participant during their retreat, grounding the journey in empathy, authenticity, and his own lived experiences.

Details:

  • Suggested donation: $1,000

  • Limited to a maximum of 6 participants

  • Book your free 1-1 call today! (310) 736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

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Dec
30
9:30 AM09:30

Shadow Journey Retreat

HEART MEDICINE + SOMATIC HEALING

Embark on a transformative journey that blends the healing power of heart medicine with somatic practices, fostering deep emotional and physical breakthroughs. Participants often experience enhanced emotional connection, reduced fear and anxiety, and heightened empathy, making it easier to confront personal challenges and embrace their shadow self with understanding, love, compassion, and forgiveness.

Whether you're seeking relief from emotional wounds or physical symptoms, deeper self-awareness, a new direction in life, healing from past trauma, healthier relationships, freedom from limiting beliefs, or cultivating spiritual growth and creativity, the Shadow Journey Retreat offers a unique and holistic path to awakening—mind, body, and spirit.

What’s Included:

  • Free 1:1 Call: Start your journey with a friendly chat with Josie, where she takes the time to get to know you and introduces a medical intake to ensure suitability and safety. It's also the perfect chance to ask any questions or share any concerns you may have.

  • Pre-Retreat Preparation: Engage in two 60-minute online sessions with Josie to establish rapport, set clear intentions, and prepare for the transformative journey ahead. During these sessions, Josie will introduce Somatic Experiencing - a body based form of psychotherapy.

  • Shadow Journey Retreat: Held at the beautiful Vikara Center, this two night retreat creates the ideal environment for deep introspection and personal growth. Under Josie’s guidance, you'll experience the transformative power of Sacred Medicine.

Retreat Inclusions:

  • Beach walks

  • Gentle yoga

  • Meditation & breathwork

  • Sound healing

  • Guided journaling

  • Spiritual rituals

  • Intimate group ceremony

  • Hands-on bodywork

  • Nourishing, organic meals

  • Overnight accommodations

  • Sharing circle

  • Post-Retreat Integration: After the retreat, receive an additional 60-minute online session with Josie to help integrate your experiences into daily life. In this focused session, Josie will support you in transforming your insights into actionable steps for growth, resilience, and self-empowerment.

Your Guides:

  • Josie Kramer, MA, CYT, CHC, LMT, PhD Student

    Josie is a Transpersonal Therapist, Somatic Practitioner, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Health Coach, Bodyworker, and Co-founder of Vikara Center, dedicated to empowering individuals on their healing journey. Through her compassionate and experienced approach, she creates a nurturing space for profound transformation.

  • Brian MacLaggan

    Brian is an Entrepreneur, Transpersonal Support Guide, and Co-founder of Vikara Center. He ensures the safety and well-being of each participant during their retreat, grounding the journey in empathy, authenticity, and his own lived experiences.

Details:

  • Suggested donation: $1,000

  • Upcoming retreat dates: January 16-18, February 20-22

  • Limited to a maximum of 5 participants

  • Book your free 1:1 call today! (310) 736-5856 | josie@josie-kramer.com

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