PRIVATE CEREMONIAL RETREAT

Experience Your Journey, Your Way with Expert Guidance

PRIVATE RETREATS AT THE SENTINEL

Please note that the number of nights to stay is a minimum requirement and we suggest adding an extra night or two to enhance integration.

The Sentinel offers three distinct types of personalized private medicine retreats, each designed to provide a profound and transformative experience. Our approach integrates ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic techniques, tailored specifically to your individual needs.

All sessions are conducted in a safe and supportive environment, focusing on your personal growth and healing. Each guide on our faculty team is fully trained and dedicated to providing a transformative experience that honours your unique journey.

Founders Private Retreat

You are invited to work with the founders of The Sentinel, Gillian Maxwell and Richard Kay. They facilitate private ceremonies, bringing 20 years of experience in all areas of the psychedelic and plant medicine world. Richard is currently writing a book “Presence: A State of Being” which is a culmination of their shared experiences and comprehensive knowledge.
You might have seen them on the Netflix Goop Lab Episode 1 Season 1 – Healing Trip or you might be a member of the Psychedelic Association of Canada that was founded at the Sentinel.
When asked why they do this work, they’ll both tell you that their vision is to realize the full potential of humanity, and this is one way they fulfill on their commitment. They combine various modalities and their approaches complement each other, with Gillian’s IFS (Internal Family Systems) and Parts work assisting Richard’s channelled guides, creating a unique experience that they believe is not replicated elsewhere.
They are honoured to offer this work, which they consider sacred, and strive to bring this reverence to every moment of every day of their lives. RATES

Jaguar Private Retreat

In the Jaguar Private Retreat, Richard channels three spirit guides who work collectively to identify and release energies that no longer serve you. Assisted by Gillian, you will be held, witnessed, and seen in this sacred space. The Jaguar medicine ceremony serves as a powerful gateway to transformative healing. Together, Richard and Gillian, as leaders in the psychedelic and plant medicine community, support you in realizing your full potential in this lifetime. RATES

Faculty-Guide Private Retreat

Over the past six years, The Sentinel has cultivated a trusted faculty of guides, many of whom have been trained at The Sentinel and vetted for their exceptional skills. Your private retreat will be led by two of these guides, each bringing their unique gifts to the process and committed to supporting you in achieving your full potential. RATES

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

– A minimum two-night stay is required. We recommend adding an extra night or two to enhance integration and support your process.
– All medicine work is conducted in accordance with best practices, policies, and procedures. Participants must be 18 years or older and pass our screening process.

SCREENING PROCESS

The screening process begins with a confidential Pre-Treatment Questionnaire, followed by an Intake Call to discuss your intentions for the work. We will explore your curiosity, personal history, health status, and the type of support that will best facilitate your healing.

Embark on your transformative journey with us at The Sentinel.

THE TRADITIONAL PLANTS

We are honoured to offer private retreats with experienced and trusted medicine carriers of the following traditional plants:

Desert Medicine: Also known as Andean Heart or San Pedro, this sacred plant medicine comes from the Echinopsis Pachanoi cactus, native to the Andes mountains. Recipients often experience heart opening, trauma healing, and relief from depression, PTSD, mood disorders, anxiety, chronic pain, and addictions.

Amazonian Medicine: Made from the stems of the Banisteriopsis caapi vine and leaves of the Psychotria viridis shrub, this sacred plant medicine has been traditionally used by Indigenous cultures in the Amazon basin. It is known for its ability to heal various psychosomatic issues, with recipients reporting improvements in depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges.

Forest Medicine: This naturally occurring compound is produced by over 200 species of fungi. Forest Medicine therapy is beneficial for alleviating symptoms of treatment-resistant depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other mental health issues. It has also shown effectiveness in easing fear and anxiety in individuals with terminal cancer.

If you have any general questions regarding this process or about our private ceremony retreats please contact Dayna at dayna@sentinelbc.ca

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