Come home to yourself
Nourish your spirit, unlock your potential, reclaim your inner radiance
Women’s Retreats with Dr. Gertrude Lyons
A look back at the transformative journeys of 2025—and an invitation to join us in 2026.
A year of transformation
In 2025, women from across the globe joined together in sacred spaces to reflect, reconnect, and rewrite their stories. Through ritual, myth, movement, and community, we created unforgettable experiences of belonging and renewal.
Fireside Gatherings & Storytelling
Sacred Connection with Nature
Daily Rituals and Embodied Practices
Sisterhood and Deep Belonging
Journaling & Reflection Time
Moments of Silence and Integration
What People Are Saying
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"The trips and experiences, and the accommodations were above expectations. The value in meeting other women outside my normal circle was also immense. I did not particularly focus that much on "self-mothering", the topic of the retreat, but looking back, I see the experience of Ireland as being very mothering, it's a very feminine country and I felt soothed being there. Even the ground is soft and enveloping! I also really enjoyed the hard 4 mile hike in the middle of the night even though I didn't really enjoy it at the moment. It was for sure memorable! I liked the idea of going into the dark in the night, but didn't think we needed to focus on the astrology of it (already discussed with G). The falconry experience was also totally wild.... I liked hearing about reclaiming gossip and some of the other pieces that Gertrude brought in and read to us about..."
Jill D.
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"The Ireland Embrace retreat was the balm for my soul I didn't even know I was seeking. To spend time with women who were committed to their wellness and open to life-shifting magic was incredibly nourishing. Gertrude's home on the coast was itself all the medicine I could have asked for: from walks and swims on the beach, to time in the sauna, to writing in the snug room, to my gorgeous, comfortable bedroom, to the views from the dining room where we gathered every morning and evening with delicious food, all encased in such a beautifully designed residence. Yet, Gertrude provided so much more than a peaceful locale - she facilitated deeply spiritual sessions both at home and in the stunning environs of Kerry. Every day was wonderfully curated and tied together with her guidance. I couldn't have asked for anything more for this life-shifting week."
Liana O.
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"I'm always moved by how women come together in a space like this as strangers. And within days, we are all so close. We're sisters. We went through an incredible journey of leaving things behind, reclaiming parts of ourselves and really rewriting motherhood for ourselves together, individually and collectively. It was amazing.
Aine R.
Join Us in 2026
Our 2026 retreats will continue to deepen the Self-Mothering journey. Details are still unfolding, but we invite you to be the first to know when registration opens.
March Mexico Retreat
July Ireland Retreat
August Ireland Retreat
