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A Soulful Invitation to a Sacred Land
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A retreat designed exclusively for you
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in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Feb 5-9, 2026

​Awaken your body, mind, and soul at Sagrada Holistic Ranch, a nature-inspired holistic ranch in the countryside of San Miguel De Allende, Mexico.

​This exclusive 5-day, 4-night retreat, co-hosted with Alejandro Castro Croy, is a restorative sanctuary designed for therapists, helpers and healers to heal burnout, restore their spirit, and reconnect with their purpose. 

Join us for this small group retreat February 5-9, 2026.

Your retreat will include daily yoga, sound bath sessions, guided meditation, shamanic journey work, centering sessions, creative art and mandala sessions, Jungian archetype sessions, energy clearings, delicious vegetarian meals prepared by the team of local chefs from the retreat center. Your days will be the perfect balance of inspiring sessions to help heal your burnout and restore your passion and purpose with lots of time to slow down, recharge, integrate and connect. 

Everyone deserves the space and time to retreat and recharge! 

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What awaits you:

This retreat offers a harmonious blend of mind-body healing, nature immersion, and creative exploration, designed to leave you feeling recharged and inspired.

You’ll enjoy:

• Daily Yoga sessions to help you connect to your body and breath.
• Shamanic Journey Meditations for insight and guidance.
• Use of the Sauna and Soaking pool for body restoration.
• Jungian Archetype Card Readings to discover new insights.
• Sound Baths for profound healing and restoration.
• Guided Imagery sessions for relaxation and transformation.
• Burnout Recovery and Prevention Workshops led by Megan and Alejandro.

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Lodging Information:

SAGRADA Holistic Ranch is situated in a small countryside village of Marroquin, 6 miles outside of the historic, colonial town of San Miguel de Allende, nicknamed as The Most Magical Town in Mexico. 

There are single casitas to choose from and each casita has it's own beauty and charm.

The property is set on the foothills of an extinct volcano where an abundance of healing energy flows. This land is also the home of a protected 300 year old ancient botanical garden. 

Guests can enjoy their sauna, massage therapy room, sacred bath, bonfire, and use of the meditation teepees. 

And just when you thought it couldn't get any better, they also have a donkey sanctuary on site!  YES - adorable donkeys!  Can you imagine the joy of seeing miniature donkeys on property while you're on retreat?  

Chef Prepared Meals

Can you imagine having a team of local professional chefs prepare all your meals for 4 nights and 5 days? 

​Created from the bounty of local fresh ingredients, the plant based meals will restore your body and heal your soul. The team at Sagrada even make fresh fruit juices for guests.

​Everything is made from scratch and locally sourced.  
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What will we experience?

This exclusive retreat is designed to provide you with 2 distinct experiences. 

1. Thrive as a Person - permission to completely relax and recharge.

and

2. Thrive in your profession - an opportunity to heal your burnout and return to your passion and purpose.

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Return home feeling:

- Renewed and Recharged
- Inspired and Awake
- Connected to your Purpose and Passion
- Joy and Gratitude
- Refreshed, Clear and Energized
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Sample schedule:

Thursday, February 5th, 2026:

Afternoon Shuttle Transport from the Airport (tbd)

5:30pm Welcome Dinner 
6:30pm Opening Circle: "Leaning into our Collective Intention" followed by a sound healing for relaxation and grounding.

Friday, February 6, 2026:

7:30 AM: Morning yoga 
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Morning Circle - "A Return to Creativity" - an experiential session to aid in burnout prevention and recovery. 
12:00 PM: Lunch.
1:00–4:00 PM: Free time 
4:00 PM: Afternoon Circle - "Answering the Call - what do we need now?" - a guided meditation session for deepening our insight and growth.
5:30 PM: Dinner.
6:30 PM: Evening Circle  (sound healing, guided meditation, or Jungian Archetype card readings)

Saturday, February 7, 2026:

7:30 AM: Morning yoga
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Morning Circle - "Creating Mandalas for Insight and Wisdom" with Megan Gunnell 
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:00–4:00 PM: Free time 
4:00 PM: Afternoon Circle - "Healing the Healers Soul" with Alejandro Castro Croy
5:30 PM: Dinner
6:30 PM: Evening Circle 

Sunday, February 8, 2026:

7:30 AM: Morning yoga
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Morning Circle - "Tapping into our inner wisdom and intuitive knowing" with Megan Gunnell 
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:00–4:00 PM: Free time 
4:00 PM: Afternoon Circle - "Lighting the way - the intersection of body, mind and soul" with Alejandro Castro Croy
5:30 PM: Dinner
6:30 PM: Evening Circle - "Fire Ceremony" - fire burning and release 

Monday, February 9, 2026: 

7:30 AM: Yoga and meditation
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:30 AM: Closing Circle: "Sacred Connection and Reflection"
11:00 AM: Departure - shuttle back to airport 

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Meet your Retreat Team

Megan Gunnell, Founder

Megan Gunnell, Psychotherapist, Group Practice Owner, International Retreat Leader, #1 Bestselling Author, Speaker, Founder of the Thriving Therapists FB Group, Founder & Director of the Thriving Well Institute, Founder of The Thrive Advantage Group and Co-Founder of Gunnell Innovation, loves building opportunities to help people thrive personally and professionally. She has hosted local, national and international retreats for over 20 years and loves building intentional space for purpose, passion and connection.  Her retreats combine a healthy balance of restoration for the body and mind with inspiration for the spirit. She believes in the power of self-care, presence and mindfulness and knows that when we travel to exquisite retreat destinations we have the capacity to transform and awaken our soul.  For more about Megan click here.

Alejandro Castro Croy

Alejandro Castro Croy is a bilingual, bicultural Trauma and Addiction Counselor, Speaker, EMDRIA Approved Consultant, and the owner of Transcending Consulting Group in Colorado. A first-generation immigrant from Mexico, Alejandro achieved his academic dreams, earning an AA in Pastoral Ministry, a Bachelor of Science in Human Services, and an MA in Community Counseling, with ongoing studies toward a Ph.D. in Jungian and Archetypal Studies at Pacifica Graduate Institute. With over a decade of experience as an Adjunct Professor at MSU-Denver, Alejandro has also served as an Interventionist for the Latino LGBTQ+ community, a Drug Court Probation Officer, and a Bilingual Diversion Officer. His eclectic therapeutic approach focuses on effectively treating trauma and addiction while emphasizing the importance of self-care and soul work. Guided by a Depth/Jungian perspective, Alejandro believes in honoring the human before the professional, recognizing that true healing begins with tending to the soul.

Heidi Schindlbeck

Heidi Schindlbeck plays many roles with the Thrive Team!  As our business manager, she keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. She also teaches yoga at all of our retreats and summits and has extensive experience in personal training, wellness and fitness. Yoga sessions with Heidi are supportive, connected and intuitive. She will help you stretch and grow into your highest potential both on and off the mat. At the retreat, Heidi will offer daily yoga sessions for restoration and recharging. No experience is necessary. Heidi helps everyone in the room feel comfortable whether you're brand new to yoga or a seasoned yogi.

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Travel Details

Plan to fly into the Guanajuato International Airport (BJX) airport. We will arrange round trip group shuttle transportation for all guests leaving from the BJX airport at 3:00pm on the opening day Feb. 5, 2026 and returning back to the BJX airport on Feb. 9, 2026 around 1:00pm.  

Please note if you're coming from outside of Mexico, you will need a valid passport that does not expire within 6 months of your travel dates to attend this retreat. 

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Registration

Save your space with an $800 deposit payment now and pay your remaining balance later.  

What's Included: 

• Overnight accommodations 
• All meals (plant based menu) 
• All programming, sessions, and workshops
• Daily yoga
• A special gift bag for every participant

Room Options

SINGLE ROOM CASITA
​Private bedroom with private or shared bathroom
​$3900/per person

SHARED ROOM CASITA
​Shared bedroom with shared bathroom
​$3500/per person

Once you've made your deposit payment, we will send a confirmation email and follow up with more details & the secondary payment to complete your booking.

Once we get closer to the travel dates, you will receive all the detailed information, including a suggested packing list, how to prepare for the retreat, etc.

FAQs

1. Will Continuing Education (CE) credits be offered for this retreat?
No, this retreat does not offer CE credits. ​

2. Who is eligible to attend this retreat?
This retreat is specifically designed for mental health professionals, helpers and healers, including psychotherapists, counselors, social workers, psychologists, physicians, nurses, reiki masters, massage therapists, yoga instructors, etc. Megan and Alejandro are trained psychotherapists, but this retreat is designed as a wellness retreat offering and not as a replacement for psychotherapeutic care.   

3. When should I arrive and plan to leave?
Plan to arrive to the BJX airport in Mexico with plenty of time to deplane, collect luggage and meet your shuttle driver by 3:00pm on opening day - Feb. 5th, 2026. Your retreat will close at 11am on Feb. 9th, 2026 and you'll arrive back to the BJX airport around 1:00pm.  

4. Is this retreat only for women?
No, this retreat is open to all genders. 

5. Do I need yoga experience to participate in the yoga sessions?
No prior yoga experience is necessary. All yoga sessions are designed to be gentle and accessible to participants of all levels. 

6. What should I bring to the retreat?
Closer to the retreat, you’ll receive a detailed packing list. Essentials typically include comfortable clothing, yoga attire, walking shoes, and personal toiletries. 

7. Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?
The menus will be plant based, vegetarian with plant based protein and loads of fresh fruits and vegetables in addition to rice, beans, whole grains and fresh made fruit juices. Coffee, teas and filter water are provided at all meals and throughout the day. 

8. Is this a substance-free retreat?
Yes, this retreat and the Sagrada Holistic Ranch is an alcohol and substance-free space to support a clear, restorative, and mindful environment for all participants. 

9. What is the group size for this retreat?
This retreat is intentionally limited to a small group of only 13 participants max to ensure a highly personalized and intimate experience.

10. Can I attend if I’m traveling solo?
Absolutely! Many participants come alone and find it to be a wonderful opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals in a supportive environment. If you're searching for a roommate for your lodging options, you can connect with others who are attending on our Thrive Summits and Retreats FB page or we will select the perfect roommate for you!

11. Is the retreat refundable if I can’t attend?
Due to the extensive planning and limited spots available, all payments are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your registration to another therapist, helper or healer you know or someone from our waitlist.  

12. Do I need travel insurance?
We recommend you purchase individual travel insurance for your trip from Allianz or  Travel Insured.   


More questions?  Email us at: info@thrivingwellinstitute.com​

​You deserve to THRIVE!

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