7-Day Small Group Women’s Healing Trauma Retreat in Italy
Heal, Restore, and Renew in the Heart of the Italian Countryside
Retreat Highlights:
Exclusive experience with only 5 guests per retreat
One week of guided healing and personal transformation
A perfect summer’s week on the beautiful Italian mountainside — mountain breezes, peace, and a gentle max temperature of 26°C. Just the right kind of warm for rest and renewal.
Direct booking bonus: Free thermal spa pass for ultimate relaxation
Gentle, Specialist Support for Trauma Healing
We gently support women in healing from trauma — including PTSD, complex PTSD, narcissistic abuse, sexual trauma, and wounds from childhood or parental relationships.
Over the years, more than 1,000 women have come to us seeking relief from emotional flashbacks, anxiety, grief, or the physical effects of long-held trauma. Many carry pain from toxic relationships, abandonment, or burnout that has left their nervous system in a constant state of overwhelm.
We offer Trauma Release Therapy with a specialist, blending somatic practices, deep compassion, and evidence-informed care to help you feel safe, regulated, and truly at home in yourself again.
What You’ll Experience and Learn at This Healing Trauma Retreat
This retreat is designed to gently guide you back to your true, whole self. You’ll reconnect with your inner world, meet and care for the parts of yourself shaped by trauma, and learn how to integrate those experiences into a renewed sense of wholeness. Our goal is to help you build lasting awareness and practical tools that support your healing long after the retreat ends.
We combine somatic therapy, gentle yoga, therapeutic ceremonies, personalized sessions, bodywork, and group workshops—all within a compassionate, supportive community. This unique blend of approaches creates a safe space for deep healing and self-discovery.
During the retreat, you’ll learn how to release old patterns and trauma, reset your nervous system from chronic fight-or-flight, and cultivate presence in the here and now. This journey opens the door to living a more grounded, peaceful, and fulfilling life.
Meet the Team
Tess Hunneybell
Tess Hunneybell is the founder of Healing Trauma Retreat and the owner of San Flaviano, where she has personally cared for and supported over 1,000 women on their healing journeys. With more than 20 years of experience as a trauma psychotherapist and consultant, Tess brings deep clinical expertise, lived wisdom, and genuine compassion to every retreat. Her home at San Flaviano has become a sanctuary for transformation, where guests often describe her personalised sessions as profoundly life-changing.
I warmly invite you to a complimentary discovery call to explore whether this retreat is the right fit for you.
www.tesshunneybell.com
Eszter Balázs
Eszter Balázs is a qualified Somatic Healing Movement Therapist, Trauma Yoga facilitator, and experienced yoga instructor who brings warmth, creativity, and self-expression to each retreat group. Her embodied sessions are a core part of the Healing Trauma Retreat, offering a safe and empowering space for guests to gently release trauma, reconnect with their bodies, and rebuild inner resilience. Through somatic awareness, breath, and trauma-sensitive movement practices, Eszter guides each person toward a renewed sense of presence, grounding, and inner peace.
Reflexology 60mins €60
At the Healing Trauma Retreat, we’re honoured to have Eszterb offering deeply restorative 60-minute reflexology sessions. With her intuitive touch and years of experience, Eszterb creates a calm, nurturing space where your body can gently let go of stress and tension. Reflexology is a holistic therapy that works through pressure points in the feet, helping to calm the nervous system, improve circulation, and support emotional balance. Many guests describe her treatments as profoundly grounding—leaving them feeling lighter, more centred, and deeply relaxed. It’s the perfect complement to the inner healing journey of the retreat.
Viktoria Varga
Viktoria Varga is a gifted holistic healer, senior yoga teacher, body alignment specialist, and massage therapist who offers essential support throughout every stage of the Healing Trauma Retreat. With her calming presence and intuitive care, Viktoria helps create a safe, grounded environment where participants feel held, seen, and gently guided back into connection with themselves.
Her sessions—whether through yoga, bodywork, or hands-on healing—offer space for guests to soften into their bodies, unwind tension, and release trauma stored deep within the nervous system. Viktoria’s unique background in movement and alignment brings a deep sensitivity to posture, breath, and subtle shifts in energy. Each session is thoughtfully adapted to individual needs, whether it’s gentle recalibration, emotional grounding, or full-body release.
Holistic Massage Therapies Full Body massage €75
At the Healing Trauma Retreat, guests are invited to experience Viki’s deeply restorative holistic massage therapies, designed to relax the body, calm the mind, and support emotional healing. With a warm, inclusive presence, Viki creates a safe, judgment-free space where each guest is nurtured with care and intention. Every treatment is tailored to individual needs—whether you’re seeking stress relief, emotional balance, or deep muscular release—and performed using natural essential oils and organic products for maximum benefit.
Viki’s treatments are a beloved part of the retreat experience, often described by guests as deeply calming and transformative.
Programme Details
Our 6-night, 7-day retreat is designed to gently support your trauma healing journey in a compassionate and nurturing environment. We focus on creating a safe space for recovery and self-discovery, ensuring you feel well-cared for—because healing is hungry work!
What’s Included:
- Personalized trauma therapy sessions with Tess Hunneybell
- Daily yoga, meditation, and breathwork
- Healing trauma workshops
- Somatic body practices
- Guided mountain walks
You’ll also enjoy:
- Three nourishing vegetarian/pescatarian meals daily
- Unlimited drinks and healthy snacks
- A luxurious afternoon at a local spa
Each activity is thoughtfully designed to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. You’ll learn how to reset your body, integrate past experiences, and develop practical tools to manage symptoms, build resilience, and reconnect with your body and the present moment.
🌿 2025 Healing Trauma Retreat Dates 🌿
Each retreat begins on a Wednesday and runs for 6 nights. Maximum 5 guests.
May 28 – June 3 – Sold Out
June 11 – June 17 – Sold Out
June 25 – July 1 – Sold Out
July 9 – July 15
July 30 – August 5
August 13 – August 19
August 27 – September 2
September 10 – September 16
Only 5 places per retreat – book early to avoid missing out.
At the Healing Trauma Retreat, women from all walks of life come together to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and renewal. Through shared experiences and guided sessions, they find the strength to overcome past traumas and embrace a future filled with hope and resilience. Join us as we delve into the powerful narratives of those who have transformed their lives.
Who Should Join a Healing Trauma Retreat
Healing Trauma Retreats are for women who have experienced trauma, stress, abuse, or life’s many challenges. These experiences may leave you feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward.
If your past is affecting your present, this retreat offers a nurturing space and proven healing practices to help you begin your journey toward self-integration and true recovery.
This retreat is for women ready to embrace change, start healing, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Our gentle, compassionate approach may offer the support you’ve been seeking—especially if other methods haven’t worked for you.
Contact us for more information or book a free 30-minute assessment call to explore how this retreat can support you.
Comfortable
San Flaviano, Umbria, Italy
San Flaviano, Sellano, Perugia sits at the edge of Sibillini National Park, a protected woodland rich with diverse wildlife and lush greenery. At 840 meters above sea level, the fresh mountain air and tranquil surroundings create the perfect setting for peace, renewal, and deep healing.
About San Flaviano
San Flaviano is a peaceful, secluded former monastery with breathtaking views, surrounded by 50,000 acres of protected woodland. Its history stretches back to the 8th century, with parts of the current structure dating to the 10th and 15th centuries. Once a retreat for St. Francis and the Benedictines, it remains a sanctuary for rest and renewal.
Ancient Sacred Space
Although no longer a religious institution, San Flaviano retains its peaceful, serene, and secluded atmosphere. Its rich history and tranquil energy create the perfect setting for deep reflection and healing.
Italian Comfort
From locally sourced ingredients to meals prepared in our stone, oak, and steel kitchen, every aspect of the retreat reflects the essence of Umbria. Whether it’s the fresh, seasonal food or the pure mountain spring water, you’ll experience the calm and beauty of Umbria in every moment.
Choose your accomodation
Single Occupancy Room ensuite bathroom
All-Inclusive Retreat €3565
*EARLY BIRD 30% Discount €2,495
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Shared Twin 80m2 Mezzanine, 2 bathrooms
All-Inclusive Retreat €3,165
*EARLY BIRD 30% Discount €2,215
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Secure your place now with a €625 deposit (25%).
Only 5 guests per retreat — limited availability.
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Retreat Cancellation & Refund Policy
We understand that life happens, and sometimes plans change. That’s why we offer a flexible cancellation policy for all Healing Trauma Retreat bookings.
Refund Terms:
- 100% deposit refund – Cancel 30 days or more before your retreat start date
- 50% deposit refund – Cancel 15 to 29 days before your retreat start date
- No refund – Cancel within 14 days of your retreat start date
To protect your investment, we strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers unexpected cancellations.
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Let’s Connect
Whether you’re curious about joining a Healing Trauma Retreat or looking for one-to-one therapy support,
I offer a complimentary 30-minute call to help you explore what feels right for you.
Ongoing therapy sessions are available at €115 per 60 minutes.
Reach out any time — I’m here to answer your questions.
Your data and privacy policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: 24 June 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Healing Trauma Retreats, operated by Tess and Me PTE. LTD., collects, uses, and protects your personal information. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA).
1. Who We Are
Healing Trauma Retreats is run by Tess Hunneybell, an internationally recognised trauma therapist. Our retreats and therapy services are operated under Tess and Me PTE. LTD., registered in Singapore (UEN: 202507061H)
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2. What Information We Collect
- Full name, email address, and phone number
- Enquiry form responses or retreat registration details
- Voluntarily shared information during therapy calls or retreat intake
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to your enquiries and send retreat information
- Arrange discovery calls or confirm retreat bookings
- Send occasional updates about future retreats or therapy offerings (if you consent)
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties.
4. Therapy Confidentiality
Any psychological or emotional information shared in calls or sessions is kept strictly confidential in accordance with professional ethical standards. Notes are securely stored and never disclosed without your explicit consent, unless required by law.
5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR & PDPA)
We process your data under the following legal bases:
- Your explicit consent
- Fulfilment of a contract (e.g., retreat participation)
- Compliance with legal obligations
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct or delete your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, email us at tess@healingtraumaretreat.com
7. Data Security
We store your information on secure platforms and limit access to authorised individuals only. We take appropriate steps to protect your data from misuse or unauthorised access.
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9. Contact
For any questions about this policy, contact:
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Email: tess@healingtraumretreat.com