Surrender & Sound
When: Thursday, August 13th, 2026 Time: 6:30-9:00 PM EST (Please arrive no more than 10 minutes in advance) WHERE: Private Residence, St. Catharines (Near Port Dalhousie) Address provide upon registation ABOUT: Most of us weren’t taught how to surrender; we were taught how to manage. How to hold the plans, the moods, the logistics, our own reactions to everything, until holding on becomes the only mode we know how to operate in. It works, in the sense that things get done, but it isn’t the same as being at peace. This evening is built around the idea that surrender is something you practice, not something you decide to feel. I’ll be teaching on what that actually looks like in a body that’s used to staying in control, and I’ll give every woman in the room a personal mediumship message, something specific and just for you. After that, Alexia will lead a sound bowl journey and reiki session so there’s time and quiet for whatever surfaced to actually settle. This is a night to remember and feel what it’s like to put down the weight of the world and your worries, if only for the evening, but likely for longer. Limited spots, get yours! What to expect… Insights and understanding of different situations in your life Healing of the mind and body A deep sense of peace and bliss New creative ideas Deep connection towards oneself Ideas of life direction and next steps Release of emotions that might be limiting you and keeping you stuck Calming of the nervous system Greater awareness of patters of the mind Boosting of your mood Boosting of self-estemme, confidence and feelings of empowerment WHAT TO EXPECT During our time together, you’ll be guided through: Nervous system reset — Allow the sound bowls and reiki energy healing to reset your nervous system and remove stuck energy Intuitive reflection — Spiritual teachings, journaling + coaching prompts to help you release what’s no longer needed Group Mediumship for guidance and clarity + intention setting for the season ahead You’ll leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more connected to yourself—without needing to explain, fix, or perform. Register How do I know if a women’s circle is for me? You’re the one who holds it all together You’re the one who everyone leans on. But you’re tired, overwhelmed, and craving space to be held for a change. You’ve tried to “rest,” But even after the weekend of rest or the day at the spa, the tension in your body, the spiralling thoughts, or the emotional heaviness haven’t really shifted. You want to feel like yourself again You know that the ‘you’ that you are performing isn’t really you. You want to feel grounded, clear, connected—but don’t know how to get there on your own. Surrender & Sound, Thursday, August 13th $ 75 00 CAD Payment plan available Save your spot for this mini-retreat Snacks & Refreshments provided limited spots! Frequently Asked Questions What do I bring to a retreat? We’ve got most of it covered—you don’t need much. Here’s what we recommend bringing: A journal and pen for reflections and prompts A refillable water bottle to stay hydrated A yoga mat or something comfortable to sit/lie on A blanket or cozy layer (think: socks, sweater, scarf—whatever helps you feel grounded) An open heart and willingness to receive (the most important part) I’m thinking about coming alone…is this ok? Absolutely! YES YES YES! Going to a retreat alone can be extremely powerful and transformative. Common feedback we also receive is the welcoming, safe and connected vibe we create and the relationships you create on retreats sometimes turn in to lifelong friends. I’m not too experienced in meditation, breathwork, yoga or mediumship…is this ok? Another big YES! We welcome women of all levels and complete beginners too! Retreats are a great place to learn or to solidify established practices and routines. Is there a what-to-bring list? Yes, a retreat information email with all this information will be sent out closer to the retreat date. Register About your Guides Laurie Oakes Her journey to find answers about spirituality and life outside of the physical body began at a young age. She found herself questioning her soul’s purpose, following her intuition, and receiving messages and “inner knowings” as young as she can remember. Today, she shares her wisdom through various platforms, including workshops, retreats, and online courses. Her teachings empower individuals to awaken their spiritual potential, find inner peace, and live authentically. Laurie gently guides her clients into letting go of the trauma and that which no longer serves them and empowers them with channelled guidance on their journey of personal growth and spiritual exploration. She believes in the inherent divinity within each person and strives to help others discover their own inner truth and connection to their Creator. Sign up About your Guides Alexia Del Priore After realizing that the corporate world in Toronto wasn’t the right fit for her, she decided to dedicate herself to studying the powerful practices of Reiki and sound healing. She is passionate about sharing the benefits of these healing modalities with others. Born and raised in Canada, her curiosity to reconnect with her roots led her to move to Florence in 2023. She loves building deep connections with people, traveling, and devoting herself to her personal growth and spiritual practice. Sign up What Clients are Saying “Laurie is the real deal. She has helped me so much that I have happily referred her to several friends. I have attended several of her retreats and well as had personal sessions with her. Both have changed my life. The insights I have gathered about myself, the openness of Laurie to assist, and her genuinely open and loving attitude has all been awesome. I fully recommend Laurie’s retreats and services to anyone wanting to learn about themselves. Laurie is like a life partner and she is invaluable to my life journey. Thank you Laurie.” Tammy M.Client “My experience this past weekend
Soul Expansion Mini Retreat
When: Thursday, July 30th 2026 Time: 7:00-9:00 PM EST (Please arrive no more than 10 minutes in advance) WHERE: Private Location in St. Catharines (Address provided after booking) ABOUT: Stop me if this sounds like you… You’ve been running on empty for a while now. You’re the one holding everything together, and nobody’s holding you. You know the feeling. You wake up already feeling behind. You move through the day managing, fixing, anticipating. And by the time you finally sit down, you’re too tired to do anything but scroll or sleep. The things that actually fill you up—the stillness, the connection, the sense that you matter too—keep getting pushed to someday. July 30th is your “someday” The Soul Expansion is a mini retreat for women who need more than a glass of wine and an early bedtime. It’s a few hours to breathe, get still, and remember what it feels like to be in your own body again, surrounded by other women who are carrying the same invisible weight. We’ll move through guided meditation, intuitive connection, and honest conversation in a space that asks nothing of you except to show up as you are. But you don’t have to be burned out to deserve this, you just have to be ready to come back to yourself and your soul. I need this What to expect… Insights and understanding of different situations in your life Healing of the mind and body A deep sense of peace and bliss New creative ideas Deep connection towards oneself Ideas of life direction and next steps Release of emotions that might be limiting you and keeping you stuck Calming of the nervous system Greater awareness of patters of the mind Boosting of your mood Boosting of self-estemme, confidence and feelings of empowerment WHAT TO EXPECT During our time together, you’ll be guided through: Nervous system reset — Gentle guided breathing, meditation and grounding practices Intuitive reflection — Spiritual teachings, journaling + coaching prompts to help you release what’s no longer needed Group Mediumship for guidance and clarity + intention setting for the season ahead Integration — guided meditation in candlelight, soft music, and space to land You’ll leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more connected to yourself—without needing to explain, fix, or perform. We will be planning to be outdoors, in nature, weather permitting. If the weather doesn’t allow, we will move inside. Register How do I know if a women’s circle is for me? You’re the one who holds it all together You’re the one who everyone leans on. But you’re tired, overwhelmed, and craving space to be held for a change. You’ve tried to “rest,” But even after the weekend of rest or the day at the spa, the tension in your body, the spiralling thoughts, or the emotional heaviness haven’t really shifted. You want to feel like yourself again You know that the ‘you’ that you are performing isn’t really you. You want to feel grounded, clear, connected—but don’t know how to get there on your own. Thursday, July 30th, soul expansion Mini retreat $ 60 00 CAD Save your spot for this mini-retreat Snacks & Refreshments provided Limited spots Frequently Asked Questions What do I bring to a retreat? We’ve got most of it covered—you don’t need much. Here’s what we recommend bringing: A journal and pen for reflections and prompts A refillable water bottle to stay hydrated A yoga mat or something comfortable to sit/lie on A blanket or cozy layer (think: socks, sweater, scarf—whatever helps you feel grounded) An open heart and willingness to receive (the most important part) I’m thinking about coming alone…is this ok? Absolutely! YES YES YES! Going to a retreat alone can be extremely powerful and transformative. Common feedback we also receive is the welcoming, safe and connected vibe we create and the relationships you create on retreats sometimes turn in to lifelong friends. I’m not too experienced in meditation, breathwork, yoga or mediumship…is this ok? Another big YES! We welcome women of all levels and complete beginners too! Retreats are a great place to learn or to solidify established practices and routines. Is there a what-to-bring list? Yes, a retreat information email with all this information will be sent out closer to the retreat date. Register About your Guide Laurie Oakes Her journey to find answers about spirituality and life outside of the physical body began at a young age. She found herself questioning her soul’s purpose, following her intuition, and receiving messages and “inner knowings” as young as she can remember. Today, she shares her wisdom through various platforms, including workshops, retreats, and online courses. Her teachings empower individuals to awaken their spiritual potential, find inner peace, and live authentically. Laurie gently guides her clients into letting go of the trauma and that which no longer serves them and empowers them with channelled guidance on their journey of personal growth and spiritual exploration. She believes in the inherent divinity within each person and strives to help others discover their own inner truth and connection to their Creator. Sign up What Clients are Saying “Laurie is the real deal. She has helped me so much that I have happily referred her to several friends. I have attended several of her retreats and well as had personal sessions with her. Both have changed my life. The insights I have gathered about myself, the openness of Laurie to assist, and her genuinely open and loving attitude has all been awesome. I fully recommend Laurie’s retreats and services to anyone wanting to learn about themselves. Laurie is like a life partner and she is invaluable to my life journey. Thank you Laurie.” Tammy M.Client “My experience this past weekend at the Journey to Self day workshop was incredible! Shawna and Laurie fostered a safe and inviting space to share, learn and grow. The course offered many different aspects of self that anyone could implement with the end goal being peace, healing and happiness. The strategies and tools provided
Release & Regulate Day Retreat
When: WHERE: Saturday, October 24th 2026 from 10:00 – 4:00 pm EST Grand Bend, ON, in a stunning A-Frame cottage/Nordic Spa (address provided upon booking) ABOUT: You don’t need another escape. You need a reset from the inside out. This is a retreat for the woman who’s holding it together on the outside and quietly coming apart underneath. You’re capable. You’re functioning. And somehow, that makes it harder to explain why something still feels so off. Maybe you’re exhausted in a way rest doesn’t fix. Maybe you keep arriving at the same wall no matter what you try. Maybe you sense there’s something underneath the noise; a pattern, a wound, a version of yourself you lost somewhere along the way and you haven’t found the right door back in yet. This is that door. This is more than a mindfulness workshop. It’s not about adding more tools to a bag that’s already too heavy. It’s about being seen at the level where the stuck actually lives and walking out with more space than you came in with. Register Now Modalities included on The Release & regulate Retreat The Release & Regulate Retreat includes a powerful combination of modalities that can provide deep release, healing, clarity, insight and shifts within. These include meditation, breathwork, intuition development exercises, group mediumship sessions, inner child work, embodiment + co-creation. Throughout the day, we’ll move through a powerful combination of practices including mediumship, somatic release work, and guided reflection — designed to access what talk alone can’t reach, restore your nervous system, and reconnect you to who you are underneath everything you’ve been carrying. You’ll leave clearer. Lighter. With language for things that have lived wordless inside you for too long. Not just rested. Realigned. Group mediumship & Intuitive coaching Laurie channels personalized messages to help you break the cycles keeping you stuck. These sessions are raw, real, and often exactly what you didn’t know you needed to hear. Somatic release practices To move the emotional backlog you’ve been carrying and finally exhale. Think: sacred rage release, guided breath journeys, and embodied release that don’t require words—just your presence. Inner Child & Shadow Work You’ve done the therapy. This helps you integrate it. We’ll explore the parts of you still operating from outdated stories—and give them space to shift. contrast therapy The location offers a sauna, cold plunge and hot tub nordic spa experience so you can regulate your nervous system through contrast therapy. This retreat is for you if: You’re the one who holds it all together You’re tired of being “the strong one” and silently unraveling behind the scenes. You’ve mastered the art of overthinking… You want to stop spiraling in your head and start feeling grounded in your body. You’re done waiting until “when this happens” You’re done outsourcing your peace to wine, work, or the next trip. WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH: A nervous system that feels more regulated—so you can breathe again. Emotional release that doesn’t require talking it to death. Greater clarity on what’s next and the groundedness to pursue it. Insight into the patterns keeping you stuck—and how to finally shift them. The feeling of being held—for real. Boosting of self-esteem, confidence & feelings of empowerment Release & Regulate Day retreat Saturday, October 24th 10-4 PM $ 297 A healing day retreat with Laurie Oakes to release, regulate and find greater clarity and groundedness within. Lunch is included as well as drinks and snacks throughout the day A PDF of the days teachings One month post integration in a group coaching container (virtual) Payment Plan Available At Checkout only 2 spots left Cancellation/Refund policy: 50% of payment is a non-refundable deposit – no exceptions. If canceling >30 days prior to retreat, a 50% refund is available. No refunds available on cancellations 30 days or less prior to retreat. No transfer of dates or retreat credits available due to high volume of requests. If retreat is cancelled, a full refund is provided. WHAT TO EXPECT About the Day: The first 4 photos are of the location. This retreat is a guided reset for the woman who’s tired of holding it all together. It’s a space to stop over-functioning, overthinking, and over-performing—and finally drop into what your body and soul have been trying to tell you. You’ll be led through the exact modalities that helped Laurie break cycles of burnout, emotional suppression, and self-abandonment. But there’s no expectation to share or show up in a certain way. You’re in control of your own depth. You can stay quiet, go inward, or fully participate—whatever feels safest for you. Every emotion is welcome here. Whether you’re carrying grief, anger, confusion, or nothing you can quite name, you won’t be asked to make it make sense. This space is built to hold the parts of you you usually hide—the ones that are tired of being managed. If you’re done living for everyone but yourself, and you’re ready to reconnect with your own truth—this day is for you. Register Now Frequently Asked Questions I’m not good at resting, is this for me? This is made for you! High-functioning women often struggle to receive support because they learned to associate safety with self-reliance. Asking for help can feel unfamiliar, uncomfortable, or even threatening to their sense of stability. Even when support is offered, the body may not know how to relax into it. This is what I will teach you and guide you to understand on retreat! I’m thinking about coming alone…is this ok? Absolutely! YES YES YES! Going to a retreat alone can be extremely powerful and transformative. Common feedback we also receive is the welcoming, safe and connected vibe we create and the relationships you create on retreats sometimes turn in to lifelong friends. I’m not too experienced in meditation, breathwork, yoga or mediumship…is this ok? Another big YES! We welcome women of all levels and complete beginners too! Retreats are a great place to learn or to solidify established practices and
