Women’s Well-BEing Retreat
Release. Rewire. Evolve.
Join me at Skamania Lodge, nestled in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, for a 3-day immersive retreat designed to gently unravel survival patterns, release stored stress and trauma, and restore nervous system balance. Surrounded by ancient forests, mountain air, and sweeping river views ... in the company of women, you'll find the perfect environment for grounding, reflection, and renewal.
Oct. 23–25 at Skamania Lodge
1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, WA
What you can expect
Throughout this experiential weekend, you'll reconnect with the innate wisdom of your body and learn to unwind deeply held tension, cultivating safety within your nervous system so you can return to calm, connection, and presence.
I believe coming home to yourself isn't just possible, it's your destiny. This retreat offers a clear roadmap rooted in powerful body-based practices to help you shift from stress and overwhelm into coherence, clarity, and alignment with the truth of who you are.
Come home to your body. Come home to BEing.
What you’ll walk away with
Over three days, we'll explore somatic practices and tools to thrive in every realm of your BEing. Each session helps you:
Rewire your nervous system to shift from survive to thrive.
Build a personalized BE ME Break practice for daily calm and clarity.
Release stress and tension through Breaking Barriers practices.
Tap into your body's wisdom with Embodied Inquiry and Authentic Alignment.
This is how we evolve ... into wholeness, into trust, into the fullness of who you are.
Retreat highlights
Daily sessions in beautiful spaces: [Name of spaces at Skamania], we'll gather in spaces designed to foster connection and growth.
Guided practices and teachings: The BE ME Framework, Authentic Alignment, TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises), and more.
Tea and snacks provided: Nourishing tea and snacks on arrival evening and each morning.
Evening connection opportunities: Let's share a meal (self pay) at the Cascade Dining Room Saturday evening, RSVP to reserve your spot.
Time for rest and reflection: Free time to explore the grounds, book a spa session, unwind at the pool, or simply breathe.
What past participants have said
“I’ve long believed that my body holds all the answers and with Megan’s guidance, wisdom and support, I know without a doubt it is 100% true. Megan has given me the resources, tools and techniques to access deep, hidden areas of me that are slowly allowing the light to shine on them I fully believe taking BE ME breaks, standing in authentic alignment and tremoring with curiosity and compassion will always be part of my life.
Thank you, Megan, for sharing your gifts to make our lives better.
My advice to anyone reading this? Step in and say yes! You are in good hands with Megan. ❤️”
“Megan’s extensive knowledge of somatic practices is evident in her thoughtful and clear instruction, making complex concepts accessible and impactful. Her compassionate approach and exceptional bedside manner foster a safe, supportive environment. Megan’s genuine care and professionalism shine through, creating a space where healing and growth feel both achievable and deeply personal. I wholeheartedly recommend Bodywise to anyone seeking meaningful support on their journey.”
“What started as curiosity about nervous system healing became a terrifically profound personal growth experience.
Megan’s approach is masterful. Her deep understanding of trauma’s impact on the body, combined with her intuitive ability to create a safe and nurturing environment, allowed me to access parts of myself I didn’t even know were holding tension and pain. Each week built beautifully upon the last, with practices that felt both grounding and revolutionary.
The combination of nervous system work and body-based healing techniques that Megan teaches goes far beyond anything I’ve experienced in traditional therapy or other wellness programs. She has this remarkable gift for helping you understand how your body holds your story, and then gently guiding you toward rewriting that story from a place of strength and authenticity. Highly recommend.”
Retreat schedule
Friday, Oct. 23
4 pm: Check-in
5–6:15 pm: Opening circle, overview, intention setting, and introduction to the BE ME Framework*
Saturday, Oct. 24
9–11 am: Thrive vs. Survive somatic practices and Embodied Authentic Alignment: The Body Language of BEing*
2–4 pm: Breaking Barriers: Unwinding the Body and Introduction to TRE®*
6:30 pm: Group dinner (self pay)
Sunday, Oct. 25
9–11 am: Connection, TRE® and closing circle*
12 pm: Check-out
*Coffee, tea and light snacks provided at sessions
Ready to join us?
Package pricing is TBA, which includes lodging.
Spaces are limited to 15 women to ensure an intimate and supportive experience.
Leave inspired, stay connected
Retreat participants also receive 50% off my online course, The Art and Science of BEing ME, including 12 weeks in the Bodywise Community with weekly live meetups and session recordings.
FAQ
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This is an in-person, somatic wellness series in Portland where you’ll explore how your body holds patterns of stress, tension, and emotion—and learn practical, science-informed practices to release them. It’s a guided, experiential journey that helps your nervous system feel safer, calmer, and more resilient.
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The series is perfect for people who want embodied change, emotional resilience, and a deeper connection to themselves. You’ll leave with tools that create real, felt difference in your day-to-day life—beyond insight alone.
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Each week, you’ll explore body-based, nervous system practices that help you:
Release chronic physical, emotional, and mental holding patterns
Cultivate safety, groundedness, and presence
Increase energy, clarity, and connection
Shift from surviving to thriving
These practices are accessible, practical, and immediately applicable to everyday life.
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This series is somatic, experiential, and trauma-informed, supporting your nervous system and relational patterns in ways that often feel healing and transformative. It is not clinical therapy, but many participants notice profound shifts in how they feel in their body and daily life.
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Not at all! Everyone begins somewhere. We value curiosity, presence, and willingness—not prior experience.
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The series takes place in-studio in Portland’s Pearl District, providing a safe, supportive, and embodied environment for learning and transformation.
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People often share that they feel:
Calmer under stress
More connected to themselves
Physically freer and more aligned
Emotionally lighter and more resilient
Grounded, embodied, and present
These are deep, felt changes that show up in daily life—not just surface-level insights.