Whispers of the Soul Retreat
CO-HOSTED BY NATALIE GUTIERREZ & ERICA SANDOVAL
July 22nd - 26th, 2026
Casa Andes, Filandia, Quindío, Colombia
This retreat in the heart of Colombia is for Social workers, therapists, postpartum doulas, mental health practitioners, who give so much to others. It’s a time to rest, to reconnect with your heart, and to feel renewed. In the beauty of nature, you’ll be held, supported, and nourished. This is your moment to receive—to give yourself the care and space you so often offer others. Come back to your life and work with more energy, clarity, and love. You deserve this time.
Over five transformative days, you'll engage in group discussions and immersive experiences while learning how to weave mindfulness, self-care, and collaboration into your business model creating a sustainable and fulfilling practice.
Leave feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to build a soul led career with your values while serving both yourself and your clients.
reconnect, recharge, renew:
A sanctuary for those who care for others
Step Into Purpose and Freedom
Envision a Heart-Centered Practice:
why we created this retreat
This retreat is a sacred container designed for communities of color to courageously excavate what we carry- not to dwell in pain, but to awaken our connection to power, presence, and purpose. Drawing from the transformative work of The Pain We Carry by Natalie Y. Gutiérrez, LMFT, we will guide participants through practices that help illuminate how pain is held in the body, mind, spirit, and ancestral lineage- and how it can be alchemized with intention, compassion, and community.
At the heart of this retreat is the understanding that our burdens- cultural, intergenerational, personal- have shaped us, but do not define us. Through somatic awareness, internal inquiry, creative expression, and spiritual practice, we will learn to witness our pain with dignity, reclaim our stories with clarity, and renegotiate our relationship to power, belonging, and self.
this immersive experience is for those who
Are Looking For a Sacred Pause to Receive
This retreat offers a rare and intentional space where you, the caregiver, get to be cared for. It’s a chance to step away from the demands of service and receive the rest, nourishment, and presence you deeply deserve.
Held in the ancestral lands of Colombia, you’ll be guided back to your inner knowing. Through nature, ceremony, and community, you’ll remember why you began this work and reconnect with your heart’s mission.
Reconnect with Your Essence and Purpose
Build a Sustainable Path Forward
Through guided experiences and soulful reflection, you’ll explore tools and practices that support long-term emotional, mental, and energetic sustainability in your work—so you can continue serving with clarity and fuerza.
You’ll be surrounded by a powerful group of peers who get it—people walking similar paths of service. This space is one of mutual support, deep listening, and inspiration. You are not alone.
Community of Like-Hearted Souls
A Transformational Experience in Nature
Held in the breathtaking beauty of Colombia, the land itself becomes a co-facilitator—grounding you, awakening your senses, and reminding you of the medicine of slowing down and living with intention.
What's included in the retreat
Four Nights in Filandia, Quindío, Colombia: Immerse yourself in the heart of the Coffee Axis region, surrounded by breathtaking nature.
Guided Excursions: Sacred walks, and cultural outings to connect with the land and its rich heritage. Family constellation sessions with an experienced facilitator & curandera
Tranquil Retreat Accommodations: Share a cozy stay in a beautiful villa surrounded by the lush landscapes of the Andes.
All-Inclusive Local Meals: Enjoy fresh, organic, vegetarian meals inspired by ancestral Colombian traditions, prepared by a private chef and cooks. Dietary preferences and allergies are accommodated.
Sacred Practices: Participate in cacao circles, ancestral rituals, energy-cleansing practices, and altar settings.
Spirit Work & Ceremony: We will create intentional ceremonial spaces to honor our ancestors, call in guidance, and be with all present. Through altar work, meditation, rituals, we invite spiritual support into the process.
Guided Writing & Reflection: Using reflective prompts inspired by the book, you’ll explore: the cultural and personal burdens you carry, how they shape your relationships with yourself and others and what it would mean to live from your true Self with intention. Writing becomes a tool of liberation- turning what was hidden into spoken truth and channeling creative expression.
Mind-Body Connection: Daily body movement, breathwork, meditation, and integration practices to harmonize body, mind, and spirit.
Mentorship Sessions: Learn from experts on how to create a sustainable, impactful, and purposeful life.
Transportation: Round-trip transportation to and from Pereira Airport, as well as to all activities during the immersion.
Conscious Networking & Community Building: Connect with like-minded professionals and explore new possibilities together.
Integration & Support: Access a private group chat for post-retreat integration, sharing, and continued connection. Retreat materials and an self-care tools to use at home.
Embodied Activation: As we enter the Year of the Horse, a time symbolizing clarity, empowerment, forward movement, and authenticity, this retreat invites you to re-root in your truth and step into your power with intention.
Local Notes:
Airport: Matecaña International Airport (PEI) — flights into Pereira are the most convenient; private transfers can be arranged to the villa.
Transfer time: Typical drive times in the Coffee Region are about 30–60 minutes depending on exact location; private transfers to nearby towns (e.g., Salento/Filandia) are common to arrange. Expect ~45–60 min if traveling nearby.
Weather: July in Filandia is warm and can have increased cloud cover and rain; bring light rain layers and breathable clothing. Average highs ~26–28°C (mid-70s–80s°F), with variable showers in the month.
Essentials: Comfortable shoes, lightweight rain jacket/poncho, insect repellent, reusable water bottle, journal, items that ground you (photos, crystals, oils), and layers for brisk evenings. We'll provide a full packing guide post-registration.
Health and Accessibility: The retreat involves light hiking at altitude (bring altitude meds if sensitive). Please share dietary restrictions, allergies, or access needs at signup. We try our best to adapt with care and creativity to hold you fully.
welcome to our luxury villa
A sanctuary in the middle of the breathtaking Andes mountains, offers an unparalleled retreat in the heart of Colombia’s Coffee Region. Just under an hour from Matecaña International Airport in Pereira, this hidden gem blends luxury, comfort, and nature, creating a tranquil escape for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.
Surrounded by lush landscapes, rolling coffee fields, and panoramic mountain views, the villa is a private haven where elegance meets serenity.
meet our guides and facilitators
Erica P. Sandoval, LCSW, SIFI
Erica Priscilla Sandoval is an award-winning mental health practitioner, speaker, executive coach, entrepreneur, podcaster, philanthropist, and author.
Erica is the Executive Director of Siembra Today, a women-run, BIPOC-led nonprofit devoted to providing accessible mental health and wellness support through narrative storytelling, books, workshops, healing circles, conferences, and social media campaigns. Siembra Today’s goal is to destigmatize and promote mental health and wellness for the Latino/a/x/e and BIPOC community, so that they can plant seeds of hope for themselves and future generations.
Erica is also the founder and CEO of Sandoval Psychotherapy Consultation—known as Sandoval CoLab—which provides talk therapy, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), and holistic offerings. She is the creator of the book series Latinx/e in Social Work, personal narratives available in both English and Spanish that amplify the voices of Latinx/e social workers.
Erica holds a Post Master’s in Clinical Adolescent Psychology and a Master’s in Social Work from New York University, Silver School of Social Work. As a proud immigrant from Ecuador, her passion is fueled by supporting her community.
Natalie Y. Gutiérrez, LMFT
Natalie Y. Gutiérrez, LMFT (she/her) is a licensed psychotherapist, author, activist, and international keynote speaker dedicated to empowering survivors of complex trauma in communities of color. Her practice addresses the profound impacts of racial, ancestral, historical, multigenerational, and interpersonal trauma and grief. Blending ancestral wisdom, Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, and Earth-based healing, Natalie guides clients along a liberation-centered path to wholeness. She authored the transformative books The Pain We Carry and The Pain We Carry Workbook, and serves as a trainer at the IFS Institute.
your investment in this transformative experience
This Immersion is an investment in yourself, to empower you with the mentorship, tools, and clarity to build a purposeful, thriving business while nurturing your well-being.
Shared Room:
$2,999
(Deposit $500)
Reach us at erica@sandovalcolab.com, and info@natalieygutierrez.com or message 347-903-5063. Or book a call.
Total investment: $2,999 payment plan available
Deposit & payment: $500 non-refundable deposit to hold your place; balance due 30 days before retreat.
Installment Plan: Pay in three monthly installments of $833, with an initial $500 deposit required at registration.
Full Payment: Receive a $100 discount when the total program fee is paid in full at the time of enrollment.
Bring a Friend Discount: Receive $250 off your fee for each friend you refer who enrolls in the program.
Seed Money Opportunity: Siembra Today is offering a $500 grant to qualifying participants. This grant reduces the total program cost to $2,500.
To learn more about eligibility requirements and apply for the grant, please fill out our interest form. Additional details will be provided after submission.
By joining this immersive experience, you are saying YES to building a purposeful life, YES to prioritizing your well-being, and YES to aligning your work with your passion—because you deserve to thrive while making an impact.
Disclaimer: Full refund minus $100 fee if canceled 60+ days before start. 50% refund 30-60 days out; no refunds within 30 days. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Assist 365 is one commonly used travel insurance.
Flights, travel insurance, and personal joys/expenses are yours to bring and not included.
This retreat is not recommended for individuals who are pregnant or experiencing health issues.
Snacks and off the itinerary meals and alcoholic beverages not covered.
PARTIAL PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARDS SIEMBRA TODAY.