March 21-24, 2024
Austin, TX
a 4 day women’s retreat to find purpose & Wholeness in the midst of transition
Are you in the midst of a big life transition?
navigating transitions skillfully isn’t something our modern culture prepares us for.
Whether it’s motherhood, partnership, midlife, faith, career…. you may have found life as you know it crumbling and
feel stuck, afraid and unable to harness the wisdom of
your transition so you can move forward.
You’re tired of:
+ sabotaging relationships
+ Lacking clarity
+ feeling like a victim
+ compromising on boundaries
+ putting your wellbeing on hold
+ struggling financially
You are ready to be supported and witnessed in the rebirth of who you are.
You are ready to find purpose and wholeness.
“Coming together at the retreat unlocked something in me. A permission, a belonging, a possibility. I have found a peace and confidence. I have tools to get myself back to a safe place now, and therefore I’m less scared of what might happen in the future. I went to the pain deepest inside myself and was held, literally and figuratively. I know how to go to those places and hold myself now too.” — Amy
About threshold
powerful framework
Understand the wisdom of transition + how to skillfully navigate changes in life.
unconditional safety
Be invited into and witnessed in the vulnerability of your threshold moment.
Experience a regenerative, soul-soothing immersion in nature & sisterhood.
deep nourishment
is for you if:
You are going through a big life transition such as the initiation to motherhood, end of a partnership, loss of a loved one, financial/career change, midlife challenges or faith deconstruction
You want to understand the archetypal invitation of the thresholds in life and how to hold space for others
You are feeling stuck in life and don’t know why
You have current or unprocessed grief relating to one of these thresholds
“Surrender to every moment of the retreat and let go as you would in labor - so that re-birth, the birthing of newness from within your Self, may occur. There were deep wells of joy, ecstasy, and pride when I came face to face with the One I birthed by the end of the retreat. It was worth every moment of showing up.” — Jordan
Hi, I’m Mellisa Reeves.
I have been a Transitions Coach and Birthworker for over 7 years, incorporating somatic practice, meditation, music and psycho-spiritual tools to create a holistic approach to transformation. I have always been a “doula” of many realms… even in my previous career as a real estate brokerage owner, I was most drawn to the deeply personal and emotional transitions people experienced as they took the huge step of buying or selling a beloved home. You can learn more about me and my qualifications here.
Along the way, I’ve experienced almost every kind of transition myself… from a faith “deconstruction” in my early twenties to the huge identity transition of motherhood, the stillbirth of my second son, cross-country moves, the ending of an almost 20 year marriage, and myriad vocational and financial shifts. All of these have rocked me to my core, and all of them have helped me heal and grow into more purpose and wholeness.
In the birth world, when a woman tells us that she absolutely can NOT do this anymore, we know that she is in or near “transition”, the physiological stage of labor where the opening of the body is complete and the baby is soon to be born. Knowing glances are exchanged around the room…
she is almost there.
I have surrendered to that moment in each of my physical births, and in countless more thresholds of the heart or mind.
On the other side, I am reborn.
It is when we don’t allow ourselves to fully surrender to this transition, to the death that needs to occur for rebirth to be possible, that we get stuck.
a deeper look at our time together
Using a unique framework of the hero/heroines’ journey, feminine archetypes and embodiment practice, we will explore the art of surrender so that your transition can be completed — physically, emotionally and psychologically.
Part one: Separation
The first stage of the Hero’s Journey requires separation - the loss, death or sudden shift of what we knew and who we were. This may have already occurred circumstantially for you. But have you actually allowed the internal separation; the death of your former self? What are you holding onto; what are you afraid of? Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can re-orient to this necessary part of your threshold.
Part Two: Initiation
This is the messy middle - this is where we face our shadows, and where the letting go happens. This is also the part where it is easy to get stuck. We mostly get stuck when — you guessed it — we don’t surrender to the initiation that wants to happen. During our retreat, you will learn essential tools for understanding, working with and moving through your messy middle.
Part Three: emergence
This is the part we all think we’re ready for… but the reality is that we so often try to return to a version of our old self. Through our work with Archetypes, you will encounter a new part of yourself - the Woman Whole Unto Herself. With a new understanding of how the Heroine’s return from her journey requires her to step into a new role, you can chart a path for re-engaging your life with new purpose and wholeness.
“This is one of the best held containers for healing and for our HUMAN that I have ever experienced. A truly integrative focused space where you feel safe to dive deep, but also be wild and have fun! All of the things we may suppress you feel comfortable SEEING again. It will open you up and allow for beautiful community relationships. The fellow women you meet and connect with will forever change your life!” — Nikki Armstrong
our venue
Set to a gorgeous backdrop in the stunning Hill Country near Austin, TX, our luxurious and tranquil retreat space offers a sauna, cold plunge, firepit, indoor and outdoor lounge areas, trails and more, inviting you to arrive fully and appreciate all that nature offers.
Change is what happens to you.
Transition is how you navigate change.
registration Details
retreat cost
$1,499+
depending on your room selection
see accommodation options below
$799 deposit due to secure your spot
included:
3 nights accommodations in a breathtaking, peaceful getaway. The retreat begins on Thursday, Feb 1st at 4:00pm and Ends Sunday, Feb 4th at noon
locally sourced, farm to table meals & beverages provided - we will feast!
a full weekend of transformational experience designed for you
new friends & perspective
Accommodation Options
$1699
2 avail
Main House
shared Bed
Shared Queen Bed
$1,699
$1599
6 avail
Studio “Bunk” Room
shared Bed
Shared Queen Bed
$1,599
$1499
1 avail
Main House “Bunk” Room
Shared bed
Shared Queen or Bunk
$1,499
If you are interested in a private room, please inquire for pricing!
FAQs
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Flights to/from Austin as well as ground transportation to/from the venue is NOT included.
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Absolutely! Once you’ve registered, we will follow up asking for any dietary restrictions or preferences. Our wonderful chef will make magic for everyone!
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Our venue is in the Hill Country about 30-40 minutes from downtown Austin. If you are coming from the airport you should plan on 45 minutes by car. Uber/Lyft will be available to bring you to the venue. We may also be able to coordinate some ride sharing between retreat guests!
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Our weekend together will begin on Thursday at 4:30pm. Each day we will share all of our meals, a movement/meditation practice in the morning as well as afternoon and evening group sessions. Don’t worry, there will be plenty of free time to enjoy the nature, hot tub and your new friends. Our time together will end on Sunday morning around 11:00am. When you arrive, we’ll give you a full itinerary.
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Your deposit of $799 is refundable until March 1st when your final payment is due. After that, no refunds can be issued, but if you experience an emergency before the retreat, you can transfer your payment to a future retreat. Just contact me if you have any concerns!
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The Threshold Retreat is designed to support individuals on their personal journey of self-discovery and transformation. While I provide a nurturing, trauma-informed environment, please note that this retreat does not provide or replace professional mental health support.