Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mountain Healing Sanctuary?

Mountain Healing Sanctuary is an intimate, evidence-based wellness retreat designed to help you uncover root causes of health concerns and create meaningful, lasting change. Each retreat integrates personalized naturopathic care, clinical insight, and guided education within a deliberately chosen healing environment in the Berkshires — where nature itself becomes part of the therapeutic experience.

How does the environment support healing?

The retreat is set in the quiet, mountainous landscape of Mount Washington, Massachusetts — an environment selected specifically for its ability to support nervous system regulation, stress reduction, and deep restoration.

Fresh clean air, forest surroundings, and the absence of noise and digital distraction help shift the body out of chronic “fight or flight” and into a parasympathetic, restorative state. This physiological shift allows clinical work, reflection, and learning to land more deeply and integrate more effectively.

How is this different from a typical wellness retreat?

Most retreats treat location as a backdrop. Mountain Healing Sanctuary treats place as part of the protocol. The experience is intentionally designed around the interaction of:

  • One-on-one, root-cause naturopathic clinical care

  • Thoughtfully paced health education and treatment protocols

  • A calm, nature-rich environment that supports regulation, repair and reflection

Together, these elements create conditions for insight and change that are difficult to access in everyday life.

How many guests attend each retreat?

Retreats are intentionally limited to one or two guests at a time for clinical care but we can accommodate up to four guests to stay as part of our Family Weekend Retreat. This preserves privacy, minimizes stimulation, and allows both the clinical work and the environment to remain calm, focused, and restorative.

Who leads the retreats?

Retreats are led by a licensed naturopathic doctor experienced in root-cause medicine and functional lab interpretation. You’ll receive dedicated, one-on-one guidance throughout your stay, supported by an environment designed to enhance clarity, learning, and integration.

What types of health goals do the retreats support?

Retreats are customized and may support:

  • Chronic stress, burnout, and nervous system dysregulation

  • Hormonal balance and metabolic health

  • Gut health and inflammation

  • Mental clarity, mood, and emotional resilience

  • Preventive care and long-term vitality

The combination of clinical insight and environmental restoration allows both physical and mental patterns to shift more effectively.

Pricing & Booking

How much does a retreat cost?

The retreat experience includes two primary components: naturopathic clinical care and lodging.

Clinical Care:

  • $500 for retreats that do not require lab testing

  • $1,000 for retreats that include lab testing and lab review

The clinical fee covers your pre-retreat intake, one-on-one consultation, personalized education, and a post-retreat treatment protocol with next steps.

Lodging:
$995.25 for two night lodging accommodations at Mountain Healing Sanctuary. Lodging is offered in a quiet, nature-immersed setting designed to support rest, nervous system regulation, and integration of your retreat experience.

What is included in the clinical care fee?

The clinical fee includes:

  • Comprehensive health intake and pre-retreat intake review

  • One-on-one clinical consultation during your stay

  • Personalized education and guided discussion

  • Lab review (when applicable)

  • A post-retreat treatment protocol and recommended next steps

What does the lodging fee include?

Retreats are customized and may support:

  • Private accommodations in a serene, nature-rich environment

  • Access to indoor and outdoor spaces designed for reflection and restoration including ahot tub, dry sauna, steam shower and walking trails.

  • A calm, low-stimulation setting that supports the therapeutic goals of the retreat

Logistics & Experience

Are there any additional costs I should expect?

Travel to and from the retreat location, meals, optional supplement/herbal recommendations, and additional add-on services are not included. Meals may be added as an optional add-on; otherwise, a fully equipped kitchen is available for your use. All potential costs are communicated transparently prior to booking.

What is the cancellation policy?

Because retreats are intentionally limited and reserved exclusively for you, we ask for at least two week’s notice if you need to cancel or reschedule; cancellations made within one to two weeks may be applied as a credit toward a future Mountain Healing Sanctuary retreat, while cancellations made with less than one week’s notice are non-refundable and cannot be transferred. This allows us to preserve the integrity of the experience while offering flexibility whenever possible. Outright cancellations outside of two weeks with a full refund are fine.

Where is Mountain Healing Sanctuary located?

The retreat is located in Mount Washington, Massachusetts, in the Berkshires — a secluded, high-elevation area known for its quiet, clean air, and expansive natural landscape. The setting was intentionally selected to support calm, focus, and physiological restoration.

How long are the retreats?

Retreats are 2 night experiences, with pacing designed to allow the nervous system to settle, insights to emerge, and recommendations to integrate meaningfully.

What does a typical day feel like?

Days are unhurried and intentionally spacious. A retreat day may include:

  • One-on-one clinical consultation

  • Lab review (if applicable,) personalized education

  • Optional Add-ons like yoga, breathwork, or mindfulness

  • Time outdoors or in quiet reflection

  • Periods of rest and integration

The rhythm of the day mirrors the environment — calm, grounded, and restorative.

Why is time in nature emphasized?

Nature exposure has measurable effects on stress hormones, inflammation, mood, and cognitive clarity. At Mountain Healing Sanctuary, time in nature is not an add-on — it is a foundational element that supports the body’s innate capacity to heal and respond to care.

Is this retreat appropriate if I already work with a doctor?

Yes. Many guests attend while continuing care with their existing healthcare providers. The retreat is designed to deepen understanding, provide clarity, and support sustainable lifestyle change.

What should I bring?

After booking, you’ll receive a detailed preparation guide. Generally, guests are encouraged to bring comfortable clothing, walking shoes appropriate for the season, personal wellness items, and an openness to reflection and learning.

How do I know if this retreat is right for me?

This retreat is ideal for those who

  • Feel chronically stressed, depleted, or disconnected from their body

  • Want a deeper understanding of their health

  • Value evidence-based, root-cause approaches

  • Recognize that environment plays a critical role in healing

  • Are ready to slow down to move forward

How do I get started?

You can request more information or schedule a discovery conversation through the website.

Availability is limited to preserve the integrity of the experience.