Somatic IFS: Restoring Embodied Connection to Come Home to Ourselves
Discover the transformative power of Somatic Internal Family Systems (IFS) as developed by Susan McConnell, MA, CHT in our immersive 5-day retreat, designed to guide you on a profound journey of embodied connection, self-discovery and healing.
This unique retreat focuses on the intersection of IFS and embodiment practices to address the profound impact of shame and trauma on our lives.
Heal from the grip of shame through Somatic IFS practices!
This 5-day retreat may be just what you need to shake free from the shame that is affecting how you relate to yourself, others and the world around you.
Our Parts Keep the Score
Within each of us resides a complex system of parts or aspects of ourselves. Our parts can become burdened with extreme ideas, emotions, beliefs, sensations and energies from traumatic or devaluing experiences. Burdens are the constraining meaning our parts give their experiences, such as, “something bad happened to me, and therefore I am bad.” So we take on the burden of shame.
Shame Keeps Trauma Traumatic
Shame has an uncanny ability to perpetuate the pain of trauma. When unattended, burdens of shame become the veil through which we see ourselves and the world and can continue to impact our lives negatively. It often holds us hostage in a cycle of self-blame and isolation, making it challenging to find the path to healing and Self-compassion. Attending to our burdened parts from our embodied Self energy is essential for true healing.
In this 5 day retreat, you will:
#1 Explore the Foundations of Somatic IFS
Delve into the 5 practices of Somatic IFS, an integrative and highly effective approach to healing. Learn how to create a safe and welcoming space within yourself where healing can begin.
You will work with your inner world, exploring the roles of:
Your Inner Shamers - These parts often try to protect us from potential harm and inadvertently perpetuate criticism and therefore shame towards ourselves and others.
Your Shameless Parts - These reactive parts respond to our inhibited and controlling inner shamers and are experts at diverting our attention away from pain and discomfort. Relationally parts hurt others in the way we have been hurt.
Vulnerable Parts that Hold Shame - These exiled parts hold core wounds and shame often is what keeps them hidden and stuck in the past.
#2 Uncover the Roots of Shame
Examine the sources of your shame and how they intersect with trauma. Develop an understanding of how burdens of shame can be released and transformed through gentle, somatic practices.
#3 Discover the Wisdom of Your Inner System of Parts
Through guided exercises and embodiment practices, you will develop a deep understanding of your inner system of parts and their roles in your life.
#4 Integrate Embodiment Practices
Experience the power of embodiment by connecting with your Self energy. Somatic practices can help you release burdens of shame, trauma, and emotional blockages, paving the way for holistic healing.
#5 Heal the Illusion of Separateness
As you progress through the retreat, you will likely discover the interconnectedness of your inner world and the broader web of life. This realization may enable you to release the illusion of separateness and foster a sense of wholeness and belonging.
Who will be leading this retreat?
Our retreat is led by experienced Certified IFS and Somatic IFS Therapists on staff for Susan McConnell: LaDonna Silva, LMFT and Marcella Cox, LMFT, who are deeply committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for your healing journey. This retreat is ideal for participants who have familiarity with IFS and who want to integrate or deepen somatic practices for embodied healing. This retreat will provide you with the guidance to internally navigate the tender terrain of shame, ultimately leading you towards a path of inner harmony and wholeness.
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Marcella Cox, the co-facilitator, is an IFS Approved Clinical Consultant, a Level 3 Certified IFS Therapist and a member of the Somatic IFS Staff. Marcella has experience leading Somatic IFS Integration groups during Somatic IFS Retreats and guiding Somatic IFS practice groups at Somatic IFS trainings. She has more than 10 years experience teaching and presenting on Mindful Self-Compassion (Certified Teacher), Yoga (Insight Yoga Teacher Trained by Sarah Powers) and on IFS and eating disorders/disordered eating and body shame. She is a Certified IFS Therapist and Approved Clinical Consultant, Certified Body Trust Provider and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, Supervisor helping clients heal their relationship with food and their body and training clinicians to treat eating disorders, disordered eating, and body shame. Click here for more about Marcella’s background.
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LaDonna Silva, LMFT is Process Therapist, an IFS Approved Clinical Consultant, a Level 3 Certified IFS Therapist and a member of the Somatic IFS Staff. She has been seeing clients for over 18 years and has proudly been on her own healing journey for the last 34 years. In recent years she has focused on bridging her background in Somatic and Transpersonal Psychology with Process Therapy and the IFS/Somatic IFS model. She specializes in trauma, sexual abuse/assault, grief, couples work, group work and working with the LGBTQI+ community.
LaDonna loves practicing the Art of Being and Doing in the therapeutic setting. She invites her clients to return to their own natural state of balance and well-being, all the while holding a compassionate and non-pathologizing place for those internal systems that need attention and loving care. She incorporates diverse modalities, like movement, music, somatic process, play and curiosity, to discover and address what shows up in the room.
For more about LaDonna, click here
Join us for this transformative 5-day journey, and embark on a profound exploration of embodied Self energy and embrace the wholeness of your being.
Please note that prior knowledge of IFS is required; this retreat is open to individuals with a general or broad understanding of the IFS Model. We encourage you to come with an open heart and a willingness to embark on a powerful journey of unburdening with Somatic IFS.
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Mark your calendars for May 15 - May 19 for this incredible learning opportunity.
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The retreat will be held at the Red Mountain Resort in Utah, located at the edge of Snow Canyon Mountain Park and only an hour away from Zion National Park.
1275 E. Red Mountain Circle Ivins, Utah, United States 84738 -
Wednesday, May 15th
3:00 - 6:00 Opening Session
6:00 - 8:00 Group Dinner, Canyon Breeze Restaurant
Thursday, May 16th
9:00 - 12:00 Morning Session
12:00 - 3:00 Midday Break
3:00 - 6:00 Afternoon Session
*meals are on your own
Friday, May 17th
11:00 - 1:00 Morning Session
1:00 - 2:00 Midday Break
2:00 - 6:00 Afternoon SessionLate start to accommodate personal time, optional guided hikes (7:30 - 10:30 am) or optional spa or personal discovery session. Please see Red Mountain’s calendar for options.
*meals are on your own
Saturday, May 18th
9:00 - 12:00 Morning Session
12:00 - 3:00 Mid-day Break
3:00 - 6:00 Afternoon Session
*meals are on your own
Sunday, May 19th
9:00 - 12:00 Closing Session
12:00 - 1:00 Group Brunch at Canyon Breeze Restaurant -
You can fly into St. George or Las Vegas, whichever is a better connection for you.
FROM ST. GEORGE:
Red Mountain Resort provides scheduled transportation for guests arriving at the airport before 6 pm. Guests arriving at the airport after 6 pm, however, should arrange for an Uber, Lyft, or taxi. Your ride to the resort will take approximately 30 minutes.
FROM LAS VEGAS:
Various shuttle companies take multiple daily trips from the Las Vegas Airport to the resort. The Red Mountain Resort recommends the St. George Shuttle, which offers scheduled shuttles directly to the resort. You can book your shuttle online or call (800) 933-8320. It takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes from the Las Vegas airport to the resort via shuttle.
If you choose to rent a car, your drive from the Las Vegas airport will be approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. If you fly into the St. George airport and rent a car there, your drive will be approximately 30 minutes to Red Mountain Resort.
We will also be setting up a Signal chat group so participants can arrange and coordinate rides to and from the resort.
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ALL retreat rooms are booked ONLY through our registration process. Your room assignment will be finalized once we receive your payment. For photos and pricing information about the room options, please click here.
- $2,750 for a Double room (sold out)
- $3,150 for a Queen room
- $3,250 for a King room
Price includes room, group dinner the first night and bunch the last day. Transportation to Red Mountain Resort and meals not included.
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Yes! Booking your spa and wellness appointment in advanced is available. Please note the resorts cancelation policies when booking your appointment.
Click to see offerings of Sagestone Spa, Fitness & Wellness & Personal Discovery.
Your appointments and activities can be scheduled online here. -
Information on Continuing Education Credit for Health Professionals
• 24 CE credits for psychologists are provided by the Spiritual Competency Academy (SCA) which is co-sponsoring this program. The Spiritual Competency Academy is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Spiritual Competency Academy maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
• The California Board of Behavioral Sciences accepts CE credits for LCSW, LPCC, LEP, and LMFT license renewal for programs offered by sponsors of CE who are approved by the American Psychological Association.
• LCSW, LPCC, LEP and LMFTs, and other professionals from outside of California need to check with their state licensing board as to whether or not they accept credits from programs offered by approved sponsors of CE by the American Psychological Association.
• SCA is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN Provider CEP16887) for licensed nurses in California. RNs must retain their certificate of attendance for 4 years after the course concludes. Nurses outside of California must confirm acceptance with their licensing boards.
•For questions about your certificate or the content, logistics, or other support issues regarding this course, please contact ladonnasilva@gmail.com.
For questions about whether APA CE is valid for you, contact your licensing board directly.
For general questions about APA CE, contact SCA at info@spiritualcompetencyacademy.com.
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We are in the process of applying for CEs with the IFS Institute. We will provide more information here once we know the status of our application.
