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The retreat in Italy
A perfect getaway to leave behind everyday life, take time for yourself, work on your recovery and personal growth and find a new direction, meaning and purpose.
Setting
Situated on a 63 ha estate in the central part of Italy, secluded and surrounded by cornfields, fruit trees, an olive garden and woodlands, the retreat provides complete privacy, confidentiality and lots of individual space. Beautiful winding paths allow you to explore the wonderful surroundings, showing magnificent views of the foothills of the Apennine mountains where you will feel in harmony with nature.
The estate offers a pool in a panoramic position, with plenty of space to find a quiet spot to read, rest, relax, walk or hike, and is only about a 30 minutes’ drive away from the nearest beach, one hour away from the nearest airport. Guest accomodation consists of four comfortable, stylish, well-equipped apartments, and offer a choice of bed and breakfast, half or full board treatment. Transfers to/from the nearest airport of railway station can be arranged.
For whom
For people, individuals and families, who are struggling to cope with addiction, with co-dependency, with the impact of being raised in a dysfunctional family due to substance abuse and alcohol problems, and (underlying) trauma issues, or those who struggle with existential issues, such as major life changes, emotional exhaustion (burnout), anxiety and depression, psychosomatic disorders (chronic pain, fribromyalgia, etc.).
For those who are working on alcohol or substance abuse issues, the retreat is not intended to substitute a treatment center, but it aims to help people remain grounded and sobriety focused, providing emotional support and help with patterns of behaviour, sources of frustration, triggers, purpose and objectives.
You may choose to follow an individual program or connect with like-minded people; sharing with others can help you to eliminate any sense of isolation and loneliness you may have. The sense of being heard and knowing that you are not alone can help you be open about your feelings in a peaceful, safe, caring and nurturing environment.
You will be able to experience “one to one” sessions with an expert psychotherapist and recovery coach, and/or join small group sessions. You can relax, explore and express your emotions in a supportive and understanding environment, soothe and focus your mind.
Therapists, counsellors and recovery specialists who would like to work with their own clients in a relaxed, beautiful outdoor setting are very welcome at the Vellaneta estate!
The retreat in Italy
You will leave feeling relaxed, in better health, strengthened and empowered, able to step back into your normal life with a feeling of wholeness and direction, and with a clear sense of your priorities.
Sober holidays
Addiction recovery is a time of healing and a time to focus on the self: but recovery, learning how to live a sober life, is not simple.
Family holidays
Discover how the road to recovery can also be fun and pleasure. Your family holiday will become the best holiday ever!
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy. An integrative therapy known to help people heal from traumatic or upsetting events.
Adult children of alcoholics
Many adult children who grew up in a dysfunctional home have been deeply affected by their experiences and often seek counselling and professional treatment to help resolve these issues.
Workshops
The Path toward Healing: Break the Chains of Triggers and Urges, 19-24 April and 11- 16 May 2024.
The Path toward Healing: Co-dependence: recognize and overcome Relationship Addiction, dates to be etablished.
Secluded position Vellaneta Estate
The secluded position of the Vellaneta estate, 63 ha, provides complete privacy and confidentiality with lots of individual space. It sits in the midst of an unspoiled nature, and is surrounded by cornfields, fruit trees, an olive garden, and woodlands. Beautiful winding paths allow you to explore the wonderful surroundings, showing magnificent views of the foothills of the Apennine mountains where you will feel in harmony with nature. It offers a pool in a panoramic position, and is only about a 30 minutes’ drive away from the nearest beach.
You can enjoy the comfort of four fully equipped, well-furnished apartments, that offers accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, but other meals can be provided with advance notice. Car rentals are available at every airport of arrival: Ancona, Bologna, Rome.
A transfer to/from nearest airport or railway station can be arranged.
We will be happy to give you more information, just send a mail to:
info@theretreatinitaly.com, or phone: +39 333 3230381
Questions? Please contact us
Do you have any questions about the programs? Would you like to know more, make a reservation? Just send a mail to: jacquelinedg@libero.it