7 Day Intimate Women’s Healing Trauma Retreat with Psychotherapist Tess Hunneybell, Italy

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San Flaviano, Localita Palombara, Sellano, Province of Perugia, Italy
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Up to 5 in group
Date
May 20 - 26, 2026

Retreat Highlights

  • Exclusive Experience for Only 5 Guests
  • Guided by British Trauma Consultant Psychologist Tess Hunneybell
  • Over 13 Years of Experience in Leading Trauma Healing Retreats
  • Serene Setting in a 15th-Century Italian Monastery
  • Focus on Healing from Trauma and Complex Trauma
  • Personalized Trauma Therapy Sessions
  • Daily Yoga, Meditation, and Breathwork Classes
  • Workshops on Healing Trauma and Building Resilience
  • Somatic Body Practices to Release Stored Trauma
  • Guided Mountain Walks and Nature Connection
  • Luxurious Afternoon at a Thermal Spa
  • Home-Cooked Vegetarian Meals
  • Supportive and Compassionate Environment
  • Tools Based on Neuroscience for Long-Term Healing
  • Opportunity to Reset Fight-or-Flight Responses
  • Focus on Emotional and Physical Well-Being
  • Emphasis on Personal Growth and Transformation
  • Limited Availability with Upcoming Retreats in 2025

About this Retreat

Details of this retreat

Born Free: Healing the Body, Freeing the Mind
Join a deeply transformative women’s trauma-healing retreat designed to help you release personal and ancestral wounds, reconnect with your body, and rediscover inner freedom.
Led by British psychologist Tess Hunneybell, this gentle yet powerful program blends psychotherapy, somatic healing, Trauma Yoga Therapy, and guided emotional work in a safe, nurturing environment.
Set in Tess’s private converted monastery in the Umbrian mountains, each retreat welcomes only five women, ensuring personal attention, emotional safety, and space for genuine transformation.
Over the past 15 years, more than 1,000 women have walked this path—finding peace, empowerment, and a renewed connection to their authentic selves.

Your Healing Team
Eszter Balázs – Somatic Healing Movement Therapist and Trauma Yoga specialist guiding gentle body-based release and nervous-system regulation.
Viktoria Varga – Senior yoga teacher, body alignment expert, and holistic therapist offering restorative treatments and compassionate support.

Together, Tess and her team create a safe, sacred space for deep emotional healing, embodied freedom, and lasting inner transformation.

Schedule

Morning meditation and breathwork session to start the day.
Nutritious breakfast served in the dining area.
Guided trauma-informed yoga session to release tension.
Mid-morning workshop on healing trauma and building resilience.
Healthy, home-cooked vegetarian lunch.
Free time for rest, reflection, or exploring the monastery grounds.
One-to-one personalized session with Tess Hunneybell for trauma support and guidance.
Afternoon somatic body practice to release stored trauma.
Nature walk in the surrounding hills or gardens.
Evening group session for sharing, guided discussions, or ceremonies.
Delicious vegetarian dinner shared with fellow participants.
Evening relaxation with guided meditation or personal quiet time.
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change

Getting Here

Location icon San Flaviano Monastery , San Flaviano, Localita Palombara, Sellano, Province of Perugia, Italy

Directions

Rome Airport (FCO) is 2.4 hours drive or take the train to Spoleto and we will arrange a transfer to San Flaviano.

Perugia Airport (PEG) - 45min drive or we will arrange a transfer to San Flaviano.

Florence Airport is 3.4 hours drive or take the train to Foligno and we will arrange a transfer to San Flaviano.

Accommodation

The accommodations are designed to provide comfort, tranquility, and a connection to the monastery's historic charm. Each guest room is thoughtfully appointed with cozy bedding, simple yet elegant furnishings, and en-suite bathrooms, ensuring a restful stay. The rooms reflect the serene ambiance of the monastery, offering mountain or garden views that invite relaxation. Guests can enjoy peaceful nights in this nurturing space, perfect for healing and self-reflection. There is a choice of single occupancy or twin room share.

Accommodation
€2695.00

Venue & Amenities

Venue & Amenities
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms icon A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi icon Free Wifi
Spa icon Spa
Sauna icon Sauna
Pool icon Pool
Towels icon Towels
Free Parking icon Free Parking
Kitchen icon Kitchen
Tour Assistance icon Tour Assistance
Hot Tub icon Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea icon Coffee/Tea
Cafe icon Cafe
Restaurant icon Restaurant
Fitness Center icon Fitness Center
Yoga Studio icon Yoga Studio
Housekeeping icon Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent icon Bicycles For Rent
San Flaviano Monastery is a beautifully restored sanctuary in the heart of Italy, blending ancient charm with modern comforts. Its serene setting features stunning stone architecture, peaceful courtyards, and lush gardens. The guest rooms are cozy yet minimalist, fostering relaxation. Shared spaces include a tranquil meditation hall, a sunlit kitchen, and scenic outdoor terraces. Surrounded by rolling hills and nature, San Flaviano offers an inspiring space for reflection and healing.

Meals

Menu
Menu

Menu Types

Delicious meals crafted by two professional cooks, using freshly sourced local mountain produce from the Italian countryside. Inform us of your dietary needs.

What's Included

  • Six Nights of Accommodation in a 15th-century Italian monastery
  • Personalized Trauma Therapy Sessions with British Trauma Consultant Psychologist Tess Hunneybell
  • Daily Yoga, Meditation, and Breathwork Classes
  • Workshops on Healing Trauma and Building Resilience
  • Somatic Body Practices to release stored trauma
  • Guided Mountain Walks for nature connection
  • Luxurious Afternoon at a Thermal Spa
  • Three Daily Home-Cooked Vegetarian Meals
  • Unlimited Drinks and Snacks
  • Supportive and Compassionate Environment

What's Not Included

  • Airport transfer
  • Travel insurance
  • Flights costs
  • Visa fee
  • Additional activities not included in the itinerary
  • Additional treatments

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