725807 Sideroad 22B, Meaford, ON, Canada
Up to 8 in group
August 1 - 4, 2025
About this Retreat
Esther Kalaba M.A, RP
is a registered psychotherapist, art therapist, herbalist, meditation and breathwork program creator @ the People of the Prana, artist, and health & wellness consultant. She has been working in the field of mental health and wellness for the last 25 years with thousands of people from all walks of life. She has worked in different healthcare, education, and community settings and combines her unique experience with Eastern and Western healing traditions.
She specializes working with people with complex trauma and bereavement. Esther combines a unique blend of traditional talk psychotherapy, art therapy, somatic therapy, yoga, and meditation/pranayama (breath-work) practice to her clinical work enabling for a whole person care and working on the psychological, physical, emotional, and spiritual levels.
Marianne Larochelle is a multimedia artist and photographer with over 30 yrs of professional experience .
‘’My photography is about giving life to the mystery, the unseen.For as long as i can remember I have been fascinated by the drama of being a human.Through the study of light and shadows ,fairy tales, mythology, archetypes and the otherworldly exquisite beauty of the dream world, I have spent many years digging through the lost stories of our Humanity. More specifically, I have been diving into the discarded tales of female history. Through this artistic endeavor I have come to see myself as an anthropologist of the woman’s mind. My photography attempts to understand who we are, especially by examining what is happening in the unexplored recesses of the human psyche.’’
She creates everything within the camera, using well-known classic techniques like multiple exposures, long exposures, and light painting to try to capture simultaneous moments in time and unveil mysterious worlds of beauty that lie beneath the surface of conventional representations and wisdom.
Details of this retreat
Myth & Magic: A Womens Retreat
Embark on an extraordinary retreat experience designed for women in all stages of life seeking to embrace their innate power, wisdom, and beauty. This deeply immersive program combines ancient mythology with modern therapeutic practices to guide you into the heart of your divine essence.
Using the powerful Myth & Magic process, you will select a myth or fairytale from any culture or tradition and explore the wisdom of the story through guided art therapy, writing, movement, sound to culminate in a unique shamanic photoshoot where you get to embody your story firsthand.
As you uncover the treasures within the story, you will awaken its potent wisdom for this pivotal time in your life.
Your journey begins with one online preparation session held on July 24th, where you’ll connect with a small circle of like-minded women (max 8), explore how to find your story and lay the foundation for your transformation.
The program takes place at the transformational “MYTH & MAGIC” 4-day retreat at the serene SEED Lodge. Here, you will deepen your connection to your story through ritual, shamanic practices, and sacred sisterhood. The process concludes with a shamanic photoshoot, where you powerfully step into your new story and are witnessed in the process. The stunning imagery will forever remind you of the magic that you hold within.
This intimate gathering is limited to only 8 women, creating a safe and supportive container for authentic transformation.
Join us and step into your divine power.
Participants have described this journey as profoundly transformational—illuminating hidden aspects of themselves, igniting creative energy, awakening dormant power, and guiding them to rediscover and celebrate their true essence beyond societal expectations.
If you feel a spark of curiosity—or even a twinge of fear—know that this is your invitation. Transformation often begins where courage meets the unknown.
Guided by renowned shamanic photographer Marianne Larochelle and seasoned art therapist and depth psychotherapist Esther Kalaba, this program offers a one-of-a-kind alchemical process through the Myth & Magic method. Together, you’ll reconnect to the goddess archetype within, using the transformative tools of art, storytelling, movement, and photography in a supportive and nurturing space.
This immersive therapeutic experience is designed to help you access your inner wisdom and divine power, no matter your level of artistic experience. All that’s needed is your willingness to explore, play, support others, and open yourself to the beauty of this journey.
For more information please sign up for our free webinar.
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