I long, as does every human being, to be at home wherever I find myself.

The one who shows up, holds space, gets things done.

And somewhere along the way, you’ve learned how to keep going—even when you’re exhausted.
Even when your own needs get quiet.

Not to fix yourself. 

Not to push harder.

But to slow down… and gently reconnect with the parts of you that have been waiting for your attention.

Through guided reflection, rest, and supportive connection, you’ll begin to:

• Feel more at home in yourself
• Notice what you actually need
• Let go of guilt around rest and receiving
• Leave with simple ways to stay connected to yourself in everyday life

You don’t have to do anything perfectly here. 

You don’t even have to share.

You just have to come as you are. 

• You feel tired in a way that rest alone hasn’t fixed
• You’re used to being the strong one, the responsible one
• You often put your needs last (or aren’t sure what they are anymore)
• You feel guilty slowing down
• You want to feel more connected to yourself—but don’t know how to get there

• More connected to yourself
• Rested in a way that feels real
• More open, present, and grounded
• Grateful for small moments again
• Equipped with simple ways to stay connected to your needs—without guilt

January 8 - 10, 2027

After giving to everyone around you during the holidays, this is your chance to rest, recuperate, and start your year off more connected to your body, mind, and spirit.

This retreat is about creating and taking space for rest, relaxation, and reconnection with yourself.  I have chosen a beautiful and luxuriously relaxing resort to welcome you in and hold you on this journey.  

The Inn at Willow Grove

14079 Stones Throw Drive
Orange, Virginia 22960 

The Inn at Willow Grove is nestled among the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, farmland, and vineyards.  The circa-1778 manor house is surrounded by comfortably plush cottages that you will undoubtedly sink into upon your arrival.  You may not want to leave your bed, if I'm honest!

This retreat is a sacred space for 10-15 women who long to return to themselves, to finally take the space and choose to honor who they are and what they need. Women who understand they matter and cannot pour from an empty cup. Women who give to partners, kids, work, community, but often have nothing left for themselves. This is for the woman who wants to connect with her value and her worth, and honor her needs; who knows, deep down, that she deserves her own attention and love and admiration and appreciation.

The retreat is being led by Elysia Oudemans-Tilley, LCSW-C, a trauma-informed therapist in private practice. While this retreat will not dive deep into trauma, it will be an invitation to reconnect with self in a therapeutic environment where you will be supported to come back to the parts of you that need nurturing and care and rest from the responsibility of holding space for everyone else.

• REST:  Gorgeous, plush, luxurious, private accommodations, most with gas fireplaces, and either a king or queen bed.
• NOURISH:  All meals from Friday dinner through brunch on Sunday, including a gourmet dinner on Saturday featuring fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients that will feed your soul.
• EXPLORE:  Guided meditation, self-compassion practice, journal prompts, therapeutic discussion (details will be added later).
• RESET:  Lots of free time to rest, explore nature, take silent walks, explore town, check out a winery...
• PERMISSION: To take care of you, receive what you need, rest rest rest...

• Stress
• Requirements to do anything you do not want to do
• Pressure to "do this right"
• Expectations of you to do anything other than what is best for you

Investment:  $2450

Early bird (by May 31);  Receive $400 discount (first 5 spots only):  $1950

Payment Plans Available

If you’re used to putting yourself last, saying yes to something like this can feel uncomfortable.  You might wonder if you're “worth it,” or if you should be spending this time or money elsewhere.  

Those feelings are welcome here too and, in fact, part of this pattern we find ourselves in.

This retreat is, in many ways, a practice in choosing yourself—without needing to earn it first.

Reach out to me; I welcome your questions!

Email:  elysia@terataicounseling.com

Phone:  (301) 479-0337