October 9-11, 2026 | Starting at $450
Return to Self: A Nervous System Reset Retreat
About the Retreat
This two-night retreat is located at the Blue Mountain Retreat Center, a welcoming 27-acre property situated in the hills just outside Harper’s Ferry, WV, and 65 miles from Washington DC. It is a chance to step away from the noise of daily life and reconnect with yourself through movement, nature, and therapeutic practices designed to help you truly reset.
This isn’t a typical wellness retreat. It’s a thoughtfully designed, hybrid experience that blends:
Nervous system healing
Embodied movement
Nature immersion
Add-on therapeutic sessions for deeper exploration and release
To help you feel:
Guided, but never overwhelmed
Supported, but always free to choose your own pace
A Distinct Adventure
Most retreats are either highly structured or completely unstructured. This one strikes a balance between the two:
Flexible by design – choose what calls to you
Therapeutically grounded – rooted in nervous system work
Deeply restorative – with intentional downtime built in
Connection without pressure – community when you want it, space when you need it
What Makes This Retreat DifferentThe Core Experience
Lodging Friday and Saturday night
All meals from dinner Friday to lunch Sunday
Serve yourself breakfast and snacks at all times
Fresh, nourishing lunches and dinners prepared on-site
A curated program including:
Yoga, mat Pilates, and embodied movement offerings
Applied polyvagal practices
Meditation, breathwork, and tapping sessions
Creative stations set up to engage with anytime
Guided access to the surrounding area
Downtime and the ability to choose your own adventure
Optional Retreat Enhancing Experiences
Brainspotting Therapy:
If you’re still feeling stuck despite insight, effort, or talk therapy, Brainspotting offers a powerful way forward. This brain–body approach works beneath the surface to access and release stored trauma and emotional pain, helping your nervous system reset at its own pace. The result: less anxiety and overwhelm, more clarity and calm. Rich and Amelia are excited to offer on-site sessions at the discounted rate of $90/hour.
Massage Therapy:
There will be a licensed and experienced massage therapist on-site offering wellness treatments at the rate of $90/hour.
A cozy, welcoming retreat center nestled near Harper’s Ferry. WV and surrounded by nature.
Large great room for movement classes and group gatherings
Comfortable mix of private and shared bedrooms
Indoor and outdoor spaces for rest, relaxation, reflection, and connection
Easy access to trails, the C&O Canal Towpath, river outfitters, and the charming town of Harper’s Ferry, WV
The Space
Lodging Options & Pricing
Three options to choose from (prices include all meals):
$600: Private Room: Three rooms, three spots total
$500: Shared Room with one other person: Two rooms, four spots total
$450: Shared Room with two or three other people: Two rooms, six to eight spots total
Limited private rooms available. Book now to secure your spot!
Triple Room
Quad Room
Private Room
Double Room
A Glimpse Into Your Weekend
Friday
Arrival , happy hour, and settling in (4pm-6pm)
Dinner and orientation
Opening gathering: meditation, movement, and intention setting
Saturday
Sunrise yoga
Morning workshops
Lunch: to-go option available
Free time to rest or explore as much as you see fit:
Optional guided hiking, walking the C&O Towpath, or exploring old town Harper’s Ferry, WV
Happy hour, dinner, and a bonfire gathering
Sunday
Mat Pilates
Morning workshops
Closing gathering: connection, movement, and reflection
Lunch and departure (by 2pm)
Meet Your Facilitators
Sally Kowalczyk, RYT-200, Pilates Certified, Barre Certified: Sally is a yoga, barre, and Pilates instructor with over 20 years in the fitness industry. She fell in love with each modality for its unique ability to build strength, mobility, and confidence—and she brings that same passion for overall well-being and lifelong health into every class she teaches. A dedicated traveler who loves meeting new people, Sally enjoys sharing a wide range of movement styles wherever she goes. Her goal is simple: to help people love living in their bodies.
Amelia Nigro, LCSW-C, C-DBT: Amelia is a mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals in navigating life’s challenges and reconnecting with themselves. Amelia currently works at St. John’s College in Annapolis and runs her own private practice, Emerging Counseling and Wellness. In addition to clinical work, Amelia facilitates wellness workshops and community events designed to foster connection, healing, and growth. Her therapy dog, Mando, often joins sessions, offering comfort and a grounding presence. Amelia is deeply passionate about building community and creating spaces where people feel seen and supported—which is why she is so excited to co-create a wellness retreat alongside her twin sister Sally and colleague Rich. She can’t wait to see you there.
Rich Doyle, LCSW-C, EMDRIA Certified: Rich is a mental health therapist with 20 years of experience helping people reconnect with themselves in the midst of life’s challenges. He currently works at St. John’s College, runs his private practice, Inner Compass Counseling & Wellness, and offers wellness events in the community. Alongside him is his full-time therapy dog, Buddy, who brings comfort, joy, and his signature wiggles wherever he goes. Together, they create a warm, supportive space where people can tune into their inner wisdom, experience healing, and move forward with greater ease in life. A lifelong lover of the outdoors, Rich is continually reminded by nature to slow down, listen, and reconnect. That spirit is woven into this retreat, which he’s honored to co-create with Sally and Amelia and share with you.