Winter Immersive Retreat

Our Intention

The turning of the year invites us to pause—to listen more closely, breathe more deeply, and remember what truly matters. Becoming Refuge offers that pause.

Through mindfulness, nature, and shared reflection, participants gain the insight that comes from stillness. Through guided integration and values-based exercises, they transform that insight into meaningful action.

Over four days, you’ll move through an intentional arc of restoration and renewal: grounding the body, opening to insight, integrating experience, and clarifying direction.

This is not about reinvention—it’s about remembrance. A quiet, purposeful beginning to the year—rooted in community, compassion, and care.

Hosted by Dr. Nikki Davis—clinical psychologist, contemplative guide, and founder of Living Refuge—alongside members of the Living Refuge Collective, this retreat weaves trauma-informed practice, mindfulness, and integrative mental-health principles into a cohesive, professionally held experience.

What To Expect

This is a retreat designed with equal attention to depth and joy. Every day offers a mix of meaningful inner work, nourishing connection, and experiences that awaken the senses.

Each day blends meaningful inner work, embodied practice, and restorative connection—with plenty of space to breathe, rest, and simply be.

You can look forward to:

🌿 Daily guided mindfulness, meditation, and gentle movement

🌿 A permaculture farm tour with hands-on activities (juicing, foraging, or pickling)

🌿 Kayaking or boating through the lush St. Sebastian River

🌿 Access to sauna, cold plunge, and hot-tub rotations for deep relaxation

🌿 Optional ketamine-assisted session for eligible participants (medical and psychological screening required)

🌿 Ample unstructured time for journaling, reflection, or exploration

Some moments will be quiet and inward; others lighthearted and communal. All are designed to support nervous-system restoration, grounded clarity, and a renewed sense of direction.

Dates & Details:

🗓️: January 1-4, 2026

📍 ChoZen Retreat in Sebastian, FL

Accommodations: Luxury eco-lodging for one, two, or three guests with shared bathrooms

Rates: Starting at $1,950 per person for shared double occupancy; $2,250 for private rooms

Includes: All lodging, meals, private group activities, and access to on-site offerings

The Process

We are curating an intentional, small-group container—one where each person contributes to the safety, trust, and depth of the experience. For this reason this retreat is by application only.

How it works:

Complete the brief application form (link below)
We’ll contact you to schedule a short screening call
If you’re exploring the ketamine-assisted component, a medical intake will be conducted to determine eligibility
Upon acceptance, you’ll receive payment details and logistical information
A deposit is required at this stage to confirm your spot (payment plans available)

Application link

About Chozen

ChoZen Retreat is a sacred space nestled along the pristine St. Sebastian River, designed to inspire connection, reflection, and renewal. Rooted in a mission of sustainability and mindful living, this lush sanctuary offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty and wisdom of the natural world.

Spanning vibrant ecosystems of native flora and fauna, the land at ChoZen whispers a timeless invitation to slow down, reconnect, and reimagine your relationship with yourself and the environment. From quiet riverbanks to shaded forest trails, every corner of ChoZen is a reminder of nature’s power to heal and transform.

Here, mindful practices and intentional experiences blend seamlessly with the rhythms of the land, creating a space where growth feels organic, and balance becomes second nature. At ChoZen, you are invited not just to retreat, but to truly return—to the earth, to your center, and to a life of deeper meaning and connection.

A New Year's Immersive Retreat | January 1–4, 2026

Becoming Refuge

Our Intention

What To Expect

The Process

About Chozen