Retreats at Nicasio Creek Farm
“A powerful, inspirational and transformative retreat!!! Jessie Mahoney is nothing but phenomenal, wise, bright and fun. - ICU, Cleveland Clinic
Bask in natural beauty
Melt away your stress. Rest, restore, rejuvenate.
Nourish yourself with nature, experiential lifestyle medicine, and transformational mindset coaching
Potent Medicine for Mind, Body, and Soul
Nestled between Sonoma Napa Valley and Point Reyes National Seashore,
an hour north of San Francisco, and down the road from Spirit Rock Meditation Center,
is a magical 4-acre farm with the Nicasio Creek running through.
These retreats are not just a retreat
They are immersion experiences curated specifically to transform you.
When you return home,
you will see things differently,
and have the courage, capacity, confidence, and inspiration
to create a life that is more aligned, meaningful, and magical.
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“This retreat is worth every penny! The things you will learn will help you navigate toward a life that is aligned with your core values and wishes for your future.” - Peds, Mayo Clinic
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“If you are struggling with burnout, or even a hint of it, go to this retreat and learn to care for yourself.”
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“The food -OMG! It was so delicious, colorful, healthy, and abundant. A constant that felt so kind and loving.”
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“I loved the small, intimate nature of this experience. There was time to get to know other participants and the small group format allowed for great discussion in a safe space. The agenda was flexible based on our needs and there was plenty of downtime to journal, read, and reflect on what we were learning.”
Every retreat at Nicasio Creek Farm is unique
Each retreat is tailored for the season and the small group of individuals attending.
Your body, mind, and spirit will be nourished with delicious culinary experiences,
time, space, nature, and community.
You will enjoy mindfulness, sound healing, restful sleep, yoga, time for reflection, journaling, resting, and simply being.
While in an optimized physiological and neurochemical state, you will experience the full effects of expertly facilitated evidence-based mindset coaching.
*Randomized controlled trials show coaching lessens burnout and emotional exhaustion and improves quality of life.
*If you need an official “agenda” for your institution to approve, click here.
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“Jessie is so warm and wise. Regardless of how tightly wound up or zen you are on arrival, you will leave feeling lighter.”
-Trauma Surgeon, Missouri
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“This experience is life-changing. The value of diving deeply into our learned belief patterns in the company of other supportive colleagues is immeasurable.” - ObGyn
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“Jessie and the retreat gave me practical real-life tools to improve how I approach problems, both big and small.
I recommend this to all physicians.”
- Surgeon
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“Loved everything from the new friends to the amazing healthy food to the self-exploration and coaching. Yoga was very accessible for a middle-aged beginner.
Highly recommend! Would love to go again!” - ED
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“How Jessie frames lessons is different and hits home uniquely and powerfully.”
- Surgeon
Nourish Yourself
FAQs
When are retreats offered?
There is a retreat at Nicasio Creek Farm almost every month. Click one of the "sign up buttons" to see currently available dates. Multi-day retreats are only open to 5-6 participants and usually sell out. Sign up to be notified of new dates as they are announced.
How much do retreats cost?
Prices range from $3500 to $5600 dependent on the length of the offering. Prices are per person except for "couples retreats." Keep in mind, you will not have hotel, restaurant, or spa charges on your credit card bill when you return home.
Where do you stay?
For multiday retreats, you stay on-site with us at no extra charge.
Is yoga, coaching, or mindfulness experience needed?
- No. The yoga is designed to be accessible. The level and style of yoga taught at retreats is similar to that offered on my YouTube channel. Opting out of poses and choosing "variations that work for you" is highly encouraged. Offerings include mindful hatha-style classes, yin, restorative, and sound healing.
- Mindfulness sessions are often outside, in nature, in locations that require walking on unpaved, uneven trails.
Is CME offered?
- CME credit is provided by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare. In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare and Pause & Presence, LLC. AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- You are responsible for being aware of your own organizations rules surrounding CME.
- We happily offer non-CME retreats, by request.
What is the difference between retreats at Nicasio Creek Farm and Sagrada?
What's the same? The bespoke experience, the leader, the curriculum, the chef, the gorgeous nature, and the intimate size (max 5-8 participants). Both have a private yoga stdio, pool, hot tub, and spectacular nature.
What's different? The location and surrounding natural environment. A true farm-to-table experience is only available in Nicasio. Sagrada offers farmer's market-to-table. Options for couple's retreats, non-CME retreats, and requests for specific dates and personalized retreats is only available in Nicasio.
Nicasio Creek Farm is a private, luxurious 4-acre creekside organic micro-farm in the small town of Nicasio in Northern California. It is a sunny oasis amidst a redwood forest 45 minutes north of San Francisco between Point Reyes and Sonoma/Napa Valley. Nicasio is in West Marin. It is an easy drive from the East Bay Area, South Bay Area, and Sacramento. The San Francisco International Airport is the closest major airport. You can get to Nicasio Creek Farm by rental car or by using the Marin Airporter. You do not have to rent a car but you likely will want to spend a few days before or after exploring the area.
Sagrada Wellness is a 45-acre mountaintop sanctuary located outside of Santa Margarita on California's central coast. Sagrada is a cozy but rustic retreat center. 30 minutes from San Luis Obispo, 2 hours from Santa Barbara, and 3.5 hours by car from San Francisco and Los Angeles. The closest airport is the San Luis Obispo Regional Airport. Alaska, American, and United fly direct from Portland, Seattle, Phoenix, San Diego, and San Francisco and via connecting flights through Denver, Dallas, Seattle, and San Francisco.
Can you arrange a team retreat at Nicasio Creek Farm?
Yes! They can include professional coaching workshops, wellness education, culinary medicine/food-as-medicine, cooking lessons, yoga, mindfulness, sound healing and forest bathing. I work with you to create an agenda that meets your needs. We can accomodate up to 19 for a day retreat. Find out more [here][3].
Yes. Reach out to discuss.