Therapist Retreat: Diversify Your Revenue Streams
Isle of Naxos, Greece
September 29 - October 3, 2025
*Update as of October 07, 2024 - this Retreat is SOLD OUT! If you would like to join the waitlist, please complete the registration form and select the waitlist option. We will reach out to those on the waitlist in order, if a spot opens up.
Join us for an enriching 4-night retreat on the beautiful island of Naxos, Greece. Enjoy your stay at the historic 18th-century Georgilas Cave House, a property with unique Cycladic features, exclusively secured for our group. This venue, one of the most distinctive places you will ever experience, sets the stage for an unforgettable retreat.
We are excited to offer a specially curated retreat designed for Therapists eager to creatively expand their revenue streams. Whether you're looking to start a side hustle or integrate new services into your private practice, this retreat provides the perfect opportunity to explore and enhance your profitability in innovative and enjoyable ways.
During the retreat, we will delve into various strategies for creating new revenue streams, including:
Therapy Intensives
Coaching
Running Retreats
Internship Programs
Group Practice Ownership
Exploring Public Funding
Creating & Selling Templates, Worksheets & Journals
Course, Training & Workshop Creation
Niche Creation & Unique Specialties
Assessments
Consultation
Therapist Directories
Our intimate and supportive environment will foster collaboration and idea-sharing, ensuring you leave with actionable plans and a renewed sense of purpose. You are welcome to bring a partner or guest to share in this journey. With boutique and intimate accommodations, including shared room options, this retreat promises to be comfortable, safe, connecting and inspiring.
If you have been dreaming of a trip to Greece, this is your chance to incorporate a 4-night retreat into your island tour adventures. Join us and other like-minded therapists in Naxos to step away from routine responsibilities, explore new opportunities, and experience life in a 300 year old historic castle.
Your Retreat Ticket Includes:
4-Night Accommodation : Experience the historic Pink Castle with unique Cycladic features, including private pool, hot tub and surrounded by citrus orchards. See room options and pricing here.
Group Workshops: Participate in dynamic group workshops focused on diversifying your income led by lead facilitator Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, Nicole Ripley & Chantelle Froats.
Networking & Connection: Build meaningful relationships with fellow attendees, creating a supportive and collaborative community with other Practitioners.
Local Greek Host, Private Chef & Dining Experiences: Start each day with a delicious fresh breakfast followed by a light lunch at the property. In addition, 2 exclusive group dinners are included at a local curated restaurant offering local Greece culinary experiences.
Island experience: Delight in a series of carefully planned adventures that immerse you in the beauty and culture of Naxos. Enjoy a boat cruise, visit to the Eggares Olive Press Museum with tastings, an afternoon of beachside relaxation and a sunset and wine experience at the Temple of Apollo.
Waitlist:
Complete this form if you are interested in joining the Waitlist. Space is limited and on a first come first serve basis. *We are currently SOLD OUT!
FACILITATORS & HOSTS
Facilitators are selected to complement the overall experience and theme of each retreat. We are honored to feature Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, Nicole Ripley, and Chantelle Froats, who are inspirational, caring, and dynamic facilitators.
Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes: A seasoned therapist, group practice owner, and supervisor for under-licensed providers, Ashlyn has successfully expanded income streams through various methods. She has developed her own directory, coaching program, niche market programs and counselling, assessments, course creation, and the successful publishing and sales of worksheets, journals, and templates. Ashlyn has also helped fellow therapists achieve similar success.
Nicole Ripley: With over a decade of experience as a clinical therapist and group clinic owner, Nicole supports over 50 practitioners across seven locations. She has extensive experience in public funding and securing contracts to diversify business, contributing to her rapid business growth.
Chantelle Froats: Bringing over 15 years of business development experience, Chantelle offers extensive knowledge on maximizing revenue through internship programs and other innovative ideas. As a co-owner of Retreat Season, she brings invaluable expertise to the development and successful delivery of retreats.
Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Group Practice Owner & Entrepreneurial Therapist
Nicole Ripley, Registered Clinical Counsellor & Group Clinic Owner, Clinical Facilitator
Chantelle Froats, Host, Business & Operations Facilitator
RETREAT VENUE & TOWN
The beautiful venue of the historic 18th-century Georgilas Cave House, with its unique Cycladic features, offers a serene and safe environment that is just 5kms from Naxos Old Town. Each morning, guests can enjoy a delicious daily breakfast prepared by our local Greek host, Katerina. The property includes a private pool, hot tub, and is surrounded by lush citrus orchards, providing a perfect blend of comfort and tranquility.
Naxos Old Town is a unique and wonderful place. From the ruins of ancient temples and Venetian castles rising above delightfully jumbled streets, to the sparkling turquoise waters and long sandy beaches, Naxos is a hidden gem that is less crowded and more affordable than its famous sisters, Santorini and Mykonos.
SCHEDULE
Day 1 – Sept 29:
Check-in 3pm
Welcome Reception
Introduction to Naxos & Group Dinner
Day 2 – Sept 30:
Breakfast
9am-12pm Workshop hosted by Ashlyn Douglas Barnes - Diversify Your Revenue Streams – Client Facing Opportunities: Niche Creation, Assessments, Intensives & Coaching
Group Lunch Onsite
Dinner on own
Sunset & Wine Experience at the Temple of Apollo
Day 3 – Oct 1:
Breakfast
9am-10:30am Workshop hosted by Chantelle Froats - Diversify Your Revenue Streams: Introduction to Internship Programs & Running Retreats
11am-12:30pm Workshop hosted by Nicole Ripley - Diversify Your Revenue Streams: Introduction to Group Practice Ownership & Exploring Public Funding
Group Lunch Onsite
Eggares Olive Press Museum & tasting
Beachside Afternoon Excursion
Dinner on Own
Day 4 – Oct 2:
9am-12pm Workshop hosted by Ashlyn Douglas Barnes – Diversify Your Revenue Streams – Non Client Facing Opportunities: Creating & Selling Templates, Worksheets & Journals, Course Creation, Consultation and Therapist Directories
Group Lunch Onsite
Explore Naxos Old Town
Boat Cruise & Farewell Group Dinner
Day 5 – Oct 3:
Breakfast
10am Check out
Final schedule will be provided to participants in advance of arrival.
REGISTRATION
Participant tickets range from $2,200 (CAD) (approx $1,750 USD) econo bed up to $4,400 (CAD) (approx $3,500) for a private house. See all ticket options, room pricing and payment plan options on the waitlist form here, limited spots available at this Retreat!
Bring a Guest and share a room! Colleague, friend or family member, add on $1,250 (CAD) (approx $950 USD). Guests ticket includes breakfast, group meals, excursion and access to workshops with participant.
Join our waitlist, please complete this FORM to be added to the list and our team will be in touch if any spots open up. Deposit of $750 (CAD) is required to secure your spot. Payment plans available, more details on the registration form.
POLICY
Cancellation Policy
When booking the retreat, a $750 (CAD) deposit is required, please note that this deposit is non-refundable. If you decide to cancel the retreat, you have until June 30, 2025, to do so and request a refund in writing for the remaining portion of the ticket, excluding the deposit amount. This is the date given to us by our venue and we are unable to make any changes thereafter. Therefore, if you cancel after June 30, 2025, no refunds will be issued for the ticket, regardless of the reason for cancellation. It is important to understand that by purchasing a ticket for the retreat, you are agreeing to abide by our cancellation policy. Upon approval, a ticket may be transferred to another Group Practice Owner, we are often waitlisted and will do our best to support where possible. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
TRANSPORTATION
We recommend flying into Naxos Airport (JNK) or alternatively arrive by ferry to Naxos Old Port, to arrive on September 29, 2025. Taxi’s are available to castle from airport, approximately an 8 minute drive.
Must have a valid passport that does not expire 3 months within the time of travel.
Hotel check in is 3pm and check out is 10am.
DIETARY REQUESTS
Guests who have specific dietary requirements or restrictions are kindly requested to inform us in advance. By providing us with this information ahead of time, we will make every effort to accommodate your requests. We cannot guarantee the availability of specific ingredients or guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
All participants of our retreat must secure appropriate travel insurance to protect themselves against unforeseen circumstances. Travel insurance should include coverage for trip cancellation, trip interruption, medical expenses, emergency evacuation, and personal liability. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own travel insurance and should ensure that the coverage meets their individual needs and requirements. Please review your insurance policy carefully and contact your insurance provider for any specific questions or concerns regarding coverage.
OTHER DETAILS
Not included: flights/associated travel costs, travel insurance, meals specified on own. Closer to date, detailed information including a suggested packing list will be provided.
This is a wellness retreat, not psychotherapeutic in nature.
