The Invitation

Imagine a place where your stress melts away, your mind quiets, and your spirit awakens. At the Serenity Retreat, we invite you to leave behind the hustle of daily life and embark on a transformational journey toward balance, clarity, and inner peace. Nestled in the lush embrace of Costa Rica’s rainforest, this is your opportunity to reconnect with yourself, recharge your energy, and reimagine your life’s possibilities. Your path to serenity begins here.

 What Makes This Retreat Special

The Serenity Retreat is not just an escape—it’s a carefully crafted program designed by a psychologist with 30 years of expertise in stress management and a certified master coach. Every activity and experience is rooted in proven techniques to help you achieve profound, lasting transformation. This retreat goes beyond relaxation; it equips you with tools to sustain your growth, maintain your sense of calm, and avoid falling back into the old patterns you’re ready to release. When you return home, you’ll carry with you not only unforgettable memories but also a renewed sense of purpose and strategies to sustain your newfound clarity and joy.

 Why This Retreat Could Change Your Life

• Clear Old Baggage, Embrace New Possibilities
  Break free from the patterns, beliefs, and behaviors that have held you back, creating space for greater happiness and fulfillment.
  
  

• Nourishing Meals, Vibrant Energy
  Fuel your body and soul with fresh, wholesome meals that support your transformation from within.
  
  

• Inner Peace Through Guided Meditation
  Find clarity and balance through daily mindfulness practices that calm your mind and awaken your inner strength.
  
  

• Empowered Personal Growth
  Let go of self-doubt and old limitations with guided workshops that help you reconnect with your truth and unlock your potential.
  
  

• Healing Nature Immersion
  Experience the profound restoration of mind and body as you immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s natural beauty through a guided nature-bathing experience.
  
  

• A Circle of Belonging
  Be part of a supportive, like-minded community that celebrates and uplifts you every step of your journey.

Your Serenity Retreat Includes

• A personal welcome and shuttle from Dr. Sandra & Sydney who greet you at the San Jose International Airport and bring you to the Vajra Jahra Retreat Center

• Waterfall view, air-conditioned accommodations (Single or Double private villa)

• All meals

• Daily stress management and personal development experiences

• Daily personal journal and reflections

• VR headset and StressAway app

What's not included:

1. Passports/Visas
2. Transportation to/from Costa Rica
3. Travel Insurance

 

About Your Accomodations

Vajra Jahra offers us exclusive access to their 12-acre property, which features a unique blend of luxury and natural simplicity. This includes 5-star all-inclusive villas that seamlessly integrate with their natural surroundings.

One-Bed Villas
Our one-bed villas are perfect for those seeking privacy and tranquility. There are six one-bed villas available, each with a private outdoor space. Each villa is air-conditioned and features a queen-sized bed, a spacious en-suite bathroom, a cozy sitting area, and a kitchenette.

Two-Bed Villas
Two-bed villas provide ample space and comfort for guests. Situated at the top of the property, we offer a total of six two-bed villas, each featuring two queen-sized beds. Four of these villas are uniquely stacked on top of each other, creating a distinctive layout ideal for those who enjoy a more communal setting.

 

Throughout the property, you will discover touches of locally made art and furniture. Three meals a day will be prepared for you by a local chef, using fresh locally sourced ingredients.

In addition to retreat programming, enjoy features like the sunset viewing deck, infinity pool, and easy-to-access hiking trails.

Meet Your Retreat Leaders

Sandra Thebaud, PhD

Co-Host and Facilitator 

Dr. Sandra Thébaud, PhD is the creator of StressAway and a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience helping people effectively manage stress. Dr. Thébaud began her career as an active-duty Navy Psychologist and has published three books on stress management.

 

Throughout Dr. Thébaud's career, she has dedicated herself to understanding stress, its effects, and—most importantly—the science-based techniques that truly help people regain control and thrive. She’s excited to bring all of that expertise directly to you through the StressAway app.

Sydney Jackson-Clockston

Co-Host and Facilitator 

 

Sydney (she/her) is a Certified Master Coach, Award Winning Author, Speaker, Trainer, and Event Designer committed to empowering her clients with holistic leadership development. Sydney is known for her ability to curate transformational experiences, much like the SERENITY Retreat.

When Sydney is not out in the community supporting advocacy efforts for mental health and disabilities, you can find her hanging out with her partner and fur babies, exploring the newest exhibits at one of her local museums, meeting up with friends to check out a new food spot, or at the movies catching the newest action film.