For centuries, women who were intuitive, connected to nature, worked with plants, honored the cycles of the Earth, trusted their inner knowing or simply existed outside of what society expected of them were often feared, silenced or labeled as “witches.” And while we may not be living through the witch trials anymore, many of us still carry what has become known as the Witch Wound: the fear of being seen, speaking our truth, trusting our intuition, taking up space or fully stepping into our power.
The Witchy Woman Fall Day Retreat is a day devoted to exploring that wound and reclaiming the parts of ourselves we may have learned to suppress. Being a witchy woman does not have to mean casting spells or practicing witchcraft. To us, it means remembering our connection to ourselves, to other women and to the natural cycles happening within and around us.
This day is about reclaiming a word that has historically been used to make women and their power something to fear.
Patriarchal and colonial systems have sought to control women who existed outside of prescribed roles, including women who were unmarried, widowed, independent, spiritually influential or otherwise difficult to place under traditional authority. Many of these women served their communities as healers, midwives, herbalists, caretakers and keepers of generational wisdom. They created remedies from the Earth and were people their communities turned to for guidance, support and healing during some of life’s most vulnerable moments.
Over time, the image of the powerful, independent, intuitive woman became intertwined with something dangerous, shameful or even evil. This retreat is an invitation to question that story. What happens when we stop seeing the “witch” as something women were taught to fear and instead begin seeing her as an archetype of the woman who fully trusts herself?
The woman who knows her own power, listens to her intuition, honors the wisdom of her body, lives in relationship with nature and it’s cycles, supports and heals within her community and who refuses to make herself smaller simply because her power makes someone else uncomfortable!!!
🌿Offerings:
🧘♀️Opening Ceremony & Intention Setting by Megan Feken of The Holistic Treehouse
Begin the day by connecting with the group, grounding into the space and setting intentions for the day ahead.
🌬️Breathwork by Melissa Hertzog of Breath Works with Mel
Move stagnant energy, release what has been stored within the body and reconnect with the wisdom that already lives within you.
🔮Psychic Mediumship Readings by Jennifer Williams
Connect with your intuitive nature and receive messages, guidance and validation from Spirit.
💃Fireside Intuitive Dancing by Loretto Dalmazzo
Allow creative movement to become a pathway for self expression and divine feminine energy to rise within you.
🍲Homemade Soup, Salad & Bread Bar
Nourish your body with fresh, comfort foods, intentionally crafted for any diet or lifestyle.
🍫Smores Dessert Bar
Gather around the fire for a nostalgic treat, embracing the simple magic of sweetness, connection and community.
🍵Hot Beverages
Keep warm and cozy throughout the day with comforting seasonal beverages.
🎧Monroe Institute Meditation by Jessica Desilets of Chapter of Us
Journey beyond the thinking mind to explore expanded states of consciousness & inner knowing.
🔥Fire Ceremony Ritual by Mackenzie Foster of The Mackenzie Collective
Release the beliefs, expectations and stories that have kept you disconnected from your power.
⭐Astrology + Closing by Megan Feken of The Holistic Treehouse
Explore how the Witch Wound uniquely shows up in your birth chart and reflect on how you can carry the day’s insights forward.
This day retreat is for you if:
• You feel called to reclaim your intuition, power and/or the parts of yourself you learned to suppress.
• You have ever felt afraid of being too much, too different, too spiritual, too outspoken or too powerful.
• You’re ready to explore how the witch wound may be affecting how you show up, speak your truth and are seen.
• You crave a deeper connection to your body, your intuition, nature, Spirit and the cycles happening within and around you.
• You want to gather with other women in a space where you can learn, heal, connect, reclaim and celebrate one another.
📍 Where: Private Residence in Chesapeake, VA - address will be provided upon booking
📅 When: Saturday, October 10th, 2026
🕒 Time: 2:00 - 9:00 PM
🎒 Bring: Refillable water bottle, a journal, yoga mat, comfy layered clothes, an item for the ancestors alter and an open mind.
💰 Energy Exchange: $199
‼️This purchase is nonrefundable unless The Holistic Treehouse cancels the event. In the event of a cancellation due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the event will be rescheduled. If you are unable to attend the rescheduled date, you will be eligible for a full refund.
🛖If you are traveling from out of town and need lodging, we will be happy to help you find the perfect hotel, air bnb, camping site, etc. to fit your needs and close to the event. Please reach out to Megan for assistance at megan@theholistictreehouse.com.
“I feel like each still moment and meditation took me a step further to finding the clarity I needed. I hadn’t realized that the answers or guidance I needed didn’t have to come from an outside source. Instead, I just needed to reconnect with my inner self to know what my soul needs to move forward on my true path. I had intended on finding ways to turn to and root myself in the light more often, but I realized the light has been within all along and I just have to make time to connect with it.”
“The opening ceremony was my favorite part of the whole day. The meditation was so skillfully executed. It made me relaxed and open. The advice to stay present was invaluable. I struggle with this but also work to stay aware of what I can do to stay present. Thank you for such an amazing presentation and event!!”
“By incorporating the childhood photo into the inner child work I was really able to capture some of the pain and discomfort I experienced. I could see it in the photo! I was able to connect to my inner child better than I ever have. What a lovely gift! Thank you for incorporating that into the day! ”
GET TO KNOW OUR PRACTICIONERS
Opening & Closing Ceremony
Megan Feken is a co-owner of The Holistic Treehouse, a Spiritual Event Coordinator, Astrologer, Akashic Guide, Psychic Medium, Mentor and Reiki Master Teacher with a passion for helping others in times of hardship, healing from past traumas and everyday well being.
Intuitive Dance
Loretto Dalmazzo is a mom of two, lifelong seeker, and believer in the healing power of music, movement, and connection. Music and dance have been an important part of her own journey, helping her reconnect with herself, move through emotions, and rediscover joy and playfulness.
Certified in meditation through Edgar Cayce’s A.R.E. and currently pursuing training in somatic healing, Loretto continues to explore the connection between mind, body, creativity, and well-being. Through movement, intentional listening, and shared experiences, she hopes to create spaces where people can let go, move freely, reconnect with themselves, and remember that healing can include joy, play, and community.
Psychic Mediumship Readings
Jennifer Williams is a Psychic Medium who works with Spirit & her own psychic abilities to help provide clarity to those seeking guidance. She has taken numerous classes on Trance & Evidential Mediumship with the International Spiritualist Federation, and many other teachers in the US & England. She is also trained in Reiki, Hands on Healing & Trance Healing.
Fire Ritual
Mackenzie Foster is a Witch, Psychic Medium, Professional Tarot Reader, Spiritual Mentor & Podcast Host. She is passionate about helping others explore their spirituality, strengthen their intuition, and connect with the unseen realms. Whether you seek clarity, healing, or empowerment, you’re always welcome.
Monroe Institute Meditation
Jessica Desilets is the founder of Chapter of Us, a heart-led space for exploring consciousness, connection, and inner transformation. From nuclear medicine to multidimensional meditation, she’s traded gamma rays for gamma waves ~ blending science and spirit to guide others inward. Through specialized Monroe Sound Science® group meditations, Jessica helps people remember the wisdom already within, offering experiences that are both grounding and expansive!
Breathwork
Building the capacity to feel what’s real, face what’s true, and trust yourself through breath.
Melissa Hertzog believes the goal isn’t to escape discomfort or become a better version of yourself—it’s to build the capacity to stay with yourself through all of it. Through breath, she creates space to move beyond avoidance, reconnect with the body, and hear what’s true underneath the noise.
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