The Àndala Journey

A Complete Therapeutic Immersion

Our Sardinia intensives create a therapeutic setting where depth work can unfold in ways that are rarely possible in ordinary life. Over the course of several days, participants move through a structured sequence of:

• Depth-oriented psychotherapeutic sessions

• Art-based processes that access symbolic and unconscious material

• Embodied movement and somatic exploration

• Group process held with clinical clarity and emotional containment

• Individual reflection supported by facilitators

Each day engages the psyche on multiple levels—cognitive, emotional, imaginal, and embodied—producing a therapeutic arc that is both rigorous and spacious.

"A su male su remediu."

To every ailment its remedy, Sardinian saying

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Why a Residential Format?

Psychological intensives require time, containment, and environment.
A residential setting allows participants to:

• Stay deeply engaged with their inner process

• Move beyond the limits of talk-based work

• Access unconscious material with fewer defences

• Integrate insights without external interruptions

• Experience a level of psychological depth that cannot be reached in short sessions

• Allow the psyche to unfold in its own rhythm

By taking care of all practical details—meals, accommodation, and structure—we create a container where your energy can be devoted entirely to the therapeutic journey.

The Landscape as Holding

Sardinia’s natural environment supports this work without becoming a metaphor or aesthetic backdrop. The landscape offers a quiet, stable presence that allows participants to settle, deepen, and turn inward.

The setting provides:

• Physical distance from habitual pressures

• A sense of groundedness and orientation

• A subtle backdrop for symbolic and imaginal work

• A rhythm that supports emotional descent and integration

The land holds the edges while the therapeutic structure supports the depth.

"In cosa chi non connoshes lea consizu."

Ask for guidance when you're unsure, Sardinian saying.

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A Method Designed for Breakthrough Work

The Sardinia retreats are rooted in The Àndala Journey Method, our integrated therapeutic approach combining:

Dance Movement Therapy

Access the body's wisdom via going beyond words, where movement carries your growth.

Art Therapy

Discover self-expression through art therapy, fostering healing and personal growth in a supportive environment.

Step into a space of presence and gentle inquiry, where group work becomes a mirror to your inner world.

Depth Psychology

This unique blend allows participants to access and process:

Pre-verbal and implicit emotional material
Symbolic imagery and unconscious content
Embodied patterns and somatic memory
Relational dynamics and internal conflicts
Emotional blocks that have resisted change in standard therapy

The intensity of the method is matched by the clarity and containment of the structure.

Who Attends These Retreats

These residential intensives are designed for individuals who:

• Want a breakthrough therapeutic experience

• Feel that talking therapy has reached its limits

• Sense deeper material beneath the surface of their current life

• Seek a psychologically rigorous alternative to wellness retreats

• Value a high-end, clinically grounded intensive

• Are ready for experiential, creative, and embodied work

• Desire deep time with themselves, held by experienced clinicians

Many participants are professionals, leaders, creatives, or individuals carrying significant emotional complexity who require a discreet, high-quality therapeutic setting.

What You Can Expect

Participants often experience:

• A reset or significant shift in perspective

• Emotional and symbolic insights not accessible in weekly therapy

• Release of material held in the body or imagination

• Reconnection with inner resources and vitality

• A deepening of self-understanding

• Movement through long-standing blocks or defences

• Integration of personal history, unconscious dynamics, and present life challenges

The work is intensive, structured, and clinically supported throughout.

Authentic Traditional Food

Sardinian cuisine is a sacred expression of earth and tradition—cheese, grains, and herbs shaped by sun and time. To eat mindfully here is to partake in an ancient ritual, honouring the cycle of life. Each bite becomes a prayer, a return to simplicity, presence, and the wisdom of the ancestors.

Stress-Free Travel

From the moment you land, we will look after your travel needs

Transportation

We will provide dedicated group transportation exclusively for participants, which will pick you up from and drop you off at Cagliari Airport.

Accomodation

Your private room, located at the same venue as the other participants, is included in the cost of the intensive. Santa Maria Navarrese in Ogliastra frames the experience.

Nutritious, traditional meals from Ogliastra will be provided for you during all activities.

Food

Pre and Post Intensive Support

We offer this support to ensure a safe, held space where trust and transformation can unfold.

Pre-intensive support

Once you secure your place on the journey, you’ll be gently welcomed with a one-on-one session with a facilitator called The Pathway Conversation. This exchange allows us to truly see you, creating a safe and aligned circle for all. It’s the first step in grounding your path and opening the gateway within.

Post-intensive support

The journey doesn’t end as you leave. One and two months after the intensive, we’ll gather again in a virtual circle—two Zoom sessions to reflect, reconnect, and weave the wisdom of your experience more deeply into your life’s tapestry.

Discovery call

A discovery call is a fundamental first step—a space to share your intentions, hopes, and questions to ensure that this journey resonates with your heart and soul before you commit.

Therapy Retreats details

2.What is not included

• Airfare

  • Airfare is not part of the package due to the wide range of participants travelling from various international locations. Flight prices vary significantly based on origin, airline, and time of booking, making it impractical to include in a fixed cost.

• Individual travel and health insurance

3.Payment

To secure your place on the intensive, a deposit of £500 is required.

Payment Options:

• Traditional bank transfer

If paying by deposit, the remaining balance is due by a final payment deadline of April 4th, 2026.

We offer a personalised instalment plan at no extra cost:
- £500 deposit at registration
- Final payment no later than April 4th, 2026

Late payments may result in cancellation without refund, though reminders will be sent beforehand.

1.What is included

• Accommodation at a 3-star Hotel in Santa Maria Navarrese, in Ogliastra, for 5 nights/6 days, including 4 full days of workshops, plus arrival and departure days.

• Full board meal plan providing three nutritious meals daily.

• Complimentary refreshments, including coffee, tea, water, snacks, sweets, and desserts, available throughout the intensives.

• Group airport transfers between Cagliari Airport (CAG) and Ogliastra on the designated check-in and check-out days.

• All activities, including trips out on the land and workshops.

5.Example day plan

4.Cancellation policy

A non-refundable deposit of £500 is required to secure your place. In the event of cancellation, this deposit will be returned in full.

Refunds will be issued via the original payment method.

If you are unable to attend but can nominate someone else to take your place, that person may join the event at no additional cost.

In the event we are required to reschedule due to facilitator illness or any other unforeseen circumstance within our responsibility, you will receive a 100% refund if you are unable to attend on the new dates.

However, in rare cases of force majeure (e.g., natural disasters, war, or other events beyond our control), refunds may not be possible. We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance that includes coverage for such events.

Please note, we are not responsible for flight cancellations or changes. We advise securing flight insurance to protect against travel disruptions.

Upon registering for Àndala Journey, you will receive a detailed PDF guide to help you prepare. This resource includes:

• Practical packing tips tailored to the setting

• Guidance on finding the right flight options and how to join the group airport transportation

• Group Psychological Contract

This guide is designed to support a smooth and well-prepared journey, so you can fully enjoy the experience.

• 7:30 – 8:00 / Breakfast

• 8:00 – 9:00 / Meditation in nature

• 9:15 – 10:30 / Reflective group

• 11:00 - 13:00 / Excursion including the first Workshop

• 13:00 – 14:00 / Lunch

• 14:00 – 16:00 / Art Workshop

• 16:00 – 17:45 / Return and Free Time

• 17:45 – 19:00 / Reflective group

• 19:00 – 20:00 / Free Time

• 20:00 – 21:00 / Dinner

This is only an example, the exact plan will be communicated close to the beginning of the residential intensives.

6.Health and Wellness Policy

• At our retreats, we prioritise the well-being of all participants while cultivating a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. We trust in everyone’s responsibility to help maintain a safe, mindful space. Below is our approach to health and wellness before and during the event.

  Before the Intensive

  • If you are feeling unwell before travel (e.g., fever, persistent cough, body aches, or symptoms of a contagious illness), we kindly ask that you stay home to protect the group’s health. We simply ask you to act responsibly before travelling.

  • If illness prevents you from attending, we will do our best to transfer your payment to a future intensive, only if we can find a replacement for your spot. If not, your payment is non-transferable.

  During the Intensive

  • If you begin feeling unwell, please rest, stay hydrated, and inform a member of our team so we can support you. This is where your travel insurance is very important.

  Respect & Responsibility

  • This event is rooted in respect and collective care. Please be considerate of others, especially those who may have heightened health sensitivities.

  • We welcome open communication—if you have any concerns about your own well-being or someone else’s, please don’t hesitate to speak with our team.

  This policy is grounded in trust, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to creating a positive, inclusive eventexperience. Thank you for contributing to a mindful and healthy environment for all.

7.Minimum group size

To ensure the event can take place as planned, we require a minimum of 5 confirmed participants. If this minimum is not met, we will notify all registered participants at least 30 days before the residential intensive start date.

Begin the Descent

Facilitators

Sabine Tendas, HCPC, UKCP, CTA, ADMTE
Giovanni Felice Pace, HCPC, UKCP, PTSTA
Gill Dawson, Independent Psychotherapist

Price

£1799

A reduced joint booking rate is available for two participants attending together. The combined fee for two places is £3,000.

Includes:

• Accommodation at Hotel Nicoletta – individual double room with en suite

• Full board, including nourishing meals and picnic lunches for excursions

• All transport for daily trips and therapeutic experiences throughout the event

• Group Airport transfers to and from the residential intensive location

• Daily psychotherapist-led sessions – including group work, art therapy, and dance and movement psychotherapy

• All art materials provided, including a personal journal to document your journey and reflections

• A special closing meal to celebrate the path you’ve walked together

• Post-intensive support – two online follow-up sessions with your group for ongoing integration

• And of course, the gift of the Sardinian sunshine (we hope!)

Date

4th to 9th of May 2026

Contact Us

This call is completely free and comes with no obligation to commit. It’s simply a space to connect, ask any questions you may have, and share what’s drawing you to this journey. We’ll be happy to listen to your intentions and offer any clarity or guidance you might need.