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EXHALE

All Gender Day Retreat

MAY 2, 2026 

SECLUDED RETREAT LODGE | BOURBON, MO 

1 hour drive from St. Louis, MO

Saturday  |  9am - 5pm CST

An All Inclusive Day Retreat for all who are ready to release tension,

soften into the body, and exhale into deep restoration.

A few things we hope for you ...

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  • Release the tension - physical, emotional, and energetic - that you have been quietly carrying.

  • Let go of expectations, pressures, and roles that no longer feel aligned with your truth.

  • Soften into your body and reconnect with the parts of you that have been asking to exhale.

  • Experience a deeper sense of presence, guided by your body’s natural rhythm and wisdom.

  • Clarify your boundaries by tuning into the somatic signals of your authentic yes and no.

  • Rest in the spaciousness of nature, in an environment that invites curiosity over judgment.

  • Reawaken your sense of freedom, ease, and connection - to yourself and the world around you.

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MEET YOUR HOSTS

BROOKE BRASFIELD

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JEAN RICKS-AYER

Brooke Brasfield, LCSW, SEP and Jean Ricks-Ayer, LPC, SEP are seemingly kindred spirits, and are on very similar pathways–both are licensed mental health therapists, both Somatic Experiencing practitioners, both certified breathwork facilitators, and both Reiki Masters. As well, Brooke is a 200 Hour RYT Yoga Teacher and Pranic Healing practitioner, while Jean is also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS). Both have a knack for seeing the world, creating a ripple effect of healing, and helping people connect to their truest, most authentic Self with love.

ITINERARY

Saturday, May 2

Our day together will include:​

  • A Welcome & Opening Circle

  • Grounding & Settling Practices

    • Mindful Movement / Gentle Somatic Yoga (for all levels)​

  • Breaks provided throughout

  • Snacks and all meals provided

  • Connecting to Body & Boundary Workshopping & Activities

  • Forest Bathing / Mindful Forest Walk

  • Clearing, Heart-opening Breathwork & Reiki​

  • Closing Process Group & Gratitude Circle

An overnight option has been added to this retreat! If you choose to stay overnight, dinner will be provided and we will have a gentle meditation and movement practice at 8:30am Sunday morning. Check out is at 10am.

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RETREAT DETAILS

  • This retreat is for all who are ready to release tension, soften into the body, and exhale into deep restoration.

  • This retreat is held at a secluded Retreat and Lodge Center in Bourbon, MO. A little over 1 hour from St. Louis, MO. ​​

  • This retreat, to keep it intimate in nature, is only open to 12 people.

  • You are welcome to participate in all scheduled activities, a few, or none. 

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what is included?​

  • Beautiful and serene retreat space

  • All Meals (food, beverages, snacks)

  • Mindful Movement (for all levels)

  • Somatic-Based Workshops

  • Breathwork & Reiki

  • Walking Meditation / Time Outdoors​

what about the space?​

  • Kindred Forest, located in Bourbon, MO is a nature-immersed retreat space on 140 private wooded acres in the Missouri Ozarks, located just over an hour from St. Louis. The accommodations are modern, intentionally designed, and thoughtfully appointed to support contemplative retreats — bringing the calm and beauty of the surrounding forest into the living spaces. Guests can enjoy hiking private woodland trails, fire pits, hammocks, and quiet outdoor seating areas. The environment invites rest, ease, and deep connection with nature, while offering comfortable, elevated lodging that immediately helps people feel at home.​

how much?​  

Total Cost for Saturday Full Day Retreat: $495

Total Cost for Saturday Full Day Retreat + Overnight Stay: $659

Click the link below to reserve your spot!​​

next steps​

  • Once you send in payment, you will receive an e-mail within 48-72 hours with a dietary questionnaire and more information on joining us! *If you do not receive this email, make sure to check your spam folder. 

  • You will receive emails throughout the next couple months to help you prepare for our time together. 

QUESTIONS?

What is the refund / cancellation policy?

- 25% ($125) is non-refundable

- 75% refund is available until April 2nd. 

- No refunds provided if cancellation is made on or after April 2nd.

- Pending extenuating circumstances will need to be discussed with facilitator(s)

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Any further questions or concerns?

Brooke's Contact Info: 314-282-7336 | hello@brookebrasfield.com

Jean's Contact Info: 314-594-7298 | jayer@hopemerchantcounseling.com

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