Hello, June! Hello Subscriber First Name,

What a beautiful spring we've been having. I hope you're finding moments to savor the longer days and notice the gentle reminders from nature that change doesn't have to be rushed—growth often happens quietly, unfolding in its own time.

This newsletter is a little different than usual.

While there is still a nourishing recipe waiting for you at the end, this edition is filled with exciting announcements, new opportunities, and a soulful collaboration that has me deeply inspired for what's ahead. There was simply too much exciting news to fit alongside my usual musings and Stillness Session offerings.

Those beloved staples will return next time. For now, I'm inviting you into a season of expansion.

Inside, you'll meet an incredible new retreat partner, learn about upcoming retreat opportunities in New York and Oregon, and get a glimpse into the beautiful experiences that have been unfolding within our retreat community.

If you've been feeling called toward rest, renewal, deeper connection, or simply carving out space for yourself, I hope you'll read all the way through. There may be something here that speaks directly to where you are right now.

Much love,

Tara

My last newsletter announced the launch of an exciting new aspect of my work—retreats. These intimate weekend experiences were scheduled to begin Friday evening and continue through Sunday at noon… although after our last retreat, the group insisted the weekend must be extended from Thursday through Sunday instead. We listened.

Another exciting development is that my dear friend and beautiful colleague, Dorian Antonina, has become an integral part of my retreat offerings. She originally joined to support participants in integrating and embodying the emotional work that surfaces during our retreats. What became clear almost immediately was that her gifts extend far beyond integration—she has a remarkable ability to help people soften, open, and fully engage with the healing journey we guide them through together.

In the same way I receive intuitive insight through conversation, Dorian receives it through bodywork. She guides clients into profound emotional release and healing and helps them unearth what is stuck from deep within themselves.

Over the past several months of working together, we’ve begun sharing several clients, and the phrase I hear from them more than anything else is:

“Dorian cracked me open!”

Our new sacred partnership has both transformed my counseling practice and I anticipate an exponential evolution to the retreats as well.

The retreat weekend made it abundantly clear that Dorian’s work is not simply an add-on to these retreats—it’s part of the magic that makes them so transformative.

In physics, when two systems vibrate at the same frequency, it results in an exponential increase in amplitude. Similarly, two healers who resonate on similar spiritual or emotional levels, can create an environment that enhances the healing vibrations and energy of for individual they are helping.

We invite you to experience this for yourself.

Another thing that emerged from the last retreat is how deeply transformative the weekend was. The retreat was in our Private Retreats format—for those that have a location (private or rented vacation home) and an established group of 5 or more loved ones they’d like to share this experience with.

After friends and clients heard about the format, we realized that not everyone wants to process with their community and would instead prefer an all-inclusive experience with a new community of like-minded folks.

I’m excited to announce that we just added two dates for All-Inclusive Retreats, inviting individuals to heal and grow together.

Join us for one of our upcoming programs—July 9-12, 2026 in Delmar, NY or October 1-4, 2026 in Arch Cape, OR.

*Space is extremely limited to a total of 5-7 participants at each location. Book early to secure your spot for one of these exclusive experiences.

If you are ready to deep dive into your healing journey, please consider joining us for one of our upcoming retreats.

I am deeply blessed to have friends from coast-to-coast. Two such friends have a stunning private property in Arch Cape, Oregon, about 90 minutes from Portland. This beautiful home is situated at the edge of Oswald West State Park—perfect for surfing, hiking, and forest bathing. You could spend four days of transformation just two blocks down a wooded trail to the water’s edge.

The home has a private outdoor shower, sauna, and an invigorating cold-plunge tub for a little rejuvenation. At low tide, you can walk to historic Arch Cape enjoying the haystack rocks, sea stars and urchins on the way. Oh. And yes … for those that love nostalgia, this is one of the locations that Goonies was filmed.

Because this place is so special to me, I felt compelled to share some rare family photos of last summer’s visit to Arch Cape.

Our next all-inclusive retreat takes place July 9–12, 2026, in Delmar, New York.

This intimate, experience includes lodging, nourishing meals, daily yoga and meditation, bodywork, individual and group self-discovery practices, and opportunities for deep rest, reflection, and connection.

With limited spaces available, we encourage you to reserve your spot early.

Through healing practices and meaningful connection, you'll be supported in releasing what no longer serves you and returning home with greater clarity, peace, and self-trust.

A recent retreat participant shared:

“[This retreat] brought aspects of myself to the surface that I didn’t realize needed attention.

Being supported by an incredible group of friends and led by Tara, an intuitive healer, and Dorian, a gifted bodywork healer, provided the grounding necessary for the emotional work we all need to do.

I highly recommend attending a retreat led by these women!” ~ Christine

Your healing deserves dedicated space and support. If you've been waiting for the right time to prioritize yourself, this may be your invitation.

Açaí Bowl

I was inspired to add this recipe after a retreat participant made these bowls one morning. It was the perfect integration after an impactful weekend. This bowl feels grounding yet vibrant, nourishing yet light, and layered with textures and colors that mirror the beauty of becoming. I hope you enjoy!

Prep time: Total time: 10 min | Servings: 1

Ingredients

For the Bowl Base:

• 1 frozen açaí packet

• 1/2 cup frozen blueberries

• 1/2 cup frozen spinach

• 1/2 cup unsweetened nut milk (or organic cow’s milk). If the mixture is too thick, add more by the tablespoon, until desired consistency.

• half of a frozen banana

Some especially aligned toppings idea:

• blackberries → transformation and resilience

• blueberries → wisdom and intuition

• kiwi → renewal and rebirth

• bee pollen → awakening and vitality

• hemp/chia → grounding and integration

• flax → supporting new growth from within

• coconut flakes → softness and protection

• almond butter → heart energy, softness, nourishment

• cashew butter → very “nervous system repair” energy

• granola → grounding, structure, integration

• honey → sweetness, healing, golden warmth

Directions

1. Thaw puree: Run the açaí packet under warm water for a few seconds to loosen slightly.

2. Blend the base: In a high-powered blender, combine the açaí puree, frozen banana, frozen spinach, frozen blueberries, and milk. Blend until smooth and creamy. The consistency should be thick and similar to a soft-serve ice cream.

3. Assemble the bowl: Pour the blended açaí mixture into a bowl and add your toppings.

4. Nut butter drizzle. If you’re feeling fancy—in a small dish, stir together the nut butter and honey until silky. Add a small amount of water until desired consistency. Or, simply dollop the nut butter atop the base and drizzle with honey.

5. Enjoy.

Key Nutritional Highlights

High in Antioxidants: açaí + blueberries + blackberries supports cellular repair and inflammation reduction

High Fiber (gut + nervous system support): flax seeds + granola + fruit promotes digestion and steadier blood sugar

Healthy Fats (satiety + hormone support): almond butter + flax seeds + açaí supports brain function and emotional regulation

Natural Energy Balance: carbohydrates from fruit + granola provide quick + sustained energy, and fat + fiber slow absorption → prevents crash

Nutrition Highlights: The bowl base (using unsweetened almond milk) is ~150 calories, 8 grams of fiber, and packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. If using organic whole milk you would boost your calories and fat by ~6g each and add an additional 75 calories.

If you have any questions about anything written here or if you simply want to reach out, please don't hesitate to contact me. I'm always happy to connect and continue the dialogue.

If you know someone who might benefit from the insights shared in this newsletter, please feel free to forward it along. The more we can spread these messages of balance, compassion, and shared humanity, the better.

And of course, if you'd like to book a holistic counseling session or register for any upcoming events, you can do so through my website.

I look forward to connecting with you soon.

Much love,
Tara