Steady Practice in Unsteady Times
A retreat for mental health professionals who want depth, steadiness, and space to breathe. Set on a beautiful Tuscan backdrop, rediscover your passion for your work and center yourself in an ever-changing world.
What You Will Gain
Participants will leave feeling grounded, confident, and better equipped to navigate the complexities of clinical work in a rapidly changing political landscape. They will gain practical tools for ethically supporting diverse clients, managing challenging conversations, and maintaining clear professional boundaries. Just as importantly, they will return with renewed energy, sustainable self-care practices, and a deeper sense of clarity and purpose in their work.
A Different Kind of Continuing Education
When practitioners are given the opportunity to learn in a setting that is beautiful, quiet, and spacious, something shifts. Reflection deepens. Conversations slow down. Rest becomes more possible. Insight has room to arrive.
Tuscany offers that rare combination of natural beauty, cultural richness, and calm. It allows professional learning to take place in an environment that supports nervous system restoration rather than depletion.
Deep Connection
Build meaningful relationships with yourself and others in a space of authenticity and trust.
Expert Guidance
Learn from seasoned practitioners who bring decades of combined wisdom to support your journey.
Lasting Transformation
Leave with practical tools and insights that continue supporting your growth long after you return home.
Immersive Retreat Details
A Week of Profound Practice
Our seven-day retreat followed a balanced rhythm designed to prioritize both experiential learning and restoration. We begin each day with breakfast provided onsite, a short movement activity, and breathtaking views. Throughout the day we have a curated schedule of informational sessions, workshops, group discussions, panels, and other interactive development opportunities.
We have mindfully left afternoons and at least one full day free for you to enjoy Tuscany at your own pace. On the grounds of the villa, you can explore the farm, vineyards, winery, and spa. We will also provide recommendations for excursions outside the retreat if you are interested.
One key restorative element of this retreat is the villa and its grounds. We are extremely pleased to be hosting the event at the stunning One Belvedere Tuscany Resort. Please see the link for more information about the venue.
Meet Your Guides and Hosts
Erin Klein, LCPC
Erin has 15 years of experience in the mental health field working as a clinician and supervisor in a variety of settings including social service agencies, youth and family services, addiction treatment, and private practice. She is a licensed Bilingual (Spanish) counselor. She also has experience in hospitality both domestic and international and loves to travel and share beautiful places with others. As a cofounder of Unpack CE Retreats, she hopes to join these two fields by creating extraordinary retreat experiences for mental health professionals.
Meredith Rataj, LMFT
Meredith is Program Director at Saint Louis University's Transformative Workforce Academy, where she leads a team that prepares and connects justice-involved individuals with fair chance employment opportunities. Meredith previously worked in immigrant services in St. Louis for fifteen years at St. Francis Community Services as a licensed Bilingual (Spanish) Marriage and Family Therapist and Director of Immigrant Services.
Elena Rodriguez
Elena's background in holistic nutrition and somatic therapy informs her approach to whole-person wellness. She believes healing happens through the body, and her workshops blend movement, breathwork, and nutritional wisdom into transformative experiences.
“When we nourish ourselves deeply—body, mind, and spirit—we unlock our natural capacity for joy and vitality.”
Your Sanctuary Awaits
One Belvedere Tuscany has been carefully selected as the backdrop for this meaningful retreat. Beautiful, peaceful accommodations and sweeping views of the Tuscan hills gives us time to breathe, contemplate, and regroup as clinicians.
Nourishing Culinary Experience
Food is medicine, and every meal at our retreat is an act of love. Our chef partners with local Tuscan farms to create dishes that delight the senses and fuel your transformation.
The Food
Your mornings will begin with breakfast at QB Cucina, the estate's own restaurant led by chef Federico Viti. The name comes from the Italian phrase “quanto basta” — “as much as needed” — a nod to the intuitive, waste-conscious cooking traditions passed down through generations. QB Cucina will also host two community dinners during the retreat, offering a chance to gather and share a meal together.
The menu is entirely vegetarian, crafted around what the land itself provides. Eggs come from the estate's free-range hens, honey from its own bee colonies, and the rest is sourced through close partnerships with local organic producers. It's cooking rooted in respect for ingredients and place — seasonal, intentional, and genuinely delicious.
However, if you crave something outside of a vegetarian diet, there are several restaurants and cafes nearby to explore during your free time.
Dietary Accommodations
We honor every body's unique needs. Our kitchen joyfully accommodates all dietary requirements—just let us know your needs when registering.
Choose Your Experience
We offer two accommodation options, each including the full retreat experience. Choose the option that feels right for you.
Private Room
$6,300
per person
- Private bedroom
- Private bathroom
- Luxury villa accommodations
- Full retreat access
- All excursions and CE included
Only 6 private rooms available.
Shared Room (for 2)
$4,950
per person · $9,900 total
- Shared suite (2 participants)
- Luxury villa accommodations
- Full retreat access
- All excursions and CE included
Must be booked together with your roommate.
Payment Schedule
If reserving with a deposit:
- $1,000 non-refundable deposit to reserve your spot
- 50% of remaining balance due within 30 days
- Final balance due 90 days before retreat
- Or pay in full now
Spots are intentionally limited to preserve intimacy and quality.
What's Included
- All accommodation for 6 nights
- Daily breakfast and two community dinners provided onsite
- 10 approved continuing education credits
- Yoga, meditation, and wellness sessions
- Workshop materials and workbooks
- Welcome reception and farewell dinner
- Access to all retreat amenities including spa
- Certificate of completion
Why This Investment Makes Sense
Most 3–4 day CE conferences cost $1,500–$2,000 without travel, excursions, or luxury accommodations. UNPACK includes:
This is education designed for longevity — not burnout.
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Ready to Transform Your Life?
This is more than a retreat—it's an invitation to step into the fullest expression of yourself, as a healer, as a human, and as a force for good in the world.