





Become a Wanderess
At Wanderess, we believe that archetypes are powerful keys to unlocking the deepest parts of ourselves. Rooted in Jungian philosophy, archetypes serve as universal patterns of energy that shape our inner worlds and influence the way we experience life. They connect us to timeless, collective wisdom, offering insight into who we are, who we’ve been, and who we can become.
By working with feminine archetypes, we gain access to hidden strengths, unexplored aspects of our personality, and untapped potentials that can catalyze profound transformation. Each archetype represents a different facet of our being—whether it’s the Warrioress with her courage, the Sovereigness with her leadership strength, or the Shamaness with her deep compassion and healing intuition. When we consciously embody these archetypes, we activate powerful energies that can help us navigate life with more clarity, purpose, and empowerment. Our retreats are designed to immerse you in these archetypal energies, giving you the space to reclaim and reframe your life, tapping into your truest, most expansive self.

Our method integrates these archetypes with tools like our Feminine Archetypes Card Deck, somatic healing, voice technique, energy/shadow work, and theatre practice to help you explore, understand, and ultimately transform. Shadow work—the process of confronting and integrating the unconscious aspects of our psyche—allows us to shift limiting beliefs and outdated narratives that have been holding us back. Archetypes work helps us to recognise the patterns and limiting beliefs we carry and the stories we tell about ourselves. Performance/arts, and voice and somatic work all enable us to then embody a new version of our “wanderful” selves.
Through this unique process of self-exploration, creativity, and healing, we guide you to embrace the full spectrum of who you are.
At Wanderess, we don’t just teach you about archetypes—we invite you to live them, so you can step into your most authentic and empowered life.

Our Upcoming Feminine Archetypes Retreats
The Heroine's Path (The Authoress Retreat)
Location: Dorset, United Kingdom
Find and harness your Heroine Energy in this incredible storytelling retreat based around archetype The Authoress / Heroine. Delve into the art of storytelling and Celtic/Viking heritages as a means of exploring and reclaiming your identity in this immersive 5-day retreat. The Authoress retreat is designed for women who wish to harness the power of narrative to understand, reshape, and take powerful control of their personal stories. By working with archetypes, runes, and diverse storytelling traditions, and taking part in sacred drumming circles and meditations, as well as somatic work based in modern Polyvagal Theory and research into the nervous system, you will create and embed new, empowering narratives that reflect your true self.
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Celtic Heroines: Delve into the powerful tales of Irish, Welsh, and Scottish heroines who led, fought, and overcame adversity
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Nordic Goddesses: Explore the wisdom of Norse mythology and goddesses like Freyja and Skadi, learning their lessons of strength, resilience, and transformation
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Sacred Runes & Storytelling: Use ancient runes and sacred symbols as tools for creating your own empowering story
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Heritage & Identity: Connect with the ancient lands of the UK to uncover your personal and ancestral narrative
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Creative Writing & Journaling: Learn tools for personal expression and narrative-building
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Archetypal Exploration: Identify and embody your personal Heroine through ancient storytelling traditions
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Somatic Storytelling: Integrate mind-body practices to deepen the power of your personal story
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Healing Through Myth: Harness the healing qualities of archetypes and storytelling
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Empowerment Tools: Build a new, empowering narrative and begin to live it fully
- Polyvagal Tools for Nervous System Regulation: Learn somatic tools grounded in Polyvagal Theory to regulate your nervous system and support deep emotional healing
The Divine Feminine Awakening (The Mysticess Retreat)
Location: Umbria, Italy
Move out of passive maiden energy and into the pure energetic force of the female mystic, embracing your intuitive powers through artistic expression. Embark on a transformative journey through the spiritual, cultural, and artistic heritage of Umbria, set in the heart of the gorgeous Italian countryside. This 5-day retreat invites you to explore the rich traditions of Italian art with visits to cultural centres such as Assisi, while feeding your soul through holistic wellness practices and nurturing your body with the incredible Italian sunshine and cuisine. Delve into the region’s art history, discovering the artistic legacy of female mystical figures and unlocking the creative power of the divine feminine, awakening your inner Mysticess and exploring related archetypes such as The Priestess, The Goddess, and The Tantress.
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Umbrian Saints & Female Mystics: Learn about key figures such as Saint Clare of Assisi and other women who defied the church’s patriarchal rules to establish their own spiritual paths
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Catholic Church Traumas & Rebellions: Explore how female mystics challenged the church’s authority and embodied the divine feminine
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Sacred Sites: Visit ancient churches and cultural landmarks in Italy to connect with the land’s mystical energy
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Spiritual Feminism & Healing: Engage in practices of resistance and resilience inspired by these spiritual rebels
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Artistic Intuition: Unlock and express your intuitive powers through artistic practices and cultural exploration
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Feminine Mysticism: Dive deep into the spiritual heritage of the divine feminine
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Sacred Art Practices: Incorporate art as a sacred and healing tool for personal expression
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Embodied Rituals: Learn how to embody mystic and intuitive energies through movement and art
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Connection to the Divine Feminine: Reconnect to the deeper, mystical aspects of yourself and the world around you
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Polyvagal Tools for Nervous System Regulation: Learn to activate the parasympathetic nervous system for deeper states of relaxation, grounding, and inner peace
Own the Spotlight: Magnetise your Leading Lady Energy (The Actress Retreat)
Location: Ubud, Bali
For anyone who is tired of feeling invisible, silenced, “too much” or “not enough”: this 7-day retreat guides you to step powerfully and unashamedly into your Leading Lady era, embracing being the main character in your life. It is an era all about self-discovery and self-empowerment. You are no longer waiting for validation or permission from others. As you walk through this life like a performer on a stage, what masks have you been hiding behind? Shed the layers of conditioning that have pressured you to stay small, quiet, and contained and learn how to comfortably and unapologetically step into the limelight in every area of your life. Feel totally centred in your body and utterly confident in your voice, using the energy of the Actress to transform your daily experience, and exploring the divine feminine in Balinese culture through Legong dance/movement and more.
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Legong Dance: Learn this sacred Balinese dance to express femininity, grace, and divine energy through movement
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Kecak Voice: Engage with the rhythmic vocalisations of Kecak chanting to connect deeply with your vocal power
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Balinese Divine Feminine: Explore the goddess energies of Shakti, and the female deities of Balinese Hinduism
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Cultural Embodiment: Tap into the deeply spiritual connection between performance art and personal empowerment in the Balinese context
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Performing Arts Mastery: Strengthen your vocal power, stage presence, and charisma
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Self-Empowerment Techniques: Cultivate unshakeable self-confidence and visibility in all aspects of life
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Body Confidence & Awareness: Learn to use the body as an instrument of self-expression and transformation
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Cultural Performance Practices: Integrate Balinese dance and movement to express divine feminine power
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Embodying Your Truth: Break free from limiting beliefs and step into your full personal and professional potential
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Polyvagal Tools for Nervous System Regulation: Use Polyvagal-informed practices to strengthen your resilience and capacity to hold space in high-pressure situations
Goddess Rising: A Tantric Path to Self-Worth (The Tantress Retreat)
Location: Ubud, Bali
Step into a deeply transformative journey where we will explore the profound connection between pleasure, creativity, and the body through a multi-sensory experience that will awaken all five senses. Awaken your inner goddess through Tantric practices, sacred rituals, and the wisdom of Balinese priestesses. We’ll dive into the often-taboo topics of female sensuality, desire, ambition, and body image, celebrating the freedom to express yourself authentically. Break free from societal limitations and embrace the full spectrum of who you are, integrating your shadow self through working with archetypes like The Whore, The Angry Woman, and the Nun/Prude, all while exploring the incredible Goddess energies (Shakti) of Balinese Hinduism and artistic tradition, and the Goddesses of Love across various cultures. This retreat will empower you to live fully as your true self.
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Tantric Ritual: Learn the sacred arts of Tantra, working with energy flow, ritual, and physicality to empower your whole self
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Hindu Goddess Energies: Explore the divine feminine through the deities of Hinduism, such as Durga, Kali, and Lakshmi
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Sacred Balinese Rituals: Participate in ancient practices to celebrate divine power
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Body Image Reclamation: Embrace your body as sacred, moving beyond societal standards of beauty and embracing your authentic self
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Tantric Practices: Explore and awaken the body’s pleasure potential and energy flow
- Self-Love and Empowerment: Learn to embody self-worth and confidence in your relationships, and in all areas of your life
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Shadow Integration: Work with archetypes to integrate all parts of yourself
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Body Positivity: Celebrate and nurture your body as a sacred vessel of pleasure and power
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Relationship Healing: Identify unhealthy relationship patterns and learn how to establish boundaries, releasing toxic connections and addressing wounds of prior relationships
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Creative Expression: Use artistic practices to express your full spectrum of emotions and desires
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Polyvagal Tools for Nervous System Regulation: Use somatic practices rooted in Polyvagal Theory to heal from trauma, build emotional resilience, and reconnect with your true self
Finding Your Divine Inner Power (The Goddess Retreat)
Location: Greece
Step into your personal power and reclaim your creative feminine energy in this transformative 5-day retreat. Through a holistic spiritual approach, you’ll engage in empowering practices such as meditation, yoga, and energy healing to awaken your divine feminine and elevate your mind, body, and soul. Dive deep into rituals, sacred dance, and bold creative expression to strengthen your connection to the powerful goddess within you. Explore not only The Goddess archetype, but also other powerful energies that interweave the sacred and the everyday such as The Embroideress, The Priestess, and The Poetess. As you explore sacred sites and discover the ancient Greek goddess stories and traditions, you’ll learn how ritual arts were used to honour and embody feminine strength. Led by expert creative practitioners, historians, therapists, and healers, this retreat provides a sacred space for you to reflect, grow, and most importantly, empower yourself. This experience is designed to help you awaken your inner power, connect with your true essence, and step confidently into a life of authenticity and creative freedom. Come ready to transform and leave with the tools to embody your fullest potential.
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Greek Mythology & Goddesses: Learn about the powerful Greek goddesses such as Athena, Artemis, and Hera, and discover how their stories can inspire your personal journey
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Ancient Greek Rituals: Reconnect with sacred practices performed in ancient Greek temples to honour the feminine divine
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Embodied Sacred Dance/Performance: Learn dances and movement inspired by ancient Greek ritual theatrical performances
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Mythic Storytelling: Explore the art of mythic storytelling to create powerful narratives for your life
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Sacred Dance & Movement: Strengthen your connection to the divine feminine through dance and embodied rituals
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Creative Feminine Expression: Use art, writing, and rituals to channel your inner creative power
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Energy Healing Practices: Learn techniques to balance and harness your energy for self-empowerment
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Archetypal Exploration: Work with multiple goddess archetypes to align with your divine self
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Spiritual and Creative Integration: Integrate creative expression with spiritual practices to awaken your full potential
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Polyvagal Tools for Nervous System Regulation: Learn nervous system regulation techniques to cultivate calm, resilience, and emotional balance

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