Good Grief Retreat Waiting List

Thursday, October 1 - Monday, October 6, 2025
Lodge at the Light Center
Black Mountain, North Carolina

Experience a safe, compassionate environment for grief healing, recovery and deep emotional work.

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The Good Grief Retreat is for anyone experiencing pain associated with:

  • Loss of a loved one

  • Divorce or separation

  • Loss of a home

  • Unresolved childhood trauma

  • Loss of a job or business

  • Loss of a pet

  • Undergoing a difficult transition

  • Seeking a new direction in life

Join us for a unique opportunity and
be part of something extraordinary.

During this powerful retreat, you will experience: 

Healing

Delve into the complexities of grief and loss. Gain an understanding of the grief healing process.

Transformation

 Experience profound transformation by engaging in spiritual practices and rituals that allow you to release emotions. 

Self-Exploration

 Explore your inner self through meditative practices designed to help you access your higher wisdom.

Empowerment

Embrace your authentic self and express your true essence, as you honor the journey and celebrate your personal growth.
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Retreat Facilitators:

Patricia Alton

Patricia Alton is an Ordained Shamanic Minister, Certified Spiritual Teacher, Reiki Master, and Advanced Angel Therapy Practitioner® with 20+ years of experience.  She and Katheryn Napier facilitate Wise Women Retreats.
angel-pathways.com

Jessica Lee Alton

Jessica Lee Alton is a Master Channel of 18 years. She has a Masters in Education specializing in the Interdisciplinary Arts, with a direct route to Drama Therapy. She and Patricia Alton co-facilitate the Spirit Circle Series. queenjesslee.com

Katheryn Napier

Katheryn Napier is a Reiki Master and Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist with 30+ years experience in the field of healing and hypnotherapy. She conducts metaphysical classes & hypnosis certification training.
 avalonhypnosis.com

Gloria Grace Rand

Gloria Grace Rand is a Holistic Guide, Reiki Practitioner since 2005, Light Language Channel and author of the international best-seller, “Live. Love. Engage.” She facilitates Unplug to Recharge Self-Care Retreats.
gloriarand.com

TESTIMONIALS

“Each Retreat with Patricia and Katheryn is uniquely healing and supportive. With each one I have attended I find myself having grown as a person while embracing my spirituality.  This is a definite must do if you enjoy feeling loved and supported and to expand your horizons.” – Marion

“I can’t say enough good things about the Mountain Retreat I attended with Patricia and Jess.  I connected with some lovely people who were open and lovingly committed to seeing the best in one another.  It was a wonderful way to connect with my higher power and to reconnect with myself.” – Gloria

“I highly recommend attending a Retreat with such positive people as Katheryn and Patricia. The beautiful, spiritual minded people sharing and learning in the sacred space was a reflective getaway and a way to renew my outlook on life.” – Carol

“Attending Gloria Grace Rand’s retreat was the perfect reset. It allowed quality time for like-minded friends, both new and old, to come together with a unique opportunity to share, connect and tap in.  We did group activities which allowed us to connect in a new way to our inner voice and inner wisdom.” – J. Kotocavage

“We each felt as if we’d made a soul friend within minutes of meeting. I can’t say enough about how this experience allowed each of us to learn more about each other and bond.” – S. Murrey