JESSE NGU, PSY.D., LCSW
ARIANNA GONZALEZ, LMFT
MAYTTE HERNANDEZ
About
Is This Retreat Right for You?
Recharge in just one day.
If life has you feeling anxious, exhausted, or stretched too thin, our One Day Retreat at Mountain Shadows in Forest Hill, CA offers the reset you need.
Spend a peaceful day in nature releasing stress through guided meditation, gentle yoga, and sound healing—while learning practical techniques to calm your mind and restore balance. Led by experienced licensed clinicians and certified practitioners, this supportive group experience will help you leave feeling lighter, clearer, and refreshed.
“The retreat holds a special memory for me, and it was a beautiful experience”-Anonymous, 2022 retreat attendee
Meet The Team
Maytte Hernandez
I am a Certified Holistic Healing Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals release, realign, and reconnect with their authentic selves. Through sound medicine, intentional rhythm, and guided energetic work, I support clients in moving stagnant emotions, clearing old patterns, and opening space for transformation.
My approach blends intuitive wisdom,trauma-sensitive practices, and grounding techniques to help people feel safe, supported, and deeply seen. I have experience working with individuals navigating stress, emotional heaviness, spiritual challenges, and life transitions.
My style is nurturing, honest, gentle, and empowering. Healing happens when we create room for truth, expression, and embodiment.
Jesse Ngu, PSY.D., LCSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping clients understand their challenges and feel empowered to create meaningful change. Using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach, I focus on the connection between thoughts and emotions to support healing and growth. I have extensive experience working with individuals facing mood disorders, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. My style is supportive, empathic, direct, and transparent, offering a safe and open space to explore your goals. In our work together, we’ll maintain honest communication, track your progress, and address barriers with a deep sense of understanding and care, making you feel truly supported.
Arianna Gonzalez,
LMFT
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I bring over 15 years of experience supporting adults through anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. My approach is warm, culturally affirming, and deeply collaborative, I draw from Attachment Theory, CBT, DBT, and Trauma-Informed Care to provide therapy that is both compassionate and practical. As a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist, my journey into mental health was shaped by a commitment to increasing access for communities often overlooked in traditional care. I strive to create a safe, grounding space where clients feel understood, empowered, and supported in building meaningful, lasting change.
One-Day Retreat Itinerary
The retreat is designed to have an open flow experience. Guests are welcome to participate in as many or as few offerings as they choose. You may move between group experiences, relaxation amenities and reflection space through the day. Participation is highly suggested buy not mandatory.