First Responders Retreats

Healing~ Restoring~ Reconnecting

A Safe Haven for Our Heroes

At Northern California Family Counseling & Wellness Center, we understand the unique weight first responders carry—whether you're a firefighter, law enforcement officer, EMT, dispatcher, or other frontline professional.

Trauma doesn’t clock out. The emotional and physical toll of the job—and life outside of it—can accumulate over time, affecting your relationships, well-being, and sense of self.

That’s why we’ve created a dedicated space to decompress, process, and reclaim your sense of peace.

Our First Responder Trauma & Wellness Retreats are thoughtfully designed to offer the healing environment you deserve:

7-day or 14-day all-inclusive retreats
Extension options based on clinical need
Private or small-group (1–7 participants)
Nature-immersed Northern California location
Private accommodations
All meals, beverages, and snacks included
All clinical services included

Retreat Overview

Some of the Therapies We Use

Our evidence-based and experiential therapies are tailored to your individual goals and readiness:

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing)

  • Brainspotting

  • ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy)

  • Neurofeedback

  • Equine Therapy & Animal-Assisted Therapy

  • Somatic & Body Movement Practices

  • Holistic Services (massage, breathwork, red light therapy)

  • Integration Coaching & Daily Journaling

    Note: All modalities are customized based on clinical evaluation and your unique needs.

Led by Clinicians Who Understand

Our retreats are facilitated by trauma-informed professionals who not only specialize in treating first responders—but many have lived it.

Whether as first responders, military veterans, or partners of those in the field, our clinicians bring a level of understanding and respect that fosters deep trust and healing.

Why It Works

This is more than just a break—it’s a structured reset for your mind, body, and relationships.

Participants experience healing from:

🔹 Hypervigilance & sleep issues
🔹 Cumulative trauma & moral injury
🔹 Compassion fatigue & burnout
🔹 Emotional numbing & disconnection
🔹 Strained relationships & irritability

You’ve spent your life helping others.
This is time set aside to help yourself.

Who This Retreat Is For

  • Active-duty, on leave, or transitioning first responders

  • Individuals or couples seeking reconnection and emotional healing

  • Those ready for a focused, immersive, therapeutic reset

Aftercare & Follow-Up

Our commitment doesn’t end at checkout. Every participant receives a customized integration plan and post-retreat follow-up to help reinforce and sustain progress at home, work, and in relationships.

Apply or Refer a Hero Today

📍 Northern California Family Counseling & Wellness Center
📞 530-638-3811
📧 contact@northerncaliforniafamily.com
🌐 www.northerncaliforniafamily.com

Space is limited. Each retreat is capped to maintain intimacy and personalized care.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.