La Vita Lenta

The Slow Life

VITERBO, ITALY

June 2-10, 2026

A Slow Life Retreat for Women,

Led by Women Who Understand the Healing Journey

Karen Robinson, MSW, LCSW, ACSW, CCTP-II

Karen is a best-selling author, therapist, and transformational coach with over 25 years of experience helping survivors heal and thrive. As the founder of Heal Thrive Dream, she empowers survivors to rise above trauma and create lives they love. Her retreats are a safe space for healing, growth, and transformation.

Stephanie Flanders-Martin with nine years in wellness after a 32-year restaurant career, co-owns Tree of Life Yoga Studio, specializing in Myofascia/Yoga Blended, Restorative, and Vinyasa Flow classes. A 500-hour certified Yoga Medicine Therapeutic Specialist, she’s advancing toward her 1000-hour certification with extensive training in trauma-informed practices and myofascial release. Alongside her husband, she also co-owns TEAM Referral Network Franchises, combining wellness expertise with professional networking.

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Discover:

Stillness, Sisterhood & Soulful Reconnection

Nestled in the historic town of Viterbo, surrounded by natural hot springs, ancient streets, and the tranquil Italian countryside, this retreat invites you to slow down and return to what truly matters.

This 8-day journey is designed exclusively for women: to rest, renew, and rise. With a carefully curated blend of workshops, daily mindfulness practices, and cultural experiences, La Vita Lenta is your permission slip to step away from the hustle and into your healing.

We welcome women from all walks of life to join us in this nurturing, intimate space.

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Why You’ll Love This Retreat:

- Trauma-Informed Workshops led by Karen and Stephanie to help you gently explore healing, resilience, and personal growth

- Daily Yoga & Mindfulness Practices rooted in somatic healing and nervous system regulation

- Sisterhood Circles to share, listen, and feel supported

- Cultural Exploration, including visits to local thermal baths and a traditional Italian cooking class

- She Rises Collective community – a safe and lasting container of women on the journey with you. Members of this community are the first to receive an invitation to join future events and retreats.

- Retreat Welcome Box with special gifts and tools to support your healing experience

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Where We’ll Stay

Our retreat home is the charming Nazareth Residence in Viterbo, Italy: a serene and peaceful location designed for restoration. With 6 single rooms and 2 double rooms (shared room discount available), each space invites you to rest deeply and feel held.

From early morning meditations in the courtyard to evening reflections under the Italian sky, this is where you unplug from the outside world and reconnect with your inner one.