Many people arrive at a grief retreat after trying to push through. They have kept moving, kept functioning, kept showing up for everyone around them, and somewhere along the way, their own healing fell to the bottom of the list.
Corrales Grief Spa exists for that moment when you finally decide to make your healing a priority.
Nestled along the Rio Grande in Corrales, New Mexico, just a short, peaceful drive from Albuquerque, Corrales Grief Spa offers grief retreats centered entirely around you. Kristy has spent more than thirty years studying, practicing, and weaving together a wide range of healing practices. She draws from all of them to build each retreat from scratch, tailored to the person in front of her.
What is a Personalized Grief Retreat?
Every grief retreat at Corrales Grief Spa begins with a conversation with Kristy to find out where you are, what brought you here, and what kind of experience would serve you best right now.
Some retreats open with Sage Support, compassionate one-on-one emotional care that holds the full complexity of grief without rushing toward resolution. Others begin in the Reflections Room, a contemplative space rooted in ancient grief traditions that Kristy built from her years of study with Dr. Raymond Moody, the pioneer of near-death studies who personally mentored her. Sitting in that room, many guests find a quality of stillness they have not been able to access anywhere else.
Expressive Art and Mandalas draw on Kristy’s training in Art Psychotherapy, inviting guests to explore their inner world through intuitive, symbolic creation. Guided Visual Imagery and Yoga Nidra move through healing landscapes of guided imagery, opening pathways that conversation alone sometimes cannot reach.
Guests whose grief has settled into the body, as most grief does, often experience relief through Shamanic Angelic Reiki with Color Infusion and Sound, an immersive experience that speaks directly to the nervous system. Sound Healing and Aroma Touch layer in additional vibrational and sensory restoration, each one quieting a different register of tension.
O’Waken Yoga, Meditation, and Breathwork offer accessible, restorative practices that help the mind settle and the body remember how to rest. Clinical Hypnotherapy goes deeper and works with the unconscious to shift patterns of grief, anxiety, and sleeplessness.
Caregivers who have poured themselves into supporting someone else through illness, dying, or loss can receive specialized support: Care for the Caregiver. Kristy built this because she knows that caregivers rarely give themselves permission to grieve, and she wants to change that.
Plant Based Nutrition rounds out the experience, offering nourishing meals that support the body’s own capacity for restoration. Healing asks a lot of the body. Good food honors that.
Who a Grief Retreat at Corrales Grief Spa Is For
Corrales Grief Spa welcomes individuals, couples, families, and caregivers. Here, grief encompasses more than the death of a person. Kristy holds space for the end of a marriage, a diagnosis, a career, or an identity—any loss that has left you feeling disconnected from yourself.
Kristy brings over thirty years of clinical training, spiritual practice, and genuine human presence to every grief retreat she leads. She meets people where they are and helps them feel seen.
How to Begin Your Grief Retreat
Reaching out takes less than a minute. Connect in whatever way feels right:
- Website: Simply fill out the contact form at corralesgriefspa.com
- Email: info@corralesgriefspa.com
- Call or text: (505) 991-9129
No commitment required. Kristy will respond to your first message with the same care she brings to every grief retreat she leads.
Frequently Asked Questions About Grief Retreats at Corrales Grief Spa
What is a grief retreat?
A grief retreat at Corrales Grief Spa centers on immersive, holistic healing. Kristy draws on her extensive training in Art Psychotherapy, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Reiki, yoga, and more to build a personalized experience for your specific needs. Kristy will always speak honestly about what she can and cannot offer.
What does a personalized grief retreat include?
That depends on you. Kristy builds each grief retreat from a conversation about where you are and what you need. She draws from a full range of modalities, including Sage Support, the Reflections Room, Expressive Art, Guided Visual Imagery, Reiki, Sound Healing, Aroma Touch, Yoga, Meditation, Hypnotherapy, Care for the Caregiver, and Plant Based Nutrition, selecting the ones that fit your specific situation. No two retreats are precisely the same.
How do I choose which modalities belong in my grief retreat?
Kristy guides that process. You do not need to arrive with a plan or a preference. Tell her where you are, and she will help you find the right footing. Some people know immediately that they want something body-centered. Others feel drawn to creative expression or quiet contemplation. Most people are surprised by what ends up serving them best.
Do I need to have lost someone to attend a grief retreat?
No. Grief arrives through many doors: the end of a relationship, a health crisis, a major transition, the quiet erosion of an identity you once counted on. If you are carrying loss of any kind, this grief retreat has room for you.
Can couples or families attend a grief retreat together?
Yes. Kristy welcomes individuals, couples, and families. Shared grief carries its own complexity, and she has the training and experience to hold space for the fullness of it. She will shape the retreat around the specific dynamics of your relationship or family.
How long does a grief retreat last?
Grief retreats range from a single session to multiple days or even an extended stay. During your initial conversation, Kristy will help you think through the duration and pace that make the most sense for where you are right now.
What should I bring?
Yourself. Comfortable clothing if movement or bodywork is part of your retreat. An open mind. Kristy will walk you through anything else you need to know before you arrive. The space itself does a great deal of welcoming on its own.
Where does this grief retreat take place? How far is it from Albuquerque?
Corrales Grief Spa sits in the village of Corrales, New Mexico, directly north of Albuquerque along the Rio Grande. Guests drive in from Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and across the United States. The setting feels completely removed from the pace of the city, and the drive takes about twenty minutes.
How do I book a grief retreat?
Reach out through any channel that feels comfortable: call or text (505) 991-9129 or fill out the contact form. Kristy responds personally and will begin the conversation from there.
