Psychosexual CPD Retreat for Therapists
28th Sept – 4th Oct 2025
A collaboration between Lisa Lane Therapies and Equilibrio Retreats
Discover the Art of Open Conversations about Sex in Therapy
Why is it so difficult to talk about sex in the therapy room?
Sex is a significant aspect of life for most people, yet discussing it in the therapy room often remains a challenge. This retreat aims to address this by empowering therapists to openly and effectively talk about sexual issues with their clients, without appearing intrusive.
Join us for an exclusive retreat designed for therapists, trainees and coaches seeking rejuvenation and professional growth. Across 6 days, this unique CPD Psychosexual course combines 16 hours of teachings with a luxurious holiday, providing the perfect balance of self-care and professional development.
Lisa Lane and Jane Milborne will be leading our transformative psychosexual workshops at the Equilibrio 6-day retreat in the beautiful Andalucian countryside. Their extensive experience and compassionate approach make them the perfect guides for this journey of self-discovery and professional growth.
Aims of the Retreat
Empower therapists to discuss sexual issues openly
Provide psychosexual education
Enhance practical therapeutic skills
Foster personal reflection and growth
Promote peer learning and support
Integrate theory with practice
Support self-care and wellbeing
Create a safe space for transformation
Celebrate the joy of sexuality
The entire retreat will be limited to a small cohort of 10 – 13 fellow therapists and offers a chance to connect with yourself and others. It will provide the perfect escape from the stressors of modern life; to calm the mind, move the body and connect the heart.
Suitable for counsellors, psychotherapists, trainees, coaches.
Workshops
The course combines four workshops which will be lead by Lisa Lane and Jane Milborne
Workshop 1: Experiential
Focus: Explore your own personal psychosexual experiences and beliefs.
Content: Utilize theory and behavioural exercises to examine self, culture, body image, messages of sex, and belief systems and values.
Activities: Reflective exercises and role-plays to understand and confront your own psychosexual dynamics.
Workshop 2: Educational
Focus: Understanding of psychosexual health.
Content: Innovative educational material covering the physiology and anatomy of sexuality, sensuality, and body awareness. Explore intimacy, desire, arousal, and the role of the parasympathetic nervous system in sexual functioning.
Topics: Understand the causes of sexual dysfunction.
Workshop 3: Integration and Application
Focus: Integrating theory with practice.
Content: Discuss your thoughts and feelings about the learning, and how it may inform your clinical work.
Activities: Skills practice sessions focusing on applying theory to practice, case studies using learning from previous days, and visualization exercises.
Goals: Equip you with strategies to manage the demands of discussing sex with clients, and enhance your practical skills in psychosexual therapy.
Workshop 4: Practical Skills and Case Studies
Focus: Practical application of learned theories and skills.
Content: Debriefing skills practice sessions, managing demands in clinical practice.
Activities: Role-plays, case studies, peer supervision, and group discussions.
Outcome: Develop confidence and competence in handling real client issues, with opportunities to bring and discuss your own cases.
Workshop 1: Experiential
Focus: Explore your own personal psychosexual experiences and beliefs.
Content: Utilize theory and behavioural exercises to examine self, culture, body image, messages of sex, and belief systems and values.
Activities: Reflective exercises and role-plays to understand and confront your own psychosexual dynamics.
Workshop 2: Educational
Focus: Understanding of psychosexual health.
Content: Innovative educational material covering the physiology and anatomy of sexuality, sensuality, and body awareness. Explore intimacy, desire, arousal, and the role of the parasympathetic nervous system in sexual functioning.
Topics: Understand the causes of sexual dysfunction.
Workshop 3: Integration and Application
Focus: Integrating theory with practice.
Content: Discuss your thoughts and feelings about the learning, and how it may inform your clinical work.
Activities: Skills practice sessions focusing on applying theory to practice, case studies using learning from previous days, and visualization exercises.
Goals: Equip you with strategies to manage the demands of discussing sex with clients, and enhance your practical skills in psychosexual therapy.
Workshop 4: Practical Skills and Case Studies
Focus: Practical application of learned theories and skills.
Content: Debriefing skills practice sessions, managing demands in clinical practice.
Activities: Role-plays, case studies, peer supervision, and group discussions.
Outcome: Develop confidence and competence in handling real client issues, with opportunities to bring and discuss your own cases.
Additional Learning Opportunities
Reflective Exercises: Engage in small and large group work to deepen understanding.
Role-Plays: Practice real client scenarios to gain practical experience.
Peer Supervision: Share insights and strategies among peers for mutual learning.
At the end of the retreat, you will receive a certificate of completion, acknowledging your participation and the skills you have developed.
Book Now
We offer three different sleeping arrangments for our 6 day retreat
Early bird bookings before 16th February 2025 receive £200 OFF the full retreat price
Single ensuite room
£1,700
per person (sole occupancy)
Shared twin large ensuite room
£1,500
per person
Shared twin smaller ensuite casita
£1,400
per person
Payment plans are available
What You'll Experience on This Retreat
The flow of each day will vary
Daytime
Morning Yoga Sessions: Begin each day with a revitalizing yoga session led by Kaliyoga’s experienced yoga teacher, designed to nurture your physical and mental wellbeing.
CPD Psychosexual Workshops: A course of four CPD Psychosexual workshops held in the mornings on four of the days. Each workshop lasts three hours, providing deep dives into essential topics for personal and professional development.
Afternoon Free Time: Afternoons are yours to cherish. Engage in activities such as reading, journaling, or simply taking time to talk or enjoy silent reflection. This time is perfect for both stimulation and relaxation, allowing you to slow down and fully immerse yourself in the retreat experience.
Therapeutic Group Sharing: Participate in therapeutic group sharing sessions within a protected environment, fostering connection and mutual support.
Included Treatments: Indulge in two complimentary treatments: a reflexology session and facial massage. Delivered by experienced practitioners to enhance your relaxation and healing.
Evening Activities
Laughing Yoga with Jane: Experience a unique blend of gentle movement, breathing exercises, Joy and laughter, helping to alleviate stress and boost your immune system.
Guest Speaker Bates: Gain insights from Bates, a death doula, who will share experiences and teachings about death and grief.
Poetry Workshop with Ally: Engage in creative expression.
Live Acoustic Music by Nicki Bee: Enjoy soothing live music.
Guided Meditations/Visualisations/Sound Therapy: These sessions will help you achieve deeper states of relaxation and mindfulness.
Mid-week Lazy Day Outing
Choose between a guided 3-hour hike in the mountains or a visit to the picturesque, white-washed village of Pampaneira, perfect for those seeking a day of leisure and exploration.
Additional Services
Enhance your retreat experience with the following optional activities at an additional cost.
Individual Counselling sessions with Catrin John a UKCP registered psychotherapist £60
Massage with a Kaliyoga massage therapist £60
Raw Chocolate Workshop £15
Reiki Session £45
Meet the Team
Lisa Lane and Jane Milborne will be leading our transformative psychosexual workshops at the Equilibrio 6-day retreat in the beautiful Andalucian countryside. Their extensive experience and compassionate approach make them the perfect guides for this journey of self-discovery and professional growth.
Lisa Lane
Lisa Lane is an experienced psychosexual and psychotherapeutic therapist. She works with individuals and couples and is accredited by CORST, UKCP, and BACP. With a diverse background that includes significant NHS clinical experience; Lisa now runs a private practice in Oxford, where she tailors her support to meet each client’s unique needs. She is passionate about helping individuals and couples experience sexuality as an integral and joyful part of their lives. Lisa’s approach focuses on empowering her clients to achieve greater self-awareness and balance in their lives.
Jane Milborne
Jane Milborne is a highly experienced psychosexual relationship and couple’s therapist, accredited by COSRT. With many years of extensive experience in the NHS, offering both short and long-term therapy for individuals and couples focusing on rebuilding connection, intimacy, pleasure and excitement in relationships. Jane is also an EMDR specialist, helping young people heal from the traumas associated with cancer and fostering healthy sexual relationships. Jane has a particular interest and expertise in supporting individuals with chronic conditions that impact sexual functioning.
Catrin John
Catrin John is a UKCP-registered Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist with experience in private practice and the NHS. She specializes in Integrative Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems and is a qualified professional Supervisor with extensive training in trauma, Jungian depth psychology, Body Soul Rhythms, bereavement, energy therapy, mindfulness, gender, and sexuality. Currently training as a Jungian Analyst with IGAP in London, Catrin brings a warm, relational, and direct approach to her work.
On the retreat, Catrin will enhance your experience by offering personalized one-off therapy sessions at an additional cost. These sessions provide a unique opportunity to delve deeper into your personal journey, addressing specific issues or challenges in a supportive and focused setting. Catrin’s expertise in various therapeutic modalities ensures that you will receive tailored guidance that complements the retreat’s overall experience, helping you to achieve greater self-awareness, emotional balance, and a renewed sense of connection to yourself and others.
Anna Bartholemew
Anna Bartholemew co-founder of Equilibrio will be your dedicated host and administrator throughout the retreat, committed to ensuring that every aspect of your experience is as enriching and fulfilling as possible. From the initial point of contact through to the end of your stay, Anna will oversee all logistical details and provide personalized support, making sure that everything runs smoothly. Her goal is to create a seamless and enjoyable experience for you, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the retreat and make the most of every moment.
Retreat Highlights
Location
The tranquil and picturesque Kaliyoga retreat in Andalucía, Spain
Accommodation
6 nights in either single or shared twin en-suite rooms
Workshops
20 hours of CPD Psychosexual teachings led by experienced therapists Lisa Lane and Jane Milborne
Counselling
Catrin John will also be offering one-off therapy sessions at an additional cost, providing personalized support during the retreat.
Facilities
Full access to outdoor pool, infrared sauna, and other centre facilities.
Meals
Enjoy 3 delicious vegetarian/vegan meals a day.
Activities
2 complimentary therapies, daily yoga practice, a day’s hiking in the mountains or villages, and evening entertainment.
Kaliyoga
The venue for this retreat will be the beautiful award winning Kaliyoga yoga & wellness sanctuary which has been transforming lives since 2002 and is situated in the tranquil beauty of the Andalucian countryside in Spain, providing a serene and idyllic setting for rejuvenation and self-discovery.
We have planned for you to discover a genuinely warm and likeminded community. You will have the guidance and support you need to flourish set amidst lush gardens. There are pool loungers, an infrared sauna, swings and hammocks in the trees and a garden full of fruit trees and lavender.
Everything at Kaliyoga is prepared from quality raw ingredients – with an exquisite plant-based cuisine, breakfast, lunch, afternoon sweet treats, tapas and supper.
The morning yoga session is led by Kaliyoga’s in house teacher. It is active but it’s less about pushing your body and more concerned with focus in the moment, bringing your attention to what you’re doing right now.
Together, we create a space where transformation is not just possible; it is inevitable!
Booking
We offer three different sleeping arrangments for our 6 day retreat retreat
Early bird bookings before 16th February 2025 receive £200 OFF the full retreat price
Single ensuite room
£1,700
per person (sole occupancy)
Shared twin large ensuite room
£1,500
per person
Shared twin smaller ensuite casita
£1,400
per person
Payment plans are available
Price includes
- 6 nights luxury accommodation
- Full use of the centre facilities including the outdoor pool and infrared sauna
- A course of 4 CPD Psychosexual interactive workshops
- 3 delicious plant-based meals a day
- 2 complimentary therapies, a daily yoga practice, a day’s hiking in the mountains or villages and evening activities.
Note: Prices do not include flights and transfers
Secure your booking with a non-refundable deposit of £400. (payment plans available)
Deposits and Cancellation Charges-
- We ask for a deposit through the Equilbrio website of £400 non-refundable. You can pay this via the website
- On receipt of the deposit, we will send an email with our bank detail to make your transfer for the balance and details of our payment plans, which are monthly instalments or two larger payments.
- The remaining amount is payable 16 weeks before your holiday.
- If you book within 12 weeks of the start of your holiday, we will need payment in full.
Insurance
It is vitally important that you take out good holiday insurance. With the best will in the world we cannot foresee every eventuality so it’s a condition of booking that you have adequate insurance. We will ask you to tick the box confirming this on our booking form.