Jessica Holland ~ Retreat Leader & Bufo Facilitator
Jessica Holland ~ Retreat Leader & Bufo Facilitator
Jessica Holland ~ Retreat Leader & Bufo Facilitator
Jessica is the founder of Shama Sanctuary and a longtime guide in sacred medicine and integration work. A mother of seven remarkable human beings and a former pastor, her path has been shaped by decades of holding space for others through grief, transformation, faith transitions, and deep inner inquiry. Her work with Bufo emerged not as a
Jessica is the founder of Shama Sanctuary and a longtime guide in sacred medicine and integration work. A mother of seven remarkable human beings and a former pastor, her path has been shaped by decades of holding space for others through grief, transformation, faith transitions, and deep inner inquiry. Her work with Bufo emerged not as a departure from her earlier vocation, but as a continuation of it—rooted in reverence, responsibility, and care for the whole human experience. Jessica’s integration work is informed by the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model, a trauma-informed therapeutic approach that honors the intelligence of the psyche and the protective patterns formed through lived experience. Through Shama Sanctuary, she offers carefully held ceremonial spaces and ongoing integration support that emphasize safety, embodiment, personal sovereignty, and the remembering of wholeness.
Gretchen Dillman ~ Yogi & Somatic Grief Facilitator
Jessica Holland ~ Retreat Leader & Bufo Facilitator
Jessica Holland ~ Retreat Leader & Bufo Facilitator
Gretchen is a 500-hour certified yoga teacher and 100-hour certified Grief Yoga® facilitator devoted to the healing arts. Through somatic practices that weave together movement, breath, and sound, she gently guides others in releasing stored emotion, honoring grief, and reconnecting with the wisdom of the body. Her work is rooted in a hea
Gretchen is a 500-hour certified yoga teacher and 100-hour certified Grief Yoga® facilitator devoted to the healing arts. Through somatic practices that weave together movement, breath, and sound, she gently guides others in releasing stored emotion, honoring grief, and reconnecting with the wisdom of the body. Her work is rooted in a heart-centered, intuitive approach, creating space for deep transformation, inner connection, and soulful restoration. Following a deeply personal loss, Gretchen felt called to step away from a career in engineering to fully devote herself to the path of healing and wellness. This lived experience informs the way she holds space—with compassion, presence, and a deep respect for each individual’s journey. Based in Dunedin, Florida, Gretchen teaches at Warrior One Yoga, where she supports students in softening, feeling, and coming home to themselves. Outside of teaching, she finds inspiration in coastal living—spending time by the water, creating botanical kombucha blends, and exploring practices that nourish the body, mind, and spirit.
Private Room (Limited Availability)
This cozy private room offers a quiet, restful space with a comfortable bed, warm wood finishes, and natural light—ideal for those who value solitude and downtime during the retreat. A private room provides additional space for integration, reflection, and deep rest between ceremonies.
Private accommodations are available for an additional $200 beyond the retreat price.
First come, first served.
Semi~Private Rooms ( Double Occupancy)
This semi-private room features two comfortable beds in a shared, spacious setting with warm wood details and natural light. It’s a great option for those who appreciate shared presence while still having ample space to rest and integrate between ceremonies.
Semi-private accommodations are $100 per person in addition to the retreat price.
Limited availability · Two occupants per room · First come, first served.
Shared Occupancy (Sleeps 4-6)
Shared Room (Community Lodging)
These shared rooms offer a communal sleeping space with twin-size bunk beds, accommodating four to six participants. Designed for those who value connection and shared presence, this option supports the collective experience of the retreat while still providing a comfortable place to rest and integrate between ceremonies.
Shared accommodations are included in the base retreat price.
Bunk-style sleeping · Twin beds · Limited availability · First come, first served.