I hope this helps others because I looked at several options before deciding on LVR…read more And I'm glad I did - because I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Laguna Village Retreat. From pick up after surgery to the last day, the level of care I received was exceptional. This is not just a recovery space--it is a thoughtfully curated experience rooted in compassion, professionalism, and true attention to detail. It is clear this is a place designed for healing in every sense. What stood out most to me was the people. Paige and her team have created something incredibly special, and that energy is reflected in every person you meet. I felt genuinely supported, seen, and cared for during a very vulnerable time. Paige personally drove me home from surgery, held my hand walking into my follow-up visit, and made sure every detail was clearly communicated with my doctor. I felt safe, supported, and truly cared for every step of the way. The nursing staff was outstanding--kind, attentive, and truly present. Their knowledge of recovery, combined with a calm and reassuring approach, made me feel completely safe and confident in the healing process. A heartfelt thank you to Katie, Sienna, Dominique, Karen, and Charissa--and to the many others whose kindness and care meant so much during my stay. The environment itself is peaceful and restorative, with a truly zen-like atmosphere that allows you to fully relax and focus on healing. The food was also incredible--thoughtfully prepared, nourishing, and far beyond what you would expect in a recovery setting. This experience changed the way I see healing, care, and support--and I will carry it with me always. If you are considering post-surgical care, this is truly the best decision you can make.

decent experience and would likely recommend to family or friends. Will have to consider for my…read morenext post op

Oh my goodness! The Pearl is a whole beautiful experience. The people are incredible but not…read moreoverwhelming. Max, Kate and Madison are welcoming and warm from the moment you enter the property, and that warmth continues throughout your stay. Rachel's yoga sessions were a wonderful way to start the morning and to rejuvenate after a beautiful hike overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The meals are delicious, nutritious, and beautiful. The rooms are cozy, clean, and very comfortable. The Banya is delightful and invigorating. Followed by a cool outdoor shower, a dip in the warm jetted pool, a sit in the sauna, and a cold plunge. The whole vibe is just lovely. Nice conversations around the fire with some tea after dinner leaves you feeling relaxed and ready to grab a book from their selection, take it to your room and read yourself to sleep after a full day. Your stay can be physically challenging if that is what you want, or it can be a pampering spa retreat without the exertion. The massages are indulgent and dreamy. The term "reset" is accurate when describing your stay. You must try the roller massage machine too! You will love it. I have social anxiety which can make new things uncomfortable for me but I was so at ease here. It all just flowed. A truly exceptional experience. I plan to make this an annual thing and will probably stay longer in the future. Give yourself this gift. Bring a loved one to share the experience. I promise you will be glad you did. Its lovely, truly.

Such a beautiful and restorative place to be in Laguna Beach. From the property itself to the…read morenature surroundings and the ammenities of the Pearl - It was a delightful experience to reset, disconnect and recharge. Highly recommend for either a weekend getaway or week retreat. Definitely coming back soon!

HO #62 here! Yes yes yes you need this retreat in your life. I made friends and memories that are…read moretough to put into words. The cabins at Pali Retreat are brand new (built in 2025!) with heated floors. They are in best condition possible! Healing Odyssey is so intentional in all of their exercises during the retreat. I learned so much. It is so therapeutic to be with 30 other women who know.

I decided to attend the weekend retreat mainly because a friend wanted me to join her on the…read moreretreat. We were placed on a waitlist three days before the scheduled retreat. Surprisingly we were offered a spot at the retreat due to last minute cancellations. We were in a campers dorm. There were four of us and the accommodations were clean and roomy. We each took a section of the campers dorm. We had privacy since the dorm area was not full. There were large bunk bed frames so taking your own sleeping bags and pillows is a must. I liked that the restroom was inside the cabin. The rates for the retreat are affordable and reasonable. Meals are included and accommodations are good but don't expect a hotel room. You are in camper mode. I am thankful that God led me to a place of serene support and love. The staff were attentive and great. The variety of activities and information was just what I didn't know I needed. Lots of self-care opportunities. I made lifelong friends there. The women inspired me to face whatever challenges may come in life. So many women in one place genuinely supporting and caring for you was EXTRAORDINARY. The activities were well planned and inspiring. I have now been in remission for several years....cancer-free. I wholeheartedly recommend this retreat for women. I have been in remission for several years. cancer-free. I wholeheartedly recommend this retreat for women. It is life changing.

I found Claudia from The Love Courses on Yelp during a very difficult period in my relationship. My…read morethen-fiancé and I were struggling, and Claudia reached out almost immediately after I posted my request. She was able to schedule us for an in-person session right away, which meant a lot during such an emotional time. Claudia is an exceptional therapist. She truly listens to both partners and makes each person feel heard and respected. At the same time, she isn't afraid to ask thoughtful, direct, and sometimes tough questions that get to the heart of the issue. While our relationship ultimately had several core challenges that couldn't be resolved, Claudia played a crucial role in helping us navigate that reality with clarity and compassion. She guided us through what she calls "uncoupling," allowing both of us to come to terms with the relationship ending in a healthy and grounded way. I'm incredibly grateful that we found Claudia, and I highly recommend her to anyone seeking honest, skilled, and deeply compassionate couples counseling.

Claudia is AMAZING. My husband and I went to her for our first year of marriage (pre marital…read morecounseling) to ensure we were starting our marriage off strong. It was the best investment we ever made. Claudia is a great listener, provides excellent tools, and is always in both of your corners rooting you on. She utilizes cutting edge research to help strengthen bonds and improve mental health. One of the many things I love about Claudia is that she herself is always learning and taking extra classes and courses to strengthen her own toolbox of resources. My husband said, "the tools she's given us, we don't even realize we use them anymore because it's like muscle memory now." Life is truly about living to the fullest, most peaceful and joyful route and while you may not even think you need couples therapy, I can guarantee it'll help even the strongest of couples!

Equine Therapy was a voluntary class to take at Luminance, the recovery center I was in. I i…read moreitially thought this would be incredibly stupid, and an absolute waste of time. I was 100% wrong. The experience was amazingly incredible. We were told the horses were very intuitive, and I quickly discovered that myself. Dealing with both PTSD and the opiate addiction that came with it, my thoughts and feelings, and my energy output were all negative. And based on the exercise we were doing, the horse I had chosen reacted negatively. About to give up, I cleared my mind and tried my best to find peace, and for the first time that afternoon, the horse did a total about face, and the exercise took an unexpected and life changing turn. From that moment on, I knew I had to face the horrors of my past if I were to have a future. The horses, and the incredible staff, at Intuit are simply amazing. If you put your all in it, you will walk out of the therapy with a new insight. The staff are caring and compassionate, and clearly love what they are doing. They will listen if you want to talk. They will allow you to be as open or as quiet as you wish. I cannot recommend Intuit and the Equine Therapy enough. What I experienced there is a story I share to this day, now a month shy of a year since I was there. I promise you, if you enter the therapy with Intuit with an open mind, your life will be altered in ways that you never thought possible.

I had an uncomfortable encounter with one of the therapists at the stables one afternoon when I…read morewent to visit the horses. The stables are publicly accessible and open to visitors who wish to pet the animals. However, I was approached abruptly and somewhat rudely by a staff member when I was simply observing the horses. I had had a long, challenging day and was taking a walk in the area, which I associate with a place where I once took riding lessons--an environment that felt more welcoming. During this encounter, I was told in a dismissive manner that unless I was volunteering to clean up after the horses, I was not welcome in that area. The staff member did not introduce herself or explain her concerns when she approached me, nor did she clarify whether my actions might be problematic, which I found unusual. I attempted to understand her reasoning, noting that the section of the facility where the therapy horses are kept is owned by the OC Fairgrounds, not the therapy center itself. It was concerning to me that a mental health professional would use such a tone and display an attitude that implies members of the public are not welcome. If she intended to represent herself professionally--as someone who embodies qualities like compassion and empathy--she fell short. I attempted to engage in a respectful, adult conversation but was met with dismissiveness that suggested a lack of regard for public interaction. This behavior was disappointing and not reflective of the professionalism I would expect from someone in her position. Additionally, she seemed to assume that the barn aisle should remain completely private, but this is an open area with no doors or offices, intended to be accessible to the public. If she was conducting a therapy session in that space, it should have taken place indoors in a private room--this is standard practice for maintaining confidentiality. Since she made no effort to communicate with me or clarify what was happening, I had no way of knowing her intentions. Given the public nature of the space, I believe it is important for staff to set clear boundaries, but also to communicate openly with visitors. Overall, her attitude and demeanor felt confrontational and elitist, which was unprofessional. I cannot imagine a therapist with this level of aggression working with families or creating a comforting environment. The ranch is called the Ranch Community because it is intended for members of the public, and the signs in the stable clearly welcome visitors to pet the horses. I had confirmed with the ranch prior to my visit that the area was open to the public. Her behavior seemed to be an unnecessary display of frustration or entitlement. Furthermore, the facility is owned and operated by the City of Costa Mesa, not the therapy center, which raises questions about the expectation of privacy in this open area. If the therapy center owned the barn, I might consider her attitude more credible; however, given that the space is open and accessible, I believe respectful communication is essential. Overall, her attitude did not create a welcoming or therapeutic atmosphere, which is disappointing.

Amy is wonderful! I recently had my first sound bath and I am still feeling uplifted and energized…read moredays after. She was such a calming and kind person that made the experience great. Highly recommended.

This was my first sound bath and it was a very calming experience. It helped with the anxiety.read more

Great relaxing massage! Spouse felt rejuvenated and in a state of bliss, the therapist was able to…read moreget rid of the knot. The atmosphere was calming from start to finish.

This place isn't as good as it used to be. My favorite therapist, Lucy, is no longer here. That is…read morecertainly out of their control but still I'm bummed about that. The steam room is not functioning anymore so only the sauna is available to use. That's a huge negative now because they don't have a jacuzzi. Wen Wen was my therapist for a 60-min deep tissue massage and she was ok... not nearly as good as Lucy. The prices are pretty steep here so not sure I'd return anymore given the above. This used to be one of my favorite spas in the area so I'm sad that the experience isn't as good as it once was.

Serve the Goddess was at a recent bachelorette party I attended. I've never heard of a mobile spa,…read morebut this was simply genius! What better way to spend the day with your girlfriends and be pampered! Everyone was provided with a robe and chose two treatments: pedicure, manicure or facial. Helen, Yvette and Marie were all amazing! I highly recommend for a fun and relaxing get-together!

Like many people, I was turned on to Serve the Goddess because I needed a mobile spa service and I…read moreYelp every company before I use them. The fellow yelpers who gave this company a 5 star rating were not exaggerating, Serve the Goddess lived up to every expectation I had. Dealing with the owner, Helen, in setting up the service was very easy as she allowed me to do the majority via email (I'm hardly ever available for phone), was prompt in responding and was very laid back, which is very important for spa people! Half of the balance was required as a down which seems reasonable since they can't book other parties, and the remainder due a week or so before the event. Everything was easily invoiced, emailed over and payment was done via credit card. Now to the fun details of the party, had 15 people total for a pampering spa day, so had 4 techs: 1 for mini facials, 1 for pedi/foot massage (some girls had already done pedicures and didn't want to mess them up so Helen agreed to give an option), 1 for a neck, back & shoulder chair massage & 1 palm reader. Each of the procedures were 20 mins and the girls got to do each of the procedures so they didn't have to pick. Many of the girls commented that they were surprised that the techs didn't rush them and it allowed them to really have fun and not feel like they were just pushing people thru the procedures. I found the prices to be very reasonable and everyone had an amazing time so I recommend Serve the Goddess for any event that requires some pampering.

Being a part of the retreat was amazing! Not only was the location and housing was paradise but…read morealso the different people on the trip. By day 2 it felt like I was connecting with people in an organic way, sounds super hippy but when like minded folks who appreciate nature, healthy delicious food, and fitness come together it's an adventure that lasts a lifetime. And each day I experienced something new and felt like it was was the Royal local treatment. Can't wait for the next one!

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