When we started offering retreat programs in 2005, the issue we ran into was that the same approach did not work for someone who wanted to get away for a quick recharge and for those who were suffering from digestive issues, cigarette addiction, obesity or wanted to stop an emotional eating roller-coaster. Additionally, each guest had an individual speed of healing, depending on the type and stage of their health condition, lifestyle habits and their current emotional state. No matter how well we fine-tuned the program, it was virtually impossible to find a one-size-fits-all solution.
When we started offering retreat programs in 2005, the issue we ran into was that the same approach did not work for someone who wanted to get away for a quick recharge and for those who were suffering from digestive issues, cigarette addiction, obesity or wanted to stop an emotional eating roller-coaster. Additionally, each guest had an individual speed of healing, depending on the type and stage of their health condition, lifestyle habits and their current emotional state. No matter how well we fine-tuned the program, it was virtually impossible to find a one-size-fits-all solution.
This is why we have created for you comprehensive and professionally guided specialized programs, which allow us to meet your individual needs and that are proven to bring about tangible improvements in your specific health condition… provided you are realistic in your expectations and committed to your healing journey. Whether you’d like to experience joint rejuvenation, calm your anxiety, overcome sugar addiction, or need a quick health reboot, there are great program options for you at Fresh Start. Based on many years of experience, we have carefully picked and combined various program components and put them together into the most effective combinations and sequences, as well as designed an individualized and customized process that gradually assists you on a deep healing journey, while having the most enjoyable experience in a relaxing family-like environment.
This is why we have created for you comprehensive and professionally guided specialized programs, which allow us to meet your individual needs and that are proven to bring about tangible improvements in your specific health condition… provided you are realistic in your expectations and committed to your healing journey. Whether you’d like to experience joint rejuvenation, calm your anxiety, overcome sugar addiction, or need a quick health reboot, there are great program options for you at Fresh Start. Based on many years of experience, we carefully picked and combined various program components and put them together into the most effective combinations and sequences, as well as designed an individualized and customized process that gradually assists you on a deep healing journey, while having the most enjoyable experience in a relaxing family-like environment.
How Do We Work With You
How Do We Work with You: so you get above-average results
WHOLE PERSON APPROACH
You may have heard the saying: issues hide in tissues. One of our guests was doing massages to relieve neck tension for years without seeing any progress. After a session of emotional release through energy work, he felt his tension disappear completely. This is just one example of how physical and emotional health are interconnected. You may be suffering from an emotional dysregulation and think that all you need is to fix your head. At the same time, you may also deal with the aftermath of nervous system exhaustion, hormonal imbalances and digestive issues. So if you only do talk therapy and ignore the body, or if you just do the body work and ignore your head, your progress may be slow and partial. This is why we work with the entire you. A symptom or issue cannot be addressed in isolation.
INDIVIDUALIZED AND CUSTOMIZED HEALTH PLAN
No solution will work for every situation. You may be dealing with multiple physical, emotional and bad habits problems. This is why we have developed a highly customized approach where we hand-pick various one-on-one therapies and supplements to suit your individual health needs.
GRADUAL AND SAFE HEALING
Safe healing is gradual. We will choose an initial therapeutic focus and will start peeling the layers of this onion. We will prioritize the areas or organs of focus depending on the severity. Most of the time, we will work on the same area or a couple of areas for the duration of the program. Note: We cannot address too many areas simultaneously, or your body (and you!) may get overwhelmed. Also, at times, you may not be able to tackle the primary issue right away, if there is a major roadblock that needs to be addressed first. For example, your main goal may be to lower your high blood pressure, but if you also suffer from severe constipation or muscle tension, addressing the latter may be much more important. Additionally, it may support blood pressure improvements.
Remember that there are no quick fixes to long-term issues. Do not expect major quick turnarounds, and let your body take its time to heal gradually.
MULTI-FACETED HEALING STRUCTURE
The same condition may be triggered by different causes, and more commonly, one condition may be produced by multiple factors accumulatively. This is why the cause of the disease is considered unknown! Because it is rarely one thing. This is why we use MULTIPLE HEALING METHODS, MULTIPLE THERAPISTS’ EXPERTISE and MULTI-FACETED HEALING STRUCTURE. Since more than one thing caused your health problems, we cannot count on that one thing to remedy them!
COMMITMENT TO YOUR HEALING
Healing is a journey, and we are committed to walking it with you. We are here to support you and adjust the protocols, as needed. It is also very important that you commit to your own healing. When you come to the Fresh Start program, there will be a very simple and clear process to follow. You need to work on yourself to get well and be an active participant! It will largely predetermine the depth of your results. We do our best to meet everyone’s individual needs, but you need to show up, take your drinks, visit classes, work with practitioners, communicate – whether you have a good or a bad day. Most importantly, you need to have a realistic yet positive attitude, be open-minded, and trust the process.
WHOLE PERSON APPROACH
You may have heard the saying: issues hide in tissues. One of our guests was doing massages to relieve neck tension for years without seeing any progress. After a session of emotional release through energy work, he felt his tension disappear completely. This is just one example of how physical and emotional health are interconnected. You may be suffering from an emotional dysregulation and think that all you need is to fix your head. At the same time, you may also deal with the aftermath of nervous system exhaustion, hormonal imbalances and digestive issues. So if you only do talk therapy and ignore the body, or if you just do the body work and ignore your head, your progress may be slow and partial. This is why we work with the entire you. A symptom or issue cannot be addressed in isolation.
INDIVIDUALIZED AND CUSTOMIZED HEALTH PLAN
No solution will work for every situation. You may be dealing with multiple physical, emotional and bad habits problems. This is why we have developed a highly customized approach where we hand-pick various one-on-one therapies and supplements to suit your individual health needs.
GRADUAL AND SAFE HEALING
Safe healing is gradual. We will choose an initial therapeutic focus and will start peeling the layers of this onion. We will prioritize the areas or organs of focus depending on the severity. Most of the time, we will work on the same area or a couple of areas for the duration of the program. Note: We cannot address too many areas simultaneously, or your body (and you!) may get overwhelmed. Also, at times, you may not be able to tackle the primary issue right away, if there is a major roadblock that needs to be addressed first. For example, your main goal may be to lower your high blood pressure, but if you also suffer from severe constipation or muscle tension, addressing the latter may be much more important. Additionally, it may support blood pressure improvements.
Remember that there are no quick fixes to long-term issues. Do not expect major quick turnarounds, and let your body take its time to heal gradually.
MULTI-FACETED HEALING STRUCTURE
The same condition may be triggered by different causes, and more commonly, one condition may be produced by multiple factors accumulatively. This is why the cause of the disease is considered unknown! Because it is rarely one thing. This is why we use MULTIPLE HEALING METHODS, MULTIPLE THERAPISTS’ EXPERTISE and MULTI-FACETED HEALING STRUCTURE. Since more than one thing caused your health problems, we cannot count on that one thing to remedy them!
COMMITMENT TO YOUR HEALING
Healing is a journey, and we are committed to walking it with you. We are here to support you and adjust the protocols, as needed. It is also very important that you commit to your own healing. When you come to the Fresh Start program, there will be a very simple and clear process to follow. You need to work on yourself to get well and be an active participant! It will largely predetermine the depth of your results. We do our best to meet everyone’s individual needs, but you need to show up, take your drinks, visit classes, work with practitioners, communicate – whether you have a good or a bad day. Most importantly, you need to have a realistic yet positive attitude, be open-minded, and trust the process.
Disclaimer: Though most Fresh Start guests get amazing results, we cannot guarantee recovery from any specific disease or symptom. The results are individual and depend on many factors, including program length, type of condition, its’ severity and the level of personal commitment to the process.
This testimonial is 30 min long. In addition to a personal story, it covers various aspects of program and its components. If you seriously consider coming, we suggest to watch it in detail, to understand how the Fresh Start healing process works. It’ll help you to receive the best results and experience while at the retreat.
Specialized Area of Focus
While all guests experience similar classes and meal structure during the program, you can choose a specific health area of focus during your stay. Here are three main areas you can choose from:
- PHYSICAL HEALTH: diseases of the digestive tract, hormonal issues, liver problems, back/shoulder/hip and other structural issues, lung concerns.
- EMOTIONAL WELLNESS: depression, anxiety, grief, childhood trauma, PTSD, caregiver burnout, redefining self-identity, relationship building.
- HABITS RE-PATTERNING™: quit smoking, mild social drinking, digital addiction, improving exercise and eating routine.
As you see, within each area, there can be a variety of health conditions or issues. We work with each guest individually on their specific situation, considering their main and additional concerns.
Note: Most Fresh Start guests have been looking to improve across all three areas, yet experience has shown that it is impossible to address all problems simultaneously. Health restoration is like a construction site: you cannot put the roof before the walls and foundation. While you may have a lot on the plate, there is typically one area that is causing the most discomfort and needs to be stabilized first because it affects your entire state. If we focus on this area, we will be able to see overall health improvements faster and make the results more measurable and tangible.
Healing Process: How do we guide you through it?
During your program, we work with you individually to assist you in reaching your unique health goals. Over the years, we have developed an effective and safe process, including Professional Assessments and Guidance and an Individualized Go-Deeper Healing Path™, consisting of One-on-One Treatments with experienced natural health specialists and bodyworkers, as well as Custom Healing Protocols™ (supplements) to help you with your health situation in an individualized manner.
Below you’ll find an overview of this process. HOVER OVER TO SEE DETAILED EXPLANATION OF EACH COMPONENT.
Pre-Assessment
Pre-program Assessment
Upon Arrival Assessment
Individualized Healing Path™ Creation
Explanation Consult
Healing Path™
Wellness
One-on-on-one Therapeutic & Detox Services
Healing Custom Protocols™
Fresh Start Healing Structure™
Check-ins & Fine-tuning of the PATH, as needed
Post-Assessment
End Program Results Assessment
Self-Assessment of Improvements
Individualized Post-Program Plan
Post Program Healing Momentum
Fresh Start One-on-One Therapies
We are proud to offer you a wide variety of high-quality treatments (more than 40). We hand-pick therapists with extensive experience and a deep understanding of how to work with a variety of health conditions. We use a large number of therapies to design a unique plan to support your unique health goals. Learn more
This testimonial is 30 min long. In addition to a personal story, it covers various aspects of program and its components. If you seriously consider coming, we suggest to watch it in detail, to understand how the Fresh Start healing process works. It’ll help you to receive the best results and experience while at the retreat.
Fresh Start Custom Healing Protocols
Custom Healing Protocols™ consist of carefully chosen and results-oriented formulas, assisting in healing of specific organs and body systems. These protocols are based on many years of experience in detox and deeply healing programs. Learn more
| Organ Rebalancing |
|---|
| Custom Protocol™ |
| Blood Sugar Stabilizing |
| GI Elimination Enhancing |
| Edema |
| Electrolytes |
| Metabolism Enhancing |
| Sleep |
| Prostate |
| Underweight Stabilizing |
| Urinary Infection |
| Vaginal Infection |
| Learn More |
| Organ Rebuilding |
|---|
| Custom Protocol™ |
| Anemia (Blood) |
| Adrenal |
| Bones |
| Heart and Circulatory |
| Mental Energy |
| Kidney |
| Mild and Advance Digestion Rebuilding |
| Pancreas |
| Thyroid |
| Ulcer/Internal Bleeding |
| Learn More |
| Organ Cleanses |
|---|
| Custom Protocol™ |
| Blood |
| Gall Bladder Flush |
| GI and Lymph Flush |
| Candida |
| Heavy Metal |
| Internal Poultice (for absorbing high levels of toxins, such as in headaches or post-chemo & heavy metal detox) |
| Joints |
| Liver |
| Respiratory (Lung) |
| Small Intestines |
| Learn More |
What besides my Individual Health Services, will I be doing at the Fresh Start?
The Foundation of all Programs is
Core Program
Core Program is your experience and foundation of your individualized healing. It includes meals, drinks and daily activities. Through the Core Program, you will learn how to continue on a health journey at home. Educational classes on a healthy lifestyle and the functioning of various body organs, food preparation demos and emotional well-being workshops are included, as well as guided meditations, yoga, fitness classes, and much more.
The program meals are healing in their nature. They consist of vegan, organic foods with a large percentage of raw fibre (composed primarily of fresh vegetables, greens, fruits, nuts and seeds). Such foods are especially beneficial for those suffering from diabetes, HBP and obesity (and not only!). In addition to meals, various health drinks and supplements are served throughout the day to assist in optimizing digestion and enhancing sleep.
Core Program is an essential foundation for reaching your individualized health goals, no matter what area of focus you choose and works with it integratively and complimentary. It is also called Fresh Start Healing Structure™. We aimed to create a structure that is balanced and semi-flexible. You will have a more structured morning, including various classes and health check-in, and a more relaxed afternoon filled with one-on-one treatments and relaxing activities, such as nature walks, rest, health videos, steam bath and some fun activities like a game night.
The program is hosted at the eco-friendly Ocean Resort, located on a beautiful ocean-front property on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada.
Included in your Core Program
FAQs
Testimonials: Health Improvements Journey
READY TO REGISTER
Disclaimer:
Though we have professional staff with advanced health expertise and most of our guests receive deep health results, the Fresh Start cannot guarantee health recovery from any specific disease or symptom, as the healing process is individual, gradual and depends on many factors. Please be realistic in expectations as there is no such thing as quick fixes when it comes to healing.