About This Retreat
This retreat was created for those who spend much of their lives holding things together. For those who are capable, composed, and often relied upon, yet carry an inner life that has had little space to rest.
This retreat is not here to change or improve you. It exists to offer space.
Here, writing is not used to perform or produce. It is a way of listening inwardly, to what has been waiting beneath the surface.
There is no expectation to arrive with a project. No requirement to share. No pressure to explain what emerges on the page.
The retreat unfolds within a slow, protected rhythm. The structure is light, and the emphasis is on allowing something to breathe again.
This is not a holiday that leaves you needing another rest when you return. It is a week shaped for those who rarely give themselves permission to stop.
How the Retreat is Held
The retreat is designed as a small, carefully structured gathering. Each cohort is intentionally limited in size, with a defined daily rhythm and clear boundaries around scope and care. The retreat is hosted within a professional venue partnership, ensuring both steadiness and spaciousness throughout the week.
The Holding Circle
Each gathering is held by a consistent circle of three experienced practitioners. Our roles are distinct and intentional, ensuring both depth and steadiness throughout the retreat. While Kim leads the reflective sessions and shapes the overall arc of the week, the retreat is supported by dedicated professionals who attend to participant care, group flow, and the practical rhythm of each day. Together, we hold the space with clarity, professionalism, and quiet attention.
Kim David
Founder and Lead Facilitator
Kim is the founder of the Reflective Writing Retreat and leads the overall arc of each gathering. With a background in psychotherapy and reflective practice, she shapes the structure of the week and guides the writing sessions with steadiness and care. Her role is to create a contained, thoughtful environment in which participants can write without pressure or performance. She holds the tone, rhythm, and psychological safety of the retreat.
Patricia Westerhof
Writing Facilitator
Patricia is a published author and experienced facilitator who has led writing groups at the University of Toronto and facilitated retreats internationally. She brings a depth of craft knowledge and a seasoned understanding of group process to the retreat. Her presence strengthens the writing dimension of the week, offering guidance where needed while preserving the reflective and non-performative nature of the space.
Roxanne De Grauwe
Participant Care and Hospitality Lead
Roxanne brings extensive experience in high-end hospitality, including work within luxury hotel environments and as the owner of her own restaurant business. She oversees participant care and the practical flow of each day, ensuring that the retreat unfolds smoothly and attentively. With strong communication skills and a refined sense of service, she supports the group quietly and consistently, allowing participants to feel both welcomed and well held.