Transformational Retreats for High-Achieving Women | The Catalyst

RETREATS

Transformational experiences for high achieving women at inflection points who are ready to define their next chapter.

EXPAND WHAT’S POSSIBLE

UPCOMING RETREATS: The Thyme · The Berkshires, CT · Sep 25–28, 2026 | Whispertree · Boonville, CA · April 15–18, 2027

THREE DAYS. A PROFOUND SHIFT.

RECONNECT WITH YOURSELF‍ ‍

Get intentional about what matters most to you, what you truly want, and what your next chapter is asking of you.

RECALIBRATE YOUR
NERVOUS SYSTEM

Through breathwork, somatic practices, and immersion in nature, your body remembers what it feels like to truly rest and restore itself.

FIND BALANCE BETWEEN “DOING” & “BEING”

Truly inhabit your life with presence, intention, and grounded energy that makes everything you do more powerful.

WHAT WOMEN ARE SAYING:

“The Catalyst Retreat was nothing short of life-changing. It created a space for deep healing and reconnection - to myself, to other women, and to something much greater. I feel grounded, expanded, and awake to my own power in a way I hadn’t felt in years.”

- Heather Casey, Founder of Casey Solutions
"I got so much out of the weekend - self-knowledge, confidence, and connection with amazing women. I felt truly seen and understood. Christine's and Monique's ability to engage on both a mind and heart level is rare. I left feeling grounded into parts of myself I'd been wanting to honor for a long time. If you have the chance to come, don't hesitate - just say yes."

- Lauren Peate, Founder and CEO of Multitudes
"I’m so grateful for this space, this incredible group of women, and the energy this experience has sparked within me. I left with a full heart, a clearer vision and so much hope for this next chapter of living my most fulfilled life. I feel more aligned than ever with my path and inspired to offer my unique gifts in service of something greater."

- Angela Johnson, Managing Principal at Noble Investment Group
"This was one of the most emotional but energizing and transformational experiences I have ever had. The incredible thoughtfulness, care and expertise that went into the design of this experience and Monique and Christine’s ability to bring that intention to life is a masterclass in itself."

- Melissa Webb, Nonprofit Leader and Board Member
“I came to the Catalyst Retreat looking for clarity about my career, but what I found was something much deeper. I uncovered a vision for my life - not just my work. Honestly it was life changing for me."

- Kedra Newsom, Partner at the Boston Consulting Group
"The retreat was beautifully and thoughtfully designed. I was able to go deeply within - to reflect on my patterns, reconnect with my calling, and gain clarity on who I want to become and what I want to change in my life."

- Grace Wang, Senior Product Manager at Meta
“Monique and Christine guided us with grace, attunement, and fierce compassion. They don’t just facilitate - they create the ecosystem where magic happens."

- Kristin Meyers, CEO of Fay Nutrition
“One of the things I loved most is being with powerhouse women engaging in really cool experiences. There’s something extraordinary that happens when women come together with intention - it’s grounding, expansive, and transformative all at once."

- Jill Medina Elizalde, Founder of Steadfast
“Christine & Monique’s warmth, integrity, and intentional design made it effortless to trust the process. They created a space of extraordinary safety and depth, bringing together powerful, thoughtful women who instantly felt like family.”

- Kristin Naragon, CEO at The Leadership Consortium
"This retreat was absolutely perfect. The most powerful moment for me was being able to name my pattern and why it exists - something I'd always known in my head, but putting it on paper made it real. Every woman was there for a different reason, yet our chemistry meshed perfectly. We left with more peace, understanding, and a path forward."

- Simin Marefat, ER Nurse UCSF, Global Humanitarian
"I’ve looked into retreats before but this is the first one I’ve ever said yes to. There was yoga, breathwork, sound baths and incredible food BUT the real point of the weekend was getting clarity on what’s next. You look honestly at the patterns that have been running you and leave with real commitments to yourself that will lead to true fulfillment in all areas of your life."

- Chelsea Rowe, Founder and CEO of Gritwell

WHAT YOU’LL LEAVE WITH:

A clearer understanding of yourself - what is shaping how you think, respond and make decisions
A stronger sense of what you want - what matters to you now in your work, relationships and life
More choice in how you show up - different ways of responding, communicating and leading
A clearer vision for what’s next - define what you want to make real and what success and fulfillment look like
Concrete next steps - leave with specific choices, commitments and actions you can take back into your life

THE EXPERIENCE:

We combine coaching with experiential practices that help you step outside your typical thought patterns. Our work together includes:

Coaching & Reflection: Structured coaching exercises and group work to help you challenge your assumptions, and develop a clearer understanding of yourself and what you want.
Breathwork & Movement: Guided breathwork, movement, and sound meditation offer different ways to quiet the noise and create space for deeper insight.
Guided Visualization: Explore different possibilities, get clarity on what you want, and connect with the qualities you want to bring into your next chapter.
Time in Nature: Unstructured time in nature gives you space to step away from daily demands, reflect, and allow new perspectives to emerge.
Connection & Conversation: Be part of an inspiring group of women, with space for honest conversation, shared experiences and meaningful connection.
Nourishing Food: Fresh, seasonal meals prepared by a private chef, shared around the table with an inspiring group of women.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

An aerial view of The Thyme Retreat Center with a gray roof, surrounded by lush green trees, a small pond, and winding driveway in a forested area.

Full retreat programming, including group coaching sessions, holotropic breathwork, guided movement, sound meditation, journaling, and mindfulness sessions
Private 1:1 coaching session with Christine or Monique prior to the retreat to set your intention for the journey ahead

3 nights of accommodation; check-in begins at 3pm, program concludes at 12pm
Nourishing, organic meals prepared daily by our private chef

This experience is limited to up to 16 participants to support depth and connection.

Full Program & Agenda

UPCOMING RETREATS:

The Thyme | September 25-28, 2026

Set on 85 acres of Berkshire mountain wilderness on the Connecticut/ Massachusetts border, The Thyme is a retreat center surrounded by forest, water and trails, just 2.5 hours from New York City and Boston.

The property includes light-filled single and double rooms, beautiful gathering spaces, a yoga studio, swimming pond, saunas, sweat lodge and hiking trails leading directly to the Appalachian Trail.

Double Occupancy

Spacious and serene, with warm natural textures and soft, calming tones; these light-filled rooms are perfect for restorative rest.

The Thyme Retreat Center accommodations - A spacious bedroom with two large beds, beige bedding, wooden furniture, a window overlooking trees, and soft lighting.

Price: $2,450

Private Room

Inviting single-occupancy rooms with warm tones and clean, modern touches — a personal sanctuary, simple and grounding by design.

Price: $3,450

Join Us

Cost a barrier? We offer a limited number of sponsored spots.

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PAST EXPERIENCES:

West Coast Retreat, 2026

Spirit Camp, CA

“The Catalyst Retreat was truly life-changing - deeply spiritual, restorative, and expansive in all the right ways.”
- Heather Casey, Founder at Casey Solutions

East Coast Retreat, 2025

Wildsong, NY

“The Catalyst was a profound turning point. It was a space of extraordinary safety and depth, bringing together powerful, thoughtful women. I left feeling lighter and clearer.”
- Kristin Naragon, CEO at The Leadership Consortium

YOUR FACILITATORS

Christine and Monique

Harvard Business School graduates with leadership backgrounds at Bain, BCG, Meta, Amazon and Walmart. They bring decades of experience in tech, start-ups, and consulting to their work as executive coaches.

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Monique Pearson, HBS MBA and executive coach, co-founder of The Catalyst Retreats with leadership experience at Amazon, Meta, and Walmart.

Lindsey Guest - Founder, Interweve Consulting

“The Catalyst Retreat is, without question, the best retreat I have ever attended. From the moment I arrived I felt held in a safe, calm, and deeply supportive environment - the programming was expertly paced, each session building beautifully on the last, and the sound bath, yoga, and breathwork were all transformative. The setting was beautiful, the food delicious, and Christine and Monique have created something truly special. A world-class experience in every sense.”

— Lindsey Guest., Founder of Interweve Consulting

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RETREATS

Transformational experiences for high achieving women at inflection points who are ready to define their next chapter.

EXPAND WHAT’S POSSIBLE

THREE DAYS. A PROFOUND SHIFT.

WHAT WOMEN ARE SAYING:

“The Catalyst Retreat was nothing short of life-changing. It created a space for deep healing and reconnection - to myself, to other women, and to something much greater. I feel grounded, expanded, and awake to my own power in a way I hadn’t felt in years.”

"This was one of the most emotional but energizing and transformational experiences I have ever had. The incredible thoughtfulness, care and expertise that went into the design of this experience and Monique and Christine’s ability to bring that intention to life is a masterclass in itself."

“I came to the Catalyst Retreat looking for clarity about my career, but what I found was something much deeper. I uncovered a vision for my life - not just my work. Honestly it was life changing for me."

"The retreat was beautifully and thoughtfully designed. I was able to go deeply within - to reflect on my patterns, reconnect with my calling, and gain clarity on who I want to become and what I want to change in my life."

“Monique and Christine guided us with grace, attunement, and fierce compassion. They don’t just facilitate - they create the ecosystem where magic happens."

“​One of the things I loved most is being with powerhouse women engaging in really cool experiences​. There’s something extraordinary that happens when women come together with intention - it’s grounding, expansive, and transformative all at once."

“Christine & Monique’s warmth, integrity, and intentional design made it effortless to trust the process. They created a space of extraordinary safety and depth, bringing together powerful, thoughtful women who instantly felt like family.”