Writing and Publishing in the Desert 

Sunday October 26 to Wednesday October 29, 2025

A KAP Retreat in Joshua Tree

with

Tammy Nelson PhD & Donna Sorgen LMHC LPC

Published author and writing coach Tammy Nelson PhD and  psychotherapist and ketamine specialist Donna Soren LMHC LPC guide you to jumpstart, redesign, and complete a writing project in this unique, one of a kind, personalized retreat in beautiful Joshua Tree, California.

Find the motivation, support, and space you need to reach your writing goals. 

Space is Limited - Reserve Your Spot with Deposit Today.

Workshop - $2900 before Aug 15, 2025 (includes all food, snacks, beverages, four-day workshop, and most retreat activities. Transportation not included)

• Pay just $500 Deposit today to reserve your spot. To pay in installments with a credit card on file, please ask for details. (Total amount due before Sept 1, 2025)

• KAP Optional - Medical eval and Rx paid separately to provider 

• For professionals – Continuing Education is available upon request for additional fee

Lodging – Additional $250 to $400 per night. It is recommended you stay at the housing provided. 

• Deluxe rooms - 3 nights $1200

• Private - with private baths - 3 nights $900

• Shared bathrooms - 3 nights $750

REGISTER NOW for the Joshua Tree Writing and Publishing KAP Retreat

Schedule

Sunday night October 26

4pm Check In

6pm -9pm Dinner and Welcome

Program Discussion

Writing Exercise

Monday October 27

8:00am-9:30am light breakfast

10:00am – 12:00pm Program Discussion

Writing Exercise

1:00pm Group

2:00pm Medicine

5:00pm -7:00pm Break

7:00pm-9:00pm Dinner and Discussion

Optional Readings

Tuesday October 28

8:00am-9:30am light breakfast

10:00am – 12:00pm Program Discussion & Writing Exercise

1:00pm Group

2:00pm Medicine (optional)

5:00pm -7:00pm Break

7:00pm-9:00pm Dinner and Discussion

Optional Readings

Wednesday October 29

8:00am - 9:00am  Breakfast

9:00am – 11:00pm Group Closure and Readings

11:00am Check Out

Welcome to

"Writing to Heal" a Ketamine Therapy inspirational retreat in Joshua Tree for anyone interested in Writing and Publishing.

To reserve your space from October 26 to October 29th,  you can choose from the deluxe, private, or shared bathroom room; you don't have to choose which house yet.

If you say YES to exploring your soul's narrative - whatever it is, whatever you are writing - all projects are welcome - just email us to reserve a room! To guarantee your space, pay the $500 deposit to hold your spot:

What an amazing opportunity to gather, share stories, see the night sky, explore the desert, and follow your dreams.  I know it will be a beautiful gathering and healing for all of us.

We are so happy to have you and delighted to share your vision.

Investment:

$2900 for workshop includes all fees, workbook, private consult with Tammy, review of your project, food/drinks

PLUS housing (additional cost):

Deluxe rooms - 3 nights $1200

Private - with private baths - 3 nights $900

Shared bathrooms - 3 nights $750

$500 deposit due by July 1st

 Refundable if cancelled by August 15th,  (less admin fees)

Ketamine Inspired sessions optional - Medical eval and Rx paid separately to the provider

Transportation not included (more info to follow)

Check out our accommodations:

 CASA BLANCA

https://www.stayfieldtrip.com/vacation-rental/casa-blanca/

 THE MAYA 

https://www.stayfieldtrip.com/585153/

 SAGUARO

https://www.stayfieldtrip.com/vacation-rental/tecuya-saguaro-ridge/

For Ketamine inspired sessions during your retreat:

Again, Ketamine is optional. Before the retreat, you will be evaluated for appropriateness and given information on dosing and form of transmission. 

Your medical screening for Ketamine must be done before the retreat with the medical provider and is an ADDITIONAL FEE. We will set you up with the appointment during your informational Zoom session.

There will be a medical provider on site at the retreat. More information is available if you have questions. 

Other Add-ons:

For professionals: Continuing Education hours are available upon request for an additional fee  

Massage available by appointment:

Grace Ann Massage from Palm Springs will come to the retreat to offer therapeutic massage by appointment

Massage payable directly to Grace Ann Massage

We look forward to talking with you and creating your Writing and Publishing Dreams....We are so excited!

Much love and soul energy,

Tammy and Donna

For an application or to set up a screening email tammy@drtammynelson.com or dwwgrace@gmail.com.