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OUT OF THE WOODS~HEALING LYME DISEASE
Brittany France ~ July-August 2015
FAQS
WHO SHOULD ATTEND “OUT OF THE WOODS”?
Anyone who has been diagnosed with Lyme Disease or related ailments. If you
are concerned that you might have Lyme but are unsure, please contact us and
we will lead you through the testing process. You do not need to suffer this
alone.
WHO IS HOSTING THE RETREAT?
Amara of Ojai Healing Center
Amara means to remove obstacles and that is our goal, to remove the Lyme
related obstacles to your health. Lyme Disease brings a myriad of challenges to
the body. Dr. Edie Resto, DC, Katina Makris CH, CIH, and Alan Chang, L. Ac of
Amara Healing Center have gathered a team of practitioners to focus on you
and your individual case, incorporating a variety of modalities and their
comprehensive personal experience with Lyme Disease. We will create your
customized plan to assist the body in healing the disease and rebuilding your
natural balance in mind, body and spirit.
Amara Healing Center is located in Ojai California, USA. Ojai is a small town
nestled in the foothills of Central California. We invite you to visit and
experience the many delightful shops, art galleries, a host of places to retreat
from the fast-paced lifestyle, and our magical Amara of Ojai Healing Center.
Ojai invites you to walk its oak-shaded paths, taking some time to drink in the
serenity of it all. Whether you are attending our Summer 2015 retreat in France
or our Winter retreat in Ojai 2016, we bring to you the magic of our Valley.
AMARAOJAI.COM ~ 215 CHURCH ROAD, OJAI, CA 93023 ~ (805) 798-­‐4111 WHO IS LEADING THE RETREAT AND WHO ARE THE SUPPORT TEAM?
The retreat is being led by
1 Dr. Edie Resto, DC – Chiropractor and graduate of Bastyr Naturopathic
University; specializing in personalized cleansing programs and nutrition.
2 Katina Makris – Author “Out of the Woods, Healing Lyme Disease” Certified
Homeopath, CCH, CIH, recovered chronic Lyme disease patient,
and Certified Intuitive Healer and "Lyme Light Radio" host
And their team. Learn more at www.AmaraOjai.com
3 Deidre Smith L.Ac- Acupuncturist
4 Judy Gabriel MBA -Retreat organizer and Body Dowsing & Resonance
Healer
5 Daisy Swan, MA, CPCC– Mindfulness Coach, meditation, coach and career
counselor
6 Kala Rexroad, CLP – LENS Neurofeedback
7 Carolyn Tutton MT- Massage Therapist
8 Carmen Smyth- Freelance photojournalist
9 Stell Anderson, PCC– Counselor and Foot Detox Practitioner
10 Emmanuelle Sallet– Homeowner and Chef
HOW WILL THIS TEAM GET TO KNOW MY PARTICULAR LYME RELATED
CONDITION?
Prior to arriving at the retreat, you will be required to complete the following:
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Complete online patient questionnaire
Send copies of medical records and recent lab results to Dr. Edie
Schedule a phone or Skype interview with Dr. Edie
From the information gathered in your interview, medical records and Bio
Meridian assessment, Dr. Edie will confer with Katina Makris and the
practitioner team to develop your customized plan.
AMARAOJAI.COM ~ 215 CHURCH ROAD, OJAI, CA 93023 ~ (805) 798-­‐4111 WHAT DOES THE RETREAT INCLUDE
Each Client will receive the following:
§ Shared accommodations for 13 nights and 13 1/2 days.
§ Delicious French meals from Monday, July 20th lunch to Sunday, August
2nd breakfast.
§ Skype, FaceTime or phone interview with Dr. Edie Resto prior to
registration
§ Seven-day Detox menu and vitamins
§ Your personalized treatment plan
Your personalized treatment plan will be created for each client with
the following selection of modalities:
§ Acupuncture
§ Chiropractic
§ Bio Meridian Assessment – (Pre and Post assessments)
§ Body Resonance Assessment and Treatment
§ Dietary consultation and meal plan
§ Herbal Body Wrap
§ Foot Detox
§ Homeopathic Consultation
§ LENS Neurofeedback
§ Cold Laser Therapy
§ Mud, Salt and Oil bath
§ Massages
§ Mindfulness Body Scan
§ Post retreat follow up call with Dr. Edie Resto
§ Spiritual Consultations (private sessions available with Kim Makris at an
additional cost of $250 (220 Euros)
WHY SHOULD I DETOXIFY?
We detoxify and cleanse for many reasons. The cleanse can affect your health,
vitality and rejuvenation on many different levels; physical, emotional and
spiritual. It will help to clear symptoms, treat the existing infections and prevent
further problems. When people have Lyme Disease, a detox cleanse is essential
in the journey of recovery.
With Lyme Disease it is imperative to:
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Suppress the microbes/ co-infections and restore gut function
Clear the endotoxins (dead bacteria, viruses, parasites), which cause
inflammation, pain and fatigue (Herxheimer reaction)
Boost the immune function and reduce the signs and symptoms of
the Lymes and co-infections
Improve circulation and support detoxification at the cellular level
Stimulate phase two of the liver’s detox process with the alkalinizing
menu, vitamins, herbs and homeopathic remedies
You will co-create a menu and treatment plan with Dr. Edie specifically to
address your needs. The various modalities of treatments you will receive during
the retreat are specifically designed to compliment the Detox Cleanse and will
help the body to purge the toxins, restore the stability of the organs and
circulatory system. Our goal is to bring the body back into balance.
WHAT WOULD A TYPICAL DAY ON THE RETREAT LOOK LIKE?
The primary focus of the retreat is your healing. The relaxing environment, detox
cleanse, treatments and rest are combined to maximize your healing and
education during the retreat. The days will vary with diet and excursions, but a
typical day would follow this basic structure. Daily excursions will be optional
depending on how you feel.
Breakfast
Treatments
Lunch & Rest
Afternoon Treatment
Rest & Excursions
Dinner
Evening education,
questions & sharing
Free time, Jacuzzi
8am – 9am
9am - 12:30pm
12:30pm - 2pm
2pm - 3pm
3pm - 5pm
5pm - 7pm
7pm - 8pm
8pm Evening time
WHAT WILL I BE DOING FOR TWO WEEKS?
Here is a layout of the basic retreat.
1 day - travel and visiting Mont Saint Michel
2 days - of intake assessments and initial treatments
7 days - of a personalized detox cleanse and diet with treatments
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continuation plan
½ day - breakfast, closing gathering, travel
SAMPLE RETREAT SCHEUDLE AND CONTENT
Monday, July 20th through Sunday, August 2nd
DAY 1
Monday, July 20th
8:00
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12:30
2-4
4:15  
5:30  
6:30
7:30  
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 Pick up guests in Paris with vans (for those not driving to
the house)
Leave for Mont Saint Michel
Arrive Mont Saint Michel for picnic and tour
Tour and exploration of Mont Saint Michel
Leave for Plevenon
Arrive House in Plevenon & get room assignments
Dinner
Welcome gathering, introductions, hand out schedules
Free time, bed, spa, fireplace time
DAY 2
Tuesday, July 21st
Bio Meridian assessment and cleanse plan with Dr. Edie,
retreat overview meeting, first treatment, recover from travel
fatigue.
DAY 3
Wednesday, July 22nd
Homeopathic interview and plan development with
Katina Makris, cleanse overview.
Optional: Trip to Farmer's Market
DAY 4
Thursday, July 23rd  
Detox day 1 and 3 treatments
(For example: Body resonance assessment, &
treatment, LENS Neuro Feedback, foot detox)
DAY 5
Friday, July 24th  
Detox day 2 and 3 treatments
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Neurofeedback
DAY 6
Saturday, July 25th
Detox day 3, and 3 treatments
(For example: Herbal wrap, Acupuncture, foot detox)
DAY 7
Sunday, July 26th
Detox day 4, and 3 treatments
(For example: Acupuncture, massage and Body Resonance
(Frequency treatment))
DAY 8
Monday, July 27th
Detox day 5, and 3 treatments
(For example: LENS, foot detox and chiropractic
adjustment)
DAY 9
Tuesday, July 28th
Detox day 6, and 3 treatments
(For example: Body Resonance, homeopathic session, and
acupuncture)
DAY 10
Wednesday, July 29th
Detox day 7, 3- treatments
(For example: Body Resonance, Mindfulness session, foot
detox)
DAY 11
Thursday, July 30th
Come off detox diet, 2 treatments, beach picnic, celebration
dinner
DAY 12
Friday, July 31st
BioMeridian post assessment and plan, diet
consultation with Dr. Edie, Mindfulness Body Scan and
meditation
DAY 13
Saturday, Aug 1st
Farmers market, field trip, Celebration dinner!
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Sunday, August 2nd
Breakfast and travel
WHERE IS THE RETREAT BEING HELD?
The Retreat will be held at a private residence in Brittany France. The small
town is called Plevenon and was built in the 1800s. The home is in the village
where our host Emmanuelle’s grandfather grew up. It sleeps 20, is surrounded
by green pastures and is 15 minutes from the beautiful Brittany coastline.
Read about Plevenon, France
WHAT DOES THE RETREAT HOUSE LOOK LIKE?
The Retreat House is a quaint French country home surrounded by green fields
and a small village. It is peaceful and quiet. We have a fun Jacuzzi spa, yoga
movement room and quiet country roads to unwind your stresses. There is a
lovely stone fireplace, wide comfy couches and plenty of nooks and crannies for
everyone to find their own spot to hang out.
SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSIONS
WHAT EXCURSIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
The following are available options included in the program. The team will
decide on which excursions to see dependent on the weather and the interest
and energy of the clients. You will be free to choose each day if you would like
to participate in the days’ planned excursion. All of these are within 30 minutes
AMARAOJAI.COM ~ 215 CHURCH ROAD, OJAI, CA 93023 ~ (805) 798-­‐4111 of the house, except Mont Saint Michel, which is one hour away and we plan to
visit on the first day on the way back from Paris on July 20th.
Beach picnic
Cap Frehel Lighthouse walking tour
Castles
Brittany coastline hike
Shopping and dining in the seaside town of Cap d` Erqui
Farmers’ Market (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
Goat Cheese Farm
Saint Brieuc
Mont St. Michelle
Walk to Plevenon
Bikes are available for riding- the coastline is 15 minutes away
Beach walks and swimming in the English Channel
HOW MANY ATTENDEES WILL BE AT THE RETREAT?
The program is designed for personal and customized treatment plan and the
program is limited to 12 participants. There are 10 practitioners and staff to
support you.
WHAT ARE THE SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS?
There are a variety of accommodation options varying from dorm style (5
persons per room) to double occupancy and single private rooms (for an
additional cost). A detailed description of each room can be provided upon
request.
CAN A COUPLE ATTEND THE RETREAT TOGETHER AND SHARE A ROOM?
Yes. Couples or family members are welcome to attend together and share a
room if there is space available. We have limited space for Lyme afflicted clients
so priority will be given to clients suffering from Lyme. (For example: a spouse
coming to support a Lyme client will be kept on a waiting list until
June 20th).
Please contact Judy as soon as possible as the private rooms are limited. A
50% nonrefundable deposit must be received to reserve a room.
AMARAOJAI.COM ~ 215 CHURCH ROAD, OJAI, CA 93023 ~ (805) 798-­‐4111 HOW DO I GET THERE?
There are several options, depending on where you live and your travel plans.
1 By personal car -For those driving, once you register we will send you the
address and directions to the house.
2 By our Retreat van - If you are arriving into Paris by plane or train we can
arrange transportation for you. There will be an additional cost and it will
vary depending on how many clients want to share transportation ($100$150). We may be renting a van if there are enough who need rides.
Please inquire with Judy for details [email protected].
3 By train – If you plan to arrive by train the closes train station is Saint Brieuc.
Please communicate with Judy to coordinate with other guest arrivals. We will
be happy to pick you up from the train. (Small additional cost)
ONCE I ARRIVE AT THE RETREAT SITE, WILL I NEED TRANSPORTATION?
No. We will provide transportation for all clients for our planned excursions in
Brittany. The town of Plevenon is also walking distance from the house if you
want to visit the church, the Boulangerie, the butcher, or the village souvenir
shop.
ARE THERE ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS?
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Transportation to and from Brittany is the responsibility of each guest.
We will work with those who are not driving to the house to meet you at
the train station in Saint Brieuc or Paris. There will be a $150 (132 Euros)
round trip transportation fee per person to and from Paris.
Upgraded accommodations – There are 4 private rooms that can
accommodate one or two people. There is an additional $50 (44 Euros)
charge per night for double occupancy and $75 (66Euros) a night for
single occupancy. Please contact us for specific room requests and
details. First come first served basis.
Personal shopping or excursions beyond those listed in the program
Optional personal sessions with Dr. Edie Resto, Daisy Swan, or
Katina Makris.
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Additional services by any of the practitioners beyond the scheduled
individual plan.
WHAT IS THE PAYMENT PROCESS?
The cost of the retreat is $6,688.00 (6,000 Euros) per person.
A 50% nonrefundable deposit is required to hold your spot. Due to the
personalized nature of the program there are only 12 available guest spaces
available. Places will be held on a first come - first served basis.
The full balance of the payment is due by June 20th.
You can pay with a bank check, credit card, wire transfers or a combination of
these. For a wire transfer we need a bank confirmation of the outgoing
transaction. There is a $200 discount for bank check or wire payments.
Please feel free to contact Judy Gabriel for any questions or payment
instructions. [email protected]
HOW DO I REGISTER?
Once we have contacted you, we will ask for the following:
ü Send your 50% nonrefundable deposit by May 25th for $100 discount
ü Complete the GENERAL INTAKE FORM
ü Send copies of your recent medical records and lab results to Dr. Edie
ü We will arrange for a phone or Skype interview with Dr. Edie
ü Send copy of passport
ü Send emergency Contact Information (names and phone numbers)
Please note, there are only 12 spots open as this is a customized and very
personalized program. Your Skype interview with Dr. Edie and full payment must
be completed to guarantee your space.
WHO DO I CONTACT TO LEARN MORE REGISTER?
Judy Gabriel – Amara Ojai US (805) 798-4111
Email: [email protected] or Skype: Judy Gabriel
Once you are registered you will be given access to a private Facebook group.
Please feel free to write or call with any questions.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
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June 1
May 1 –June 25
June 20
July 19
ü July 20
Non-refundable 50% deposit due to receive $100
discount
All intake interviews must be scheduled with Dr. Edie
Skype interview with Dr. Edie
Full payment due
Last day to arrive in Paris, France if you require
transportation to Brittany
Arrive in Plevenon, Brittany
We look forward to meeting you!
Lyme Disease does not need to be a life long battle.
We are here to help you restore balance and health.
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