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Dia De Muertos 2026!
Therapist Summer Camp: From Therapy to Curanderismo
Oct. 27th, 28th, 29th, & 30th, 2026
Isla Mujeres, Mexico
Join us for an epic cultural experience where therapists can earn NBCC approved CE hours on a white sandy beach in the Mexican Carribbean while practicing self care and fun. Spouses/Significant others are welcome to stay and play, there will be plenty of activities & fun for all!
This year's theme is learning the ancient Mayan, Mexican traditional holistic folk healing, Curanderismo, and its intersection with our work as mental health healers. This year’s Therapist Summer Camp invites you to reconnect with your calling—not just as a therapist, but as a healer. Set on the serene shores of Isla Mujeres, just days before Mexico’s vibrant tradition Día de Muertos, this immersive retreat offers a rare opportunity to explore the spiritual roots of healing through the lens of Curanderismo, a rich and ancient Mesoamerican tradition of medicine, energy, and soul care.
Step 1: Register for Therapist Summer Camp
Step 2: Book your Room anywhere on the Island
Step 3: Book/Reserve a Golf Cart to get around the Island
Luxuriate & Earn CE's! What's Included
Therapist Summer Camp is held at Villa MarySol, a beautiful open-air retreat venue located in the heart of the breathtaking Mexican Caribbean island of Isla Mujeres, just a 15-minute ferry ride from Cancún.
Lodging is booked separately from your Summer Camp registration, giving you the flexibility to choose the accommodations that best fit your travel style, budget, and vacation experience. Isla Mujeres offers a wide variety of hotels, resorts, boutique properties, Airbnbs, vacation rentals, and budget-friendly options throughout the island.
A limited number of guest rooms are available at Villa MarySol for participants who wish to stay on-site and fully immerse themselves in the retreat experience. To inquire about availability, please contact the Villa MarySol Property Coordinator after registering. Once on-site rooms are fully reserved, you're welcome to book accommodations at any hotel or vacation rental on the island. Villa MarySol is centrally located in the middle of the island and can be reached from virtually anywhere on Isla Mujeres in approximately 10–12 minutes by golf cart.
Here's what's included with your Summer Camp Registration:
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Opening Evening Traditional Mayan Welcome Ceremony on the Beach
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Welcome to Summer Camp Taco Pool Party & Social (Tuesday Evening)
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Ancient Mayan Cultural & Ceremonial Experiences
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Optional Traditional Temazcal (Mayan Sweat Lodge) Ceremony* on the Beach
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Poolside & Beachfront Open-Air Continuing Education Workshops
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Private Beach Access Throughout Summer Camp
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Access to the Villa MarySol Pool During Workshop Breaks (and yes—even during workshops if you'd like to cool off while learning!)
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Breakfast & Lunch on Wednesday and Thursday
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Light Breakfast on Friday
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Water, Juice, Soda, and Select Alcoholic Beverages During Summer Camp
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Continuing Education Workshops & CE Credits
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Experiential Learning Focused on Ancient Healing Traditions, Ethical Cultural Integration, and Personal & Professional Growth
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*The Temazcal Ceremony is optional and requires advance registration due to limited space. Participation may not be appropriate for everyone, particularly individuals with certain medical conditions or health restrictions. Additional information and health guidelines will be provided prior to the event.
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Bring your spouse/Partner/Plus One No Charge for them (for Summer Camp Spouse Activities)
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Wifi
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Swag Bags
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25+ NBCC CE's for attending, CE's include: Ethics, Cultural Competency, General CE's
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Authentic local Cultural Presenters
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Dia De Muertos Festivals are free for everyone to attend
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Ocean Float Meditation Experience
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Meaningful Networking and Connection with Therapists from Around the Country
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Relaxation, Renewal, and an Unforgettable Island Retreat Experience
What is Curandismo?
An Introduction to Curanderismo for Therapists
This is a holistic, traditional Latin American healing system blending Indigenous, Spanish, Catholic, and African beliefs, using herbs, massage, prayer, and spiritual rituals to treat physical, emotional, and spiritual ailments by restoring harmony between self, community, and nature, often addressing culturally specific issues. Practitioners, called curanderos (male) or curanderas (female), focus on whole-person wellness, integrating remedies like plants and energy work with faith to heal imbalances, sometimes supplementing modern medicine.
Guided by a respected Mayan Shaman healer and supported by ceremonial experiences rooted in Indigenous wisdom, you’ll be introduced to healing practices that go beyond the Western model. Through this unique experience, you'll discover perspectives that honor the deeper aspects of healing—not just the psyche—of the clients we serve, and perhaps even parts of yourself you didn’t know needed tending.
"Curandera/o" (Spanish for female/Male healer) reflects both the spiritual and healing aspects of the practice. It carries the confidentiality and sacred trust associated with a cura (priest or minister), while also referring to one who cures.
Seasoned curanderas/os with decades of experience, traditional Mayan Shamans integrates traditional Indigenous healing with contemporary wellness approaches. They generally advocate for a thoughtful, complementary relationship between Indigenous medicine and conventional (allopathic) healthcare. Rather than an either/or model, they educates healthcare providers on Mexican Indigenous healing practices to foster culturally responsive care. Our guest presenter, Local Shaman Fini, supports the inclusion of cultural practitioners—curanderas/os and Native healers—as part of a multidisciplinary treatment approach that addresses the whole person: body, mind, emotions, relationships, and spirit.
Each practitioner’s path is unique, often shaped by family, elders, or specific tribal teachings.
In Mexican-American communities, curanderas/os are often respected elders known by word of mouth for their healing gifts, which may include herbal knowledge, spiritual insight, and intuitive abilities. Typically, they are long-time residents of their neighborhood and are known by word of mouth for their particular healing specialty.
This isn’t about becoming a Curandero or appropriating Indigenous methods. It’s about allowing yourself to receive—to remember what healing can be when it is soulful, embodied, and connected to something greater.
You’ll also have plenty of time for rest, ocean swims, fresh food, and connection with other therapists. Think of this as a vacation for your spirit—a chance to reignite your passion for the work by stepping outside the box and into a deeper kind of knowing.
Whether you integrate aspects of Curanderismo into your practice, or simply let the experience recalibrate your nervous system and renew your sense of purpose, you'll leave this gathering fuller, softer, and more whole.
Come early. Stay late. We invite you to remain on the island to witness and honor Día de Muertos, one of Mexico’s most powerful and sacred celebrations of life, memory, and spirit. There is no better time to reflect on healing, connection, and what it means to be fully alive.
Venue: MarySol Villas
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Therapist Summer Camp will take place on the Tropical Island Paradise of Isla Mujeres Mexico, just a quick ferry ride off the coast of Cancun. Summer Camp will run from the evening of October 27th, October 28th, October 29th & 30th. There will be some workshops during the day and cultural activities in the evening. Also, after Summer Camp, starting on October 31st-November 2nd, there will be the Dia De Muertos festivals each evening for those who decide to stay for the festival. Each day of Dia De Muertos has individual and distinct meanings and different cultural festivities to match.
The Venue MarySol Villa is in the middle island area of Isla Mujeres, Mexico, with an oceanfront view of the Bay of Mujeres with Cancun across the water, near attractions like Tortugranja and a short distance from the main town and ferry terminal located on the Southern Peninsula of Isla Mujeres, on the quiet side of the island that allows you to escape the noise of touristy areas. You will need to take a taxi, and or rent a golf cart to get from your hotel/accommodations to the venue. I strongly recommend renting a golf cart for the duration of your stay so that you can freely enjoy exploring the Island.
Isla Mujeres, means the "Island of Women", is a very small island off the Yucatan Peninsula and the Caribbean coast of Cancùn, Mexico. Isla Mujeres is only about 4.5 miles long by 1/4 mile wide.
Some Room Availability at the Villa MarySol
Therapist Summer Camp is held at Villa MarySol, a beautiful open-air retreat venue located in the heart of the breathtaking Mexican Caribbean island of Isla Mujeres, just a 15-minute ferry ride from Cancún.
Lodging is booked separately from your Summer Camp registration, giving you the flexibility to choose the accommodations that best fit your travel style, budget, and vacation experience. Isla Mujeres offers a wide variety of hotels, resorts, boutique properties, vacation rentals, and budget-friendly options throughout the island.
A limited number of guest rooms are available at Villa MarySol for participants who wish to stay on-site and fully immerse themselves in the retreat experience. To inquire about availability, please contact the Villa MarySol Property Coordinator after registering. Once on-site rooms are fully reserved, you're welcome to book accommodations at any hotel or vacation rental on the island. Villa MarySol is centrally located and can be reached from virtually anywhere on Isla Mujeres in approximately 10–12 minutes by golf cart.
Stay On-Site at Villa MarySol
MarySol Villa Retreat Center will serve as the headquarters for Therapist Summer Camp, where workshops, gatherings, meet ups, social events, and most of the retreat activities will take place. Tucked away in a peaceful, private setting in the heart of Isla Mujeres, the property offers a quiet retreat atmosphere while remaining just minutes from everything the island has to offer.
Villa MarySol features 12 guest rooms, including:
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6 King Bed Rooms
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6 Double Bed Rooms
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Kitchenettes in every room for storing food, snacks, and beverages
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Beautiful main swimming pool
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Private beach access
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A peaceful, intimate setting designed for relaxation and connection
Because Summer Camp activities take place on-site, the benefit of staying at Villa MarySol is that it allows you to simply walk from your room to workshops, and make and store your own meals if you want.
MarySol Villas Room Rates
Rooms are 2,800 Mexican Pesos per night (approximately $160 USD, depending on the current exchange rate), including all taxes, regardless of the number of occupants in the room.
Room availability is limited and reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
How to Reserve a Room
To inquire about room availability or reserve your room at Villa MarySol, please contact our Property Coordinator directly:
Yadira Garcia
WhatsApp (Text): +52 998 136 8492
Email: ygarcia8492@gmail.com
Yadira will be happy to assist you with room availability, reservations, and any questions about staying at Villa MarySol.
Golf Cart Rentals available through Marysol Villas
Golf carts are the easiest and most popular way to explore Isla Mujeres.
For your convenience, Yadira also has golf carts available to rent directly through Villa MarySol for 1,800 Mexican Pesos per 24 hours (approximately $103 USD, depending on the current exchange rate).
You are also welcome to rent a golf cart from any reputable rental company on the island. One of our personal favorites is Ciro's Golf Cart Rentals, which we've found to consistently provide excellent service and well-maintained golf carts.
Whether you choose to stay on-site or elsewhere on Isla Mujeres, Villa MarySol is centrally located and can be reached from virtually anywhere on the island in approximately 10–12 minutes by golf cart.
Cancellation Policy
For Hotel Rooms: Wherever you booked your accommodations, please note their policy to qualify for a refund.
For Summer Camp: If you need to cancel your registration for Therapist Summer Camp, please email the event host at HelloDrBelle@gmail.com
We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise. Cancellations received on or before July 1, 2026 will receive a refund minus a 50% cancellation fee to cover fixed event costs. Unfortunately, no refunds can be issued for cancellations made after that date.
*Registration cost does not include travel and lodging.
*It is the responsibility of the therapist to check with their licensure board for CE eligibility.
Therapist Summer Camp FAQ
What is Therapist Summer Camp? A Retreat Style Conference for Mental Health Professionals looking to earn CE's while enjoying self care, cultural experiences and fun in a vacation setting. How Much does the Event Cost to Register? Therapist Summer Camp is $725 including (Ce's). This covers the cost of the event space, presenters/speakers, CE's and all overhead associated with running a CE conference Is My Travel Cost Included? No. Just like most CE conferences and training events for therapists, flights and room stays must be booked separately. Information on which airport, hotel rates, ferry's and shuttles, and additional travel details are discussed on the event page. It Says My Spouse/Partner/Plus One can attend, do I have to pay the registration fee for them? And will they be attending the workshops with me? The answer is No. The workshops are only for the mental health professionals themselves. However, there will be a tour of the island one of the workshop days for the spouses/plus one's, in addition to all social events and activities, and there's tons of stuff to do and enjoy on the island. All of the social activities your spouse/partner is welcome and encouraged to attend and enjoy. Many of the spouses end up hanging out together enjoying the island or the beach during our workshop time as well. The Dia De Muertos cultural festivals are free. Any food, drink, or excursions you enjoy off property are at your own cost. There is so much to do and enjoy they will not get bored. Do I have to Stay at the Venue hotel? No, you can book your stay anywhere on the island that fits your budget and preference. The Venue is easily accessible from anywhere on the island conveniently by golf cart or taxi. Can I pay for the CE's separately or a la carte? No. The entire event is an experience that is designed for the workshops to be built upon one another for an overall experience. Also, the presenters have worked very hard to bring quality and enjoyable information. Our cost to provide CE's is a set overhead fee and is the same regardless if someone needs CE's or not. What types of CE's can we earn at Therapist Summer Camp? Over 20 CE's will be available, including- In addition to general CE's, you can earn up to 6 Ethics CE's, 20+CE's Cultural Competency & Diversity
Photo Gallery from past Therapist Summer Camp Events on Isla Mujeres
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**Travel Insurance**
Emergencies happy that sometimes affect our ability to attend. It's highly recommended to get "cancel for any reason Travel Insurance" in case you are unable to attend summer camp after you've registered and made your travel arrangements.
Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel your registration for Therapist Summer Camp, please email the event host at HelloDrBelle@gmail.com
We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise.
Cancellations received on or before July 1, 2026 will receive a refund minus a 50% cancellation fee to cover fixed event costs. Unfortunately, no refunds can be issued for cancellations made after that date.
We strongly recommend purchasing “cancel for any reason” travel insurance, which is available at a low cost and can help cover any non-refundable expenses related to travel or registration.
How to Get To Isla Mujeres
Isla Mujeres is SUPER EASY to get to!
It's an easy flight into the Cancun Airport, a shuttle will pick up you up and take you right to the Ferry, and the Ferry is about a 15-20 minute ride from Cancun. Book your Round Trip Shuttle/Ferry Combo Ticket from the Cancun Airport to Puerto Juarez at Happy Shuttle Cancun, they are the most affordable and very reputable (we use them all the time): https://happyshuttlecancun.com/
Credit Cards and
US Dollars Accepted
Recommended to get Pesos (Your money will go further)
Best Exchange Rate is on the island through the bank ATM's.
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Cancun is an International Airport that has direct and indirect flights in and out daily. Many of the affordable airlines such as Southwest and JetBlue also fly directly the Cancun now from many airports around the USA.
There are NO vaccination requirements to get in or out of Mexico. Pre-book your roundtrip shuttle/Ferry service.
It is important to notate, when you arrive to the airport, to get to your shuttle, you will go out of the airport exit and down a long walkway that has an overhang that will take you to a big outdoor meeting area (where there's some fun airport tourist bars) where the main shuttle pickups are. Do not let other shuttle services stop you along the way and try to poach your business from the shuttle you already paid for. The instructions will be on your receipt from the airport shuttle service.
Airport Shuttle & Ferry
To/From: Puerto Juarez
Taxi from Ferry to the Mia
Book your shuttle to take you to the Ultramar Ferry Port called Puerto Juarez. From the airport, the airport shuttle will take you directly to the Ultramar Ferry Port Puerto Juarez, and the shuttle service will hand you your Ferry Ticket.
Book your Round Trip Shuttle/Ferry Combo Ticket at Happy Shuttle Cancun, they are the most affordable and very reputable (we use them all the time).
This is the most efficient way to travel so you can skip the line buying your Ferry tickets and all of your transportation to and from the airport/island are taken care of in one smooth place. Once you arrive on the island, either walk across the street to the golf cart rental and get your golf cart, or take a taxi to the hotel, it's a very short ride that costs about $13.
Or, if you packed light and enjoy the exercise, the Mia is only about a 1/2-1 mile walk through the shops and streets.
The round trip Shuttle to and from the airport on both ends of your trip, plus your round trip Ferry tickets costs a total of $88 with Happy Shuttle Cancun. Book here:
https://happyshuttlecancun.com/
Getting Around the Island
People get around the island on Golf Carts. They are affordable to rent and you can rent them by the day or for multiple days at a time during the entirety of your stay. We recommend renting them for the entire time you're on the island so you can explore all around the island before and after the rental places close, which is usually 5pm. There is a golf cart rental place directly across the walkway from the Ferry.
You will need to renting a golf cart for some of the excursions around the island during Summer Camp. You can also rent an oversized golf cart and split the cost with other camp members. Once you get to your hotel, you'll want to be able to explore the island and it is easiest on the golf cart. There are also several vendors on the island on North Beach that you can rent your golf cart from. Ciros is our favorite rental place, and the most affordable we've found for multi day rentals.
Recommended Attire
Here are some recommended attire and products you will want to consider having for your trip! Wear Beach clothes, T-shirts, and bathing suit & beach attire! November is the end of Hurricane season and can be a bit cooler. If you get cold easily, consider bringing a light sweater for windy days if you're driving around in your golf cart.
This island is relatively active with lots of walking and some optional light coral and rock climbing in North Beach near the Mia if you choose to go exploring. Activity level can range from relaxing in the ocean to moderate or very active if you choose to participate in additional excursions.
Waterproof Cell Phone Pouch
(Take photos with your phone in the Ocean! I took mine snorkling & Took underwater photos!! Click the Photo for the Amazon link!
Casual Beach Attire
Please wear your bathing suits under your clothes for experiential water activities!
This is Summer Camp after all! Please wear relaxing vacation beach clothes to Summer Camp during the day and include your bathing suit underneath so you can enjoy a dip in the pool or the beach!! Wear flip flops and board shorts. We're on the beach, we're letting our hair down and being vulnerable & have fun together!
Mens Womens Athletic Hiking Sandal Closed Toe Outdoor Walking Water Shoes
Definitely get yourself a pair of these! They come in all kinds of colors and in ladies and mens sizes. These Sandals that are perfect for climbing, ziplining, walking on beach rocks and can get wet. Perfect combo for swimming and climbing and walking! Like aqua socks you can actually walk in & hike in! My husband and I both own a pair of these and we love them! Click the Title for the Amazon link.
Sunscreen & Bug Repellent.
Mineral Sunscreen and any kind of
Mosquito Repellent
There are mosquitos on some parts of the Island. Also recommended to buy mineral sun screen as some of the beaches require organic mineral sunscreen to protect the coral reefs and wildlife.
Travel Umbrella
Travel Umbrella for Rainy Mornings
November in the Carribean is the end of hurricane season and can experience passing storms for brief periods throughout the day. It's smart to pack a light travel umbrella just in case it starts raining while you're out exploring the island. While the day time is still warm and humid, November is also a little cooler on the island when the rain comes in, so I recommend bringing a light sweater just in case for those that get cold easily. You may not need it, but it's always wise to have one just in case.
2026 Summer Camp Presenters
Meet your workshop presenters
Where Therapists Come to Play!
I'm inviting you to an epic experience--2026 Therapist Summer Camp- And Earn up to 20+ NBCC approved CE Hours!
Dr. Belle, host of the We Heart Therapy YouTube Channel, is hosting an event in the jewel blue waters of the Mexican Caribbean on the beautiful Island of Isla Mujeres, Mexico- just a 15 minute ferry ride off the beautiful coast of Cancùn. Playa Nortè on Isla Mujeres has been voted the #1 most beautiful beach in the Caribbean!
Therapist Summer Camp is an epic escape for stressed out, burned out, compassion fatigued therapists to restore your inner healer's soul again. Leave the serious life of a chronic care taker and healer behind and arrive at a place where an all inclusive beach paradise pampers you, and taco cart crawls are definitely on the agenda. You will be spoiled as you indulge in connection, cultural education, and fun adventures!
If you are a mental health professional seeking to find a way back to yourself again, remember that you do actually like people, make some amazing new friendships, and have a tax deductible vacation while earning some ceu's along the way, this Retreat is for you!
2026 Therapist Summer Camp is an experiential & fun CE program with workshops to earn CE Hours on ethics, cultural diversity, practical self care and practical mindfulness among other topics.
If you missed Summer Camp as a kid, or Summer Camp was the some of the best fun you ever had, you'll enjoy this one of a kind therapist escape!
Come join us in paradise while we learn, play, rejuvenate and re-connect.
Anabelle, aka "Dr. Belle", PhD, LMFT
Founder/Owner of We Heart Therapy
President/Director/Founder Southern NV EFT
Author. Speaker. Leader. Entrepreneur.
We Heart Therapy has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7295. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. We Heart Therapy solely is responsible for this program.
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Summer Camp Agenda
Some of the Agenda will Remain a Surprise until closer to the event to add to the fun. A General Outline will be listed below. Please Follow our Therapist Summer Camp Facebook Page for Communication and Meet Up Information that will be posted during the event.
Summer Camp Check-In
Tuesday October 27th, 2026 4:00pm
Welcome to Summer Camp
4:00pm-8:00pm: Summer Camp Check-In Meet and Greet Event & Opening Ceremony (Taco Social & Pool Party included after the ceremony-Bring your Spouse/plus one!)
Location: Poolside @ MarySol Villas Retreat Center
**4 Ce's available
-Check in
-Special Summer Camp Celebration & Opening Ceremony
-Spouses-Partner's-Plus One's and Families welcome to join!
