​My Retreats are part vacation, part life-changing learning.
Always infused with the Essences of Community, Adventure, Joy, and Growth. Some will feed the artist in you (whether you know it's there or not) and some will lead you deeply closer to YOU. All will inspire you.

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I came with no expectations and was transformed in a week.

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Upcoming Retreats and Classes (summer 2025 schedule TBA)

ESENCIA RETREAT
November 8-11
March 12-15



 I have had the immense joy of creating Essential Happiness Retreats in my favorite places on this planet, and thus sharing them as well as life-changing tools with hundreds of guests.

From a small village in the south of France to a medieval town overlooking the Mediterranean sea in Italy, from a tiny fishing village in Mexico to a beloved and little-known island in the Caribbean, and also another island in Washington,  my cup is full and rich.

While I am currently not offering the full Essential Happiness Retreats, I believe that you will find my shorter programs to be powerful and transformative.

I am so smitten with my new home country, Mexico, that this is the place where I am currently hosting Retreats and classes ... although I know there is one in Paris brewing in the back of my mind and heart.

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Laura always delivers. I didn't quite know what I was signing up for, except that it would be magical, welcoming, and would help me come back to myself.

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This week's experience was low intensity with high gain. Though we came from a variety of backgrounds and experiences we grew to be sisters through our shared interactions. This was an exceptionally valued week!

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This was nothing short of life-changing. There are moments when you can say “this was me before, and this is me after,” and this Retreat is one of these times.

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The very best access to my broken spirit through Laura's gentle, kind, loving heart and soul. And to top it off she brings out the fun in it! Thank you for helping me find myself once again.

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ANYONE reading this. IT IS A LIFE CHANGER. Go. If you can, go.
Laura Lavigne sees life in a way that will pull you
out of old patterns and WAKE YOU UP. Go

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I was apprehensive about a lot of things coming into this work, but found every last bit of it was wasted energy. I have experienced nothing but safety, growth, nurturing, and love this week. I was pushed to learn things about myself and stretch my brain and heart - but always gently and with loving support. Love, love, love this experience!

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Ten years worth of therapy in seven days. Ease-fully and lovingly.

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If you are unsure about attending, do it. You too will be amazed and grateful.

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This will be my 4th retreat ... they ARE that good!

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Your retreat has been such a huge catalyst for
the beautiful journey I am now on!
I have been so in the flow and I can remember
wanting that so badly before.  

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Laura’s Happiness Retreat is a game changer!
For me, learning from her magical tools make me want to get a much larger toolbox!I

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The Island Bliss Retreat fed my heart and soul and the whole Essence of my being. I hereby declare it to be a life altering / life affirming dance between myself, all parts of it, and all the other participants, as well as the winks from the universe. If you are considering it and desire a feeling of transformation and empowerment, just say yes!

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The Happiness Retreat is infused with both practical tools and magic.
The combination is exceptionally unique and offers a life changing experience.

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I came to the Retreat in a state of mind in which I pretty much felt as is my life was over an that I could not possibly find my way out of the darkness. I am heading home tomorrow feeling as if I have found myself and I am so hopeful that I can have an incredible rest of my life.

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My life has been forever altered and the gratitude I feel for Laura Lavigne’s methods I can never put into words.

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