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Mindful Self-Compassion for Healthcare

October 25 - 30, 2026

Tamarindo, Costa Rica

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5 nights, 6 days

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45 person retreat

Highlights

  • Mindful Self-Compassion 5 day intensive

  • Healthcare Professionals

  • International Group of Participants

  • CME credits available (up to 20)

  • Costa Rica Beachfront location

  • Practical Skills for daily life and clinical practice

Details

Learn practical, evidence-based Mindful Self-Compassion skills that apply to clinical practice and everyday life, with healthcare colleagues from all over the world on Costa Rica’s beautiful Pacific Coast. What do you get when you join? A scientifically grounded, informative, and practical five-day course - CME: 20 Live AAFP Prescribed credits* A clear, personal values-based practice plan to support sustainable wellbeing and professional performance. Practical skills you can use in real time, between tasks, after challenging encounters, and during high-pressure periods. International cohort: a powerful experience of common humanity and peer connection across countries A setting that supports deep restoration: oceanfront location with a quiet beach, healthy food, and a serene atmosphere at Reunion Wellness Resort. Optional 30 minute follow-up coaching session with Sarah-Anne after the retreat.

Location

Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Tamarindo, located in the Guanacaste Province of Costa Rica, is a vibrant coastal town known for its golden sandy beaches, consistent surf, and laid-back yet lively atmosphere. Set along the Pacific Ocean, it offers stunning sunsets, warm tropical weather, and easy access to nearby national parks and wildlife-rich estuaries. Tamarindo blends natural beauty with modern comforts, featuring a range of restaurants, boutique shops, and wellness offerings, making it a popular destination for surfers, yogis, and travelers seeking both adventure and relaxation in a picturesque seaside setting.

Venue

Reunion Wellness Resort & Retreats

4.7 357 Reviews

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Reunion is an oceanfront sanctuary set along the shores of Costa Rica’s celebrated Blue Zone coastline—one of the world’s longest-living and most life-giving regions. Here, the natural world leads the way, and the rhythm of the waves sets the pace for your return to balance. Tucked along Costa Rica’s serene coastline on Sugar Beach, Reunion offers all the amenities of an all-inclusive boutique resort, without the crowds. Our secluded oceanfront alcove—less than an hour from Liberia (LIR) International Airport—creates a rare sense of privacy and ease, with optional shuttle service for seamless arrival and departure. Every element of your stay is designed to restore harmony: nourishing cuisine, thoughtfully curated wellness programs, and experiences that invite deep rest and renewal.

A/C in Rooms

A/C in Rooms

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

Fitness Center

Fitness Center

Pool

Pool

Spa

Spa

Towels

Towels

Housekeeping

Housekeeping

Restaurant

Restaurant

Free Parking

Free Parking

Hairdryer

Hairdryer

Accommodation

Single room

5 Rooms Left

Private room for 1

$4,730 USD total

Shared Room

2-person shared room

$4,085 USD / person

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Single or shared rooms with private baths, air conditioning, many with ocean views. All within a short walk of the meditation and yoga venues and a private, swimmable beach. Reunion Wellness has a gym, hot and cold plunge, swimming pool and infrared saunas.

Meals

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Meals provided

Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

Diets catered

Vegan · Vegetarian · Gluten-free · Dairy-free

All meals included starting with dinner 10/25 and ending with breakfast 10/30 At Reunion, it’s not just about eating well—it’s about feeling well. Our cuisine is designed to be both restorative and indulgent, using clean, seasonal ingredients that nourish from the inside out. Every dish is crafted with care to balance wellness and pleasure, offering food that’s deeply satisfying, vibrant, and alive with flavor. Our farm-to-table menus celebrate fresh, locally sourced ingredients—prepared with intention, and with the quiet joy of knowing you’re cared for in every bite.

Schedule

What we'll cover The daily life of a healthcare professional: what’s the reality? What makes it challenging? How do we sometimes make things harder for ourselves? And how can we handle that more wisely? How can we keep working with energy and engagement? The link between self-compassion and well-being from a neuroscientific perspective: how self-compassion leads to better self-care, less anxiety, depression, and burnout, and ultimately a happier life. The five elements of good self-care: the body, the mind (how we deal with self-critical thoughts), emotions (how we handle difficult feelings), relationships (how we balance giving and receiving), and meaning (why we do what we do and how we can live that fully). Universal and individual needs: what do we, as human beings—and you as a busy healthcare professional—need to survive, function well, and feel happy? How can we meet those needs in daily life? Compassion fatigue: how can you, as a busy clinican, protect yourself from being drained by others’ pain and suffering? How do you find the right balance between caring for others and caring for yourself?

Testimonials

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“𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐌𝐄 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐈’𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝.”

Physician, Netherlands

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Hosts

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Sarah-Anne Schumann

Tulsa, OK, USA

Sarah-Anne is a mindfulness teacher, advanced teacher of therapeutic yoga, health coach, and board certified family and lifestyle medicine physician. She completed Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield's Min...

1 language

English

Teaching for 3 months

Joined Insight Timer in Jan 2026

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Mila de Koning

Alphen aan den Rijn, Nederland

Mila de Koning is a social therapist and mindfulness and self-compassion teacher. She has a worked in (mental) health care and education. She strongly believes that the qualities of mindfulness and co...

2 languages

Nederlands and English

Teaching for 7 years

Joined Insight Timer in Jun 2018

What's Included

Program

5 nights accomodations

Meals

Use of beach

Pool

Hot and cold plunge

Fitness center

Infrared saunas

Optional morning yoga and meditation practice

Up to 20 CME credits

Not Included

Transportation from Guanacaste/Liberia airport

Spa services

FAQs

Guest requirements

  • Must be a healthcare professional

Cancellation policy

The remaining balance for the retreat is due 240 days prior to the start date. If this balance is paid earlier than these 240 days, you are eligible to cancel and receive a full refund of this remaining balance, provided you do so at least 240 days before the retreat begins.