Featured Program

Monthly Meditation Gathering

With Caverly Morgan

Open Dates
Whidbey Institute
Monthly Meditation Gatherings with Caverly Morgan will focus on direct experiences of who we truly are, integrating practice into our everyday lives, and embodying realization. Caverly combines meditation with a facilitated group discussion that is interactive and personal. Gatherings are designed both for newcomers and those who would like to deepen their practice.

Healing Retreat For Survivors of Child Sexual Trauma

With Marisa (Sasa) Withey Byrne, Katie Spataro, CSB, Kari Stettler, SEP and Jay Wade

June 12 - 15, 2025
The Whidbey Institute
The annual Healing Retreat for survivors of child sexual trauma offers a ceremonial container for bringing survivors together to free ourselves from the effects of trauma on our bodies, hearts, minds and spirits. Participants are invited to honor, grieve and celebrate the trials and triumphs in the journey of healing from childhood sexual abuse. Created for survivors by survivors, we use a holistic approach to unravel the pervasiveness of isolation, silence and shame. The retreat includes talking circles, somatic practice, movement, visualization, song, grief rituals, and quiet integration time in nature.
Touch Drawing

2025 Touch Drawing Gathering

With Deborah Koff-Chapin

July 14 - 20, 2025

A six-day intensive that provides a deep immersion in the process of Touch Drawing. Facilitated by its originator Deborah Koff-Chapin, this event is oriented to people who feel called to share the process.

Being Resourced for These Times

With Caverly Morgan, Loveli Walker and Brian Ton

July 28 - August 2, 2025

“In the darkest times, one light can make a magnificent difference. When we come together in beloved community—rooted in truth, remembering our essence—we create a collective light far brighter than any one of us could shine alone.” —Caverly  Join us for a nourishing and illuminating meditation retreat that will provide you with practical and grounded […]

The Wonderland Gala

August 23 - 24, 2025
Thomas Berry Hall
Reserve your Gala tickets now and get $25.00 off each ticket. Early bird ticket pricing is available through Friday, August 1. Contact us if ticket cost is a barrier. We have a limited supply of free tickets, two per household.

“Curiouser and curiouser” Join us Saturday, August 23rd, from 6 - 10 pm for the Whidbey Institute's 2025 Fundraising Gala. You’re invited to enjoy a memorable evening celebrating the Whidbey Institute's 53rd year.  Space is limited, so R.S.V.P. today! Early bird ticket pricing available through Friday, August 1. Please respond by Saturday, August 16, thank […]

Legacy of Liberation Collective Retreat

September 4 - 7, 2025
The Whidbey Institute

As distinguished BBIPOC (Black, Brown, Indigenous, and other People of Color of the Global Majority) members of the psychodrama community, you’re warmly invited to join the Legacy of Liberation Collective. Arrival for participants is Thursday, Sept 4 at 4pm (for settling in to lodging before dinner at 5pm), until departure on Sunday, Sept 7 at 11am. […]

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December 28 - 30, 2025
The Whidbey Institute