Hold Me Tight
A Weekend to Reconnect
October 23–25, 2026 | Online | Live sessions & small groups
A restorative Hold Me Tight® experience for couples who want to slow down, reconnect, and strengthen their relationship.
Step away from the demands of everyday life and make space for each other.
Join us for a unique online retreat designed to help you deepen your connection and experience Hold Me Tight® from the inside.
Whether you are already familiar with Hold Me Tight or are experiencing it for the first time, this weekend offers intentional space to focus on your relationship, have meaningful conversations, and rediscover your connection.
As a fundraiser, every registration also supports the continued growth of Emotionally Focused Therapy in Africa.
Why This Retreat Matters
Our relationships are some of the most important parts of our lives, yet it can be difficult to create intentional space to care for them.
Between work, family, responsibilities, and the demands of everyday life, couples can easily lose opportunities to slow down and truly connect.
This retreat creates that space.
For one weekend, you and your partner will step away from everyday distractions and focus on your relationship—guided through the Hold Me Tight® experience alongside a supportive community of couples.
You will have opportunities to better understand the patterns that can create distance between you, explore the emotions and needs underneath those patterns, and practice new ways of turning toward one another.
At the same time, your participation helps strengthen EFT communities around the world. Every registration supports the expansion of training and community development in Africa, making this more than a retreat—it is an opportunity to invest in your relationship while supporting meaningful work in other communities.
The Hold Me Tight Project
The Hold Me Tight Project is a growing initiative dedicated to creating meaningful experiences that strengthen relationships while building connection and community.
Our vision is simple:
Couples strengthening couples. Relationships strengthening communities.
We are bringing couples together through online retreats that make it possible for people across regions and time zones to connect, learn, and experience the power of Hold Me Tight®.
We believe strong relationships have a ripple effect. When couples have the opportunity to strengthen their connection, that impact can extend into their families and communities.
This October retreat marks the beginning of that vision.
In the future, we hope to expand the project through additional online retreats, regional collaborations, and more opportunities for couples around the world to experience Hold Me Tight®.
Supporting EFT Communities in Africa
This retreat is also a fundraiser.
Every registration helps expand access to Emotionally Focused Therapy by supporting the development of EFT communities throughout Africa.
Conexa has partnered with local leaders to establish and strengthen EFT communities by supporting:
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Externships
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Core Skills training
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Community development
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Leadership development
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Therapist mentorship
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Ongoing supervision
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Access to high-quality EFT training
Your investment in your own relationship becomes an investment in therapists, couples, and families across Africa.
Stronger relationships. Stronger communities. Lasting change.
About the Retreat
This is an opportunity to set aside intentional time for your relationship and experience the Hold Me Tight® process with your partner.
Throughout the weekend, you'll participate in live presentations, guided couple conversations, and facilitated breakout groups in a warm, supportive online environment.
The focus is on you and your relationship, creating space to slow down, understand one another more deeply, reconnect, and strengthen your emotional bond.
Whether you've experienced Hold Me Tight® before or this is completely new to you, you are welcome.
No previous experience with EFT or Hold Me Tight® is required.
Who This Is For
This retreat is for couples who want to invest in their relationship.
You might be looking to:
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Reconnect after a busy or stressful season
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Strengthen an already healthy relationship
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Better understand patterns that sometimes create distance
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Deepen emotional safety and intimacy
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Have conversations you don't always make time for
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Spend intentional, meaningful time together
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Learn new ways to turn toward one another
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Invest in your relationship while supporting a meaningful cause
No previous experience with EFT or Hold Me Tight® is needed.
Couples are welcome to participate from anywhere in the world.
What You’ll Experience
Retreat Details
During the retreat, couples will have space to:
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Step away from everyday demands and focus on each other
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Experience Hold Me Tight® from the inside
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Explore the patterns that shape your relationship
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Have meaningful guided conversations
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Reconnect with each other
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Deepen emotional safety and intimacy
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Reflect, renew, and restore
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Build community with other couples
Dates: October 23–25, 2026
Format: Online
Schedule: Friday–Sunday
Time Zone: All live sessions will follow U.S. Eastern Time (ET)
Participation: Open worldwide — couples from all time zones are welcome
Includes: Live sessions, small group experiences, and guided couple conversations
Capacity: Limited to 22 couples
Registration
Early Bird Registration: $600 per couple
Available through September 23, 2026.
Standard Registration: $700 per couple
Student Rate: $250 per couple
Limited availability.
Deposit Option: $200 non-refundable deposit
Reserve your spot now and complete payment before the retreat.
Speakers
Dr. Mark Maxwell, PhD
Pendo Galukande, LLMFT
Sarah Cook, LCSW, LLC
Sherrie A. Stevens, LCSW
Alex Tsai, LMFT
Rebecca Clark, LMFT
About Conexa
Conexa is a California-based nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to Emotionally Focused Therapy by supporting training, community development, and mental health initiatives locally and internationally.
Through its work in Africa, Conexa supports the development of EFT communities and training pathways that help therapists access learning, mentorship, and professional community.
FAQ
Is this a training?
No. This is not a professional training. It is a retreat experience designed to help couples slow down, reconnect, and strengthen their relationship through the Hold Me Tight® process.
Who can attend?
The retreat is open to all couples. No previous experience with Emotionally Focused Therapy or Hold Me Tight® is required.
Is it online?
Yes. The retreat will take place online through live sessions, guided couple conversations, and small-group experiences.
Is space limited?
Yes. Space is limited to preserve an intimate, supportive, and high-quality retreat experience.
Can we join from any time zone?
Yes. Couples from all time zones are welcome to participate. All live sessions will follow U.S. Eastern Time (ET), so please plan according to your local time zone.