Hold Me Tight
For Therapists
Learning EFT from the Inside: A retreat for EFT therapist couples
October 23–25, 2026 | Online | Live sessions & small groups
A restorative Hold Me Tight experience created specifically for EFT therapists and their partners.
You hold space for others. Now let us hold space for you.
Join us for a unique online retreat designed to help therapists step out of the therapist role, reconnect with their partner, and experience Hold Me Tight from the inside.
As a fundraiser, every registration also supports the continued growth of Emotionally Focused Therapy in Africa.
Why This Retreat Matters
As EFT therapists, we spend our professional lives helping couples create emotional safety, repair ruptures, and strengthen connection.
Yet the very people who dedicate themselves to caring for others rarely have the opportunity to experience this work for themselves.
This retreat was created to change that.
For one weekend, you'll step out of the therapist chair and become participants in your own relationship—guided through the Hold Me Tight experience alongside a community of fellow EFT therapists.
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's an opportunity to invest in both your own relationship and the future of EFT.
The Hold Me Tight Project
The Hold Me Tight Project is a growing initiative dedicated to creating meaningful Hold Me Tight experiences for EFT therapists while strengthening the global EFT community.
Our vision is simple:
Therapists serving therapists.
We are beginning by connecting therapists across the United States through online retreats that make it possible for communities on the East Coast and West Coast to support, learn from, and serve one another.
Rather than working in isolation, we believe the EFT community becomes stronger when therapists share their gifts across regions, building relationships that extend beyond local communities.
This October retreat marks the beginning of that vision.
In the future, we hope to expand the project by offering additional online retreats, regional collaborations, new facilitator teams, and opportunities for therapists throughout the country to become involved.
Together, we are building a community where therapists care for one another while helping expand access to EFT across the world.
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 not a professional training.
It is an opportunity to experience the Hold Me Tight process personally.
Throughout the weekend, you'll participate in live presentations, guided couple conversations, and facilitated breakout groups in a warm, supportive online environment.
Whether you've facilitated Hold Me Tight dozens of times or are experiencing it for the first time, this retreat invites you to slow down, reconnect, and rediscover the work from the inside.
Who This Is For
This retreat is designed for:
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EFT therapists and their partners
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EFT therapist couples
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Therapists who want to experience Hold Me Tight personally
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Couples who want to invest in their relationship while supporting a meaningful cause
You do not need to attend with another therapist. The retreat is for EFT therapists and their romantic partners.
What You’ll Experience
Retreat Details
During the retreat, couples will have space to:
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Step out of the therapist role
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Experience Hold Me Tight from the inside
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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 EFT therapists and couples
Dates: October 23–25, 2026
Format: Online
Schedule: Friday–Sunday
Includes: Live sessions, small group experiences, and guided couple conversations
Capacity: Limited to 22 couples
Early Bird Deadline: August 31, 2026
Registration
Early Bird Registration: $600 per couple
Available through August 31, 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
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 for EFT therapists and their partners.
Do both partners need to be therapists?
No. The retreat is for EFT therapists and their romantic partners.
Is it online?
Yes. The retreat will take place online through live sessions and small groups.
Is space limited?
Yes. Space is limited to preserve an intimate and high-quality retreat experience.