First Responders Retreat – The Cortina Method (TCM) 2025

Couples Retreat for Veterans and Active Military Couples

How Did the Retreat Go?

Massage helped to ease tension.

Reiki calmed my mind.

Reflexology helped with some issues I did not know I had before.

TCM, can not say enough about what this has done for me. Amazing.

Would like to learn more about Alternative therapies such as Yoga, Massage, Reflexology and Reiki.

TCM, so far, so good.

The most beneficial activity was building relationships, growing close to my spouse, and learning new tools to use in life.

Time off from life every day.

Learned another tool to help deal with anxiety issues.

Had a fun time. TCM is interesting and potentially useful and helpful.

The Reflexology was outstanding! The daily Yoga was a plus.

The most beneficial activity for me was Yoga.

The daily shared experience as a group served to build community of support and self-collective intent.

TCM, the result was amazing, and I am sure it will be life changing.

I learned new Alternative Therapy such as breathing and Yoga.

All was great, the TCM visits were amazing.

I learned new Alternative Therapy such as Yoga and reflexology.

This TCM program was helpful and enlightening. It allowed me to think beyond the norm and work through some issues in a non-standard format.

The most beneficial activity was the TCM visits, opened my eyes to new ways to deal and cope with problems.

I learned new Alternative Therapy methods such as breathing and TCM techniques.

Excellent experience learned a lot about me and healing and communication.

The most beneficial activity was holistic. Needed the time-out and to relax from Stressors of life. TCM addressed things that I did not think still impacted me in a way that was positive and practical.

The new Alternative Therapy I learned was TCM, ways of thinking and addressing things.

I would love to stay involved with Project New Hope Inc. for future events and retreats and would like to volunteer. Thank you for everything you do!

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First Responders are invited to take a transformative step toward healing and resilience with workshops and therapies designed to resolve trauma, calm the mind, and regain joy. You answer the call for Americans 24 hours a day. This retreat is designed to provide a safe, supportive, and healing environment.

Everyone who attends will benefit from The Cortina Method (TCM), led by Trauma Resolution Expert Michael Cortina and his team. TCM helps resolve the trauma that leads to PTS, guilt, anger, fear, physical pain, or limiting beliefs. It offers a neuroscience-based solution for healing without requiring participants to relive any traumatic experiences.

Enjoy equine therapy, holistic yoga, Reiki, and reflexology, and other holistic wellness practices. Learn more about Michael Cortina and The Cortina Method at his website https://michaelcortina.com/.

Space is Limited: Only ten spots are available. Participants are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the retreat location.

After you submit your application, a Project New Hope team member will contact you to complete a phone interview, which is required to confirm attendance. Per the instructions during the phone interview, you will need to submit a copy of your employer identification card or DD214.

Lodging, meals, and activities are all provided at no cost to participants. There is a $50 dollar registration fee that is refunded one week after the completion of the retreat. You must arrange your own transportation to and from Westfield, MA.

Please send questions to Sue at smwilder@projectnewhopema.org or call (508) 762-9738.

Priority Enrollment: First Responders who have not attended a Project New Hope retreat will receive priority consideration.

Join us in taking this step toward healing, resilience, and rediscovering joy in life.

  • November 6-10, 2025
  • Genesis Spiritual Life & Conference Center
    53 Mill Street
    Westfield, MA 01085