“This work invites you to transform.  It’s not just therapeutic, returning to who you were. Like the snake rubbing against the rock, shedding old skin— birthing forward into a new, fuller, true self buried under layers of emotional baggage, negative messages & self-talk and social conditioning. It’s about becoming, one small step at a time. That’s what it did for me. And what’s possible for you.”

Florence Gaia

You’re not broken. You just need
to give yourself some TLC 💞

A Safe Space To Breathe, Release & Transform

Running on empty—nothing left for yourself?

Longing for relief from relentless self-criticism?

Weighed down by stress, worry, and old wounds?

“If I can just catch a break…a little ease…”
Maybe it’s just one or two breaths away.

Three Ways I Can Help
You Feel & Live Better

Whether you’re anxious, so tired or just know something needs to change,
these ancient healing practices help your body release what’s keeping you stuck,
find support & solutions within and anchor you to a loving kindness toward
yourself. You begin to feel calm, clear, and capable of taking care of yourself even in the midst of life’s difficulties.

Your Own Inner Wisdom Speaks with Animal Spirit Guides

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Use Your Breath to Release Heavy Energy and Discover Your Core Inner Peace

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Retreats & Workshops For Soul-Level Renewal

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Meet

Florence Gaia, RN, M.Ed. — Transformational Nurse Coach

For over 30 years, Florence has guided people through ancient healing practices that help you unhook from what’s keeping you stuck and reconnect with the quiet strength and goodness within yourself—so you can feel calm, grounded, and more confident in handling life’s challenges.

  • 30+ Years of Transformational Coaching & Teaching
  • Certified Transformational Breath™ & Deep Imagery Facilitator
  • 17 Years as a Psychiatric Registered Nurse
  • In-Person & Zoom Sessions Available
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Retreats & Workshops For
Soul-Level Renewal

Step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with yourself through immersive healing retreats, breathwork circles, and transformational workshops designed for deep emotional restoration and spiritual growth.

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When the Time of the White Buffalo approaches, the third generation of the White Eyes’ children will  seek new ways of understanding themselves and others. They will seek the Elders of the Red Race and drink of their wisdom. These white-eyed children will be a sign that the Ancestors are returning in white bodies, but they are Red on the inside. They will walk the Earth Mother in balance again…”

Navaho/Hopi Prophecy of the Whirling Rainbow

Words From Those Who’ve
Experienced The Work

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Kate
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I have been to some spiritual learning workshops in the past, but nothing like this. This breath work workshop was transformative. It was something I really needed. Flo creates a very safe environment to open up to blocked feelings and energy. I am breathing better and have an understanding now of what was blocking my breath. This is healing that goes way beyond traditional medicine and talk therapy. It's holistic. It's effective! I will be taking part in more of the good medicine that Wilde Spirit Retreat has to offer. Thank you, Flo Gaia!
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Lennette
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One very powerful transformational breathing session with Flo opened up energy in my body. I haven't ever been able to get to a place where I actually felt energy moving through me in any of the other methods I have tried. I felt a release of issues through Flo's help. She is very skilled and patient! I learned how I could use this method anytime and anywhere to calm my racing thoughts and release anxiety. Thank-you, Flo!
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Lily
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I was looking for a retreat to spend the transition to my 40th year. I came across Flo through the Transformational Breath website. After speaking on the phone, I booked a three day, two night retreat. What an amazing experience! Flo took care of everything from the accommodations, to the meal planning, to the breathwork sessions. She even offered a shamanic journey and a guided hike, which I took her up on. From sun up to sun down, every part of the retreat was intentional. For example, we started each day by feeding the birds and expressing our gratitude for the day. I went into the retreat feeling anxious about turning 40 and worried about what the next decade would bring. I left the Wilde Spirit Retreat feeling like I had a new lease on life! Working with Flo allowed me to reframe my mindset and helped renew my feelings of joy and gratitude. Flo is sensitive, thoughtful, and unobtrusive. She is firm without being pushy. The accommodations are cozy and rustic in a cabin in the woods that backs up to a beautiful forested ravine. The food is healthy and delicious. I highly recommend a retreat with Flo for anyone seeking some clarity about what’s next on their journey of life!
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Susan
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Flo did a breathwork session with me via zoom and it was excellent. She knows exactly how to guide you. I had extereme fatigue but when finished I felt so much better and very alert . Thanks Flo for a wonderful session.
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Ingrid
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I initially attended a small-group workshop on Shamanic Healing and Breathwork with Florence "Flo" Gaia through the Mancos School of the West. Her approach to helping the group focus on our inner strength by harnessing energy chakras I thought was interesting, so I decided to take a few additional one-on-one sessions with her at her Wild Spirit Retreat in Durango CO. I thought the sessions were very insightful and the information received with Flo's direction and guidance has been extremely helpful in my day-to-day application. The sessions provided me with a broader awareness of self and gave me tools to apply when needed to sort through life’s challenges. I think Flo does a great job making one feel comfortable and allows for open and trusting environment.
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Maria
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Thank you 🙏 😚 I am so blocked from spiritual phenomena I didn’t think I could get messages again! I am so excited that spirit guides came thru!!! Phenomenal! It’s a miracle! Thank you for holding and guiding space for magick to happen again in my life! What a gift 💝 I’m so lucky 🍀 Blessed Be, Best Shamanic Journey in my life! Maria
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Veronica
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Unlike therapy, I did not have to recount my #traumas which usually brings me to such a broken place 💔 that I am unable to hear my soul. WILDE Spirit Retreat helped me release via deep breathing/a journey more #sufferring and #stress I had stored in my body/mind. I was #blocked in my ❤: I have more space/openness, now. I have a deeper sense of grounding self and trusting of my #soul. I can sense and hear my soul. It is like an invisible shield 🛡 that covers my chest: I learned how to be safe. I am not as confused 😕. This was great!!!! I will continue my journey 💃 #wildespiritretreat
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Sarah
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Flo is very kind and gentle, and made me feel very comfortable during the medicine card reading. It was an insightful experience and I highly recommend it!

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