Announcing: Wider Lens Consulting Parent Retreat Events – Join Us in 2025!
A Transformative Experience for Parents of Gender-Questioning Kids
We’re thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the next Wider Lens Parenting Retreat - Anchored: A Calming Center Amidst Chaos - designed to help parents find the support, tools, guidance, and connections useful for navigating the challenges of parenting a gender-questioning child.
This retreat offers more than just workshops — it’s an immersive experience providing unparalleled access to Wider Lens Consulting expert therapists, Sasha Ayad and Lisa Marchiano. Over 4-days, participate in intimate group sessions, sought-after workshops, and role-plays with Sasha and Lisa offering tailored guidance. While the Wider Lens team also includes the invaluable contributions of Stella O’Malley, this year’s retreat events will only feature Sasha and Lisa.
Why attend?
Unmatched Support: Spend quality time with therapists who understand your journey and can offer practical tools for navigating complex parenting challenges.
A Safe Space: Share your story, process your emotions, and find connection with other parents who ‘get it.’
Comprehensive Workshops: Learn about balancing your needs with your child’s, setting boundaries, and regaining a sense of agency.
Personalized Guidance: access to Sasha and Lisa ensures you leave with tailored actionable insights for your family.
Breathtaking Setting: Nestled in a serene and private landscape, the venue offers stunning views, peaceful surroundings, and amenities like hot tubs, fire pits, and inviting spaces designed for relaxation and connection.
All inclusive experience: Enjoy nourishing, chef-prepared meals provided throughout the retreat, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in rest, reflection, and renewal without any worries.
Where is it happening?
The retreat is set in a peaceful, private location—a convenient drive from the Austin, TX airport. Exact details will be shared after registration to ensure privacy.
How to attend?
Choose the session that works best for you. Both sessions offer the same programming framework (no need to attend both sessions).
Select the room option and pricing structure that suits your needs. Choose from cozy cabins to luxury suites with private hot tubs for the ultimate relaxation experience.
Discounted priority pricing starts at $3,500, with flexible payment plans available until March 23, 2025. After this date, priority pricing discounts end and payment plans will no longer be offered (full payment will be required at booking when booked after March 23, 2025, and the discounted priority pricing rate will no longer be available).
Ready to register?
Click the link below to visit the event registration site for the session you wish to attend.
Click “Get Tickets” to view remaining availability for that session/ticket level.
Be sure to click “See more” to view important information regarding that ticket type and details about coupon codes for payment plan options.
Priority pricing ends March 23, 2025, including:
access to discounted pay-in-full rates
access to payment plan option
Spaces are limited, and these retreats fill quickly. Please email any questions to info@widerlens.consulting.
Parenting a gender-questioning teen or young adult can feel isolating and exhausting, especially without support from friends and family. Yet, you likely hold deep hope for your child and your family relationships.
If you or someone you know could benefit, we encourage you to share this information to help foster support and renewal. Even in the most challenging circumstances, there is space for learning and growth. We hope you take advantage of this opportunity to heal, renew, connect, and grow together with Wider Lens Consulting!