If you live with depression or low mood, a few days away can sound like a lot. You may wonder what you would do all day. You may wonder who else will be there, and whether it will help. This guide sets out what a retreat for depression really offers, so you know what to expect before you ask.
A retreat is a break from daily life, with support around you. It does not replace your GP, your medicine or your therapist. Keep taking any medicine as prescribed, and tell your doctor if you plan to go away.
If you feel unsafe or in crisis, call Samaritans free on 116 123, at any time of day or night. In England you can also call NHS 111 and choose the mental health option. In an emergency, call 999.
Scotland
Open all year
Venue for hireA quiet, laid-back communal space in the Scottish Borders for self-led retreats. Connect with like-minded people, enjoy communally prepared meals, and embrace a slower pace.
£250
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West Sussex
Open all year
A private 121 Wellbeing Retreat to restore your nervous system, located on a Nature Reserve by the Sea. Designed to reconnect mind, body, soul and kick-start the healing process.
£1,195.00
Retreats for depression vary a lot. On our site you will find:
Some are for women only or men only. Some are for depression and anxiety together. If you feel worn out by work, a burnout retreat may suit you too.
Every retreat is different, so read each timetable. A day might start with a slow breakfast. Then there may be a group session, a walk or a one to one talk. Afternoons are often free, so you can rest, read or sleep.
Evenings tend to be calm, with a shared meal and an early night. Most retreats do not expect you to join everything. You can say no.
Some are led by counsellors, therapists or coaches. Others are run by yoga teachers, healers or the owners of a quiet house. Ask the host what training they have and who will be with you each day.
A weekend is a gentle first step. It is easier to fit around work and home, and it costs less. A week gives you more time to slow down. Many people find the first two days are spent just letting go. If you are not sure, start with a weekend in the UK, with no flight to book.
Before you book, ask the host:
A good host will answer plainly. If something feels wrong, trust that feeling.
Prices range from a simple room in a shared house to a private stay with a therapist. There are affordable retreats for depression, and some last only a day or two. Each listing shows a “from” price and what it includes. There are no booking fees on our site, and we never take a cut. You pay the host direct.
Going home can feel hard after a few calm days. Ask the host whether they offer any follow-up, such as a call a few weeks later. Plan a quiet day after you get back, rather than going straight to work.
See all retreats for depression, in the UK and abroad. Or look at anxiety retreats and mindfulness retreats. Read the listing, then send your question straight to the host.
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Dorset
Open all year
Five-room luxury retreat venue in rural Dorset. Heated pool, hot tubs, infrared sauna, wood-fired sauna, ice baths and a yoga shala with sweeping hillside views.
£695 per night
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West Yorkshire
Open all year
This no-nonsense intensive retreat is focused, game-changing work for very busy people who want results now, using a powerful, individualised approach.
£985
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Northamptonshire
Open in January, June and September
Reconnect with yourself, the present, and with your values to find peace of mind.
£950
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