What makes these retreats different
These aren't wellness holidays. They're intentional, clinical-grade healing experiences designed to create real, lasting change.
Sacred Space
Carefully chosen locations that invite stillness — from the mountains of Sai Kung to serene residential centres.
Clinical Expertise
Every session led by a certified clinical hypnotherapist with years of experience in trauma, anxiety, and transformation.
Intimate Groups
Small cohorts of 6–12 ensure you are truly seen, heard, and supported throughout the journey.
Lasting Change
Not just a weekend away. Structured follow-up and community support extend your transformation beyond the retreat.
Residential Retreats
Transformative multi-day experiences in sacred locations. Spaces are limited — early enquiry is recommended.
Heartscapes Earth
Ground yourself in the wisdom of Earth at Ng Yuen, Hong Kong's extraordinary Buddhist-inspired sanctuary nestled where Lantau Trail 5 meets Trail 6. Across two to three days, you will be guided through a carefully curated program of hypnotherapy-infused guided meditations, immersive sound baths, and a nature-based therapy session designed to reconnect you with the heart-based rhythm of life. Surrounded by ancient architecture, serene carp ponds, and lush mountain valleys, this retreat invites you to return to your roots.
What's Included
- 3-day deep dive into the Earth element's wisdom
- Hypnotherapy-infused guided meditations
- Immersive sound bath experiences
- Nature-based therapy session
- Historic Ng Yuen Buddhist garden sanctuary
- Two highly experienced retreat facilitators
- Award-winning Michelin-star vegan chef
- All meals: gluten-free, plant-based, locally sourced
- Intimate group of just 12 participants
- Includes accommodation in beautifully restored buildings
- Access to nature trails and hidden garden paths
Heartscapes Water
Immerse yourself in the fluidity and depth of Water at Ng Yuen, Hong Kong's hidden gem—a Buddhist-inspired sanctuary nestled where Lantau Trail 5 meets Trail 6. This extraordinary estate, painstakingly built stone by stone over 5 years and celebrated as the territory's only 'folly', offers an unparalleled setting for transformation. Over three days, you'll explore the Water element through guided practices, meditation, and mindful movement, all while surrounded by ancient architecture, serene carp ponds, and lush mountain valleys. Two seasoned practitioners will guide your journey, while an award-winning Michelin-star chef nourishes your body with exquisite plant-based cuisine. With only 12 spots available, this intimate retreat promises deep personal work in one of Asia's most spiritually resonant locations.
What's Included
- 3-day deep dive into the Water element's wisdom
- Historic Ng Yuen Buddhist garden sanctuary
- Located at the sacred crossroads of Lantau Trail 5 & 6
- Two highly experienced retreat facilitators
- Award-winning Michelin-star vegan chef
- All meals: gluten-free, plant-based, locally sourced
- Traditional architecture meets modern comfort
- Meditate beside tranquil carp ponds and mountain streams
- Intimate group of just 12 participants
- Includes accommodation in beautifully restored buildings
- Access to nature trails and hidden garden paths
Heartscapes Fire
Ignite your inner fire at Ng Yuen, Hong Kong's extraordinary Buddhist-inspired sanctuary on Lantau Island. Over three days, you will be guided through transformative hypnotherapy sessions, fire meditations, and dynamic somatic practices designed to awaken your passion, courage, and creative life-force. Let the warmth of the Fire element burn away what no longer serves you and illuminate the path forward.
What's Included
- 3-day deep dive into the Fire element's wisdom
- Fire-led hypnotherapy and courage meditations
- Dynamic somatic and energy activation practices
- Historic Ng Yuen Buddhist garden sanctuary
- Two highly experienced retreat facilitators
- Award-winning Michelin-star vegan chef
- All meals: gluten-free, plant-based, locally sourced
- Intimate group of just 12 participants
- Includes accommodation in beautifully restored buildings
- Access to nature trails and hidden garden paths
Heartscapes Air
Rise into the expansive wisdom of Air at Ng Yuen, Hong Kong's extraordinary Buddhist-inspired sanctuary on Lantau Island. Over three days, you will be guided through breath-led hypnotherapy sessions, sky meditations, and somatic movement practices designed to liberate what no longer serves you. Feel the mountain breeze carry away old patterns as you open to new perspectives, lightness, and freedom.
What's Included
- 3-day deep dive into the Air element's wisdom
- Breath-led hypnotherapy and sky meditations
- Somatic movement and freedom practices
- Historic Ng Yuen Buddhist garden sanctuary
- Two highly experienced retreat facilitators
- Award-winning Michelin-star vegan chef
- All meals: gluten-free, plant-based, locally sourced
- Intimate group of just 12 participants
- Includes accommodation in beautifully restored buildings
- Access to nature trails and hidden garden paths
Workshops
One-off sessions, sound baths, and community events to support your journey.
Return to Stillness
Join our beloved fortnightly gathering for a full hour of nourishment for mind and soul. Each session begins with a 30-minute relaxed exploration of meditation, mindfulness, mental health, wellness, or mysticism, followed by a 30-minute guided hypnotic meditation specifically crafted around the evening's theme. Whether you join us live or catch the recording in our private WhatsApp community, you're welcomed into a space that our regular attendees have cherished for years. No pressure, no expectations—just authentic connection and deep rest.
- Full 1-hour session every month
- 30 minutes: Discussion on meditation, mindfulness & wellness
- 30 minutes: Themed guided hypnotic meditation
- Join live via Zoom or watch the recording
- Private WhatsApp group for community & replays
- Completely free - no strings attached
- Relaxed, judgment-free atmosphere
- Session recordings made available to enjoy again
- Journalling exercises provided between sessions
Aliran Soundhealing – Hypnotic Sound Bath
This guided journey will help you release what no longer serves you and discover your natural state of flow. Find your flow within through sound.
- Guided hypnotic sound bath journey
- Release what no longer serves you
- Discover your natural state of flow
- Live event at various locations across Hong Kong
- Check schedule for upcoming dates & venues
- Session recordings made available to enjoy again
- Journalling exercises provided between sessions
Brian & Gerda Sound Healing
Join Brian and Gerda for a deeply restorative sound healing experience at Ethica. Allow the healing frequencies of live instruments to guide you into a state of profound relaxation and renewal.
- Live sound healing with Brian & Gerda
- Deeply restorative sound bath experience
- Healing frequencies for relaxation & renewal
- At Ethica, 128 Wellington Street, Central
- Last Thursday of every month at 7pm
- Session recordings made available to enjoy again
- Journalling exercises provided between sessions
What past participants say
Real words from real people who showed up for themselves.
"The retreat was a turning point in my life. Brian created a space of such profound safety — I released things I'd been carrying for years. I came home lighter, calmer, and genuinely transformed."
Hong Kong
"I was skeptical about hypnotherapy retreats. By day two I was in tears — the good kind. The combination of group work and individual sessions was unlike anything I've experienced."
Singapore
"Brian's retreats are held with such care and professionalism. The location was breathtaking, the work was deep, and the community we built still supports me today."
Hong Kong
"The quieter you become, the more you can hear."
Common Questions
Everything you need to know before you arrive.
