Highlands Centre for Healing
Discover healing in a Nature Sanctuary filled with loving vibration
Reconnect with yourself, nature, and the nurturing energy of our animals and land
We invite you to escape to peace & calm
In the breathtaking expanses of the NSW Southern Highlands, Soo Woods has created a SANCTUARY and refuge—not just for the domesticated and wild beings who’ve found their way here, but also for souls like yours seeking safety, healing, and an authentic reconnection to your true self.
At the heart of this sanctuary is our remarkable herd of therapy HORSES. Each one carries a unique energy and wisdom, creating profound opportunities for connection, self-discovery, and healing. Whether through gentle presence, mindful interaction, or equine-assisted therapy, these extraordinary sentient beings will guide you toward inner peace and resilience.
AN ALL ENCOMPASSING HEALING EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER
Set on 106 picturesque acres and backing onto State Forest, our primary intention is to help people and animals heal through NATURE MEDICINE. Our modern world, with its fast pace and high use of technology, has caused us to disconnect, resulting in anxiety, depression, mental health concerns, and declining physical health.
Our HOLISTIC WELLNESS approach offers well-being for mind, body, and soul, and brings together a range of alternative, complementary well-being practices united by one single goal – to help you and your loved ones heal and thrive.
Join us for :
- PRIVATE EQUINE THERAPY SESSIONS with our loving herd,
- IMMERSIVE RETREATS
- WELLNESS WORKSHOPS,
- or STAY WITH US and wake up to the tranquil sounds of nature.
- For those unable to travel to us, we offer online healing for both people and animals.
At Highlands Centre for Healing, we believe in the profound wisdom of nature and the gentle power of horses to transform lives. Nature’s rhythm slows us down, allowing stress to melt away, while our kind therapy horses guide you toward self-awareness and emotional balance. Together, they create a nurturing sanctuary for healing, connection, and renewal.
How you can experience the Highlands Centre For Healing
Re-Calibrate
Step into our sanctuary of calm and renewal. Our wellness retreats invite you to pause, reconnect, and embrace simple yet powerful natural healing practices. Through activities with the horses, mindfulness, nature walks and more, nurture your well-being and restore your energy.
Heal With Friends
Our one-day outdoor wellness programs inspire connection, renewal and wellbeing for everyone, Designed for families, community groups, or corporate teams, these immersive experiences encourage bonding, relaxation and personal growth. You’ll leave feeling refreshed and uplifted.
Escape to Tranquillity
Escape to “The Stables” or “Gang Gang Hideaway” Airbnb in Moss Vale, NSW. No pressures from the outside world. Wake to the sounds of nature – birdsong, rain on the roof … Remember who you are when the noise of life fades away.
It’s time for YOU!
Experience healing with horses
Profound connection with our gentle, wise, intuitive therapy horses creates a safe space for transformative healing, helping you connect with your authentic self. Breaking free from trauma, patterns of addiction and limiting beliefs, you’ll rediscover inner peace and balance.
"I highly recommend the outdoor group workshops."
Soo was so engaging and knowledgeable.
Her sessions were all-encompassing and gave a real sense of self through simple actions that can be done practically in everyday life.
Amazing sessions.
KAREN – Yourside Adult Carers Retreat May 2023
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What people say about our wellness retreats
I arrived tired, exhausted and stressed. I have become lifted and renewed, more than I can imagine.
A magical experience; one in which deeply buried feelings and emotion come up and the horses energies hold you. In the walking meditation I was drawn to an up-rooted tree. All I wanted to do was crawl into the dark tangled roots and stay there. The horses in the horse reiki coaxed me out of the pain and into the light.
Hello, I’m Soo!
Your therapist who actually understands you
I am deeply connected to this land and the animals who share it, and I am devoted to nurturing all beings who walk, fly or wander through this sanctuary.
Horses, nature, and natural therapies have been pivotal in my own journey to wellness and self-acceptance. By studying trauma and understanding its deep impact, I’ve been able to deep dive into my past, released what no longer served me, and healed destructive patterns and self-sabotage. Today I live a life of peace, calm and purpose.
My mission is to share this transformative potential with you. YOU have the power to reconnect with your authentic self and embrace a life of balance and harmony.
I invite you to step into this sanctuary, immerse yourself in its healing energy, and uncover parts of yourself you’ve never known. This is your time to transform.
EQUINE THERAPY AND WELLNESS RETREATS NSW
Frequently Asked Questions
Why horses? What do they offer in therapy that’s unique?
Their large guts and hearts are able to co-regulate our nervous systems and, as natural-born Reiki Masters, they are also able to offer energy healing.
Clinical research has shown that being in close proximity to horses changes human brain wave patterns and heart rate! It is also known that triggering the release of oxytocin, the trust hormone, can help induce feelings of optimism, increase self-esteem, and potentially also help people with mood disorders and PTSD. Plus, horses teach mutual respect, trust, and emotional intelligence, creating an environment for rapid self-learning.
Why would I want to join an outdoor group workshop?
Recent studies have consistently highlighted the therapeutic benefits of spending time in natural settings. Engaging with others in outdoor group activities doesn’t just offer a break from your busy lives; it actually promotes the release of beneficial endorphins and neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. These natural compounds play a crucial role in deepening our self-awareness, strengthening group bonds, and nurturing personal development.
We also know of the importance of coherence ~ a state where our nervous system is regulated, stable, and flexible. Numerous independent studies have shown that achieving a calmer, more coherent state fosters emotional stability and enhances cognitive functions. Experiences in nature support the development of coherence.
I've heard about wellness retreats, but I'm sceptical. Why should I give it a go?
It’s totally okay to feel that way. Our wellness retreats in Moss Vale, New South Wales aren’t just about “feeling good” for a few days (although that’s a bonus). They’re designed to create lasting positive change by providing you with tools that will last a lifetime.
We blend the raw beauty of nature, the transformative power of equine therapy, alternative therapies, and a community of like-minded individuals seeking growth and clarity.
It’s not just a retreat. It’s a reset.
Is this retreat supposed to replace my regular visits to the doctor or therapist?
Nope, not at all. Think of our retreats and equine therapy sessions as a complement to any medical or therapeutic advice you’re currently following. Our retreats and equine therapy sessions offer a fresh, holistic perspective on well-being, but always keep your medical specialist in the loop.
While Soo is a registered, qualified counsellor and trauma-trained somatic practitioner, she is not a medical specialist and does not diagnose, categorise, judge, advise, assess, or fix.