Riding the Wave: How Movement Can Transform Your Life

Dear Resurface Community,

Welcome to our latest newsletter, where we dive deep into the transformative power of movement and its profound impact on our lives. This month, we're exploring how the fusion of physical activity and therapy can unlock new dimensions of healing and self-discovery.

We're also excited to share some important updates. This October, Resurface team members Josh and Kristine will be facilitating at Suicide & Co's grief retreat. This restorative weekend, hosted in collaboration with The Grief Gang, offers vital support for those bereaved by suicide. Please scroll down for more information.

Looking ahead, we have several transformative retreats on the horizon. Our Building Resilience Retreat in Morocco this October and the Trauma Resolution Retreat in November offer immersive experiences in healing and personal growth. For those seeking more intensive support, our EMDR Intensives are available upon request, providing bespoke programs tailored to individual needs.

Join us as we continue to ride the waves of change, fostering resilience, and nurturing hope. Your journey of renewal awaits.

Riding the Wave: How Movement Can Transform Your Life

You stand at the water’s edge, the ocean before you, vast and mysterious. You’ve heard of therapy, but this is different. This is about movement, about engaging with the world in a way that speaks directly to your soul. This is about you.

Imagine the power of the waves, the rhythm of the sea, the thrill of the surf. Now, picture that as a path to healing, a journey to self-discovery. This is what an integration of profound movement and deep therapy offers, and it’s not just an experience—it’s a transformation.

At Resurface we believe that our potential is unlocked not when we are static, but when we are in motion. Combining surfing with therapy embodies this principle. It’s not merely a sport; it’s a conduit for change, a medium through which you can confront your inner storms and emerge stronger.

This message is not just about conveying information; it’s an invitation to delve into the depths of your being in ways that traditional therapy may not reach. Ultimately, the most profound journey is the one that reconnects you with your inner self, beginning with a simple step—or a paddle into the waves.

And as you embark on this journey, consider the profound impact of evidence-based therapeutic modalities like Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY), which offers a unique approach to healing by integrating the physical forms and movements of yoga to restore the connection between mind and body. It’s about reclaiming a sense of agency, often compromised by trauma, through the empowerment of self-guided movement.

Similarly, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy taps into the wisdom of the body to address the somatic symptoms of unresolved trauma. It’s a holistic approach that honours the intricate connection between the physical and emotional realms of our existence.

And let’s not forget Somatic Experiencing, a therapeutic strategy that focuses on bodily sensations to help release the stress and trauma trapped within. It’s a gentle yet powerful pathway to restoring balance and fostering resilience.

These modalities, much like surf therapy, are about movement—about finding a dynamic balance amidst life’s ebbs and flows. They’re about listening to the subtle cues of your body and allowing them to guide you towards healing.

So, as you consider the waves of change, remember that your journey is not just about riding the surf. It’s about embracing a symphony of therapeutic practices that move you, body and soul, towards a horizon of hope and renewal. It’s about you, fully alive, fully in motion.

Grief Retreat: Restoring Wellbeing for Suicide Bereavement

We are delighted that both Josh and Kristine will be facilitating on the Suicide & Co’s grief retreat this October 11th to 13th. This will be a restorative weekend retreat for people bereaved by suicide providing grief support,psycho-education and wellbeing.

Prices: £460 - £710 per person (varies by room type; payment plans available)

Who: Adults (18+) bereaved by suicide, families, couples, and individuals

At the Grief Retreat, hosted by Suicide&Co and The Grief Gang, the retreat offers:

1. Supportive Environment: Our team of professionals, including Suicide Bereavement Advisors and Counsellors, create a safe space for healing.

2. Facilitators:

   • Emma & Amelia (Suicide&Co Co-Founders): Empathetic entrepreneurs who lost parents to suicide, committed to breaking stigma.

   • Amber Jeffrey (The Grief Gang Founder): Podcast host and grief mentor, fostering conversations around loss.

   • Lady Tracy Northampton: Experienced psychotherapist with lived experience of suicide loss.

   • Josh Dickson (Resurface Founder): Positive Psychologist and EMDR Consultant, specializing in trauma and positive psychology.

   • Dr. Kristine Steffenak (Resurface Co-Founder): Medical doctor and yoga teacher, trained in trauma-sensitive yoga.

   • Lou Lebentz (The Voyage): Globally renowned therapist and trauma clinician.

Join us for a transformative weekend of healing, connection, and support. 🌈

@ The Falcon, Castle Ashby‍ , Northampton, NN7 1LF

Suicide&Co is a national charity with the purpose to support those bereaved by suicide and open-up the conversation around suicide-related grief to prevent mental health deterioration after the trauma of losing a loved one to suicide.

Their vision is to provide adults bereaved by suicide in England and Wales with timely and effective support, because everyone deserves to feel like they have permission to grieve.

Upcoming Events

Building Resilience Retreat - Morocco - October 19th to 26th

Trauma Resolution Retreat - Morocco - November 16th to 23rd

EMDR Intensives are available on request - please contact for more information. These are bespoke programmes and usually take place in Morocco and the US.

You can find out more about our retreats and book your spot on our website.

Keep riding the waves, The Resurface Team 🏄‍♂️