Safety Retreat - Dr Jacqueline Metzner
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Safety Retreat is an online self-help programme designed specifically for individuals with Long Covid, ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, and related post-viral or chronic stress conditions. Developed by physician and recovery coach Dr Jacqueline Metzner (Doc Jay), who personally experienced Long Covid and ME/CFS, the programme aims to deepen your understanding of the neurobiological mechanisms underlying chronic symptoms and guide you toward informed self-regulation and healing.users are taught Vedic meditation in small groups
The Soma App, which offers guided meditations, movement, breathwork, and manifestation tools
Soma is designed to be approachable for beginners and particularly supportive for those recovering from burnout, chronic stress, or fatigue-related illness.
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The programme teaches neuroplasticity, polyvagal theory, stress physiology, and environmental sensitivity through a gentle self-paced structure. You'll learn how to stabilise symptoms and shift into safety through 24 concise videos (10–20 minutes each), reflection workbooks, and meditations. Additional live and 1:1 support options are available if desired.
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Designed by a physician with firsthand experience of ME/CFS and Long Covid
Translates complex biology into easy-to-understand guidance and practical daily tools
Suitable for patients and also family members or carers who want to better understand the condition
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No external feedback is currently available beyond the website. The programme is relatively new, so broader community insight may emerge over time.
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24 videos (10–20 minutes each)
New videos unlock every 2 days
Self-paced with 12-month access
Includes a downloadable workbook, meditations, and continuous updates
Accessible via browser and app
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Accessible worldwide. The course is asynchronous and there are no live sessions, so it can be completed at any time.
Live group calls (optional add-on) are recorded and accessible afterwards.
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Safety Retreat Core Programme
€497 one-time payment (approx £425 GBP, $530 USD, $810 AUD)
OR 3 instalments of €166 each (€498 total)
Valid from 1 November 2025
Introductory Price (Oct 2025 only)
Discounted price for those on the waiting list or who book during October 2025
Add-on: Live Subscription
€49/month (approx £42 GBP, $52 USD, $79 AUD)
Includes weekly live calls, exercises, meditations and recordings
30-day free trial, cancellable anytime
Only available to those enrolled in the programme
Add-on: 1:1 Coaching
Pricing not publicly listed
Includes personal guidance on challenges or implementation
Only available to Safety Retreat participants
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Introductory discount during October 2025
30-day free trial for the optional live support subscription
Waiting list sign-up unlocks early access to the discounted rate
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