Golden Door

07/24/2025

Step away from the noise of everyday life and return to the quiet wisdom of your heart. This deeply nourishing weekend retreat invites you to soften, release, and reconnect through a curated blend of yoga, breathwork, ceremonial cacao, meditation, healing sessions and wholesome, nourishing meals with Oliva Bracken, Jenny Rischall (AKA ZenJen) and Jennifer Ditto.

Held in a serene, private setting just outside of Branson, Missouri, you’ll experience spaciousness and restoration while being held in community and care. Whether you’re seeking clarity, peace, or gentle transformation, this is a space to surrender what no longer serves and come home to yourself.

Retreat Options & Pricing:

Private Room with Private Bathroom — $1100
Enjoy a spacious room and a private bath all to yourself for rest, reflection, and quiet integration.

Shared King Room (2 people) with Private Bathroom — $1600 total ($800/person)
Perfect for close friends or partners — this room includes one king bed and a private bathroom. Please plan to register with someone you’re comfortable sharing a bed with.

Shared Two-Queen Room (1 or 2 people) — $1750 total ($875/person)
Each guest has their own bed. You’re welcome to sign up with a friend, or we can pair you with another retreat participant if you’re coming solo and open to sharing.

Early Bird Discount:
Register by August 5th to receive $150 off your total price.

Payment plans are available in 2 monthly increments, if needed. A $250 deposit is required to reserve your spot and goes towards your room.

Spaces are limited, so book early to ensure you get the room you want.

We would be truly honored to share this weekend with you.

07/17/2025

Swipe right to meet the amazing women who keep our front desk running smoothly! 👉
I get this question all the time: “Who just checked me out? They were so kind, but I didn’t catch their name!”
So I thought it was time to formally introduce the beautiful, welcoming faces of our front office team. They’re the first smiles you see when you walk in and the last goodbyes when you leave—and they truly make this place feel like home. 💛

First up: Mary!
You’ll find Mary at the front desk on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays—always ready with a smile and a kind word. When she’s not at work, she’s likely spending time with her daughter, relaxing at the lake with family and friends, or unwinding in a yoga class.

Next up: Jenny!
You’ll find Jenny at the front desk on Tuesdays and Thursdays—she’s warm, efficient, and always up for a good conversation. Ask her about her two cats (she’s got some great stories) or what book she’s reading lately—she has a gift for finding joy in the little things.

Meet Brie (short for Abrielle—how beautiful is that name?)
Brie holds down the fort at Golden Door in the evenings. She’s the ultimate movie buff—you’ll often find her at the Alamo catching the latest release. By day, she works a full-time job, and in her free time, she’s an incredible photographer. Her creative photoshoots are absolutely stunning.

Last but definitely not least: Vivian!
Vivian holds it down on the weekends at Golden Door. She’s currently on summer break and considering a future in cosmetology school. An old soul with a beautiful smile, Vivian brings a calm, kind energy to the space. She’s having a tonsillectomy this month—so be sure to keep her in your thoughts as she recovers!

06/24/2025

✨NEED ADVICE ✨
I’ve been on the hunt for a new rug for our lobby for months—and still haven’t found the one. 😩
Have you seen any beautiful rugs locally? I’d love your recommendations for favorite stores or hidden gems in the area! 🛍️💬
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Also—help me choose the next color scheme! Drop your vote below:
🖤 Neutral & moody- (can’t be too light)
🌿 Earthy & grounding
🔥 Warm & vibrant
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Appreciate any tips, votes, or design-loving vibes coming my way 🫶

05/28/2025

Have you thought about volunteering your time to help tornado victims on the North Side?

Tamlin and I spent the day with helping clean up—cutting down trees and stacking bricks that had fallen onto the sidewalks. It was heartbreaking to see the damage, but also incredibly powerful to witness the community coming together.

There were at least 50 volunteers out today, and the weather was perfect. ☀️ It gave us so much hope seeing neighbors supporting neighbors, showing up with love and muscle to help however they could.

But the reality is: there’s still so much need. People on the North Side are going without basics—food, clean water, diapers, baby items, and other essentials. If you’re looking for a way to help, is extremely organized and makes it so easy to plug in. You can sign up for shifts online, and every little bit makes a difference.

Please consider giving your time, resources, or money. St. Louis is our home. And we have to fight for the dignity and safety of everyone in our community.

05/19/2025

St. Louis Tornado Relief Donation Drive
+ $10 Off Any Service When You Donate

Like many, I used to believe that tornadoes didn’t strike cities—that the Arch or our buildings somehow offered protection. But that belief was shattered last Friday when an EF3 tornado tore through St. Louis, devastating neighborhoods and displacing families.

In response, we’re organizing a donation drive to support those affected. All donated items will be delivered to where they’ll be distributed directly to individuals and families in need.

Here’s what we’re collecting:

Non-perishable food items

Baby products (diapers, formula, wipes)

New toys for children who’ve lost everything

Clean clothes (all sizes)

Laundry supplies

As a thank you for your generosity, we’re offering $10 off any service when you bring in a donation.
Can’t bring items? We’ll also honor a screenshot of a monetary donation to a local relief organization.

Deadline for donations: Tuesday, May 27th.

04/16/2025

04/09/2025

Looking for something meaningful and relaxing to do with your mom—or do you want to gift yourself some serious self care?

Join us for a rejuvenating mini half-day retreat at Golden Door, designed to help you reset your nervous system and soak in some much-needed nourishment.

This mini retreat features a carefully curated lineup of healing sessions and restorative tools, including:
🌿 Red Light Therapy
🌿 Biomat
🌿 Solex
🌿 Acupressure mat with acupuncture
🌿 Hand or foot massage
🌿 Foot detox bath

You’ll begin with grounding breathwork, then rotate through each healing station, and close the experience with a calming group meditation.

Step away from the noise and give yourself permission to just be. This is your time to unwind, honor yourself, and connect with incredible women you may not have met yet.

02/20/2025

We see you. The heartbreak of failed IVF and IUI transfers. The endless waiting. The hope, followed by disappointment.

Our 8-week fertility wellness course is here to help you rediscover hope, heal, and reconnect with your body. Combining acupuncture, personalized nutrition, and a supportive community, this course is designed for those who’ve been on the journey too long and need a new approach.

You are not alone. Let’s take this step together. 💛

02/05/2025

Do you p*e when you cough or sneeze? 😳

February’s Life & Labor Women’s Meetup with Brooke Kalisiak, PT, DPT, pelvic floor therapist and owner of is this Thursday evening. 🌸 Learn how pelvic floor therapy can help with:
✨ Pain with s*x
✨ Tinkling when you sneeze, laugh, or cough
✨ Core strength after birth (even years or decades later!)
✨ Easing pregnancy or postpartum discomfort
✨ And so much more!

📅 Date: February 6th
🕔 Time: 5:30-7ish (come and go as you’re able!)
📍 Location:
🎟️ Cost: Free- just the goodness of women supporting women!

RSVP now and start the year prioritizing your health! 💫 [www.lifenlabor.com/meetup]

01/30/2025

We have a new Goldie 🎉 Meet Bonnie Waller, LPC. She is seeing clients on Fridays at Golden Door and she does take insurance. 🙌

“My passion lies in empowering clients to create lives full of meaning and joy. Our sessions will be focused on helping you recognize your own strengths and develop the coping skills needed for healthier relationships with yourself and others. I specialize in helping clients who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, anger, and relationship issues. My goal is for clients to become their own best friends and develop the inner tools to open the doors for a life that excites them.
A bit about me: In 2015, I graduated with a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Western Illinois University, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. In sessions I use Existential Therapy techniques, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness strategies and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I love working with clients from a wide range of cultural and spiritual backgrounds and appreciate the unique and diverse lives each of my clients lead. For those interested, I can also incorporate nature and expressive arts into our therapy sessions. I have years of experience working with those who identify as LGBTQ and I go by she/her pronouns.
I have been a counselor for 10 years and have experience as an individual therapist for adults, teenagers, families, couples and children. Currently I am seeing individuals age 15 and up.”

Link is in the bio!

01/15/2025

We have a new Goldie!!! 🎉 Cameron Sisler is a registered dietitian. Cameron will be working through Zoom and takes some insurance!
She approaches each client from a place of compassion and support as she works to understand individual experiences which have shaped their relationship with food and their body. As a dietitian with a dual specialty in eating disorders and hormone/Women’s Health, Cameron believes in taking a holistic and intuitive eating approach for all of her clients, because she knows it maximizes progress as it removes rigidity and black and white thinking when it comes to food and our bodies.

Cameron specializes in nutritional support for Fertility and Women’s Health. 🙌
“Navigating the landscape of fertility nutrition, whether you have been trying for years, are navigating a new diagnosis, or are just thinking about having a baby boils down to one word - OVERWHELMING.

There is so much information out there. Trying to Google the ‘perfect’ diet, lifestyle, and supplement plan is enough to make you want to pull your hair out. And, it still leaves you questioning whether you are doing it ‘right’.

The truth is, there is no one-plan-fits-all.” She will help you make personalized choices to optimize your fertility and get your body baby ready.

12/27/2024

We are so thrilled to announce a new Goldie to start off 2025. Meet Ellie, an esthetician that starts January 7th. 😁🙌

“As a Licensed Esthetician, it is my mission to create a space where you can feel safe and nourished while learning about your individual skincare needs. My intention is for you to feel nurtured and educated by the time you leave my room and empowered to take charge of your skin and mental wellbeing.
In the treatment room, my approach to esthetics is very results driven. I use PCA Skin, which is a powerful professional skin care line that believes that delivering transformative solutions backed by science can improve not only skin, but lives also. When I understand your intentions for your skin, I can create a treatment plan customized just for you!
I am trained in many modalities including, but not limited to: microdermabrasion, dermaplaning, PCA chemical p*els, cosmetic microneedling, galvanic and high frequency current, microcurrent skin tightening, LED light therapy, manual lymphatic drainage facial massage, gua sha facial massage, and mindful meditation techniques. I enjoy personalizing each treatment by blending these modalities to target what ever skin concern you may have!”

You can read more about Ellie and her services on our website, or you can book her in our link tree. 🗓️
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