Maria Alice Campos Freire is a healer with Amazonian plant medicine, leader of Umbanda ceremonies and founder of Centro Medicina do Floresta (Forest Medicine Center) which offers healing flower essences internationally. She has developed research and healing methods with plants of the Amazon, as well as education programs for children about the preservation of nature and sustainable development.
“The program was extremely well-oiled, and I’m already thinking about attending next year’s event. Moreover, the lush campgrounds, spa services, friendly staff, and delicious vegetarian meals helped complete a well-rounded, inspirational experience. A thousand thank yous.”
Rochelle Livingston
“Menla means Medicine Buddha in Tibetan, but I think the esoteric translation must be ‘magic’. Menla is a place unto itself.”
Isa Gucciardi
“Homerun. One of the best retreats I’ve ever attended. Was an incredible treat especially to have so much access to Krishna Das, and I will never forget the Robert Thurman’s hysterical and insightful words. Incredibly inspiring and powerful weekend!”
Susan W.
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