Swedenborg Foundation

Inflow

A weekend of slowing down, turning inward, and reconnecting with your inner life.

What is Inflow?

Spiritual teachings brought to life through lived experience

Inflow is a growing series of experiential offerings designed to bring Swedenborg’s spiritual teachings into lived, embodied experience. Rooted in Swedenborg’s writings and informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS), Inflow invites you into a deeper, more conscious relationship with your inner life.

Through retreats, workshops, and guided group spaces, participants explore the inner landscape of the psyche — learning to listen, relate, and work with the different parts of themselves in a grounded, supported way.

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Embodied Experience

Transform conceptual knowledge into something felt and alive through guided movement, meditation, and inner work.

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Inner Connection

Rediscover hope, playfulness, and self-compassion by reconnecting with the different parts of yourself.

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Supported Community

A safe, grounded environment with professional counseling support present throughout the weekend.

The retreat was all I hoped for and much more. I was nervous I would get lost in IFS jargon but that didn’t happen because Chelsea did her homework and mapped IFS concepts onto Swedenborg’s cosmology. As I said — wow!

Participant, 2025

Upcoming Retreat

Join us this fall

October 16 – 18, 2026

Ludlow, Vermont

845 Okemo Ridge Rd, Ludlow, VT 05149

A weekend workshop exploring Swedenborg’s teachings on the inner and outer self through lived experience. A unique blend of Swedenborg and IFS in a beautiful Vermont setting. Space is limited — register early to save your spot.

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Stay tuned

Next retreat coming soon

We’re planning our next Inflow experience. Check back here for dates and registration, or reach out to be notified when registration opens.

In their words

What participants are saying

“Chelsea’s integration of IFS and Swedenborgian worldviews was a breath of fresh air — deeply insightful, immediately applicable, and profound. This workshop has enormous potential for healing in our hurting world.”

Lifelong Swedenborg student & Level 2 IFS trained psychotherapist

“I needed this redirection in my life at this time. I now feel confident in my future.”

Participant, 2025

“The retreat was all I hoped for and much more. I was nervous I would get lost in IFS jargon but that didn’t happen because Chelsea did her homework and mapped IFS concepts onto Swedenborg’s cosmology and that was the focus of most sessions.”

Participant, 2025

The Weekend

What to expect

Guided Inner Work

Meditation, movement, intuitive drawing, and parts-based exercises guided by experienced facilitators.

Swedenborg + IFS

Sessions that map Internal Family Systems concepts onto Swedenborg’s cosmology in accessible, practical ways.

Professional Support

A licensed counselor is present throughout the weekend for anyone who needs to process what comes up.

Accommodations Included

Two nights of lodging, meals, and unlimited beverages in a beautiful retreat setting.

Looking back

Past Inflow experiences

2026
Inflow Spring Retreat

May 1 – 3 · Pitcairn House, Huntingdon Valley, PA

2025
Inflow Summer Retreat

August 8 – 10 · Harmony Mountain House, Phillipsburg, NJ

Ready?

Come experience it for yourself

Whether you’re joining for a weekend retreat, a day-long workshop, or a future group offering, Inflow is an invitation to slow down, turn inward, and actively engage your inner life.

Register for the next retreat