Dar al-Shifaa Retreat

Morocco

Embark on a Transformative Journey with Dr. Abdallah Rothman

A Heart-Centered Journey of Healing and Companionship

Embark on a Transformative Journey with Dr. Abdallah Rothman

A 4-Day Retreat on a Luxury Riad with serene Atlas Mountain views in Marrakesh, Morocco

A Journey of Inner Healing and Renewal

This retreat offers a sanctuary for deep reflection, healing, and connection, where muraqabah, heart-centered practices in Islamic Psychology, and suhba unfold within a space intentionally designed to support presence and stillness.

Set amidst open land, organic gardens, and expansive views of the Atlas Mountains in Marrakesh, Morocco, the retreat is held in an environment that naturally invites grounding and quiet. The riad itself reflects traditional Moroccan craftsmanship, with warm, simple interiors and open communal spaces that create both comfort and depth.

Rooted in principles of conscious living, the retreat experience is shaped by nourishment, nature, and embodied practice. Whether in moments of solitude in the garden, shared meals, or guided psycho-spiritual sessions, the space and the program come together to gently support a return to balance, presence, and a more centered way of being.

Drawing on this wisdom, Dar al Shifaa has developed a holistic framework of wellbeing, which is at the heart of everything we do, but it is realized to its fullest within a community setting that facilitates collective healing.

Retreat Dates:
Check-in: 10/02/2026 | Check-out: 10/05/2026

Healing in Suhba

Dar al-Shifaa’s retreat is intentionally designed around suhba — sincere companionship — and heart-centered grounding practices rooted in Islamic psychology. In a time where many are carrying both personal and collective heaviness, this space offers a way to be held, not in isolation, but together.
This is not a retreat focused on escape or self-optimization, but on restoration through presence, prayer, embodied practice, and being held within a guided community. Within suhba, healing begins to unfold not only individually, but through shared presence, compassion, and remembrance.

You choose this retreat if you are seeking depth without overwhelm, structure without rigidity, and healing that unfolds through relationship — with the heart, the body, the land, and one another. Every element, from the daily rhythm to the setting and nourishment, is carefully held to support safety, integration, and meaningful inner change.

Where stillness, prayer, and shared presence create space for the heart to heal

What to Expect

A guided and held space for reflection, presence, and the healing of the heart.

Atlas Mountains Views

You arrive at a breathtaking sanctuary nestled just beyond the city of in Marrakesh, where the noise of daily life begins to fade and a quieter rhythm takes over. Surrounded by open land, organic gardens, and distant views of the Atlas Mountains, the space invites you into stillness from the very first moment. The air feels softer here, the pace more intentional, as you step into an environment designed for reflection, connection, and gentle return to what truly matters.

Suhba and Companionship

This retreat is not a solitary inward journey. It is a collective one. You will be accompanied by others who are also turning inward with sincerity, creating a shared field of presence where healing is supported through togetherness. Through connection, shared silence, attentive listening, and unspoken understanding, companionship becomes a quiet guide, reminding the heart that it does not heal in isolation. In being witnessed and in witnessing others, the heart softens, steadies, and finds its way back to what is essential.

Presence and Practice

Through guided sessions woven throughout the day, you engage in heart-centered and somatic practices, reflective teachings, and experiential exercises rooted in Islamic psychology. Time is intentionally paced with prayer and rest, allowing insights to deepen and integrate naturally. Moments of learning are balanced with stillness, movement, and shared presence, supporting the nervous system and creating space for the heart to soften, reflect, and return to its natural rhythm.

Gathered in Presence

You move through the retreat within a space shaped by guidance and care, where shared stillness, gentle reflection, and attentive presence create the conditions for the heart to soften and heal.

What You’ll

Experience

Across four days, you’ll move between guided practices, reflection, prayer, shared meals, nature, and meaningful companionship. Each element is held with intention, creating space to settle, listen inwardly, and reconnect with the heart.

Islamic Psychology

Deepen your understanding of the self and your innate wholeness through accessible frameworks of the ‘science of the soul’ rooted in Islamic teachings.

Nature Immersion

Explore the expansive coastal farm with guided hikes, beach walks, and moments of contemplation amidst nature.

Somatic Practices

Engage in breathwork, meditative awareness (muraqabah), and gentle somatic exercises to harmonize body and spirit.

Farm-to-Table Cuisine

Savor organic, halal meals prepared with fresh ingredients sourced directly from the farm.

Self Reflection

Nurture your inner awareness through dedicated self introspection (muhasabah) practices and quiet moments of personal reflection.

Community Connection

Build soulful relationships through guided pair work, group activities, discussions, storytelling, and shared experiences.

Farm-to-Table Nourishment

Meals at the retreat are prepared with care, intention, and respect for the land. Ingredients are grown on the farm using regenerative practices that honor the soil, the seasons, and the people who tend them. Food is harvested thoughtfully and prepared as nourishment, not just sustenance.

Each meal is halal, seasonal, and shared together, supporting both physical nourishment and a sense of connection. Eating becomes part of the retreat experience, a moment to slow down, gather, and receive what has been grown with patience, care, and love.

A Luxury Marrakesh

Riad

Set on expansive natural grounds just outside the city of Marrakesh, this private riad offers a refined yet deeply tranquil setting designed for rest, reflection, and connection. The space brings together traditional Moroccan craftsmanship with modern comfort, featuring open living areas, handcrafted architectural details, and a central courtyard that anchors the experience in calm and stillness.

Surrounded by organic gardens and open landscapes, the venue creates a natural rhythm of grounding and ease. Guests are held within a contained, intimate environment with spacious ensuite rooms, shared gathering areas, and wellness amenities including a traditional hammam and outdoor spaces for rest and contemplation.

The venue rooted in sustainability and conscious living, the venue extends beyond accommodation into a holistic experience, where nourishment, nature, and intentional design come together to support both individual reflection and collective presence.

Who This Is For

For those who are seeking spiritual and emotional renewal in a guided, heart-centered space.

Individuals Seeking Spiritual and Emotional Renewal

This retreat is for those who feel the need to slow down, re-center, and tend to their inner life. It offers space for reflection, grounding, and healing within a supportive and guided environment.

For Those Carrying the Weight of the World

This retreat is for those who feel the emotional and spiritual weight of both personal and collective experience, and are seeking a space to process, soften, and reconnect. It offers a grounded environment where personal healing and collective responsibility are not separate, where tending to your own heart is itself an act of service to those around you

Professionals, Caregivers, and Those in Need of Rest

If you spend much of your time holding responsibility for others and are feeling fatigued or stretched thin, this retreat offers an opportunity to rest, restore, and reconnect with yourself in a compassionate community.

Your Guide

Holding the Space Together

Dr. Abdallah Rothman:

Founder and Director of Dar al-Shifaa, with 20+ years of experience in mental health and wellbeing, Head of Islamic Psychology at Cambridge Muslim College, and President of the International Association of Islamic Psychology. Dr. Abdallah holds an MA and PhD in psychology and is a Licensed Professional Counselor, his holistic approach engages heart, mind, body and spirit in healing.

Retreat Flow & Agenda

The retreat unfolds over several days in a gentle, intentional rhythm. Each day is anchored by prayer and shared presence, with guided sessions woven together with rest, reflection, and communal gatherings. Evenings are held around the bonfire with nasheed and quiet connection, allowing space for integration. The flow is designed to be spacious and unhurried, supporting deep listening, inner settling, and meaningful return to oneself and to Allah.

Day 1 | Arrival & Opening

Arrival, check-in, and settling in Jumu‘ah prayer, Opening sessions, Break and prayer, Evening session, Dinner, Bonfire gathering with prayer and nasheed

Day 2 | Deepening the Work

Breakfast Morning sessions Break Late-morning session Dhuhr prayer and lunch Afternoon session Break Late-afternoon session Prayer and rest Dinner Evening bonfire and nasheed Maghrib prayer

Day 3 | Integration & Continuity

Breakfast Morning sessions Break Late-morning session Dhuhr prayer and lunch Afternoon session Break Late-afternoon session Prayer and rest Dinner Evening bonfire and nasheed Maghrib prayer

Day 4 | Closing & Departure

Breakfast Closing sessions Break Final session Dhuhr prayer and lunch Departure

Pricing & Registration

Daba Riad offers beautifully appointed ensuite rooms within a traditional Moroccan riad, set amidst organic gardens with views of the Atlas Mountains. All registrations include full access to retreat activities, halal farm-to-table meals, and use of the riad’s facilities including the hammam. Dar al-Shifaa premium members receive a 10% discount.

Couples registration

$ 3,864

Designed for pairs who wish to share the retreat experience while maintaining space for both connection and individual reflection.

Private ensuite bedroom
Full access to all retreat sessions
Daily meals (farm-to-table, halal)
Access to riad amenities (pool, horse club, gardens)
Group activities and guided practices

Single Registration – Women’s Quarter

$1,932

For women joining individually, you will be paired with another sister in a private ensuite bedroom with two single beds. Perfect for those who want to fully immerse in the spirit of the retreat, where Suhba and community are at its heart.

Shared ensuite bedroom (double occupancy)
Full access to all retreat sessions for both participants
Daily meals (farm-to-table, halal)
Access to riad amenities (pool, horse club, gardens)
Group activities and guided practices

Single Registration – Men’s Quarter

$1,932

For men joining individually, you will be paired with another brother in a private ensuite bedroom with two single beds. Perfect for those who want to fully immerse in the spirit of the retreat, where Suhba and community are at its heart.

Shared family accommodation
Full access to all retreat sessions for both participants
Daily meals (farm-to-table, halal)
Access to riad amenities (pool, horse club, gardens)
Group activities and guided practices

A peaceful reset. The retreat offered a beautiful and much-needed pause that helped me slow down, reconnect, and feel deeply supported throughout the experience.

2025, Retreat Attendee

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Program content will officially start at 3:00 PM on Friday, October 2nd, The official closing will be on Monday, October 10th, at 2:00 PM.

Check-in: 10/02/2026 | 9:00AM Check-out: 10/05/2026 12:00PM

If your visa application is unsuccessful, your payment will be fully refunded. Refund Deadlines in June 30, 2026

Guests will stay in spacious, ensuite bedrooms with premium bedding, offering a quiet and restful environment. The riad includes shared living areas, a central courtyard with a pool, and outdoor spaces that open into organic gardens and views of the Atlas Mountains.

When you register as an individual, you will be placed in a shared room with another attendee of the same gender. Women will be accommodated in the Women’s Quarter and men in the Men’s Quarter.

Yes. If you have a preference for who you’d like to share a room with, simply email us at info@dar-al-shifaa.com after completing your registration and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

No, we are not offering a dedicated children’s program for this retreat. If you would like to attend with your child, please reach out to us via email so we can discuss possible arrangements.

Enjoy farm-to-table halal breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Meals are prepared with fresh, organic ingredients sourced directly from the farm.

Payment is refundable until July 30th in case of visa denial. For other cancellations, please contact us at info@dar-al-shifaa.com. All refund requests must be submitted by June 30th.