When
October 4–6, 2027
Where
Kansas City, Missouri
In person / 3-day summit
Doubt yourself. Do it anyway.
Three days for people building something that scares them—with practical learning, real conversation, and room to be yourself.
Doubt yourself. Do it anyway.
Learning / Connection / A change of scenery
01 / Your next escape
Find the experience that fits you.
Explore the Summit
02 / Not another boring conference
More than a seat in a room.
We started Empowered Escapes because we wanted the experiences we couldn’t find: meaningful learning, incredible destinations, and a community of people who understand the work you do.
Learn something you can use.
Make space for fresh ideas and a different perspective on your work and business.
Find your people.
Share conversations with fellow therapists and entrepreneurs—without reducing every connection to a networking pitch.
Experience the destination.
Step outside your usual routine and discover the places, people, and experiences around you.
Not sure where to start?
What kind of escape do you need right now?
Answer seven quick questions to discover your escape style—plus two small steps you can take this week, whether or not you travel with us.
- 7 questions
- About 2 minutes
- Free, no email needed
Which escape style is yours?
- Space to reset
- Your people
- A clear next step
- A brave new chapter
03 / In their words
What people take home.
“Energy, connection, ideas, a plan!”
“Meeting more of ‘my people’, increased confidence in my role in this field, clarity on how I want to show up moving forward.”
04 / Your hosts
Hey there. We’re Patrick & Jennifer.
We love traveling. More importantly, we love creating experiences that bring people together in places they’ve only dreamed about.
We believe retreats can make room for personal growth, fresh perspectives, and lifelong friendships. That’s why we combine learning and connection with experiences that help you step outside your comfort zone.
05 / More than time away
Experiences. Growth. Learning. Connection.
A retreat is more than time away. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with what matters—and return with a new perspective.
06 / Want to host your own?
Turn your retreat idea into a plan.
Explore our retreat-planning resources, including the Roadmap to Building Your Retreat: a planning manual and workbook by Jennifer Agee and Patrick Casale.
From setting goals and choosing your audience to timelines, vendors, and post-retreat follow-up—give your idea a practical starting point.
Retreat sponsorship
Support the people doing the work.
Promote your business while supporting entrepreneurial therapists as they serve our community.