03/27/2026
As part of the mission of Golden Hill to activate our inner healer we are hosting a Wellness Expo designed to bring together a diverse range of healers, practitioners, and modalities under one roof. This experience allows the community to explore, learn, and directly engage with transformative healing practices in an accessible and supportive environment.
In the weeks leading up to the upcoming expo on Saturday April 18, we will be featuring each speaker and practitioner, offering a deeper introduction to the individuals who will be sharing their knowledge, gifts, and services. This series is an invitation to connect, become familiar with the offerings, and begin your journey even before stepping onto the land.
Dr. Nelson Valena, MD is a physician specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, with a subspecialty in Brain Injury Medicine and more than 30 years of clinical experience. He initiated his career in academic teaching at Baylor College of Medicine then afterwards started his private practice. Throughout his career, Dr. Valena has remained deeply committed to supporting patient recovery and enhancing quality of life through comprehensive neurological rehabilitation.
Following his own transformative journey after experiencing a stroke in 2011, Dr. Valena expanded his clinical path to include integrative and holistic approaches to healing. This pivotal experience inspired him to explore modalities such as integrative medicine, energy medicine, psychedelic-assisted therapies, medical hypnotherapy, somatic therapy, psycho energetic practices, sound & vibration therapies, as well as shamanic practices. He went on to complete a fellowship in integrative medicine through the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine and received certification in Energy Medicine from the Four Winds Society and currently enrolled in the Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Certification program with the Institute of Integrative Psychiatry. Dr. Valena has also received training in Ann Adam’s Shamanic Apprenticeship Programs giving him further insights on the power of shamanic ritual and practices. He also had the privilege of training in clinical hypnotherapy under EKKA Institute of clinical hypnotherapy as well as training in Unified Integrative Medicine
developed by Dr. Nader Butto which is a new innovative healing paradigm providing a scientific and philosophical model that integrates conventional Western medicine with Eastern healing traditions. He is a board member of the nonprofit Physician Transformation Institute whose aim is to empower healthcare professionals to take on transformative journeys and reimagined leadership roles within their communities and to provide them with the resources and support they need to address the most pressing issues in healthcare.
Together with his partner, Jason Anderson, Dr. Valena co-founded Golden Hill Retreat Center—a sanctuary devoted to blending scientific rigor with spiritual wisdom. Through wellness expos, retreats, and immersive programs, the center creates opportunities for individuals to reconnect with their inner healer while fostering a vibrant, collaborative community of holistic practitioners.
✨ You’re Invited to the 4th Annual Golden Hill Retreat 2026 Wellness Expo! ✨🌿
At Golden Hill Retreat Center, our mission has always been clear: to create a sacred space where community, nature, science, and spirituality come together in harmony. As we continue to grow, so does our vision — to cultivate a thriving community of individuals passionate about natural and holistic living, conscious healing, and meaningful connection.
It is now time for us to come together in community!
We invite you to our 2026 Wellness Expo on Saturday April 18
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
📍 7160 FM 224 Rd, Coldspring, TX 77331
🚐 Shuttle service available from Coldspring Town Square for overflow parking
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🌟 Featured Speakers & Experiences
• Dr. Nelson Valena – Intro to Wholistic Health: Healing the Body–Mind–Spirit
• Dr. Manoj Bhardwaj – The Mind Behind the Mind: The Operating System Behind Behavior and Healing
• Dr. Tova Alladice – Beyond the Pain: An Integrative Path to Lasting Relief
• Madhavi Chalasani – Energy Medicine: A Bridge Between Mind, Body & Consciousness
• Mel Arenas & Harry Stafford – Breathe to Wellness
• Jason Anderson – Movement & Aroma as Medicine
• Jessica Garcia – The Stillness Within: A Restorative Yoga Journey
• Community Cacao Ceremony – Closing Heart-Centered Gathering
🥗 Join us for a Community Potluck Gathering after the Expo!
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✨ What to Expect:
• Educational & experiential presentations
• Holistic healing practices
• Interactive wellness sessions
• Local artisan & wellness vendors
• Meaningful community connection in a beautiful natural setting
Whether you are just beginning your wellness journey or deeply rooted in holistic living, this Expo offers inspiration, education, and connection for everyone.
🌿 VENDORS WANTED! 🌿
We are seeking aligned vendors who are passionate about holistic health, conscious products, natural healing modalities, innovative wellness technology, and community empowerment. This is a powerful opportunity to showcase your offerings and connect with a heart-centered audience.
If you believe in bridging worlds — science and spirit, modern and ancient, clinical and energetic — we would love for you to join us.
To register see link below :
Vendor fee ($55)/ Attendees (free)
https://expo2026.goldenhillretreat.com/
