
Roots of Healing: The Game of Life Retreat
June 20 – 23, 2025 | Burbank, CA
or NOW VIa Zoom
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Heal & Transform
Release deep-rooted ancestral trauma, reconnect with your authentic true self, and break free from limiting patterns through transformative mind, body, and spirit healing.
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Exclusive & Intimate
A 3-day retreat in Burbank, CA with only 36 participants, featuring powerful sessions with Karie Gonia, Kellee White, and Dr. Shirley Impellizzeri.
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VIP Experience
Upgrade for VIP access with only 15 participants, including priority seating, a private VIP dinner, exclusive gifts, and more, offering deeper connection and personalized insights.
Join Us for
A Transformational Experience in
Mind, Body & Spirit
Healing is not just about the present—it’s about understanding and releasing the past to create the future you desire. Roots of Healing: The Game of Life is an exclusive 3-day retreat designed to help you break free from ancestral trauma, heal emotional wounds, and align with your most authentic self through the powerful integration of mind, body, and spirit.
Led by renowned experts in healing and transformation:
- Karie Gonia – Family Constellation Therapy & Ancestral Healing
- Kellee White – Spiritual Mediumship & Connecting with the Other Side
- Dr. Shirley Impellizzeri – Shadow Work Therapy & Mind-Body Awareness
Together, they will guide you through deep, meaningful work to heal past experiences and reclaim the life you are meant to live.
How it Helps
The Power of Mind, Body & Spirit Healing
This retreat is designed to help you heal from the inside out by addressing:
💫 The Roots of Ancestral Trauma (Karie Gonia) – Release inherited patterns, reconnect with your lineage, and uncover the hidden influences of your past through Family Constellation Therapy.
💫 Mind-Body Awareness & Shadow Work Therapy (Dr. Shirley Impellizzeri) – Learn how past experiences are stored in your body, how stress and trauma shape your responses, and how to heal through deep self-awareness and somatic work.
💫 Spiritual Healing & Connection (Kellee White) – Bridge the gap between this world and the other side, receiving insights and messages from loved ones in spirit to find peace, closure, and divine guidance.
This integrative approach empowers you to let go of the defended version of yourself and step fully into the authentic, empowered being you are meant to be.
Accommodations
The fabulous
Hotel Amarano
Where Old Hollywood Meets New Burbank
Amarano welcomes all with open arms. Find your sense of place at Hotel Amarano Burbank Hollywood. Privacy and playfulness are of the essence here. Inspired by the glamour and spirit of Old Hollywood, our luxury boutique hotel blends vintage and modern for a re-imagined experience. Whether it’s simply retreating to the pool in anonymity or sipping a cocktail in your room or FYC, Amara welcomes you to come as you are.
Surrounded by the iconic movie studios of Burbank, the AAA 4 Diamond hotel is a tranquil hideaway where its easy to relax, play, dine, and meet in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Indulge in elegantly designed rooms and suites with dreamy beds and Italian linens.
Lounge in a poolside daybed with a cocktail and the California sunshine. Gather for creative California fare and craft libations at FYC Kitchen & Bar. Connect and celebrate in our indoor and outdoor event spaces. Explore Burbank, from Warner Bros. Studios around the corner to Universal Hollywood. Give in to irresistible.
Upon registration for the retreat, you’ll receive comprehensive event details, including instructions on securing your accommodations at an exclusive group rate ($235/night + taxes & fees) within the Hotel Amarano.
During the retreat, your senses will awaken each morning with a seasonal breakfast spread, thoughtfully curated with fresh ingredients to invigorate and nourish. Lunch is also included, featuring a selection of deli-crafted sandwiches and sides to keep you energized throughout the day (these meals are included in your tuition and will be served Saturday & Sunday).
As the day unfolds, you’ll have the freedom to explore Burbank’s vibrant culinary scene for dinner—whether it’s a charming bistro, an artisanal bakery, or a cozy café just a short stroll away. On Saturday evening, we invite you to gather as a group for a special dining experience at a local Italian bistro across the street. While dinner is not included, a group setting has been arranged for an evening filled with great food, meaningful conversations, and connection.
All participants are invited to attend a Warm Welcome Reception on Friday evening on the rooftop and a closing reception on Sunday evening at the Crystal Shrine!
We can’t wait to guide you on this journey.
With love,
Karie, Kellee & Dr. Shirley
The Details
The Retreat or Zoom Experience
A transformative retreat experience designed to help you heal, awaken, and step into your highest potential.
$900/pp*
*transportation and hotel are separate **not included on Zoom call
The VIP Experience
An exclusive, elevated retreat journey for 15 Guests, with special perks, priority access, and intimate connection.
$1200/pp*
*transportation and hotel are separate
Meet Your Hosts

Karie Gonia
Karie Gonia is a Spiritual Intuitive, Healer, and Guide specializing in Family Constellation Therapy (FCT), ancestral healing, trauma recovery, and personal transformation. As a Reiki Master, Shamanic Practitioner, and FCT Facilitator, she helps individuals break free from generational trauma and emotional blocks while guiding them toward profound healing and self-discovery.
Through Family Constellation Therapy, Karie uncovers hidden ancestral influences that impact relationships, health, and personal growth, empowering clients to heal at the deepest level. With clairvoyance, clairaudience, and empathic insight, she connects with loved ones in spirit, offering messages of guidance, clarity, and healing. Whether navigating grief, addiction recovery, or life transitions, Karie’s compassionate and results-driven approach helps individuals step into their fullest potential and reclaim their power.

Kellee White
Kellee White, LMFT, is a renowned Spiritual Medium, author, and licensed Psychotherapist whose journey from corporate executive to spiritual healer has been life-changing. After a near-fatal brain injury in 2000, Kellee discovered her ability to connect with the spirit world, leading her to embrace a higher calling: guiding souls and healing hearts.
Blending psychotherapy, astrology, numerology, and mediumship, Kellee specializes in trauma healing, grief counseling, and transformation for individuals, celebrities, and corporate leaders. She co-hosts Life After Death & Beyond with James Van Praagh and her own, Ask Me Anything, featuring discussions on spirituality. Her book, Cracked Open: Discovering the Unseen World, has captivated readers worldwide, offering wisdom on life’s unseen realms and the journey of the soul. Kellee’s mission is to bring comfort, clarity, and insight to those seeking answers beyond the physical world.

Dr. Shirley Impellizzeri
Dr. Shirley Impellizzeri is a leading psychologist, author, and trauma expert specializing in somatic healing, attachment theory, and mind-body awareness. With a Ph.D. from UCLA, she has spent decades studying how early life experiences and emotional trauma shape mental well-being and long-term behaviors.
Her work bridges traditional talk therapy with somatic healing, helping individuals understand how stress and trauma become stored in the body. She integrates Somatic Experiencing, a revolutionary method developed by Dr. Peter A. Levine, to release deep-seated emotional wounds and restore balance. By combining past experiences with body awareness, Dr. Shirley empowers individuals to heal unresolved trauma, release defenses, and reclaim their authentic selves. Her approach puts individuals back in the driver’s seat, allowing them to break free from patterns that no longer serve them and embrace lasting transformation.
Together, Karie, Kellee, and Dr. Shirley bring a holistic approach to healing, guiding individuals through ancestral healing, emotional release, and spiritual awakening—helping them break free from past limitations and step into a life of clarity, purpose, and transformation.