Physician-Guided · Sedona, Arizona
Experience a Medically Supervised Water Fasting Retreat in Beautiful Sedona, Arizona
Sometimes the most powerful step toward wellness begins with giving the body time to rest.
Discover how physician-guided water fasting, nutrition, restorative therapies, and a peaceful healing environment come together to create an immersive wellness retreat experience unlike any other.
Led by licensed physicians · Set on 3+ acres beneath Sedona's Red Rocks · No obligation, no pressure
Medically Supervised Water Fasting
At Sedona Wellness Retreat, we provide medically supervised water fasting programs designed to support rest, reflection, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle changes.
Located among the stunning red rocks of Sedona, Arizona, our retreat combines naturopathic doctor supervision, personalized wellness guidance, organic nutrition, supportive IV therapies, and a peaceful environment where guests can focus entirely on their well-being.
Whether you’re exploring water fasting for the first time or looking for a comprehensive wellness retreat experience, our free educational video series will answer many of your questions before you ever speak with our team.
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✔ Physician Guided
✔ Medically Supervised
✔ Beautiful Sedona Setting
✔ Educational Video Series
What Makes Our Retreat Different?
Rather than simply taking a break from everyday life, our programs are intentionally designed to provide an environment that encourages rest, education, and healthy lifestyle practices.
Our approach includes:
💧 Medically Supervised Water Fasting
👩⚕️ Naturopathic Doctor Oversight
🧭 Personalized Wellness Guidance
🥕 Food as Medicine Philosophy
🥗 Organic Nutrition
💉 Supportive IV Therapies
🏡 Comfortable Private Lodging
🏜️ Peaceful Sedona Environment
📚 Wellness Education
🍎 Personalized Refeeding Guidance
Why People Come to Sedona Wellness Retreat
People visit for many reasons, but most are looking for the same thing: a place to slow down, learn, and be cared for by people who understand what they’re going through. Guests come to:
👩⚕️ Learn about physician-guided wellness programs
💧 Explore water fasting in a supervised setting
🥕 Experience nutrition-centered, food-as-medicine principles
🏜️ Spend time in a peaceful, restorative environment
🧭 Receive personalized wellness guidance from our clinical team
🌱 Build sustainable habits they can carry home
The best way to understand if this is right for you is to hear directly from our team.
A Few Minutes With Our Medical Director
Before anything else, we want you to know who we are and what to expect. In this short video, Dr Ryan, our Medical Director, shares our philosophy, what a stay at Sedona Wellness Retreat looks like, and who our program is designed for.
🌿 Who We Are & What We Believe
🏜 What Happens During Your Stay
🚶 Who This Retreat Is Designed For
🏡 What to Expect From Day One
💧 Medically Supervised Water Fasting
📅 A Day at Sedona Wellness Retreat
Get Instant Access to the Complete 11-Part Educational Series
Want the full picture? The free video series goes deeper into Water Fasting, our advanced program, nutrition, medical supervision, and daily life at the retreat. [Watch the series →]
Why Guests Choose Sedona Wellness Retreat
💧 Medically Supervised Water Fasting- Every guest’s stay is overseen by our licensed medical team, who tailor guidance to your individual needs and monitor your wellbeing throughout your stay.
🥕 Food as Medicine- Meals are built around whole, organic, plant-based nutrition — designed to nourish the body and support the principles our program is founded on.
🥤 Fresh Organic Juices- Freshly pressed juices are prepared daily using organic produce, a cornerstone of the nutritional approach guests learn to continue at home.
🏜 Sedona Healing Environment- Set against Sedona’s red rock landscape, the retreat offers a quiet, natural setting many guests describe as calming from the moment they arrive.
🚶 Gentle Daily Movement- Guided walks and gentle movement sessions support circulation and wellbeing at a pace that fits each guest.
🧘 Rest & Reflection Structured time for rest is built into every day — because healing takes place in stillness as much as in activity.
🏡 Comfortable Accommodations- Private, comfortable lodging gives guests a restful home base between sessions, meals, and time outdoors.
📚 Wellness Education- Through physician-led presentations, practical workshops, and educational resources, guests gain a deeper understanding of nutrition, healthy lifestyle practices, water fasting, and wellness strategies they can continue long after returning home.
🤝 Supportive Community- Share the experience alongside others who value health, personal growth, and wellness. Many guests appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, meaningful conversations, and sense of connection found throughout their stay.
The People Behind Your Care
Many of our guests tell us they chose Sedona Wellness Retreat because of who they met here, not just the program itself. Meet the physicians and staff who will guide your stay.
Ryan Ferchoff, NMD
Dominic Valdes-Mumma, NMD
Allison Merkey, NMD
Naturopathic Vitalistic Medicine
Built on the core belief that living organisms possess an innate, intelligent healing force (vis medicatrix naturae) that constantly strives to maintain and restore balance.
Rather than merely suppressing symptoms, the practitioner’s role is to identify and remove obstacles to this self-healing process, utilizing the gentlest interventions necessary. This philosophy views health as the natural state of humanity, where the body’s internal wisdom reflects the order of the universe.
Meet the Whole Team:
Want to hear more from our team before you decide anything? Start with our free video series — it includes extended conversations with our Entire Staff. [Watch now →Video 8]
Guest Stories - In Their Own Words
Every guest's experience is personal. Here's what some of them have shared about their time at Sedona Wellness Retreat — not medical outcomes, but the experience of being here.
Kathryn:
- Initial feelings: The speaker felt nervous and scared before beginning the fast but decided to commit to it while at the location.
- During the fast: While the experience was slightly difficult and the speaker felt tired, they found it to be manageable.
- Post-fast results: After completing the fast, the speaker felt great and continues to feel good.
Wendy:
- Traditional Medicine Limitations: The speaker’s doctor dismissed alternative treatments like wellness retreats, IVs, and vitamins. She felt his training caused him to focus only on specific organs and conditions rather than looking at her whole body and system.12
- Holistic Care Team: The speaker views her care team as extending beyond just her traditional medical doctors.
- Alternative Practices: She has successfully incorporated meditation, yoga, and mind-body conversations into her routine.
Michele:
- Appreciation of Simple Foods: The speaker highlights the sensory experience of food, specifically mentioning the scent and taste of a watermelon-celery juice. They express gratitude for simple ingredients, such as carrots, which they now take the time to chew slowly and fully appreciate.
Individual experiences vary. Testimonials reflect personal opinions about the retreat experience and are not intended as claims about medical treatment or outcomes.
Get Instant Access to Our Free 11-Part Educational Series
Before you decide anything, learn exactly what a stay at Sedona Wellness Retreat looks like — straight from our medical team. No pressure, no obligation. Just answers.
“What you’ll learn” list:
🌿 Our philosophy and approach
💧 Water Fasting, explained
🥕 Nutrition and food-as-medicine principles
🏡 What daily life at the retreat looks like
👩⚕️ How medical supervision works
🛏️ Lodging and accommodations
🎒 What to pack for your stay
🌱 Post-retreat guidance
❓ Answers to frequently asked questions
🏜️ What to expect if you decide to visit
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A Glimpse of Sedona Wellness Retreat
Common Questions
Q: What does a typical day look like? Days include a mix of medical check-ins, nutrition-focused meals, gentle movement, rest, and educational time — structured but unhurried.
Q: How long are programs? Programs typically range from 2 to 8 weeks, depending on your goals and your physician’s recommendation.
Q: What should I bring? Comfortable clothing for gentle movement and Sedona’s climate, and anything that supports your personal comfort during rest periods. A full packing guide is included in our free video series.
Q: Who supervises the program? All guests are supervised by our licensed medical team throughout their stay, with individualized guidance based on their needs.
Q: Where is the retreat located? Sedona Wellness Retreat is located in Sedona, Arizona, set against the region’s red rock landscape.
Q: What are the accommodations like? Guests stay in private, comfortable rooms designed to feel like a restful home base between sessions and meals.
Q: Is this a hospital or medical facility? No. Sedona Wellness Retreat is a physician-guided wellness retreat, not a hospital. Our licensed medical team provides guidance and supervision within a retreat setting.
Q: What happens after the fast? Guests will follow a prescribed refeed protocol that they will follow here at the retreat.
Ready to Learn More?
Start with the free video series — at your own pace, with no pressure. If you have questions afterward, our team is here to talk.
Or, if you're ready to talk now: Schedule a Discovery Call
Sedona Wellness Retreat is a physician-guided wellness program.
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