Join us for a 3-day Experiential Intensive in Malaysia, December 2025
Mental health challenges are on the rise in Southeast Asia, with the region accounting for 27% of global depression cases and 23% of anxiety cases (WHO). Rapid urbanization and societal pressures contribute to stress and untreated mental health issues due to stigma and limited healthcare access. At the root of these struggles are limiting core beliefs and negative self-talk, shaped by early life experiences. These hidden patterns influence self-worth, relationships, and overall well-being. By recognizing and reshaping hese beliefs, individuals can cultivate resilience and healing.nd rather than making any of this wrong, you will explore how “all of you” supports your clients’ process, provided you can stay out of their way.
This retreat offers a transformative experience to explore mental health, core beliefs, and self-awareness using Compassionate Inquiry®, a psychotherapeutic approach created by Dr. Gabor Maté.
Sat Dharam Kaur ND, the lead facilitator of this retreat, developed his approach into a training program that could be taught to others. Through guided introspection, participants will uncover unconscious patterns, release suppressed emotions, and reconnect with their authentic selves.
By freeing ourselves from past narratives, we open the door to greater clarity, choice, and emotional freedom.
Facilitators
Sat Dharam Kaur ND – the Lead Facilitator
Sat Dharam Kaur ND has been practicing as a naturopathic doctor since 1989, with a focus on women’s health, cancer and mind-body approaches to healing.
Sat Dharam has been studying, hosting, working and teaching with Dr. Gabor Maté since 2012, and structured his work in a format that could be taught to others, which is now the Compassionate Inquiry Professional Online Training. Since 2019, much of her naturopathic practice has included Compassionate Inquiry. She is currently the co-director and Facilitation Director for Compassionate Inquiry.
Her educational background includes a BA with a major in psychology and English literature, and a B.Sc. in biology from the University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada. She completed postgraduate studies in naturopathic medicine at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and taught stress management and women’s health at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine for 10 years. She has written three books on women’s health and has presented at numerous conferences.
Sat Dharam is an expert instructor in Kundalini Yoga, which she has practiced and taught for over 45 years. She has developed yoga-based curriculums in addiction recovery, trauma and breast health and trains teachers globally in those specialties.
Sat Dharam lives with her husband in an off-grid home on 105 acres and takes care of fruit trees and a large garden. She enjoys hiking, cycling, and communing with plants. She has three adult children and two grandchildren.
The Organizers
Yee Thong Wong (YT) is a Certified Compassionate Inquiry® Practitioner, ontological coach, and trauma-informed therapist based in Malaysia. Drawing from a background in corporate leadership, YT brings strategic clarity and compassionate presence to help clients uncover unconscious patterns and reconnect with their authentic selves.
His integrative approach includes Ontological Coaching, and somatic practices like breathwork, emphasizing the mind-body-emotion connection. Outside of work, YT enjoys time with family, travel, and creative expression through art and culture.
Ariff Hew is a compassionate guide rooted in empathy and deep listening. Through mindfulness, meditation, and reflective dialogue, he supports clients in aligning with their core values and unlocking their true potential.
Blending philosophy with practical insight, Ariff helps individuals and groups explore challenges with clarity and intention. He creates nurturing spaces where people feel heard, leading to meaningful breakthroughs. His work inspires others to live purposefully and contribute positively to their communities.
Who is this retreat for?
This retreat is for anyone ready to turn inward and do the courageous work of self-inquiry and healing. Whether you’re a team leader, a caregiver, a coach – or simply someone seeking to live with more awareness and compassion – this is for you.
You may be…
A mid-level manager or C-suite leader looking to deepen your capacity for self-leadership
A coach, therapist, or facilitator seeking to hold safer, deeper spaces for others
A seeker or individual on a personal growth journey, curious about your patterns and ready to reconnect with your inner self
No matter your role, this retreat invites you to shift from reactivity to presence, from performance to authenticity, and from limiting beliefs to inner liberation.
While the tools explored here may strengthen your leadership presence, this is not a corporate leadership program.It is a psychotherapy-informed retreat that supports you in cultivating the most important leadership of all: the leadership of your Self – in work, in life, and in relationship with others.
Location and Schedule
We will start at 9.00am on Friday 5th December 2025 and complete by 5.00pm on Sunday 7th December 2025.
Location: Ratu Rening Residency, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The retreat will be held at Ratu Rening, a serene private estate nestled in the forest, where nature gently holds space for inner transformation. All accommodations are shared rooms, thoughtfully designed to foster connection, safety, and support.
We understand that doing deep inner work can feel vulnerable, which is why we encourage participants to come with a friend, loved one, or someone they trust. Sharing a room creates a sense of familiarity and co-regulation, helping you feel grounded and seen as you journey inward. For those joining solo, we pair you with fellow participants who share a similar intention – a chance to feel part of a like-minded community, where healing happens not in isolation, but in togetherness.
At Ratu Rening, healing is supported not just by the work itself, but by the environment: a sacred space where nature, connection, and compassion come together.
We are welcoming only 26 participants for this retreat to cultivate a more intimate,safe, and deeply supported experience for everyone attending. The options are:
Premium+ (2 pax per space): USD 765 per pax / RM 3,185 per pax (only 4 spaces available)
Premium (2 pax per space): USD 720 per pax / RM 2,985 per pax (only 2 spaces available)
Comfort (3 pax per space): USD 670 per pax / RM 2,785 per pax (only 2 spaces available)
Shared (4 pax per space): USD 615 per pax / RM 2,545 per pax (only 2 spaces available)
What’s Included
Your retreat fee covers the full 3-day Compassionate Inquiry® program, including all facilitation sessions with our lead facilitator and support team. You’ll be staying in shared accommodations at the beautiful Ratu Rening estate, with three nourishing meals a day, refreshments, and snacks provided throughout. Each day also includes a special evening activity to help you integrate and unwind. As part of your journey, you’ll receive a reflection journal to accompany your inner work and a goodie bag curated with love –filled with meaningful surprises to support your experience and beyond.
For more information, please contact:
Yee Thong (YT), 019-3287752, [email protected]
Ariff Hew, 018-2233782, [email protected]
You will be provided with information on how to get to the venue after your place has been confirmed.
Our Living Spaces
There are a number of accommodation available at Ratu Rening comprising of:
Full Schedule
We will start at 9.00am on Friday 5th December 2025 and complete by 5.00pm on Sunday 7th December 2025
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Registration
Capacity 26 participants
Yee Thong (YT), 019-3287752, [email protected]
Ariff Hew, 018-2233782, [email protected]
Cancellation Policy
This is an experiential event with a limited number of spaces available. Since a space is reserved for you when you register and pay, there are no refunds available for this event. No exceptions.
Feel free to share this event with friends, family, colleagues or whomever may benefit.