PINETOP/LAKESIDE, AZ
623.343.1434
APRIL 23RD - 25TH 2026
Learn to Bake Sourdough.
Heal Your Relationship with Money.
Rise into Your Worth.
A weekend retreat in Pinetop, AZ where bread becomes therapy, and your story gets a fresh start.
Mission Statement
The Dough Retreat exists to nourish lives from the inside out—through the simple joy of sourdough and the empowering clarity of financial education. Over the course of a weekend, we create space for connection, curiosity, and confidence—so every individual leaves with tools to rise in both her kitchen and her finances.
Vision Statement
We envision a world where individuals reclaim their relationship with money and nourishment, no longer surviving on scarcity, shame, or hustle. At The Dough Retreat, we spark a movement of individuals who know their worth, trust their wisdom, and build lives made to order—one weekend, one loaf, and one breakthrough at a time.
What's Included
Part financial reset. Part sourdough therapy. All heart.
2 nights / 3 days in a cozy private retreat home in Pinetop, AZ
All meals, snacks, and beverages (yes, including sourdough!)
Hands-on sourdough baking lessons + full starter kit to take
Personal finance coaching to rewrite your money story and create a plan
Group tapping, journaling, and nervous system reset practices
Guest gifts + workbook for ongoing transformation
Reiki-infused rest time, laughter, community & space to rise
Small group size (only 6 attendees!) for deep connection + support
Deep Forest Porch
Your Lodging
This Retreat is for you if
You’re Choosing a
Conscious Pause
You value intentional space to reconnect, recalibrate, and move forward with clarity.
You’re Ready for a More Sophisticated Money Conversation
You understand money is emotional, energetic, and strategic — and you want mastery, not band-aids.
You See Ritual as a Form of Intelligence
Sourdough becomes a grounding practice — creative, meditative, and deeply embodied.
You Honor Boundaries as a Form of Self-Respect
This weekend is intentionally designed around your nourishment — no guilt required.
You Appreciate Integrated Healing Modalities
You’re drawn to tools like reiki, tapping, journaling, and reflection — when they’re grounded and intentional.
You Invest in Experiences That Create Lasting Shift
You value depth, embodiment, and transformation that continues long after the weekend ends.
Testimonials from Beyond The Dough workshop - a shorter version!
It was enlightening to see how the principles of patience and care in bread-making parallel those in financial planning! C. Gillihan
I never knew that money mindset would not only shift how I feel about and attract money, but that it would create a ripple effect to manifest so many other wonderful things into my life. K. McCutcheon
The Dough Keepers
Trudi Kayser
Financial Consultant | Certified NLP & Timeline Therapist | Baker
Trudi Kayser is a Financial Consultant,
NLP & Timeline Therapist, and Sourdough Baker who helps women rise—emotionally, financially, and personally. With decades of lived experience and professional training, she blends mindset tools with practical money strategies that actually work. After leaving behind burnout and financial chaos herself, Trudi created a path that now empowers others to heal their money story and build a life they love. She's just as comfortable guiding a tapping session as she is teaching you how to fold dough. Her work is warm, grounded, and always rooted in transformation with a touch of fun. She leaves you better than she found you.
Melissa Welch
Retreat Coordinator | Admin Systems Specialist | Financial Consultant
Melissa Welch is a detail-driven Administrative Systems Specialist, Financial Consultant, and Retreat Coordinator with a passion for creating streamlined, efficient processes behind the scenes.
With a strong background in operations, team support, and financial services, she thrives on bringing structure and clarity to fast-paced environments. Melissa is known for her steady presence, proactive communication, and ability to anticipate needs before they arise—making her an essential asset to every team, client, and event she supports.
Jenn Stone
Certified End-of-Life Doula | Reiki Practitioner | Financial Consultant
Jenn Stone is an End Of-Life Doula, Financial Consultant, and Reiki Practitioner dedicated to helping people feel supported in every season of life. With a compassionate, heart-centered approach, she creates safe spaces for people to explore their money stories, navigate life transitions, and embrace holistic well-being. Jenn’s work weaves together practical financial resources, soulful end-of-life guidance, and energy healing to nurture the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. She believes everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and empowered to live in peace and leave at peace. For Jenn, serving others isn’t just a profession—it’s a calling to bring peace, confidence, and a sense of possibility to everyone she meets.
FAQ Section
Do I have to be experienced in sourdough? → Nope! This is for total beginners or bread lovers alike.
What if I have dietary needs? → Just let us know — we accommodate!
What if I can’t make it after booking? → See our flexible refund/transfer policy by clicking on the reserve now
Is this a women-only retreat? → This is a co-ed space, but with a heart-centered, nurturing feel.
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