Program Options
December 5 through 19, 2022 with Carlos de León
EARLY BIRD OFFER: REGISTER BEFORE OCTOBER 12, 2022 & SAVE UP TO $811.87 OFF THE REGULAR TUITION!
PLEASE NOTE: Enrolment is granted only to students who meet the prerequisites as outlined in what is required to become an Ontogonic Transpersonal Body-Mind Therapist.
This 14-Night/15-Day Residential Retreat: Mage Intensive, Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapy (Year Three), is available to students who apply and are accepted by Carlos de León into the final year of the training program.
Prior to registering for your choice of lodging please contact the Ontogony Team: info@ontogony.com to confirm availability as space is limited. Reservations are accepted on a first-come-first-served basis. The intensive is hosted at Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, an unspoiled natural setting, which supports our dynamic therapeutic journey together.
The Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapy Three-Year Training, in itself, is a complete program for therapists and patients under the Ontogonic Model and is essential to understanding the theoretical foundations of the practice. Ontogonic Therapy recognizes that liberation is not possible while we are caught by the solid reality patterns of our karma. Deep healing is required for most of us to reclaim and integrate a vision that allows us to create a new reality; a reality no longer governed by neurosis and karma, but by Love, Freedom, Grace, and Enjoyment. If your vision includes becoming an Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapist, the MAGE Intensive, Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapy (Year Three) is the final component of the foundational training and completes the Three Year Training Program. It offers an integration of the previous two years and a Diploma is issued upon completion of a Thesis and/or any other requirement as requested by Dr. Carlos de León. ONTOGONIC THERAPIST CERTIFICATION PROGRAM The training is geared toward 'Mage Therapy’, a term coined by Dr. Carlos de León to denote a spontaneous connection in the ‘Here and Now’; while facilitating a deep therapy process and following the thread of the presenting neurosis. It recognizes that liberation is impossible as long as we are caught by the solid reality patterns of our karma. Our body type or 'characterology' represents a part of that karma, and one of the most difficult aspects of breaking the physical and energetic characterology is that we have learned to identify so completely with it. Carlos Castaneda called this characterological breakthrough “breaking human form”… a term suggesting that we are really cosmic beings, much more than just our bodies. Deep healing is required for most of us to reclaim and integrate a vision that allows a new reality: a reality no longer governed by neurosis and karma, but by love, freedom, grace, and enjoyment. That is the work of Mage Therapy. In this retreat, under the guidance of Dr. Carlos de Léon, each student practices as a therapist while fellow students observe and provide feedback. By engaging in this way, the deepest aspects of the therapeutic process are explored experientially, technique is polished, and one’s understanding of the principles of Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapy is further clarified and refined. Program Objectives: The vision and goals for the Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapist or Mage-Therapist include the acquisition of the following attitudes, skills, and proficiencies: Guidelines for Ontogonic Therapists: The Mage Intensive is open to students who have completed the following: And/or who meet these criteria: Please Note: Dr. Carlos de León reserves the right to assess and determine appropriateness and compatibility on an individual basis for acceptance into; Mage Intensive, Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapy (Year Three) Training Program. Further Note: While this program is a prerequisite for the completion of training in this field and receipt of a 'Diploma of Completion of Study' for the Three-Year Body-Mind Therapy Training Program, attendance does not guarantee the possibility of certification. Carlos de León reserves the right to assess and determine appropriateness and compatibility on an individual basis. The following steps are required to be accepted into Mage Intensive (Year Three) of the training program if you are not currently active in a Body-Mind Training program with Carlos de León. Your Application, forwarded to Carlos de León for his approval, which includes the following: Program Format: Residential Retreat of 15 Days & 14 Nights Program Dates: December 5 thru 19, 2022 December 5, 2022: Arrival time is 2:00 pm for registration, room check-in, light lunch, and the program session starts at 4:30 pm. December 19, 2022: The closing session ends at approximately 1:00 pm followed by a light lunch before your return. Session Times: December 5, 2022 — 4:30 pm to 10:00 pm December 6 to 18, 2022 — 8:00 am to 10:00 pm December 19, 2022 — 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Location: Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, Maple Ridge, BC; a beautiful property found on the shore of a pristine lake is part of the University of British Columbia’s Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, located 1.5 hours from downtown Vancouver. Tel: (604) 463-8149 / Toll free: 1 (866) 463-8165 Address: 14500 Silver Valley Road, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2R3 Website: http://www.loonlake.ubc.ca Language: English Program Material Access: Access On-Demand in the Ontogony Classroom for 2 years from December 19, 2022. Accommodation & Tuition Options in Canadian Dollars, Inclusive of GST (Goods & Services Taxes) Program Fee: Includes tuition, accommodation for 15 days/14 nights, and meals; 14 breakfasts, 15 lunches, and 14 dinners beginning with lunch on December 5, 2022, and concluding with a light lunch on December 19, 2022. Options for lodging are on a first-come-first-served basis. We recommend that you register early, reserve your choice of accommodation, and provide us with the name of your roommate(s), otherwise we cannot guarantee your selection of lodging. If your choice of lodging is a double or quad room and we are not able to fulfill the roommate requirements, an upgrade charge will apply to your tuition fees. Please Note: All Payment Plans must be secured with a credit card that we can enter into our secure banking system. IMPORTANT UPDATE: Prior to registering for your choice of lodging please contact the Ontogony Team: info@ontogony.com to confirm availability and to ensure we have a roommate(s) for you to share with if you are not providing us with an option. KOERNER LODGE EARLY BIRD OFFER: Valid July 13 to October 12, 2022 Koerner Lodge: Single Room Option (Limited Number of Rooms) SOLD OUT! A – Early Bird, Koerner Lodge Single Room (Payment in Full): $5,649.09 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird, Koerner Lodge Single Room (Three Instalments): $5,931.54 CAD. First payment of $1,977.18 CAD, due at the time of registration; plus 2 equal payments due on the 15th of the months following the date of registration. Koerner Lodge: Double Room Option A – Early Bird, Koerner Lodge Double Room (Payment in Full): $5,208.09 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird, Koerner Lodge Double Room (Three Instalments): $5,468.49 CAD. First payment of $1,822.83 CAD, due at the time of registration; plus 2 equal payments due on the 15th of the months following the date of registration. Koerner Lodge: Quad Room Option A – Early Bird, Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Payment in Full ): $4,914.09 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird, Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Three Instalments): $5,159.79 CAD. First payment of $1,719.93 CAD, due at the time of registration; plus 2 equal payments due on the 15th of the months following the date of registration. REGULAR TUITION OFFER: Valid October 13 to December 12, 2022 Koerner Lodge: Single Room Option (Limited Number of Rooms) SOLD OUT! A – Regular Fee, Koerner Lodge Single Room (Payment in Full): $5,913.69 CAD, due at the time of registration. Koerner Lodge: Double Room Option A – Regular Fee, Koerner Lodge Double Room (Payment in Full): $5,472.69 CAD, due at the time of registration. Koerner Lodge: Quad Room Option A – Regular Fee, Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Payment in Full): $5,178.69 CAD, due at the time of registration. PANABODE LODGE EARLY BIRD OFFER: Valid July 13 to October 12, 2022 Panabode Lodge: Single Room Option (Limited Number of Rooms) SOLD OUT! A – Early Bird, Panabode Lodge Single Room (Payment in Full): $5,208.09 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird, Panabode Lodge Single Room (Three Instalments): $5,468.49 CAD. First payment of $1,822.83 CAD, due at the time of registration; plus 2 equal payments due on the 15th of the months following the date of registration. Panabode Lodge: Double Room Option A – Early Bird, Panabode Lodge Double Room (Payment in Full): $4,914.09 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird, Panabode Lodge Double Room (Three Instalments): $5,159.79 CAD. First payment of $1,822.83 CAD, due at the time of registration; plus 2 equal payments due on the 15th of the months following the date of registration. Panabode Lodge: Quad Room Option A – Early Bird, Panabode Lodge Quad Room (Payment in Full ): $4,620.09 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird, Panabode Lodge Quad Room (Three Instalments): $4,851.09 CAD. First payment of $1,617.03 CAD, due at the time of registration; plus 2 equal payments due on the 15th of the months following the date of registration. REGULAR TUITION OFFER: Valid October 13 to December 12, 2022 Panabode Lodge: Single Room Option (Limited Number of Rooms) SOLD OUT! A – Regular Fee, Panabode Lodge Single Room (Payment in Full): $5,472.69 CAD, due at the time of registration. Panabode Lodge: Double Room Option A – Regular Fee, Panabode Lodge Double Room (Payment in Full): $5,178.69 CAD, due at the time of registration. Panabode Lodge: Quad Room Option A – Regular Fee, Panabode Lodge Quad Room (Payment in Full): $4,884.69 CAD, due at the time of registration. NON-RESIDENTIAL OPTION This includes retreat teachings, 14 breakfasts, 15 lunches, and 14 dinners beginning with dinner on December 5, 2022, and concluding with light lunch on December 19, 2022. There are limited spaces available, therefore we recommend you register at your earliest convenience to reserve your space. EARLY BIRD OFFER: Valid July 13 to October 12, 2022 A – Early Bird, Non-Residential (Payment in Full ): $4,326.09 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird, Non-Residential (Three Instalments): $4,542.39 CAD. First payment of $1,514.13 CAD, due at the time of registration; plus 2 equal payments due on the 15th of the months following the date of registration. REGULAR TUITION OFFER: Valid October 13 to December 12, 2022 A – Regular Fee, Non-Residential (Payment in Full): $4,590.69 CAD, due at the time of registration. Program Access: Access On-Demand in the Ontogony Classroom for 2 years from December 19, 2022. GENERAL CANCELLATION POLICIES CANCELLATION POLICY: If the Retreat is cancelled 30 days or greater prior to the start date of the program due to a shift in COVID Protocols by our host: Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre your lodging fees paid to date will be fully refunded, less an Administrative Fee of $100 CAD. PLEASE NOTE: When you cancel your registration you are subject to the following cancellation fees and a credit will be applied to your student account. All requests for any cancellations must be submitted in writing, to the Finance Administrator at info@ontogony.com Variable refunds for cancellations will be given, as follows: COVID SAFETY PROTOCOLS: Retreat guidelines will be provided to all registrants prior to arrival onsite. We are required to observe all the health measures of the Loon Lake protocol as set forth by our host. During the retreat and in the ‘Teaching Room’, the sanitary measures recommended by the authorities (such as the use of masks or healthy distancing) may or may not be followed by all students, according to the practice activities. You, of course, are always welcome to wear a mask, as you prefer. In the event you have any symptoms of cold, flu, fever, or not feeling well, you will be asked to advise the Team immediately so we can enact the safety protocols. COVID SIGN-IN SHEET, WAIVERS & PROTOCOLS: We are being advised of the Vaccine Protocols on an ongoing basis (Based on Government Announcements provided by the Health Authorities) that are required by our host Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre. Should there be any changes to what is required due to Government Regulations, students will be notified by email as to any required modifications to group gathering protocols. Currently, we meet the requirements to gather under the guideline of Indoor Gatherings https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/info/restrictions, be sure to check on a regular basis for updates on the new protocols that are in constant flux. GENERAL PROGRAM ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES Agreement with the following is requisite for enrolment in Residential Retreat: MAGE Intensive, Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapy (Year Three): “An awakening and discovering of the Self, like no other I have experienced. Be prepared to be amazed at every twist and turn of the adventure…” “It has been a wonderful experience…the warmth and joy of sharing was a blessing of a strong and confronting fight with ‘myself”. What a blessing to have Carlos as our Teacher guiding us on this path…” “Personal transformations, expansion, and growth are seamlessly integrated into a loving and safe environment. What initially felt like a leap of faith, in fact, strengthened my faith in a graceful way. Expectations are shed and the path illuminated. My ability to see love is unbound. I am forever grateful… "This therapy process has changed my life as I removed the veils that covered my vision of myself. I got the courage to make the changes in my life that I needed to, and now I am filled with happiness and enthusiasm…”
Carlos de León,
the founder of Ontogony, holds Ph.D.’s in both Clinical Psychology and Holistic Medicine. Dr. de León has spent more than 40 years in related research, study, and practitioner experience,
particularly in the area of personal transformation. As the founder of the Mexican Association for Psychotherapy and Transpersonal Development, he teaches and, perhaps more significantly, has developed the model known as Ontogony:
an inquiring discipline for the research, study, and development of liberating tools and paradigms. Read more... 
