Meet Natalie Newgent – Founder of Rekindled Retreats

Hi, I’m Natalie—founder of Rekindled Retreats, former firefighter, single mom, and someone who knows firsthand what it means to rebuild a life from the ashes.

For 14 years, I served my community as a firefighter, running into emergencies while carrying my own silent battles with stress, trauma, and burnout. After a career-ending neck injury and a long journey through PTSD, I found myself faced with two choices: let the weight of it all bury me… or learn how to heal and thrive in an entirely new way.

Rekindled Retreats was born from that turning point. I wanted to create the kind of space I wish I’d had during my hardest moments—a place to pause, reconnect with your nervous system, and gently call back the parts of yourself you thought were lost for good.

Meet Amy Charbonneau

Amy Charbonneau is a vital part of the Rekindled Retreats team, bringing a wealth of knowledge and compassionate experience to our programs. With certifications as a Holistic Health & Wellness Practitioner, Healing Arts Facilitator, Grief Recovery Specialist, Spiritual Healing Guide, and Death & Transitions Coach, Amy offers a deeply integrative approach to wellness.

As a retired Firefighter/Paramedic, she understands the unique challenges faced by first responders and serves as a dedicated Mental Wellness Advocate within that community.