Facilitators
The Source of Avalon - Alanja Forsberg
Alanja is a trained psychotherapist that specializes in preverbal traumas, surrendered leadership and our human gifts; She has created new modalities for how to work on preverbal traumas and human potential.
She has been serving this field for 15 years. The energy that Alanja holds is unlike anything you’ve experienced before. The container created by this pure energy seems to hold polarities in a way that invites us to more easily step into another dimension which allows us to taste and feel our hearts opening and our minds relaxing as we meet the shadows and potentials in ourselves and others ~ all while remembering that we are loved, loving and lovable.
Primary Facilitator - Xena
Xena leads Avalon with Alanja and is the primary facilitator of the Avalon Retreats. She brings a knowledge of embodiment and inner work to her role as a leader of Avalon. Building on her experience in Avalon, as a certified IFS (Internal Family Systems), and as Kundalini Yoga instructor, Xena brings a healing capacity through surrender and meeting in deep connection.
Splitting time between Riyadh and Kenya where she is building the Ishq retreat center. Xena works full time with Avalon leading retreats, circles, and giving 1:1 sessions.
Co-Faciliators
Heath
Heath is an entrepreneur who seamlessly weaves healing and creation in both the wellness and business worlds. He has a Master's degree in organizational psychology and sees people at the center of all systems. With a belief that leadership requires deep inner work, Heath regularly participates in Avalon retreats with Alanja and team. As a leader-in-training, Heath has an ability to bring truth and a gentle clarity in third perspectives.
Taghreed
Taghreed is a multi-disciplinary leader and facilitator passionate about the intersection of mind, body , and heart who weaves authentic communication and connection into her work. A leader-in-training with Avalon, Taghreed has trained with Alanja for two years and is completing her Master’s in Psychology. She leads personal relationship and business practices in Saudi that foster meaningful connections and impactful experiences that empower individuals through authenticity and vulnerability.
Dirk
Dirk, a passionate body psychotherapist and integral coach, brings a unique blend of skills to Avalon. Embracing both masculine and feminine energies, Dirk nurtures authentic leadership. His journey, enriched by workshops on personal leadership, intimacy, and sexuality, deepened his understanding of men, humanity, and relationships, empowering leaders to create more dynamic and fulfilling lives.