PT. 1
"According to gnostic tradition, the world’s soul is a woman. She is the mother of all creation and her name is Sophia, a name that literally means wisdom for she is the personification of wisdom who discovered her gnosis through the unification and balancing of the masculine with the feminine. We found it incredibly fitting that as we embarked on this journey of restarting and healing as a family, that we were watched over and cared for by a glorious being of light named Sophia."

- C. Beckham

PT. 2
"It was as if we had the Mother Goddess herself, watching over all of us with her love and her wisdom…It was not a small task to undertake, caring for our 4 children as their old lives were being replaced by this new one. At times it felt impossible to process and yet Sophia did so with such grace. Her wisdom and love mothered us all. Our YTT feels almost like a distant dream now and Sophia’s presence is missed daily, and yet her impact on all of us will never go away. "

- C. Beckham

PT. 3
"As any parent knows, it takes a special kind of angel to take on the parenting role for another’s child and she parented our 4 children as if they were her own. In reality though Britton and I were equally cared for by her magic and grace. Sophia is a force of goodness in this world and is literally here on a mission to raise the vibration of the planet. We’re so insanely grateful that we were in the presence of such a goddess for the biggest transition of our lives."

- C. Beckham

Pt. 1
"Working with Sophia and photographing for her retreats was so much fun. It honestly never felt like work, rather traveling with a best friend and taking photos in amazing settings. It was so beautiful to witness how Sophia interacted with both the people who attended the retreats as well as the local people from the spaces we visited."

- I. Caldwell, Photographer

Pt. 2
"She was organized, thoughtful, and so kind to everyone. She was able to intimately and deeply connect with those we met and the local cultures, which all around created an authentic travel experience for everyone. I’m forever grateful for the opportunities I experienced with Sophia!"

- I. Caldwell, Photographer

“Coming back from Guatemala was such a culture shock. It made me realize how fast paced our society lives when it's not necessary..."

- K. Ruiz

"Sophia not only translated and navigated for us, but she set up activities, introduced us to locals, and organized transportation. She immersed us in the culture, and made sure our time spent in Mexico was unforgettable. Sophia was more than a guide, she was a friend."

- P. Gatti

"I can say without question that Sophia is a blessing to this realm. Her retreats and travel experiences are second to none. She has a unique gift to provide love, support, and compassion to others while providing a breakthrough cultural experience. She is wise beyond her years and possesses a connection with creation that I have seldom seen throughout my life. I am grateful to the universe for allowing me to find Sophia as a dear friend. Thank you Sophia."

- T. Murray

"I’m so grateful for the experience. And for everyone who opened their hearts and minds to do labor and connect with the community and children."

- A. Marr

“Joining Sophia in Guatemala was magical. It opened my heart and mind to new experiences and I found myself accepted into a wonderful community of loving and open hearted people. I was most impressed with Sophia's leadership skills, her quiet strength and maturity beyond her years. This trip kickstarted my healing journey. I would definitely join her in another beautiful adventure.”


- E. Quiles

"I am inspired by her work ethic daily. The heart and soul she puts into every project and person she crosses paths with is such a gift to this planet. Her greatest strength is her effortless ability to care for the emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing of children. She is a mother already with many children that look up to her in so many ways including my own. "

- C. Wuergler

“I feel a lot more compassion and gratitude in my body since coming back from Guatemala… People are treating me differently… It’s just through the way I'm carrying myself.”

- N. Fox

"I am beyond blessed that I got the chance to meet and experience you! You have encouraged me in so many ways to break away from societies expectations, take back my power and create a life that I desire."

- T. Mckinney

"This trip was incredibly grounding for me. Thank you so much for continually creating spaces for me to feel free"

- K. Ruiz

"Just hearing about the magic Sophia has for the individuals through volunteering & the self-enriching trips had me so hooked. Getting to volunteer at the AES whilst getting to engulf in the culture of Guatemala & all its beauty is a trip I will never forget. I have touched many of my friends & family through this trip alone & have told many stories to many people after I came back to the states. You can bet my bottom dollar/quetzale that I’ll be signing up for another when it comes up!!”

- B. Ramirez

"To be completely honest, this experience was eye opening for me. I had never seen another country from a cultural standpoint... Flying to another country and not knowing the area, people or language can be terrifying. Sophia was the perfect bridge for this and helped us experience life in a way I never thought was possible."

“Sophia gets 10/10 stars for booking my private trip to Colombia. I needed this. A deep soulful trip to challenge, teach & help me remember who the f*** I am.  I needed this trip to fulfill certain needs…Trusting in Sophia to help curate a trip that could encompass so many different parts in just 15 days led me to 15 days of unforgettable memories & connections. It all went so smoothly thanks to having it well planned and everything booked in advance ready to go.”

- S. Dungca

"I can't believe it's been a year since this dream of a trip. When I think back to Guatemala, this retreat, Lake Atitlan, I think of magic and the pure moments I shared with such amazing people. Thankful for connecting me with friends I got to cry, laugh, dance, eat, and enjoy life's moments with."

- J. Duarte