"Dr. Conrad has been involved with my family for around 17 years. She truly cares about her patients and her knowledge is 2nd to none. She is very humble yet straightforward. She doesn't promise, she produces positive results. She is very easy to talk to and treats us like family." — Anonymous
"Dr. Conrad has helped me through some of the most transitional and transformational periods in my life. I am grateful to have her wisdom and guidance. She truly is magic!" — Anonymous
Limited to One Couple or Client per Intensive
Next availability: December 12 -13, 2026 (Couples) and January 9-10 2027 (Individual)
Spots fill quickly.
Meet Dr. Nydia Conrad
"Exceptional Psychologist. Skilled in marriage and family work and also with individuals on the spectrum. Yoga and paddle board therapy make her unique!" — Dr. F.G., Psychologist
Dr. Nydia Conrad is a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and couples transform their lives.
She specializes in couples in high distress due to infidelity, betrayal, chronic conflict and emotional shutdown. Her approach combines trauma expertise, evidence based treatment models, and principles from The Gottman Method into a structured format built around full private days without the weekly stop and start.
At Casa Lucida Dr. Conrad leads private intensives in the rainforests and beaches of Costa Rica - one of the most restorative environments on earth. Over two focused days, individuals and couples process the real patterns driving conflict and develop new ways to achieve healing and success.
Our intensives may not be appropriate for everyone. They are for people who are ready to make real changes in real time.
Services
Couples Intensives - Costa Rica
For couples in crisis, at a crossroads, or ready to do the real work.
Over two focused days in nature, you and your partner will identify the patterns driving your conflict, process betrayal, and/or disconnection in a safe structured environment, and leave with a clear, actionable plan for your relationship.
This is not a vacation, it is the most important investment that your relationship has ever had.
Investment: $6500 per couple
Individual Intensive - Costa Rica
For individuals ready for transformational change in their lives, leadership, or relationships.
Two days of private, immersive work with Dr. Conrad in one of the most beautiful and grounding environments on earth. Leave with clarity, direction, and strategies you can use immediately.
Investment: $4000 per person
Telehealth Sessions
Costa Rica
Nestled in the rainforest at the base of one of the world's most iconic volcanoes, our boutique retreat venue is private, intimate, and completely removed from the noise of ordinary life.
Howler monkeys in the morning. Hot springs in the evening. In between, the most important work of your relationship.
Nature does something to people. Defenses drop, pretense fades, and real conversations begin.
Your stay includes private accommodations, all meals prepared on site, and full access to the grounds between sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your intensive starts with a telehealth intake before you travel. In Costa Rica, sessions run 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. both days, with an hour for lunch.
Day 1 identifies the patterns driving your conflict or the issue you came to address.
Day 2 works through that material and builds your written plan. Two telehealth follow-ups are included.
What if my partner is reluctant?
It is very common for one partner to be reluctant. Many of our most successful couples begin this way. As long as both partners are committed to change, it is appropriate to schedule.
If you are unsure about appropriateness for this intensive, schedule a free 15 minute consultation and we can discuss if this is the right fit for your needs.
What does a 2 day intensive look like?
What is included in the price?
The price covers your telehealth intake before you travel, ten hours of in-person sessions over two days, a written post-intensive plan, and two telehealth follow-up sessions after you return home. Couples receive an individual intake for each partner plus a joint intake. You arrange and pay for your own airfare, lodging, meals, ground transportation, and any activities.
