This retreat is for you if...
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You've been wanting to quit drinking alcohol, or maybe other addictions, for a long time, and you've already tried many things.
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You feel that doing it on your own, from home, or with online information, is not enough.
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You know that alcohol, or perhaps other drugs, have already had too much power in your life
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Are you considering truly stopping and putting yourself first in your priorities for 10 days?
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You can make a significant investment in your health and your future without putting yourself at risk.
Real testimonials from people who have overcome their addiction with us
Extracted from Google reviews
Monika Lepanto
I am an alcoholic, I have traveled the world looking for solutions in expensive clinics, emblematic treatments, 6-month hospital stays, I even found myself in the famous Hippocrates clinic in Barcelona when I already saw that I was losing my life because of alcohol.
I lost jobs, relationships, opportunities, my sense of self, and my dignity. Alcohol destroyed everything. I met Bernardo and gave myself my LAST chance, not believing that in 10 days I could solve a problem I'd been dealing with for 30 years.
I gave myself the chance, with that small hope I still had left before surrendering to alcohol and dying of cirrhosis… And continuing to have delirium tremens, where I saw spiders and just wanted to throw myself off the balcony to escape from that prison.
I'm a businesswoman, I have two degrees, I'm an actress, and I succeed wherever I go thanks to the VICTORIA program. I did it twice, because quitting drinking is just the beginning of a full life, free from the prison of alcohol.
After my 10 days, Bernardo followed up with me for a year, including video conferences, to prevent a possible relapse. We addicts always have that risk, and no matter how long we've been sober—six months, for example—at any moment, if we don't do the follow-up and daily work necessary to overcome addiction, a relapse is guaranteed!
For those of you who suffer from alcoholism, 1 drink is too much and 10 are never enough!!!
Thank you Bernardo for giving me the opportunity to LIVE again.
Monika Lepanto
Manuel Menasalbas
After several attempts to solve my alcohol problems on my own, I became convinced that the best thing to do was to seek professional help. And that's how I came to the Victoria Program.
In a private, calm, respectful environment, with therapeutic teamwork and for ten days, I managed to leave behind addiction, sadness, suffering and lack of self-esteem.
And all of this THANKS TO THE VICTORIA PROGRAM!! ✌️🌝
Lolo Aparicio
It's truly a very different program from other addiction treatment programs. First, because of the location: a very pleasant environment, yet not isolated from the world. Second, because it's a small but close-knit group, which makes the pace faster and fosters closer relationships. This also means the program is shorter, allowing access to people who can't commit to months-long commitments.
The director's professionalism is undeniable, thanks to his extensive experience, which allows him to simplify the program's content, making it easy to understand both the problem and the solution. Highly recommended.
Loreto Izquierdo
Since 1998, when I joined the Victoria program to overcome my alcohol addiction, I have been eternally grateful to Bernardo for giving me the analytical skills and the ability to find my own resources to stay committed to my choice. Farewell, Bernardo.
Anonymous patient (wishes to maintain their privacy)
They explain the reasons for your addiction, give you the tools to fight it, and then you realize that a way out towards your freedom is possible.
I recommend it 100% because of Bernardo's humane and friendly approach, which creates an atmosphere in the group where speaking and dialogue are facilitated, and testimonies and thoughts flow freely, making you feel that you can speak being understood and respected by the group.
If you're thinking about it, don't hesitate. I would repeat the experience without a second thought.
What exactly is this retreat?
This is not a generic spiritual retreat.
Not even a "holiday with talks".
It is an intensive therapeutic intervention, designed to:
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Get yourself out of the environment that reinforces consumption.
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To support you physically, emotionally, and mentally
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Breaking deeply ingrained patterns
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Create a point of no return in your relationship with alcohol and other addictive drugs.
All in a safe, caring and contained environment, with personalized attention and a very small group.
The Accompaniment
Therapeutic direction
The retreat has been created and is led by Bernardo Ruiz, a clinical psychologist with over 40 years of experience, specializing in addiction processes and personal transformation.
His work is based on:
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Deep intervention
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Understanding the origin of consumption
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Structured and human support
Experiential accompaniment
During the process, Inés Díaz will be accompanying you as a co-therapist, contributing:
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Lived experience
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Emotional support
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Human translation of the process
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Constant presence during the retreat
Bernardo Ruiz Victoria
Psychologist specializing in Clinical Psychology
Founder and Director of the Victoria Program
Bernardo Ruiz Victoria is a Spanish clinical psychologist with over four decades of experience treating addictions and emotional disorders. He is a highly respected figure on the Costa del Sol, with offices in San Pedro de Alcántara and Marbella. He also offers consultations via video call.
Professional profile
A graduate in Psychology from the Autonomous University of Madrid and registered with the professional association under number AO-02556, Ruiz Victoria specializes in clinical psychology, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and relaxation, visualization, and positive thinking techniques. Since 1984, he has dedicated his career to the prevention and treatment of addictions such as alcoholism, cocaine, tobacco, gambling, and psychotropic drug use.
He is the creator of the Victoria Program, a unique therapeutic method designed to help people live free from addiction, focusing on personal freedom, confidence, and long-term follow-up. This program combines intensive psychological intervention with ongoing support and training, and has been implemented in specialized clinics and centers in Marbella.
Career and contributions
In addition to his clinical work, Ruiz Victoria has collaborated with other professionals in the medical, nutritional, and physiotherapy fields on comprehensive health and therapeutic tourism projects. He is also the author of the book "Objective: Freedom," which recounts real-life cases and details the principles of the Victoria Program.
She is known for her approachable, empathetic, and personal growth-oriented style of care. In her own words, she believes that "the bad thing is not having problems, but being controlled by them," a philosophy that reflects her humanistic and motivational approach.
Personal and professional assessment
Professionally, Bernardo Ruiz Victoria stands out as one of Spain's pioneering therapists in the multidimensional approach to addiction, with a well-established method and recognized results. Personally, his career demonstrates a constant commitment to transforming human suffering into well-being, which has earned him an excellent reputation among patients and colleagues.
Inés Díaz
Inés Díaz She is a co-therapist and a leading figure in supporting people who wish to break free from their relationship with alcohol through a profound, conscious, and transformative approach. After 16 years of painful struggle with alcohol, she transformed her personal story into a mission: to guide others toward living with inner freedom and purpose.
She is the author of the book *Quit Drinking and Become Powerful* , which has received excellent reviews, the creator of training programs, and a communicator with an international community. For over two years, she has guided thousands of people through their transformation process, combining lived experience, psychological clarity, and a strong teaching vocation spanning more than 15 years.
Inés is one of the few Spanish-speaking voices openly and professionally dedicated to this path, integrating awareness, emotion, and action. Her presence at this retreat offers a profound, honest, and transformative perspective for those ready to take a real step toward a new way of living.
Therapeutic components of
Victoria Program
The Victoria Program combines a set of therapeutic elements and techniques that allow the patient to understand in depth their problem of addiction to alcohol, or other substances, and receives information and therapeutic tools to manage and overcome their addictive behavior and avoid relapses.
El ABC de la Adicción
Identify and analyze the patterns that have led you to develop an addiction in order to make the necessary changes.
Terapia Cognitiva
Develop positive thoughts and strategies to manage stress and depression.
Psychoeducation
Learn about the consequences of addiction through documentaries and films that will help you reflect on your own behavior.
El Nuevo Yo
Goal planning to build a life free of addictions.
Relajación
Daily relaxation and visualization sessions to reduce anxiety and prevent relapses.
Prevención de Recaídas
Identify risks and learn healthy alternatives to avoid relapses.
The place
A luxury hotel in Marbella, chosen not for its aesthetics, but because the surroundings are also therapeutic.
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Security
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Comfort
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Silence
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Nature
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Total care
How can you access the Retreat?
This retreat is for a very small group.
It is not purchased directly.
Access is granted via a private request, to ensure that:
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The process is right for you
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You're in the right place at the right time
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We can support you as you deserve
