Who We Are

Olive Branch Retreats was started in 2009 by Linda Halbert and Donna Bennett.

Linda and Donna met in early 2008 whilst Donna was attending a meditation class that Linda was holding at her home. They soon realised they had a lot in common and became very close friends. During the rest of that year, they decided that they wanted to share the beauty of the area they both lived in and the expertise they both had with others.

"We believe that a retreat holiday with us will leave you feeling refreshed and relaxed and also give you the ability to better manage your well-being."

Linda Halbert BA (Hons)

Linda is an internationally renowned professional Artist and qualified Teacher in both the Arts and Therapeutic Related Activities. Linda has always had a keen interest in all aspects of well-being, from practicing meditation to general healing. Linda moved to Spain in 2004 with her husband, mainly to enjoy a better lifestyle, but also to help with her own health and well-being. Since beginning her new life in the Spanish countryside, she has spent much of her time creating new art pieces and practising new health related techniques.

Donna Bennett RSHom, Dip Hom (York)

Donna is a fully qualified professional Homœopath, Shamballa Reiki Master and Chi Kung facilitator. Her homœopathic clinics in the UK and Spain have given her many years experience in helping and supporting people with their health issues.

Having experienced the healing benefits of homœopathy in her own personal life Donna decided to do the professional training course at the Yorkshire School of Homœopathy. She has a diploma and is a Registered Member of the Society of Homœopaths. Donna subsequently came across Reiki and the wonderful healing benefits that can be used alongside or independently of her Homœopathic practice.

She believes passionately in healing herself and helping others on their healing journeys.