THE TEAM
Pat
YRS Partner
Founder & Partner
Pat suffered for many years with debilitating back pain, his healing journey was neither easy nor fast but today he lives pain free, happy, healthy & very clear on what it takes to create the kind of discipline needed for authentic healing. He is both a quiet & grounded man and it is rare to see him outside the gardens of Yellow Rock Sanctuary. When you come to visit this incredible place Pat's spirit, energy and commitment are evident everywhere. Everything you see and experience has been built, planted, grown, nurtured and loved by Pat for your healing journey.
Pat’s own personal healing journey inspired his desire to create a space for others to enjoy as they too searched for their healing & a way back to themselves. With his love for animals & nature he is dedicated to making the space that is Yellow Rock Sanctuary everything it needs to be for those who visit. His faith in every person’s capacity to find their own way as they begin to turn a bad moment into a powerful experience gives him the confidence to know that Yellow Rock Sanctuary is the perfect compliment to finding renewal & regeneration.
Pat utilizes his many years experience as a martial arts expert to help people find the physical balance in his weekly stretching class. The level of discipline Pat applies to his life is impressive at every level. For him living a life that is healthy, balanced & fulfilling must be experienced by actions that are healthy, balanced & fulfilling. He does not suffer fools gladly and has a great appreciation for grounded, logical perspectives. He is the wise man disguised as a great gardener.
Mathilde
YRS Partner
Partner
From a young age Mathilde was aware of the physical, emotional and psychological experiences of life as connected but also as, seemingly independent experiences. To say she suffered being in this world as a child would be a gentle way to speak of what she went through as she searched to find a sense of safety and to understand what is real versus what seems real but is not. She did not fit into the ‘ordinary, normal’ world too easily. Of course, that is common for children who are born with a certain perspective and the ability to see through facades, illusions & shallowness.
Mathilde plays a significant role in the gardens, grounds & polly tunnels at Yellow Rock Sanctuary and takes the lead in the creation of the oils, balms, herbs and other natural plant medicines used in healing process. Her focus in this respect is on the physical aspects of a persons healing journey and bringing the body the kind of balance it needs for well-being to become the primary experience. She also facilitates the weekly creativity and body flow class by way of supporting people as they explore what it is to tap into their emotional body
As a profound introvert Mathilde lives very happily in her own company and prefers silence over conversation, but when she speaks she speak great truth.
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Shirli
Partner
Marcus was once described by a corporate client as being ‘frighteningly comfortable with discomfort’. His ability to confront situations, circumstances & perspectives that most others run away from gives him a special position to help those who are struggling in life, those who are ready to go to the next level & those who want a complete emotional and psychological reset.
In Yellow Rock Sanctuary Marcus takes care of the guests healing journey when it comes to the world of mindfulness & mindlessness. He Says, ‘You will find what you need the most, beyond the mind, the problem is you only have the mind to go beyond the mind’. Marcus is a master at guiding people towards that place beyond the mind where the true self is and helping them realize what it takes to live from truth, authenticity & fearlessness. Albeit that Marcus believes compassion, gentleness & kindness should be included in the healing journey, he believes they should be used to sooth people in pain from the healing experience and never to nurture people in stories of avoidance, victimization or sabotage.
Marcus is a natural disrupter, he makes the comfortable uncomfortable & he awakens the sleeping. He knows that healing only has a chance when you shift perspective, confront avoidance & face what you are in denial of. It doesn’t matter if you are looking for a psychological shift, emotional empowerment or physical healing… to Marcus its all the same thing from a different perspective.
Marcus
YRS Partner
Partner
Marcus was once described by a corporate client as being ‘frighteningly comfortable with discomfort’. His ability to confront situations, circumstances & perspectives that most others run away from gives him a special position to help those who are struggling in life, those who are ready to go to the next level & those who want a complete emotional and psychological reset.
In Yellow Rock Sanctuary Marcus takes care of the guests healing journey when it comes to the world of mindfulness & mindlessness. He Says, ‘You will find what you need the most, beyond the mind, the problem is you only have the mind to go beyond the mind’. Marcus is a master at guiding people towards that place beyond the mind where the true self is and helping them realize what it takes to live from truth, authenticity & fearlessness. Albeit that Marcus believes compassion, gentleness & kindness should be included in the healing journey, he believes they should be used to sooth people in pain from the healing experience and never to nurture people in stories of avoidance, victimization or sabotage.
Marcus is a natural disrupter, he makes the comfortable uncomfortable & he awakens the sleeping. He knows that healing only has a chance when you shift perspective, confront avoidance & face what you are in denial of. It doesn’t matter if you are looking for a psychological shift, emotional empowerment or physical healing… to Marcus its all the same thing from a different perspective.
Pat
YRS Partner
Mathilde
YRS Partner
Marcus
YRS Partner
Shirli
Founder & Partner
Pat suffered for many years with debilitating back pain, his healing journey was neither easy nor fast but today he lives pain free, happy, healthy & very clear on what it takes to create the kind of discipline needed for authentic healing. He is both a quiet & grounded man and it is rare to see him outside the gardens of Yellow Rock Sanctuary. When you come to visit this incredible place Pat's spirit, energy and commitment are evident everywhere. Everything you see and experience has been built, planted, grown, nurtured and loved by Pat for your healing journey.
Pat’s own personal healing journey inspired his desire to create a space for others to enjoy as they too searched for their healing & a way back to themselves. With his love for animals & nature he is dedicated to making the space that is Yellow Rock Sanctuary everything it needs to be for those who visit. His faith in every person’s capacity to find their own way as they begin to turn a bad moment into a powerful experience gives him the confidence to know that Yellow Rock Sanctuary is the perfect compliment to finding renewal & regeneration.
Pat utilizes his many years experience as a martial arts expert to help people find the physical balance in his weekly stretching class. The level of discipline Pat applies to his life is impressive at every level. For him living a life that is healthy, balanced & fulfilling must be experienced by actions that are healthy, balanced & fulfilling. He does not suffer fools gladly and has a great appreciation for grounded, logical perspectives. He is the wise man disguised as a great gardener.
Pat
YRS Partner
Mathilde
YRS Partner
Marcus
YRS Partner
Shirli
Integrity & Responsibility
We ask that you give thoughtfully — not more than you can, and not less than your heart knows is right.
Your donation supports real work: maintaining the sanctuary grounds, nurturing organic gardens, and supporting the guides and teachers who hold this space with authenticity and care.
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Healing here is not manufactured. It is organic, real, and alive — just like the land itself. We ask that your giving reflects that same organic spirit: sincere, conscious and true.
Healing As A Shared Field
When you donate, you are not simply supporting yourself. You are supporting a field of healing that touches every guest who comes after you. You are helping keep Yellow Rock Sanctuary open to those who are ready to come home to themselves — regardless of financial background, regardless of circumstance.
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This is not charity.
This is sacred community.
The Value of Healing Beyond Money
Healing is not a service you purchase.
It is a journey you enter.
By giving thoughtfully, you invest not only in your own journey but in the sustainability of a place where true healing remains available for all. In a world that often turns healing into a product, Yellow Rock Sanctuary stands apart. Here, healing is organic, natural, and honest… free from superficiality, free from dependency, free from artifice.
Your Giving Is Part of the Healing
Ethics
Our donation-based approach ensures that healing remains sacred. We’ve chosen this model not only for accessibility but to uphold the highest ethical standards of spiritual work. Healing requires deep commitment, both from our guides, teachers and from those seeking it. This is not about simply paying what is comfortable, but about assessing the fair value of the investment in your own healing and in the community that supports you.
Integrity
Charging on a donation basis also places the responsibility on you as a participant, inviting you to reflect on what the experience means to you. Your donation helps sustain Yellow Rock Sanctuary, it's offerings, and the dedicated team who pour their time and energy into guiding your journey.
Responsability
We encourage you to look beyond what is easiest or convenient, and instead, consciously consider what you can contribute. This is not a request for generosity beyond your means, but an invitation to think deeply about the value of healing and how your investment can support the continuation of this space for others.
Responsability
We encourage you to look beyond what is easiest or convenient, and instead, consciously consider what you can contribute. This is not a request for generosity beyond your means, but an invitation to think deeply about the value of healing and how your investment can support the continuation of this space for others.
Integrity
Charging on a donation basis also places the responsibility on you as a participant, inviting you to reflect on what the experience means to you. Your donation helps sustain Yellow Rock Sanctuary, its offerings, and the dedicated team who pour their time and energy into guiding your journey.
Ethics
Our donation-based approach ensures that healing remains sacred. We’ve chosen this model not only for accessibility but to uphold the highest ethical standards of spiritual work. Healing requires deep commitment, both from our guides, teachers and from those seeking it. This is not about simply paying what is comfortable, but about assessing the fair value of the investment in your own healing and in the community that supports you.
Nothing Artificial in
Healing or Giving
At Yellow Rock Sanctuary, everything is organic—from the food we grow, free of chemicals and pesticides, to the teachings we offer, grounded in real-life experience. There are no shortcuts here. Every guide and teacher has walked the path of healing themselves, bringing authentic, lived experience to the table. Just as we cultivate our land with care, we cultivate a healing environment free from artificiality, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual.
Healing here is not about pink or fluffy ideas—it’s real, grounded, and honest. There’s nothing chemical or contrived in what we offer, and we ask that your giving reflects the same organic process of conscious thought, care, and responsibility.
Your Contribution Supports a Healing Community
Your donation doesn’t just sustain you—it sustains the entire Yellow Rock Sanctuary community. Contributions directly support the maintenance of our facilities, the nurturing of our organic food gardens, and the livelihoods of our teachers and guides. By giving thoughtfully, you help maintain a space where people from all walks of life can access the healing they need. We believe in keeping this sacred work accessible to everyone, regardless of financial means, and your conscious donation is what makes this possible.
We ask you to reflect deeply on the value of what you receive. Donation is about mutual support: you contribute what you can, and in return, you become part of a community that nurtures healing for everyone. This exchange is not just financial; it’s spiritual and emotional, ensuring that the sanctuary remains a place of authentic transformation.
Healing takes time, energy, and presence from everyone involved. By contributing, you invest in yourself and in the continuation of this space for others.
Our donation-based model invites you to participate fully, not only in receiving healing but in supporting it.
Healing isn’t something you buy— it’s a journey of presence, commitment, and truth.​
Healing isn’t something you buy, it’s a journey of presence, commitment and truth.​
Our donation-based model invites you to participate fully, not only in receiving healing but in supporting it.
Healing takes time, energy and presence from everyone involved. By contributing you invest in yourself and in the continuation of this space for others.
We ask you to reflect deeply on the value of what you receive. Donation is about mutual support, you contribute what you can and in return, you become part of a community that nurtures healing for everyone. This exchange is not just financial, it’s spiritual and emotional, ensuring that the sanctuary remains a place of authentic transformation.
The Value of Healing Beyond Money
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Investing in Your Healing Journey
When you donate you’re not simply paying for a service. You’re investing in a process that supports your healing and the healing of others. We ask you to approach this with integrity, considering both what you can afford and how your contribution reflects the value of the experience.
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We invite you to become part of something greater, a community built on fairness, reflection and shared responsibility. Together, we ensure that Yellow Rock Sanctuary remains a place where healing is real, sustainable and available to all.
Your Contribution Supports a Healing Community
Your donation doesn’t just sustain you, it sustains the entire Yellow Rock Sanctuary community. Contributions directly support the maintenance of our facilities, the nurturing of our organic food gardens, and the livelihoods of our teachers and guides. By giving thoughtfully, you help maintain a space where people from all walks of life can access the healing they need. We believe in keeping this sacred work accessible to everyone, regardless of financial means and your conscious donation is what makes this possible.
Nothing Artificial in
Healing or Giving
At Yellow Rock Sanctuary, everything is organic—from the food we grow, free of chemicals and pesticides, to the teachings we offer grounded in real-life experience. There are no shortcuts here. Every guide and teacher has walked the path of healing themselves, bringing authentic lived experience to the table. Just as we cultivate our land with care we cultivate a healing environment free from artificiality, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual.
Healing here is not about pink or fluffy ideas—it’s real, grounded, and honest. There’s nothing chemical or contrived in what we offer, and we ask that your giving reflects the same organic process of conscious thought, care and responsibility.
