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Open to the Journey

With a spirit of exploration and discovery…

connect with your inner self

we offer a journey for
seekers and creatives, a
community of imaginative
souls ready to connect
with themselves and
others in a lighthearted
yet sacred space.

Our gatherings offer you a call to…

your next adventure,
to embark on a path
of deep transformation,
stepping intentionally
into the mystery –
a life of joy, beauty
and gratitude.

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Upcoming Events

“Erin and Cara lead with such humbleness and lightness it almost disguises the depth of their wisdom and leadership skills. Anyone reading this should sign up for their next workshop ASAP!” — Joule L’Adara

Personal Wellness Events

  • An Evening of Unconditional Presence of Sound
    An Evening of Unconditional Presence of Sound
    Sep, 15, 2025
    Zoom Online
  • Virgin Islands Adventure
    Virgin Islands Adventure
    May, 17, 2026

Clinical Training Events

MARI & Drawn Mandala Training Fall 2025
MARI & Drawn Mandala Training Fall 2025
14 Oct 25
Zoom Online
The World of Integrative Imagery
The World of Integrative Imagery
31 Oct 25
Zoom Online
MARI & Drawn Mandala Training Winter 2026
MARI & Drawn Mandala Training Winter 2026
30 Jan 26
Zoom Online

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About Us

Erin and Cara facilitate transformative events, retreats, and adventures designed to invite participants into a deeper connection with themselves and others. Through the powerful mediums of music, poetry, journaling, art, mindfulness, and ceremony, we guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery within a supportive community. We value the wisdom inherent in every person and believe in their capacity to connect with their inner guidance.
Learn more about Erin and Cara…

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Drawn Mandalas & MARI for Exploring Your Subconscious

Open 2 the Journey offers clinical training for therapists as well as facilitating personal wellness workshops and events for people seeking transformative self-discovery. As licensed professional counselors, Cara Marinucci and Erin Johnson … [Read More...] about Drawn Mandalas & MARI for Exploring Your Subconscious

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Integrative Imagery & Guided Imagery and Music: Pathways of Inner Vision

As a practice offering holistic clinical training events and wellness events for clinicians and folks on a self-discovery journey, we know that each clinical modality offers its own unique benefits. After years of experience within the field, we … [Read More...] about Integrative Imagery & Guided Imagery and Music: Pathways of Inner Vision

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