Building a Haven Where Faith Heals Families
Jordan Valley Retreats is a first-of-its-kind, faith-centered wellness and counseling retreat designed to restore individuals, couples, and families through a holistic integration of Christian counseling, naturopathic health, and experiential counseling.
The Opportunity
Families across the United States are facing rising anxiety, emotional disconnection, and spiritual fatigue, while demand for mental health and wellness services continues to grow.
Existing solutions are fragmented. Traditional therapy often lacks faith integration, luxury wellness retreats offer temporary relief, and churches frequently lack clinical counseling infrastructure.
At the same time, the global wellness economy exceeds $7.5 trillion, with wellness tourism projected to surpass $1.4 trillion by 2030. Faith-based wellness remains a large, underserved niche within the $100+ billion U.S. mental health market.
Jordan Valley Retreats is purpose-built to meet this gap—offering an integrated, faith-centered retreat model designed for meaningful impact and long-term sustainability.
The Jordan Valley Solution
Jordan Valley Retreats fills a critical gap in wellness and mental health by combining licensed counseling, spiritual guidance, and natural wellness in an immersive, faith-centered retreat. By removing daily distractions and providing care through a collaborative team of professionals, it delivers a structured, repeatable approach to emotional, spiritual, and physical restoration that is both impactful and scalable.
Faith-Based Retreats
Weekend and week-long retreats for individuals, couples, and families focused on healing, reconciliation, and renewal
Christian Counseling
Private and group therapy sessions grounded in Biblical values and delivered by licensed professionals.
Wellness & Naturopathic Care
Nutrition, natural remedies, fitness, and farm-to-table meals supporting physical restoration.
Workshops & Education
Hands-on programs in marriage strengthening, parenting, stress management, and spiritual growth.
Market Position
The global wellness economy exceeds $7.5 trillion, with wellness tourism projected to surpass $1.4 trillion by 2030.
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Our Flagship Vision
The inaugural Jordan Valley Retreats location in East Jordan, Michigan will host 25–30 guests per session and include:
The model is intentionally designed for replication in future locations such as Sedona (AZ), Sarasota (FL), and Boulder (CO).
Step Into the Experience

The couple or individual reflects on their relationship, shares concerns, and reviews finances to determine readiness for counseling.

They complete an intake form, outline goals, and identify potential barriers to ensure the program fits their needs.

The counselor works with the couple to create a clear action plan, setting goals, milestones, and strategies for growth.

The couple engages in counseling sessions using experiential learning, exercises, and activities that strengthen communication, connection, and understanding.

They review progress with the counselor, reflect on lessons learned, and plan next steps or ongoing support.

The couple participates in follow-ups as needed to track progress, reinforce growth, and maintain a healthy, connected relationship.
Development Roadmap
Phase 1: Property Acquisition & Core Infrastructure
Phase 1 establishes the physical and operational foundation of Jordan Valley Retreats, preparing the site to support retreat programming and future expansion.
Scope includes:
Property acquisition and construction drawings
Civil engineering and site development
Land excavation and grading
Underground public and private utilities
Asphalt drives and parking areas
Landscaping, fencing, and gated access
Site lighting and security infrastructure
Hardscape features including fire pits, patios, and walkways
Construction of the main pavilion
Pavilion furniture, fixtures, and appliances
Commercial kitchen with brick oven
Phase 2: Greenhouse & Naturopathic Clinic
Phase 2 expands wellness capabilities and supports long-term sustainability through health services and farm-to-table programming.
Scope includes:
Greenhouse construction
Greenhouse fixtures and growing equipment
Naturopathic clinic buildout
Clinical furniture, fixtures, and equipment
Phase 3: Couples & Accessibility Cabins
Phase 3 increases guest capacity while prioritizing privacy, comfort, and accessibility for couples.
Scope includes:
Construction of a barrier-free (ADA-compliant) cabin
Construction of couples’ cabins
Cabin furnishings, fixtures, and appliances
Phase 4: Family Cabins & Program Expansion
Phase 4 completes the residential buildout and introduces flexible spaces to support expanded programming and operations.
Scope includes:
Construction of family cabins
Cabin furnishings and appliances
Auto hobby shop buildout for vocational, therapeutic, and maintenance use
Our Leadership
Chris Fazio
Chris brings decades of experience in Christian ministry, entrepreneurship, and hospitality, having served at camps and conference centers across Michigan and Indiana before founding Jordan Valley Retreats out of a deep personal calling. Alongside his wife Kim of 29 years, Chris is passionate about creating a place where people can reconnect with God and one another, drawing on a life shaped by service, craftsmanship, and a love for the outdoors. Read More
David Taylor
David Taylor has joined the Jordan Valley Retreats board to lead the retreat building master plan, bringing decades of experience in construction, project management, and ministry-focused service. With a diverse background spanning entrepreneurship, healthcare facilities, commercial development, and senior leadership at The Skillman Corporation, David offers a holistic, values-driven approach to delivering high-quality, collaborative, and cost-effective projects. Read More
Kim Fazio
Kim brings deep compassion and a lifelong heart for service to Jordan Valley Retreats, drawing from years in Christian camping, mission work, and 27 years as an award-winning registered nurse. Alongside her husband Chris, she is dedicated to helping restore marriages and families by creating a Christ-centered environment where people can heal, reconnect, and grow together. Read More
Frequently Asked Questions.
What is Jordan Valley Retreats?
Jordan Valley Retreats, LLC is a faith-based wellness and counseling retreat founded by Christopher Fazio in East Jordan, Michigan. It integrates Christian counseling, natural wellness, and experiential learning to restore individuals, couples, and families emotionally, spiritually, and physically through a holistic, faith-centered model.
What problem does Jordan Valley Retreats solve?
Families today face rising anxiety, emotional disconnection, and spiritual fatigue, while existing solutions are fragmented. Traditional therapy often lacks faith integration, wellness retreats offer temporary relief, and churches frequently lack clinical counseling infrastructure. Jordan Valley Retreats bridges this gap with a comprehensive, integrated approach to healing.
How is Jordan Valley Retreats different from other retreats or counseling centers?
Jordan Valley Retreats uniquely combines licensed Christian counseling, naturopathic wellness, experiential healing, and faith-centered community within a purpose-built retreat environment. This integrated model creates deeper, longer-lasting transformation than isolated therapy or secular wellness experiences.
How does the retreat operate and generate sustainable revenue?
The retreat operates on a hybrid model that blends program-based revenue with donations and grants. This structure maintains accessibility while supporting long-term financial sustainability through retreat fees, private counseling services, church partnerships, and donor support.
Why is now the right time to build Jordan Valley Retreats?
Mental health challenges and family breakdown are at historic highs, while demand for purpose-driven, faith-aligned wellness experiences continues to grow. Jordan Valley Retreats is positioned at the intersection of mental health, wellness, and faith—meeting urgent need with a scalable, asset-backed solution.
Do you already own the property?
Yes. The land has already been acquired through aligned ownership. As the retreat moves into development, the property will be formally transferred or capitalized into Jordan Valley Retreats.
Partner in Building Jordan Valley Retreats
We invite aligned donors to participate in a scalable, faith-centered wellness model designed for long-term impact, sustainability, and national expansion.
