About us

Our Journey of Healing & Connection

What we do

As a wellness practitioner and spiritual guide, Sandra offers Lunar Living Guide services, including cosmic guidance, astrology readings, and holistic wellness practices. Her mission is to empower others to live in alignment with nature’s cycles, helping you find clarity, purpose, and inner peace.

 

Richard, with his background in permaculture and sustainability, manages the land and the practical side of Casa da Lua. His dedication to nurturing the earth supports the healing environment we’ve created for our guests—where nature and spirituality come together to create a harmonious retreat experience.

 

Together, we’re here to help you restore balance, reconnect with your true self, and experience transformation—whether through personalized guidance or an immersive retreat experience at Casa da Lua.

Our awesome team

We love collaborating with creative and talented professionals. Do contact us if you would like to be a part of the Casa da Lua team.

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Sandra Wilson

Co-owner and co-founder

Sandra Wilson is a seasoned wellness practitioner with a rich background in holistic health and well-being. Trained as an integral yoga teacher in India in 2008, she has continued her education under esteemed teachers such as Shiva Rea, Simon Park, and Aadil Palkhivala. Sandra’s diverse expertise includes the basics of Vedic astrology, a 1.5-year shamanic apprenticeship with a Venezuelan Shaman, Thai massage training at ITM in Thailand (2011), and Lomi Lomi training with Studio Conrad (2012). With over 15 years of experience in the wellness industry, Sandra brings a deep understanding of the body-mind connection and a commitment to holistic practices. Formerly a yoga studio owner in the Netherlands for 10 years, she moved to Portugal and has since provided personal guidance and hosted retreats in Portugal, Mallorca, Menorca, and the Netherlands, fostering wellness and spiritual growth in diverse settings.

Richard Wilson

Richard Wilson

Co-owner and co-founder

Richard Wilson is a permaculture practitioner and plant-based chef based at Casa da Lua, Portugal. With seven years of leadership experience in the corporate world and a background as a cook in various restaurants, Richard brings a diverse skill set to his work. His focus at Casa da Lua includes nurturing the land through sustainable practices and crafting nourishing, plant-based meals that align with the retreat’s holistic approach. Richard’s passion for permaculture and mindful living extends into his daily stewardship of the land, fostering a deep connection between nature, food, and well-being.

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Teresa Luzio

Workshop host and teacher

Teresa Luzio Morais (b. 1976) is a visual artist, educator, and researcher based in Portugal. With a PhD in Art and Design focused on Performance Art from FBAUP (2017) and a Master’s degree in Public Art and New Artistic Strategies from Bauhaus University, Weimar (2006), Teresa brings a deep academic foundation to her work.

As an Adjunct Professor at the School of Arts and Design of Caldas da Rainha and a member of the Laboratory of Research in Design and Art (LIDA), Teresa explores the subtle dynamics of bodies through interdisciplinary practices. Her artistic exploration extends into somatic practices, fasting, and silent retreats, reflecting her interest in life as an aesthetic experience. Through practical exercises in movement, body awareness, drawing, and writing, Teresa encourages deeper connections with physical and intuitive selves.