Heidi Jaffe, Founder of Nissa Retreats
Most people assume that mediums simply walk up to strangers and start telling them personal things. Heidi Jaffe, founder of Nissa Retreats, is quick to explain, that is not how it works. In fact, she calls it taboo. Approaching someone without their permission can feel invasive, disrespectful, and overwhelming, especially when it involves personal information about their lives or loved ones. For Heidi, honoring and respecting boundaries has always been at the heart of her work.
How the Conversations Began
When Heidi first began receiving messages from the other side, she wanted to connect authentically with people, never forcefully. Instead of blurting out what she sensed, she found gentle ways to open the door:
“Why don’t you tell me about your boyfriend?”
“Would you mind if I share something about an experience I had with someone you know?”
If the person said yes, Heidi would proceed with care. If they declined, she would honor that without question. That respect built trust, and it’s one of the reasons her work grew so quickly.
The First Reactions
Heidi recalls that the very first time she shared a message, the client’s immediate response was tears. Most wanted to know: “How do you know that?” Heidi would explain that their loved one had come to visit her at home. Soon, people began asking her directly: “Can you find my mom? My brother? My cousin?”
She never fished for details. She would go home, meditate, open her journal, and simply ask the question: “Can I connect with this person’s mom?” Mediumship, as Heidi describes it, isn’t a guessing game, it’s the ability to tune into an energetic frequency and allow messages to come through, without interference.
A Type-A Path to Mastery
Heidi made a decision: If this is what I’m supposed to do, if I am going to become a psychic and medium, I’m going to be the best at it.
Driven by her type-A personality, she trained and became certified, ensuring her work was grounded, ethical, and professional. Before long, word spread. Clients shared their experiences, reviews multiplied, and soon Heidi had opened an office, with a six-week waiting list for readings.
From Readings to Retreats
These days, Heidi takes on select readings, but much of her time is spent creating transformational experiences for groups. Her 6-day Awaken Your Wisdom Within Nissa Retreats combine psychic training, intuitive development, and embodied practices that help people unlock their own abilities in a safe, supportive environment.
The next retreat takes place November 2–7, 2025 at Punta Monterrey, Mexico, a stunning eco-sanctuary on the Pacific coast. Guests spend their days learning, practicing, and receiving guidance, not only from Heidi but from the wisdom that lives within themselves.
✨ Ready to experience it for yourself? Learn more about the upcoming retreat at www.nissaretreats.com.
