7 Day Evidence-Based Healing for Stress Recovery in Sri Lanka

This seven-day wellness retreat in Ahangama, Sri Lanka, offers an evidence-based path to stress recovery for anyone feeling depleted, overwhelmed, or simply in need of reset. It is open to all genders and warmly welcoming to LGBTQ+ guests. The program is designed and led by Dr. Michelle Mars, a psychotherapist with more than three decades of academic and clinical experience. Her approach draws on Carl Rogers' belief that, given the right environment and support, every person can heal and grow. Daily sessions blend workshops with gentle movement practices including yoga, Qi Gong, pranayama, meditation, and light stretching. Massage is also available. Together these elements target nervous system regulation and deeper self-understanding without pressure or rigidity. Guests stay at Villa My Way, a tranquil jungle property near the beach. Accommodation options include private single bungalows, seven fan-cooled rooms with en-suite bathrooms, and one air-conditioned deluxe room available for a modest supplement. High-speed Wi-Fi runs throughout. Meals are vegetarian, locally sourced, and served with fresh seasonal fruit. Days are intentionally flexible. Join every session or take time to walk the nearby shore, rest in the jungle surroundings, or connect with other guests at your own pace. Free airport pickup is included so your arrival feels easy from the start. This retreat suits travellers seeking a grounded, science-informed approach to wellbeing in a peaceful coastal corner of Sri Lanka.