How Immerse Wellness was born
Nearly thirty years ago, Koula and Ioanna met for the first time, forming a friendship that would grow and evolve over the years. Life, as it often does, took them in different directions, and for a while, their paths diverged. But just before the pandemic, they found each other again and were both surprised—and inspired—to discover they shared the same vision: creating meaningful retreats that nurture self-growth and well-being.
Despite the challenges of the pandemic, Koula took the bold step to continue organizing again the retreats as soon as the lockdown lifted. A couple of years later, Ioanna joined her, and together they crafted a retreat experience that beautifully weaves the science of psychology with the transformative practice of yoga. Their shared passion for empowering others through self-discovery and emotional growth became the foundation of Immerse Wellness—a retreat series designed to help participants retreat, immerse, and emerge as their best selves.
The team
Ioanna Laniti
With over 20 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, my work has been rooted in helping individuals uncover their emotional strengths, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change in their lives. Throughout my career, I’ve come to appreciate the transformative power of stepping away from daily routines to focus on intentional self-discovery.
This understanding inspired me to create Immerse Wellness retreats—a space where the principles of my clinical practice meet the restorative power of retreating into nature and community. These retreats are more than an extension of my professional work; they’re a deeply personal way for me to share the tools, insights, and practices I’ve seen change lives, with not just my clients but anyone seeking a deeper connection to themselves and others.
Each retreat is designed with care, combining psychoeducation, mindfulness, and experiential exercises to guide participants toward self-awareness, emotional growth, and meaningful connection. My hope is to offer a space where you can pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters.
“Let’s retreat, immerse, and emerge—together.”
Koula Kyriakidou
With nearly 30 years of experience, Koula brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to every yoga session she leads. Beginning her journey as a gymnast and fitness instructor, she discovered Iyengar Yoga and fell in love with its precision, depth, and transformative power. Since then, Koula has dedicated her life to the practice, sharing its benefits with countless students.
At Immerse Wellness retreats, Koula leads daily yoga sessions and curates movement and meditation workshops designed to deepen your connection to both body and mind. As the founder of the Koula Kyriakidou Yoga Studio in Larnaca, Cyprus, she brings a grounded yet inspiring energy to every retreat she is a part of.
Join Koula to retreat into stillness, immerse in mindful movement, and emerge feeling balanced and renewed.
