What is Holotropic Breathwork?

It involves a combination of deep and rapid breathing, evocative music and focused bodywork to access non-ordinary states of consciousness. The work is done in a supportive environment with the assistance of highly trained facilitators. Breathwork can lead to the healing of previous emotional or physical trauma, reduction in anxiety and stress, amelioration of symptoms of depression, emotional expression & release and creative inspiration. Many people also report that it helps them connect to a deeper feeling of meaning and purpose in their lives, as well as a greater feeling of authenticity in their daily life.

Holotropic Breathwork is grounded in forty-five years of observations and clinical research by Dr. Stanislav Grof, who along with Abraham Maslow and Anthony Sutich, co-founded the field of transpersonal psychology.  Grof has held senior research, therapeutic and teaching positions in Europe and the United States. He is the author of a number of books including The Holotropic Mind, Psychology of the Future, Beyond the Brain, The Adventure of Self Discovery, and The Cosmic Game, as well a significant number of peer reviewed articles.