However, the unique feature of Holotropic Breathwork is that it utilizes the therapeutic potential of holotropic states of consciousness. The extraordinary healing power of holotropic states - which ancient and native cultures used for centuries or even millennia in their ritual,Is S. Grof’s holotropic breathwork. Also rebranded as Rebirthing, vivation and like another 100 names. Deep Circular breathing. Unfortunately, last time I checked, there was basically no research whatsoever. Thousand of people have done it over the decades that has been “invented”. Still, I’m suspicious that is any good for the brain.
The power of Breathwork is that it allows the body to do what it already naturally knows how to do - release and restore. While there is a need for much more empirical research on Breathwork as a modality and its impact on specific types of trauma, biological, and psychospiritual states, here are a few ways I have experienced and witnessed
Holotropic Bohemia is a Prague-based undertaking started in 2019 by musician and HB practitioner Roman Petrov. We are professionals running experiential workshops with the Holotropic Breathwork® method in the Czech Republic, EU. We follow the methodology taught by the Grof Transpersonal Training organization (GTT), founded in 1989 by Stanislav
throughout the session.3 Sessions typically last much longer than talk-based psychotherapy sessions, usually ranging from 1 to 3 hours, terminated voluntarily by the client. Most elements of this treatment would appear to be best regarded 1Private psychotherapy practice, Portland, OR. 2Private holotropic breathwork practice, New York, NY.
It consisted of 10 minutes of relaxed, deep breathing with breaths in between followed by 10 minutes of intense, circular breathing. I experienced mild tetany and my body felt like it was vibrating. That was it. In my latest session, I got access to a pre-recorded guided session by a certified trainer. Frequently Asked Questions. Breathwork. Holotropic Breathwork™ a powerful technique for self- healing and self-exploration allowing for greater self- understanding, expansion of self-identity and access to the roots of emotional and psychosomatic challenges one might face. Holotropic Breathwork™ comes from the Greek words ‘holos’ (whole gqWHy.