What can I expect during a Holotropic Breathwork session?
Holotropic Breathwork combines use of controlled breathing, music, and body work with an intention to heal. The process involves working in pairs where one person is in the role of “breather” and the other takes the role of “sitter”. Sessions last for two to three hours. The sitter’s role is simply to be available to assist the breather, not to interfere or interrupt the process. The same is true for trained facilitators, who are available as helpers if necessary. Breathers lie down on mats on the floor while the sitter sits nearby. Participants are advised that it is better not to have a goal or specific agenda when beginning a breathwork, but rather to trust that whatever happens is the best outcome for healing. The facilitators lead a guided relaxation to help the breather relax the body in preparation for the breathing. The Holotropic Breathwork experience is, for the most part, internal and largely nonverbal, without interventions. Although facilitators suggest to breathers, at th
