Reset Study of Humboldt University

At Humboldt University of Berlin, several research projects are currently dedicated to the fascinating field of breathwork. The central question is what transformative potential breathwork holds for the treatment of mental illnesses such as depression and trauma – and where potential risks lie. In this context, researchers focus not only on various breathing techniques but also on the crucial factors of set and setting.

This complex phenomenon is scientifically examined in three current studies:– The RESET study conducts clinical interventions with traumatized patients.– An international survey collects experiential reports from breathwork practitioners worldwide.– And in the innovative HEART study, psychotherapists without prior experience were able to undergo a guided breath journey – followed by a reflection on how breathwork can be utilized in future therapeutic practice (more here).

Call for Participants in 2025: We are looking for people between the ages of 18 and 60 who have not yet had any experience with breathwork (this excludes breathwork groups). You should not have a mental illness, but you shouldn’t feel completely well either—in short, you should be interested in and motivated to participate in a well-being intervention that might make you feel better.