Holotropic Breathwork workshops provide an experience of the transformative potential of NOSC, offering a unique opportunity to deepen personal exploration of these states. They also provide valuable insight into safe and responsible work with clients in NOSC. Holotropic Breathwork is a legal method with over 50 years of practice, facilitating safe entry into deep, transformative NOSC. In a safe and supportive group environment, participants explore deeper layers of consciousness and personal development.

For those interested in supporting clients who use psychoactive substances (PAS), participation in one of these therapies abroad, where it is legally regulated, or in Slovenia within the bounds of legal possibilities, is also recommended.

Detailed Content and Thematic Modules of the Training Program

1. Theoretical Framework for Therapies in NOSC:
   • Introduction to scientifically grounded methods for accessing and working with NOSC to enhance therapeutic efficacy.
   • Foundations of transpersonal psychology and personality typology for dynamic, process-oriented practice.
   • Grof's theory of transcending ego-centered consciousness and the spiritual, mystical, and transcendent dimensions of human experience.
   • Jungian theory of the unconscious, collective psyche, and archetypes.
   • Neuroscientific theories of trauma and neuroplasticity.
   • Cultural and societal dimensions of consciousness, emphasizing cross-cultural psychiatric approaches and anthropological perspectives on ritual and collective consciousness, including shamanism, neo-shamanism, and contemporary transpersonal practices.

   This module broadens participants’ understanding of consciousness beyond Western psychological frameworks.

2. Knowledge of Psychoactive Substances (PAS) and Their Effects:
   • In-depth understanding of pharmacological properties, effects on the brain and body, and the potential benefits and risks of various PAS.
   • Differentiating between PAS to provide appropriate guidance to clients regarding diverse NOSC experiences.
3. Therapeutic and Communication Skills with Support Mechanisms:
   • Developing communication skills such as “holding space,” neutral and empathetic presence, and creating a therapeutic trance.
   • Bodywork, music, and other tools for sensitive and empathetic client care.
   • Mastery of exploratory dialogue, non-judgmental support, and building a strong therapeutic relationship to safely integrate clients' NOSC experiences.
   • Addressing disruptions in the therapeutic relationship effectively.
4. Preparation and Guidance for NOSC Work:
   • Assessing clients' readiness, considering context, intentions, expectations, and goals to minimize risks and optimize outcomes.
5. Harm Reduction Strategies:
   • Emphasizing safe practices in NOSC work and facilitating clients through spiritual crises.
   • Educating clients on potential risks and how to mitigate them.
6. Integration of NOSC Experiences:
   • Helping clients process and reflect on NOSC experiences.
   • Techniques for integrating new insights into daily life and addressing potential psychological or emotional challenges following NOSC experiences.
7. Ethical and Legal Aspects:
   • Adhering to the highest standards for therapeutic practice in NOSC settings.
   • Understanding indications and contraindications for NOSC work, considering clients' individual needs, health history, and potential risks.
   • Awareness of legal frameworks governing the use of prohibited substances to inform clients about these considerations if they pursue self-exploration.
8. Research Knowledge:
   • Keeping up with the latest research and clinical studies on NOSC and associated therapeutic methods.
   • Effectively communicating research findings to clients in a clear and applicable manner.
9. Supervision and Practical Experience:
   • Supervised practical work under experienced professionals.
   • Case-based learning and reflection on personal experiences in NOSC.

Full-Day Seminars:
Dedicated to theory, practice, and contemporary topics in NOSC therapies. These seminars include case analyses, demonstrations, and practice of methods and techniques.

Exercises and Peer Intervision in Study Triads:
Participants are required to organize themselves into study triads (or quartets) and meet at least once every two months for a minimum of three academic hours. During these sessions, participants:

• Discuss theoretical content.
• Share experiences.
• Practice preparation, support, and integration methods and techniques.
• Prepare for personal NOSC experiences.
• Develop supervision questions.
• Conduct peer intervision and provide collegial support during training.

Personal Experience:
Participants must complete a minimum of 82 hours of personal NOSC therapy experiences, including:

• At least one Holotropic Breathwork workshop.
• Participation in the final integration workshop.
  Additionally, it is recommended that participants engage in further personal experiences with a psychotherapist trained in supporting NOSC-related processes.

Supervision – Individual and Group:
Supervision sessions will take place every two months, as agreed with the supervisor, with approximately seven group meetings, each lasting three academic hours. Participants are also required to complete at least eight individual supervision sessions during the training.
The objectives of supervision include:

• Continuous monitoring of participants' progress.
• Providing support for their work with clients.
• Supervision of practical work with clients.
• Consolidating acquired techniques.
• Supporting personal experiences related to therapeutic work (e.g., addressing personal aspects that may pose challenges in therapy).

Final Integration Workshop:
This will take place from Thursday to Sunday in May 2026, structured as a Holotropic Breathwork integration workshop. The meeting will include:

• A mandatory personal presentation of the one-year training experience.
• One Holotropic Breathwork session.
• Additional integration activities to consolidate theoretical and practical learning.