In 2016, Eric Duffner pioneered breathwork groups in Orange County, long before the practice gained mainstream recognition. As demand grew, he brought Michael Janssen in to help expand one of the first-ever group facilitation businesses, eventually scaling to over 400 breathwork sessions per month. However, when COVID-19 hit, our thriving business came to a halt, forcing us to close.

After finding success in other industries, we felt a strong pull back to the mental health and substance abuse field. An industry where our work carries deep purpose. In 2022, Eric founded Conscious Community, expanding beyond breathwork to offer a diverse range of expert-led groups designed to enrich treatment programs.

Today, we are one of Southern California’s premier group facilitation providers, partnering with 45 centers and running over 500 groups per month. Our success stems from professionalism, reliability, and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional group experiences that truly support clients in their recovery journey.