For the first time in Georgia, a unique and transformative gathering is bringing mental health professionals, wellness experts, and the wider public together to explore new ways of caring for the mind and soul. Organized by the Mental Health Center ‘Dialogi,’ the inaugural Mental Health Festival will unfold in Sairme, a tranquil mountain resort whose very air seems to invite calm and renewal. More than an event, it is an invitation to pause, breathe, and rediscover the balance that modern life so easily steals away.
Among the festival’s most anticipated moments is the arrival of Frederico Marquez, a certified facilitator of Holotropic Breathwork whose sessions guide participants through powerful breathing techniques designed to release emotional blockages and awaken deep inner healing. His presence reflects the festival’s global spirit, where experts from Georgia and Europe share knowledge and practices that transcend borders and cultures.
The choice of Sairme as the setting is no coincidence. Famous for its therapeutic mineral waters and breathtaking mountain scenery, this quiet town offers something more profound than picturesque views. The crisp air, the sound of rivers winding through green hills, and the natural stillness create an atmosphere where the mind softens and the body begins to let go. Science affirms what visitors feel instinctively: time spent in nature lowers stress, lifts mood, and restores clarity. Sairme amplifies these benefits, making it the perfect backdrop for a festival dedicated to mental wellness.
Sairme Resort itself provides everything needed for a seamless, immersive experience. Modern accommodations, nourishing meals, and all festival activities are located in one harmonious space, freeing participants from daily logistics so they can fully engage with the journey of self-care. Between therapeutic sessions, guests can explore outdoor activities such as ziplining, horseback riding, cycling, or simply wandering the forest trails, letting movement and fresh mountain air complement the healing work within. The resort’s renowned spa, with its mineral water treatments and detoxifying therapies, deepens the sense of physical and emotional restoration.
Throughout the festival, participants will discover a rich program of transformative practices – Holotropic Breathwork with Frederico Marquez, systemic alignment to heal family and relationship patterns, sound therapy that soothes through vibration, movement therapy to release emotions through the body, neurographics art sessions that tap into the subconscious, and the mindful flow of yoga and meditation. Each approach offers a path toward healing, self-reflection, and the quiet empowerment that comes from caring for one’s mental well-being.
While the festival welcomes individuals seeking personal renewal, it also carries a message for businesses and organizations. In a world where stress and burnout are constant companions, it has never been more important for employers to care for the mental health of their teams. Encouraging employees to take part in experiences like the Mental Health Festival is more than an act of kindness-it is an investment in resilience, creativity, and long-term productivity. When companies support both the physical and emotional health of their people, they nurture workplaces where innovation and genuine human connection can flourish.
The launch of Georgia’s first Mental Health Festival is more than a milestone, it is a sign of cultural change. By creating a safe, inspiring space to talk about mental health openly and without stigma, Dialogi is helping to shift the national conversation toward one where emotional well-being is valued as deeply as physical health. This is not just a single event, but the beginning of a movement toward a future where self-care, compassion, and mental balance are celebrated as essential parts of life.
In Sairme, nature’s beauty, professional guidance, and the quiet power of community come together to create an experience unlike any other. For anyone yearning to recharge, to reflect, and to reconnect with themselves, with others, and with the world around them – the Mental Health Festival offers a rare chance to heal in the embrace of Georgia’s mountains, where every breath feels like a step closer to peace.
By Kesaria Katcharava
