About the Institute

We turn laughter into a practical, measurable wellness skill.

The Laughter Therapy Institute exists to make resilience feel approachable. We blend breathwork, gentle movement, social connection, and positive psychology into sessions that are inclusive, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence.

Mission
Make well-being joyful, consistent, and accessible in daily life.
Approach
Small habits + guided practice + supportive community.
Respect-first, pressure-free sessions
You can participate silently, with a smile, or with full laughter. Our facilitators offer options, pacing, and opt-outs throughout.
A welcoming laughter therapy circle session in a modern studio with warm lighting and plants.
What we measure
Consistency, stress recovery, connection, mood
Since 2016
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Next live orientation
A fast, friendly intro + Q&A
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Our story

We started with a simple observation: people can learn to regulate stress faster when their practice feels safe and enjoyable. Laughter—especially simulated laughter—creates a low-barrier doorway to breath, movement, and connection.

What makes us different
  • Practice-based sessions (not just inspiration).
  • Consent-driven cues and opt-outs, always.
  • Micro-habits designed for busy schedules.
  • Measurement that respects privacy.
Who we serve
  • Teams seeking healthier communication.
  • Individuals rebuilding stress tolerance.
  • Care communities wanting more lightness.
  • Organizations integrating wellbeing programs.

Team principles

Our facilitators are trained in group dynamics and breath-led protocols. We prioritize safety, inclusion, and repeatable results—without taking ourselves too seriously.

Human-first facilitation
Evidence over hype
Accessible by design
Interactive tool Benefits impact calculator

Estimate your weekly wellbeing lift

Adjust a few sliders. We’ll translate your practice plan into a simple, privacy-respecting estimate of minutes, recovery, and connection. This is not medical advice—just an educational estimator based on behavioral consistency.

Sessions per week
How often you’ll practice (5–60 minutes).
3/week
17
Minutes per session
Your average practice duration.
20 min
560
Intensity
Gentle to energizing (always optional).
Balanced
GentleEnergizing
Social support
Solo practice to group/community practice.
Small group
SoloCommunity
Baseline stress level
This helps scale recovery estimates.
Moderate
LowHigh
Your impact snapshot
Updates live as you adjust.
Practice minutes / week
60 min
Consistency score: 72/100
Estimated stress recovery lift
+18%
per week trend
Connection momentum
+2
meaningful touchpoints / week
Recommended next step
Add one 10-minute session to stabilize the habit.
Micro-habit tip
Pair a 7-minute laughter breath with a daily “transition moment” (after lunch, end of shift, before commute).

What we believe

Joy is a skill
Not a personality trait—something you can practice through breath, play, and attention.
Safety builds consistency
When you can opt out and modulate intensity, you show up more often.
Connection is medicine (socially)
We center belonging without forcing vulnerability or oversharing.
Small wins compound
The best plan is the one you’ll repeat for 6 weeks—then iterate.

Get in touch

Have questions about programs, accessibility, or facilitation? Send a message and we’ll respond within 1–2 business days.

Phone +1 (213) 559-0738
Email [email protected]