HRV therapy
Better mental health is a breath away
Increase resilience, reduce stress, and improve your overall mental health with heart rate variability therapy—available through our 12-week digital program.
What is HRV therapy?
What is HRV therapy?
The physical science of stress
We like to think of heart rate variability (HRV) as how the mind and body talk to each other. HRV therapy can improve their connection.
To understand HRV therapy, you need to understand heart rate variability. Simply put, HRV is the fluctuation in time between heartbeats. The fluctuations occur naturally adapts and responds dynamically to stressors and relaxation
A high HRV may mean your body is in “rest-and-digest” mode, while a low HRV could mean you’re in “fight-or-flight” mode. Generally, a high HRV is associated with good overall health—mentally and physically.
Now, let’s discuss HRV therapy.
As you might guess, HRV therapy seeks to improve your HRV. It does this through a type of biofeedback training that matches your heart rate pattern with your breath—a process known as resonance. This involves providing real-time, beat-by-beat heart rate data while engaging in slow breathing practices.
Better mental health is truly a breath away.
The physical science of stress
We like to think of heart rate variability (HRV) as how the mind and body talk to each other. HRV therapy can improve their connection.
To understand HRV therapy, you need to understand heart rate variability. Simply put, HRV is the fluctuation in time between heartbeats. The fluctuations occur naturally adapts and responds dynamically to stressors and relaxation
A high HRV may mean your body is in “rest-and-digest” mode, while a low HRV could mean you’re in “fight-or-flight” mode. Generally, a high HRV is associated with good overall health—mentally and physically.
Now, let’s discuss HRV therapy.
As you might guess, HRV therapy seeks to improve your HRV. It does this through a type of biofeedback training that matches your heart rate pattern with your breath—a process known as resonance. This involves providing real-time, beat-by-beat heart rate data while engaging in slow breathing practices.
Better mental health is truly a breath away.
Heart rate variability monitor
Heart rate variability monitor
Calculate heart rate variability in real-time
If HRV is how the mind and body communicate, the HRV device is how you listen in on their conversation. A HRV device lets you track your heart rate as you breathe.
We provide a free pocket-sized HRV device so that you can track your heart rate variability in real-time.
A free pocket-sized HRV device allows you to track your heart rate variability in real-time.
Calculate heart rate variability in real-time
If HRV is how the mind and body communicate, the HRV device is how you listen in on their conversation. A HRV device lets you track your heart rate as you breathe.
We provide a free pocket-sized HRV device so that you can track your heart rate variability in real-time.
A free pocket-sized HRV device allows you to track your heart rate variability in real-time.
Benefits of HRV therapy
Stress reduction
Manage stress by promoting a state of coherence, enhancing emotional regulation, and reducing stress's physiological effects.
Physical health benefits
Balance the autonomic nervous system, the part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, and is associated with better cardiovascular
Enhanced emotional control
Foster resilience, enhance positive emotions, and reduce anxiety and depression.
Better sleep quality
Improve sleep patterns by promoting relaxation and reducing stress, leading to restorative sleep and increased energy.
Improved focus and cognitive performance
Improve concentration, decision-making, and overall cognitive functions by stabilizing emotional states and reducing distractions caused by stress.
Long-term overall well-being
Enhance both mental clarity and physical vitality, ensuring a lasting, positive impact on your well-being.
How HRV therapy fits in at Meru Health
How HRV therapy fits in at Meru Health
How HRV therapy fits in at Meru Health
During the 12 week program you’ll have access to interactive practices where you’ll use your HRV device.
You’ll learn to use your breath to calm your nervous system. As part of the practices, our pacer changes color to show how effective your breath is at shifting your heart rate.
During the 12 week program you’ll have access to interactive practices where you’ll use your HRV device.
You’ll learn to use your breath to calm your nervous system. As part of the practices, our pacer changes color to show how effective your breath is at shifting your heart rate.
During the 12 week program you’ll have access to interactive practices where you’ll use your HRV device.
You’ll learn to use your breath to calm your nervous system. As part of the practices, our pacer changes color to show how effective your breath is at shifting your heart rate.
Meru Health member testimonials
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
“I’ve learned to pull myself out of thinking traps that normally would have caused me to spiral and end up not being able to get out of bed for days. The HRVB is also great for learning to self-regulate. I still use it daily.”
Krista
Verified Meru Health participant
“I learned so much about the science of what caused stress and anxiety, and how I could make small changes to improve. I’ll use these practices even after the program ends.”
Amara
Verified Meru Health participant
“I was able to monitor changes not only based on how I was feeling but also with objective data with the heart rate variability monitor. And, every step of the way, my therapist was there to support me. By the end of the program, my panic attacks had resolved.”
Natasha
Verified Meru Health participant
Have questions? Let us help.
Get your questions about HRV therapy answered here.
Is the heart rate variability (HRV) device free?
Yes! The HRV device—also known as biofeedback device—will be sent to your address free of charge. Our breathing practices enhance your heart rate variability, help you respond better to stressful situations, and recover optimally from stress. You can keep the device after the 12-week program ends and continue using it as much as you'd like.
Is the heart rate variability (HRV) device free?
Yes! The HRV device—also known as biofeedback device—will be sent to your address free of charge. Our breathing practices enhance your heart rate variability, help you respond better to stressful situations, and recover optimally from stress. You can keep the device after the 12-week program ends and continue using it as much as you'd like.
Is the heart rate variability (HRV) device free?
Yes! The HRV device—also known as biofeedback device—will be sent to your address free of charge. Our breathing practices enhance your heart rate variability, help you respond better to stressful situations, and recover optimally from stress. You can keep the device after the 12-week program ends and continue using it as much as you'd like.
Is the heart rate variability (HRV) device free?
Yes! The HRV device—also known as biofeedback device—will be sent to your address free of charge. Our breathing practices enhance your heart rate variability, help you respond better to stressful situations, and recover optimally from stress. You can keep the device after the 12-week program ends and continue using it as much as you'd like.
How long do I wear the HRV device?
How long do I wear the HRV device?
How long do I wear the HRV device?
How long do I wear the HRV device?
How does the anonymous community feature work?
How does the anonymous community feature work?
How does the anonymous community feature work?
How does the anonymous community feature work?
I have a medical condition. Can I still do HRV therapy?
I have a medical condition. Can I still do HRV therapy?
I have a medical condition. Can I still do HRV therapy?
I have a medical condition. Can I still do HRV therapy?
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If you've made it this far, take a deep breath
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Deep, controlled breathing reduces stress by telling your nervous system to relax.
Here’s a sample. Try it. You’ll feel better.
The science behind this is well established, and we apply it through heart rate variability and guided breath work.
Deep, controlled breathing reduces stress by telling your nervous system to relax.
Here’s a sample. Try it. You’ll feel better.
The science behind this is well established, and we apply it through heart rate variability and guided breath work.
Deep, controlled breathing reduces stress by telling your nervous system to relax.
Here’s a sample. Try it. You’ll feel better.
The science behind this is well established, and we apply it through heart rate variability and guided breath work.
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