The Sleep Fest conference returns to Vilnius on November 22, 2025, solidifying its reputation as
one of Europe’s most exciting platforms for health innovation. This year’s program will bring
together the world’s leading experts on sleep, longevity, and mental health. Among the headline
speakers is internationally renowned psychiatrist and brain health expert Dr. Daniel Amen,
making his first-ever e-appearance in the Baltics.
A global leader in brain and mental health
With over four decades of groundbreaking research, Dr. Daniel Amen is one of the most
influential figures in modern psychiatry and brain science. A 12-time New York Times bestselling
author, his landmark book Change Your Brain, Change Your Life has sold over one million copies
worldwide.
Dr. Amen has published nearly 100 peer-reviewed studies, produced 19 television programs on
brain health, and founded the nutraceutical company BrainMD, the educational platform Amen
University, and the global network of Amen Clinics. His clinics hold the world’s largest brain
imaging database, with more than 300,000 SPECT scans from patients in 155 countries,
providing unparalleled insights into brain function, aging, and longevity.
Celebrated for his science-based methods, Dr. Amen has become a trusted advisor to Olympic
athletes, business leaders, and global entertainers. His high-profile patients include the
Kardashian sisters, music icons Justin Bieber and Miley Cyrus, supermodel Bella Hadid, and
professional athletes such as NHL legend Paul Kariya.
At Sleep Fest 2025, Dr. Amen will join a live stream directly from the United States to share
exclusive insights on the impact of AI on our mental health and provide actionable strategies to
strengthen the brain and sustain mental resilience in today’s rapidly changing world.
A world-class lineup of experts
Building on the success of last year’s conference — which featured longevity visionary Bryan
Johnson and world-leading sleep researcher Dr. Matthew Walker — this year’s edition will focus
on emotional wellbeing and the science of longevity. Its mission: to equip participants with
practical tools for better self-care, restorative sleep, and long-term mental health.
The 2025 program brings together an impressive mix of international and Lithuanian experts.
Among them are Sacha Wenk, one of the few Europeans to have trained at China’s Shaolin
Temple since childhood; Leslie Kenny, a global longevity specialist; psychotherapist Dr. Dainius
Jakučionis; neuroscientist Dr. Laura Bojarskaitė; Dr. Violeta Jurgaitienė, founder of Lithuania’s
first longevity clinic; regenerative medicine researcher Dr. Eglė Pavydė; Algirdas Kumža,
president of the Lithuanian Kuksando Association; Justas Kučinskas, founder of Movement
Vilnius; and former pilot and breathwork instructor Lina Mikalauskaitė — along with many other
distinguished voices in health and wellbeing.
Beyond the main conference sessions, participants will be invited to explore a variety of
interactive experiences, including exclusive partner activations, showcases of cutting-edge
science and technology, contests, giveaways, and complimentary experiential workshops.
A must-attend event for health and wellbeing
With its world-class speakers, immersive experiences, and focus on the future of health, Sleep
Fest 2025 promises to be an unmissable gathering for anyone passionate about wellbeing,
longevity, and innovation in mental health.
