What can I expect at my first Havening session?
Our first session will be to discuss in detail the issue you would like to work on. We will go over the Client Agreement for Havening Services, and you will have time to ask all of your questions so you feel comfortable about the process. We will also determine the type of Havening Touch you feel comfortable with; provider facilitated or self-Havening (see below FAQ’s).
FAQs
Is Havening dangerous?
Havening is not dangerous. Havening Techniques offer the benefit of reducing distress as the protocols commence. Potential risks may include: in-session abreactions (crying, laughter, anger, physical movements, etc.), post-Havening lightheadedness or mild disorientation, and rarely, a worsening of symptoms or emotional numbing. If you experience any distressing reactions or negative side effects from a Havening session, you are strongly advised to stop Havening and seek appropriate professional help.
Does Havening have to be done in person?
Absolutely not. Havening is 100% effective either in-person, or using a virtual platform. Self-application of the havening touch, also known as Self-Havening, is fully effective. Self-Havening allows for you to feel increase autonomy during the process, and is actually a critical part of your healing journey; as a means to build confidence and muscle memory as you continue building your personal resilience and positive neuroplasticity outside of sessions. Self-havening allows for virtual visits and for healing in your own comfortable and safe environment.
Is Havening a form of psychotherapy?
No. Psychotherapy, or talk therapy, is a way to help people with a broad variety of mental illnesses and emotional difficulties. Talk therapy is a many multi-session approach usually consisting of processing, introspection and behavioral intervention and skill development.
Havening sessions consist of a specific formulated treatment technique specifically designed to target encoded memories in our brain. Sessions can vary- but unlike psychotherapy, is not designed to be indefinite.
What touch is involved?
Havening Techniques consists of two primary components; touch and guided imagery to activate your working memory. The touch can be provider facilitated, or done by you- known as Self-Havening (see below). Three simple touches; the palms of your hands, upper arms and/or face.
Where can I learn more about Havening?
For more information about Havening, please visit the official Havening website at www.havening.org, where you can learn more about the neuroscience of Havening and current Havening research. You can also watch Havening videos, read more client testimonials, learn about the developers of the Havening Techniques, and more.
