Havening Techniques

Havening Techniques are a gentle, touch-based approach designed to support relaxation, emotional regulation, and nervous system balance. They are often explored by individuals seeking to feel more grounded, calm, and resilient in the face of stress or challenging life experiences.

Havening works by engaging natural sensory pathways and soothing touch to help the body and brain shift out of heightened stress responses and into a more settled, restorative state. The process is client-centered, non-invasive, and can be experienced with minimal verbal sharing if desired.

Supporting Calm, Resilience, and Emotional Well-Being

Many people find that certain memories, fears, or stress patterns continue to influence how they feel and respond in daily life. Havening® provides a way to gently support the nervous system so the body can feel safer in the present moment.

Rather than forcing change, Havening invites the nervous system to settle naturally. This can help create a sense of ease, clarity, and emotional flexibility. Individual experiences vary, and each session is guided by the needs and comfort of the participant.

“Trauma has less to do with cognition and more to do with how the body learns to perceive safety or threat.”
— Dr. Bessel van der Kolk

Ways People Commonly Explore Havening

Havening may be explored for:

• Supporting emotional regulation and stress management

• Encouraging calm and nervous system balance

• Building resilience and adaptability

• Enhancing focus, performance, and confidence

• Supporting overall well-being through self-regulation practices

Havening can also be learned as a self-care tool, allowing individuals to support their own sense of calm and balance in everyday life.

What a Havening Session Is Like

Havening sessions may take place in person or remotely via Zoom. The experience often involves simple, soothing touch to the hands, arms, or face, along with guided attention and imagery.

Sessions are designed to feel safe, comfortable, and supportive. Participants are always in control of their experience, and sessions can be conducted with minimal discussion of personal details if preferred.

Many people describe Havening as naturally relaxing, grounding, and easy to integrate into daily life.

Self-Havening & Personal Empowerment

A key aspect of Havening is learning techniques you can use on your own. During a session, you’ll be shown simple self-Havening practices so you can continue supporting your nervous system between sessions and in real-world situations.

These techniques can be practiced almost anywhere and are often described as empowering because they place regulation tools directly in your own hands.

A Gentle, Science-Informed Approach

Havening draws on modern neuroscience concepts related to sensory input, nervous system regulation, and relaxation responses. While the techniques are simple, research continues to explore how soothing touch and focused attention may support emotional well-being and stress resilience.

Havening is not intended to replace medical or mental health care and is offered as a complementary wellness experience.

Sessions & Workshops

Workshops focus on education, self-regulation skills, and practical tools for managing stress and supporting emotional balance.

If you’re interested in hosting a workshop for your group, please reach out to discuss options.

Requesting a Session

To request a Havening session, please visit:
https://www.juliegosh.com/request-a-session