Havening Techniques
Questions
The things people ask me before they book. If yours is not here, just ask.
Do I have to talk about what happened?
No. That is the thing that surprises people most about Havening, and it is the reason a lot of people are willing to try it. You can work on something without narrating it to me. Some people do choose to talk, and that is fine too. It is your call, every time.
What exactly is the touch?
Slow, light stroking on your upper arms, the palms of your hands, and your forehead. That is all of it. No pressure, nothing that hurts, nothing that would leave a mark. I will show you before I do it.
Can I do the touch myself?
Yes, and plenty of people prefer to. I talk you through it and you apply it yourself. It works the same way.
What if I do not want to be touched at all?
Then we do it the other way, with you applying it. Tell me at the start, or partway through, or the second time you come after being fine with it the first. You do not owe me a reason.
What if I get upset?
You might. It happens, and it does not mean anything has gone wrong. I am not going to be thrown by it and I am not going to rush you. We slow down or we stop, whichever you need.
How many sessions will I need?
I do not know, and I would be wary of anyone who claimed to. Some people come once, some come for a stretch. There is no package and nothing to sign up for.
What if it does not do anything for me?
That is a real possibility and I would rather say so up front. Havening is not right for everyone. If it is not doing anything for you, I will tell you, and I will help you think about what might suit you better. I am not going to keep taking your money out of politeness.
Is it confidential?
Yes. What you bring stays with me. The only exceptions are the ones any practitioner has, where there is a serious risk of harm to you or someone else. I will always try to talk with you first if that ever came up.
Do I need to know what I want to work on?
No. Plenty of people arrive knowing only that something feels heavier than it used to. We can start there.
What should I wear?
Whatever you are comfortable in. Short sleeves or sleeves you can push up are handy, since the touch is on your arms, but it is not important.
Do you work with young people?
Yes, from twelve upwards, with a parent or caregiver involved. There is a separate page about how that works.
Do you work online?
No. I only work in person. If online would suit you better, tell me and I will point you towards practitioners who offer it.
Where are you?
Red Beach, Auckland. You will get the address when you book.
What does it cost?
$75 a session. If that is out of reach, koha is welcome. Get in touch.