Havening Techniques® is a set of tools that combines specific applied touch with mindfulness-based exercises. The term “Havening” refers to a method that enables individuals to create their own safe haven. These techniques are intended to support shifts toward a more regulated and balanced state of body and mind. When applied independently, the techniques are called Self-Havening®. In the ABC of Self-Regulation Tapping workshops offered across campus since 2020, participants may have encountered actions similar to Havening techniques.
A Few Student Reviews
1. “I felt my body relax and let out a huge sigh of relief almost immediately after we began Havening. We all could benefit from incorporating stress management practices, and this one is relatively “quick and easy” so I see a lot of value in it for students. I would absolutely recommend.”
– GT CoB STAMP scholar, May 2022
2. Audio Feedback from A Student who participated in a 30 min workshop
Havening Workshops Available at Georgia Tech
Funding from the SGA Mental Health Coalition (Spring 2024) has made it possible to offer Havening Techniques® workshops on the Georgia Tech campus at no cost. These workshops can be offered in-person, or virtually, and are offered with support from the Havening Techniques founders, Drs. Ron and Steve Ruden, and Havening.org.
1.Experiential Self-regulation Workshops (15–60 minutes)
One time workshops are available to introduce participants to practical stress-coping skills that support in-the-moment stress management. Units or instructors interested in hosting a workshop for a class or department may submit a request to tapping@ece.gatech.edu.
2.Monthly Workshops on 3rd Fridays (30 min)
The monthly workshops offered in collaboration with USG Well-Being introduces various somatic and sensory based stress management tools each month. More information about the monthly workshop can be found from this link.
A 30 min replay of the “Intro to Havening®” workshop, presented August 2025, by guest presenters Holli Englehart, LICSW, and Nicole Carreon, LMFT (Midwest Haven) is available for viewing here. Some select feedback includes “I need a nap now. I feel good,” “Centered,” “That was amazing.” “Love it!!!” “Beautiful” “So calming” “I have never heard of this before and I may do my research paper on how it impacts wellbeing.” “I needed this today.” *Please note that comments from participants reflect personal experiences and should not be interpreted as evidence of guaranteed results.
3.Havening Techniques Foundational Training (16hr)
This comprehensive training provides an experiential, hands-on introduction to the full range of Havening Techniques®. This training is for building foundational knowledge of self-regulation skills, with an emphasis on education and information sharing. If interested in participating, please reach out to join the wait list.
Trademark disclosure notice:
The following statement is a required trademark disclosure mandated by the trademark holder for use of the term “Havening Techniques.” The wording are externally required and are not intended as promotion.
Mitsuko Ito (GT staff) is a certified practitioner and trainer of the Havening Techniques.
Havening Techniques is a registered trademark of Ronald Ruden, 15 East 91st Street, New York. www.Havening.org.