Become a certified Havening Techniques Practitioner and develop skills to support clients and yourself with emotional growthif
Are you a therapist or counselor looking for complementary methods? Meet the Havening Techniques Practitioner training.
Who is the Havening Techniques Practitioner training suitable for?
- Psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors and hypnotherapists: These professionals use Havening as a complementary method to relieve trauma, anxiety and stress symptoms in clients. The methodology offers a powerful and effective tool that integrates perfectly with existing treatment methods. NIH
- Coaches and lifestyle professionals: They can use Havening to support their clients with stress management, personal growth and resilience, strengthening their practice.
- Healthcare workers and nurses: For them, Havening offers a valuable technique for helping patients with emotional charges or trauma-related symptoms more effectively, both in acute situations and in long-term support.
- Complementary and alternative therapists: From energetic therapists to bodyworkers, Havening adds an extra dimension to their practice by promoting not only physical, but also emotional balance.
- This course is taught at the college level and is open to participants with an MBO-4 degree or those with a college level of work and thinking.
What is included in the training?
- 2-day live certification: dive into the learning process for two days
- Instant access to training: Get instant access to essential resources and video training
- Personal guidance with Stephen: Receive customized guidance from industry expert Stephen during your certification process
- Personal & Online Success Strategies: Learn proven strategies to build a thriving practice both in person and online
- Exclusive exchange sessions: Participate in one-on-one exchange sessions with fellow practitioners, health professionals and therapists
- Monthly group meetings: Join lively community sessions each month for skills refinement and peer support
- Global private Facebook community: Get access to a support network and valuable resources within our exclusive Facebook community
- International Certification: Earn your prestigious certification, reinforcing your expertise and credibility in the field
Why choose the Havening Techniques Practitioner training?
- Scientifically Substantiated
The Havening Techniques Practitioner training is based on the latest neuroscientific insights. In it, you will learn how trauma and stress are encoded in the brain. Havening aims to reduce the emotional charge of such memories (“depotentiation”); this effect is still being researched…. Many clients report sometimes rapid and long-term relief, but results vary from person to person. Tentative evidence suggests that Havening can provide support for stress and anxiety symptoms; Tentative evidence suggests that Havening can provide support for stress and anxiety symptoms; some former students also report positive experiences with burnout and depression, but scientific evidence for this is limited for now.
- Fast and sustainable results
Many participants experience progress after several sessions; the time required may vary by individual.
- Widely applicable and integratable
Whether you work with hypnotherapy, EFT, EMDR or other methods, the Havening Techniques Practitioner training is a valuable addition. Applicable both independently and additionally.
- Emotional safety
As a Havening Techniques Practitioner, you provide a safe and calming experience for clients. Havening can promote the release of calming neurotransmitters such as serotonin and oxytocin. This creates a sense of security during sessions.
- Holistic approach
By addressing the physical, emotional and neurological aspects of trauma and stress, you work holistically. Many clients experience the approach as profound and comprehensive.
What the Havening Techniques Practitioner training brings
- Expanding your expertise
You enrich your skills with this innovative technique. Immediately applicable in practice. As a result, you identify causes of complaints faster for lasting results.
- Personal growth and resilience
You will learn Self-Havening techniques for your own stress management and resilience. This enhances your well-being and helps you be more effective with clients.
- Professional distinction
As a progressive Havening Techniques Practitioner, you offer modern, effective methods. These distinctive methods help your practice grow successfully.
- Network and support the Havening Techniques Practitioner course
Join a worldwide network of Havening Techniques Practitioners. Benefit from exclusive resources and ongoing guidance.
- Suitable for online application
Havening techniques are particularly well suited to apply online, which means you can work across your own national borders.
Applications of Havening Techniques Practitioner
- Trauma Treatment: Havening helps relieve the emotional charge of trauma; many clients report quick and long-lasting results.
- Anxiety disorders: Havening can reduce symptoms of phobias, panic attacks and anxiety by calming fear responses in the brain.
- Chronic pain: Havening can relieve pain symptoms, especially when stress is a factor.
- Self-image and self-confidence: You help strengthen clients’ self-image and help them break through negative thinking.
- Sleep problems: By reducing anxiety and stress, Havening can contribute to better sleep and more rest.
- Addiction treatment: By reducing stress and trauma, Havening can provide support in breaking addiction patterns.
- Performance enhancement: Havening helps reduce performance pressure and can improve performance. i
Disclaimer: Havening Techniques® are complementary and not a substitute for medical or psychological advice.
Content
- Learn how to apply Havening Techniques and often see noticeable results within a short period of time.
- Experience live demonstrations and interactive hands-on sessions
- Understand the neurobiology of human touch and how it affects the brain and body
- Work towards fast, lasting and life-changing results for your clients.
- Develop and maintain emotional resilience with Havening
- Learn self-healing techniques for stress management and relaxation
- Discover how to build and grow a successful therapy practice with Havening
- Experience live demonstrations and hands-on group sessions
- Learn to confidently apply Havening Techniques online and achieve the same results as in regular sessions
- Get access to the Facebook Havening Community for valuable connections and support
Learning Objectives
- Understanding the neurobiological workings of stress, anxiety and trauma
- Explaining how Havening techniques interfere with memory consolidation
- Apply different forms of Havening correctly (Event, Transpirational, Affirmational)
- Building, guiding and completing sessions safely and effectively
- Dealing with emotions that may be released during sessions
- Adapting technology to various audiences (such as children, youth, adults)
- Integrate Havening into your existing practice (e.g., with EMDR, hypnotherapy or coaching)
- Reassuring clients and explaining what Havening entails – without jargon
- Conducting sessions via live contact as well as online (Zoom, Teams)
- Apply self-reflection and learn from feedback moments
- Professional reporting of sessions and learning experiences
- Making responsible case selection for practice reports
- Using Self-Havening for stress reduction and personal resilience
Competencies
- Neuropsychological basics: You can explain how trauma and stress are stored in the brain and how the Havening technique acts on them.
- Methodical Application of Techniques: You apply the appropriate form of Havening tailored to the complaint and client situation.
- Clinical Reasoning: You make a professional assessment of Havening’s employability in relation to the case, goals and contraindications.
- Emotionally sensitive acting: You monitor your client’s emotional safety during each stage of the process.
- Flexible integration skill: You know how to combine Havening with existing forms of work or therapeutic models.
- Clear communication and explanation: You communicate calmly, clearly and client-focused – including what Havening does and does not do.
- Digital skill in therapy context: You will learn how to guide effective sessions through online platforms and process feedback digitally.
- Professional reflective ability: You critically examine your own actions and use feedback from trainer and colleagues to improve.
- Ethical and responsible conduct: You act according to the guidelines of the Havening certification system and respect professional ethics.
- Self-Care and Personal Development: You apply Self-Havening as a tool for balance, self-regulation and personal growth.
- Peer-to-peer feedback giving and receiving: You can give feedback constructively during exchange sessions as well as use it to hone your skills.
- Case documentation and reporting: You report sessions clearly, substantiated and according to certification requirements.
What you get
- Two intensive training days via Zoom in English with a balanced format regarding theory and practice
- You practice in groups of 3-4 in breakout rooms
- Download the training manual in English from Havening’s training portal
- Bonus video of a two-day Havening training session
- Access to the exclusive Havening Facebook group, worldwide
- Online resources and tools for further support
- Ongoing mentorship and guidance from Stephen Travers, The Director of U.K & International Havening
- Certificate of Participation
- You may display the logo and use the name Havening Techniques® Practitioner after completing the certification process.
- You will be listed on the international database page of Havening Techniques® Practioners.
Additional bonus material
- BONUS 1
Signature Client Program: Unlock Stephen’s proven 4-session program.
- BONUS 2
Weight loss mastery: Learn to define and achieve weight loss goals using Havening techniques
- BONUS 3
Business Growth Principles: Discover the 6 influencing principles to grow your therapy business
- BONUS 4
Practice Optimization Tips: Implement small tweaks for big results in your Havening practice,
- BONUS 5
Amygdala Communication Mastery: Master communication with your amygdala to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
Cost and payment terms
The total cost for this training is € 1,295. This training is exempt from VAT (0%). The training should be paid immediately upon registration, because after that, access to Havening’s online study environment will be given immediately within a few days.
Until Sept. 25, 2025, there is an early booking discount of €300 and the course is €995.
Study Load
The Havening Techniques Practitioner course includes 64 hours of study load, equivalent to 2.5 ECs:
- 16 hours of teacher contact spread over two intensive training days.
- 12 hours of self-study for deepening theoretical knowledge.
- 30 short case studies (it involves multiple case studies in one session) to refine your skills.
- 2-hour exam to confirm your competence.
Starting level of participant
This course is taught at the college level and is open to participants with an MBO-4 degree or those with a college level of work and thinking. No prior knowledge of hypnosis is required. The training is open to all psychologists, therapists, coaches and hypnotherapists.
Accreditations and recognitions
- Recognized by VIV | NVST VBAG through KTNO
- Recognized by BATC
- Recognized by Catcollective through Hole Register Training.
Review and assessment
Certification requirements: The certification process is in the English language. Certification is only possible after completion of the two-day Havening Techniques® course.
Certification includes: 30 short case studies, neuroscience multiple choice exam (with two retakes) inside, 2 video recordings in which you apply Havening. One-on-one private coaching with Stephen Travers during the certification process afterwards. There is one year to complete the certification. After the certification process, you are entitled to use the Havening Techniques® name on your website along with the Havening logo. To carry the name and logo, you pay an annual fee of $99 to Havening.
Qualifications and certificates
- Upon successful completion of the course, the participant will receive a certificate of participation from Havening.
- From HypnoseMentor you will receive a certificate of training stating the dates of study and number of credits.
- The course is designed as continuing education or training for psychologists, therapists, coaches, hypnotherapists and health care professionals who wish to deepen their knowledge and skills.
- The training does not provide a professional qualification in the sense of a legally recognized diploma, but it may contribute to registration or re-registration within professional associations or accreditation bodies, depending on the individual situation of the participant.
- If applicable, the certificate can be used as proof of continuing education credits with recognized professional associations.
- For some participants, they may use the certificate as part of a portfolio as part of professional development, continuing education requirements or third-party accreditation requirements. Consult your professional association, if necessary, for recognition within your profession.
Practical information regarding registration
- You can register up to 7 days before the start of the training, as long as there are still places available. Would you still like to register within this deadline? Feel free to contact us. In some cases, last-minute participation is still possible, as long as there are places available and the administration can be completed in time.
- After registration, you will receive an e-mail confirmation with practical information and the invoice. Participation is final after payment or confirmation of the invoice.
- No later than between 2 and 3 weeks before the start date, you will receive an e-mail informing you whether the training will definitely take place. If the required minimum number of participants is reached earlier, we will inform you.
Conditions of registration
- The course can be canceled free of charge within 14 days. After this period, the cancellation conditions as described in the NRTO’s general terms and conditions apply. This cancellation option expires as soon as access to the online learning environment has been granted.
- HypnoseMentor may decide to cancel with fewer than ten participants. HypnoseMentor cannot be held responsible for expenses incurred by the participant himself in connection with the training such as travel and accommodation expenses.
- Certification requirements: The certification process is in the English language. Certification is only possible after completion of the two-day Havening Techniques® course.
Certification includes: 30 short case studies, neuroscience multiple choice exam (with two retakes) inside, 2 video recordings in which you apply Havening. One-on-one private coaching with Stephen Travers during the certification process afterwards. There is one year to complete the certification. After the certification process, you are entitled to use the Havening Techniques® name on your website along with the Havening logo. To carry the name and logo, you pay an annual fee of $99 to Havening. - Upon cancellation by HypnoseMentor, fees paid by the student will be refunded within seven days.
- The student is expected to participate personally during the designated class study hours.
- At the end of the program, students are asked to complete an evaluation.
- The cost includes a manual in the English language that can be downloaded via the Havening study environment.
- Relevant information necessary for the proper organization and certification of the training will be shared with the instructor and Havening. Please see our privacy statement for details.
- The course material is intended for personal use. The intellectual property remains with HypnoseMentor or other rights holders. Upon delivery, we ask you to sign a copyright statement.
- This disclaimer applies to the use and availability of digital course materials
- We conform to the NRTO code of conduct.
- The general terms and conditions of the NRTO apply to this training.
FAQ Havening Techniques® Practitioner
Wat is Havening en hoe werkt het?
avening Techniques® is een innovatieve, neurowetenschappelijk onderbouwde methode die door zachte aanraking en specifieke technieken helpt om emotioneel beladen herinneringen en stressreacties te 'depotentiëren' in de hersenen. Deze techniek werkt op de amygdala, een deel van de hersenen dat betrokken is bij angst- en stressreacties. Door Havening pas je nieuwe, positieve associaties toe, wat helpt bij het verminderen van angsten, trauma en andere negatieve emoties.
Is de opleiding geschikt voor mensen zonder therapeutische achtergrond?
Je kunt deze opleiding zonder therapeutische achtergrond volgen. Voor het kunnen werken als therapeut zul je daarnaast nog een aantal andere opleidingen dienen te volgen. Je kunt informeren bij het Catcollectief wat een opleidingspad hierbij zou kunnen zijn.
Werkt Havening ook online?
Ja. De online variant van de Havening-opleiding wordt hoog gewaardeerd en is effectief bevonden door deelnemers.
“Ik was wat onzeker over online training... maar het was extreem professioneel en goed georganiseerd.” – Joel Cantor
“Ik gebruik Havening ook online met geweldige resultaten.” – Rianne Hekking
Je krijgt live demonstraties, persoonlijke feedback en toegang tot een veilige, interactieve leeromgeving – dus ook online leer je effectief, praktijkgericht en in contact met andere professionals.
Wat is het verschil tussen de opleiding met en zonder certificering?
De opleiding zonder certificering geeft je de kennis en vaardigheden om Havening te begrijpen en toe te passen. Echter, alleen met certificering mag je jezelf officieel Havening Techniques Practitioner noemen, het logo voeren en word je opgenomen in de internationale database. Dit is belangrijk voor professionals die de methodiek willen integreren in hun praktijk en op de lange termijn willen inzetten.
Kan ik Havening combineren met EMDR, hypnotherapie of coaching?
Absoluut. Veel deelnemers integreren Havening moeiteloos in hun bestaande aanpak.
“Ik had al een actieve hypnosepraktijk… en dit is een uiterst bruikbare aanvulling gebleken.” – Ayla Oostrom
De techniek is modulair en respecteert je professionele stijl – juist die flexibiliteit maakt Havening zo geliefd.
Is de techniek niet “te simpel” om echt te werken?
Dat lijkt misschien zo, tot je het zélf ziet of toepast.
“Als ik het zelf niet had gezien, had ik het niet geloofd.” – Nichola Goode
“De resultaten zijn verbluffend.” – Mustafa Saleem
Havening werkt via neurobiologische mechanismen. De eenvoud zit juist in de doeltreffendheid – én in de manier waarop je die leert toepassen tijdens de opleiding.
Wat levert de opleiding mij op als professional?
Je krijgt een directe, werkbare methode voor diepgaande emotionele klachten. En: je groeit persoonlijk én in je vak.
“Het heeft mijn praktijk én mijn leven veranderd.” – Charlie Briggs
“Nog nooit zo geïnspireerd vertrokken van een training.” – Ronia Frasier
Je werkt sneller, met meer vertrouwen, en met technieken die cliënten écht verder helpen.
Wie is Stephen Travers en waarom trainen bij hem?
Stephen Travers is een van de erkende Havening-docenten – bekend om zijn deskundigheid, warme begeleiding en heldere uitleg.
“Ik had het geluk om te trainen met Stephen.” – Carla Sofia Ferreira
“Stephen is een geweldige mentor en trainer.” – Linda Matijsen
Zijn aanpak wordt geroemd door psychologen, coaches én hypnotherapeuten wereldwijd.
Wat is het verschil tussen met of zonder certificering?
Zonder certificering mag je Havening niet professioneel toepassen of communiceren als “Havening Techniques® Practitioner”.
Met certificering krijg je:
- Internationaal erkend diploma
- Gebruik van titel en logo
- Toegang tot de officiële Havening-community
Kortom: je bouwt aan je professionele geloofwaardigheid en zichtbaarheid.
Practical information
Lecturer
Stephen Travers
Duration of training
2 days Virtual Classroom. After that, you have one year’s time to complete the accreditation process.
Language
The training is conducted in the English language. You will receive a manual in the English language. Communication about the training is mainly in the English language.
Level of training
The course is taught at a higher professional education level, but no prior degree or training is required.
Details
After registering, you will receive access to their digital classroom environment through Havening. There you can download the primer (manual). Also, you can already take classes there in Havening prior to the online classes.
Locations
The training will be held online (Virtual Classroom)
Information on cost, course load, accreditations and recognitions can be found under the Terms and Conditions tab.
Watch the impressive demo of a Havening training, showing how Susan, a therapist, overcame severe anxiety rooted in a major health crisis.
Experienced teacher
Stephen Travers is a leading therapist with over twenty years of experience in resolving anxiety, trauma and addiction. Recognized worldwide for his pioneering use of Havening Techniques®, he has dedicated his career to practicing and teaching this groundbreaking method, celebrated for its rapid, profound and lasting results.
A leading authority on Havening, Stephen has trained more practitioners worldwide than anyone else, setting the standard for excellence. With hundreds of 5-star reviews from therapists and clients, his training programs are proven pathways to mastering therapy and building thriving practices.
Known for their educational depth and effectiveness, Stephen’s sessions offer profound insights into integrating Havening into therapeutic work to improve outcomes and enhance client well-being. His innovative approaches have solidified his reputation as a transformational figure in therapy.
Join Stephen to learn how this innovative approach can enhance your practice and benefit your clients, and lay the foundation for continued professional development as a Certified International Havening Techniques® Practitioner.
Experiences of our students
What a valuable training is Havening Techniques and Stephen is an excellent trainer. If you get a chance, I recommend working with him. He is approachable, positive and very knowledgeable. I am glad I was able to learn Havening from the best. The results I achieve with Havening are amazing!
I was impressed with how Stephen was able to share his knowledge and experience with us and take us to the next level. During the certification process, he also shows to be an excellent mentor that you can learn a lot from.
What tremendous knowledge and enthusiasm Stephen conveys from the first minute of training. With great passion and humor, he shares his knowledge and gives you feedback. Havening Techniques® has allowed me to guide so many clients to effective healing of their fears, phobias and traumas. I am confident that as a certified practitioner, I can now apply the wonderful work even more on my own. Thank you, Stephen.
I took the Havening training with Stephen and am very glad I did. The training system was well thought out and the pace of the information was perfect. The required study cases did an excellent job of preparing me to apply these techniques in my practice. Stephen, your feedback and the opportunities you have provided have been invaluable. Thank you for helping to expand my expertise.
He is an excellent instructor and clearly a skilled and experienced therapist. Stephen is easy to approach and takes plenty of time for questions and answers. I have been using Havening with my clients ever since with amazing results, even online. I highly recommend his trainings and am grateful to Stephen and the Organizing team for bringing this powerful tool to the Netherlands.
What a valuable training is Havening Techniques and Stephen is an excellent trainer. If you get a chance, I recommend working with him. He is approachable, positive and very knowledgeable. I am glad I was able to learn Havening from the best. The results I achieve with Havening are amazing!
I was impressed with how Stephen was able to share his knowledge and experience with us and take us to the next level. During the certification process, he also shows to be an excellent mentor that you can learn a lot from.
What tremendous knowledge and enthusiasm Stephen conveys from the first minute of training. With great passion and humor, he shares his knowledge and gives you feedback. Havening Techniques® has allowed me to guide so many clients to effective healing of their fears, phobias and traumas. I am confident that as a certified practitioner, I can now apply the wonderful work even more on my own. Thank you, Stephen.
I took the Havening training with Stephen and am very glad I did. The training system was well thought out and the pace of the information was perfect. The required study cases did an excellent job of preparing me to apply these techniques in my practice. Stephen, your feedback and the opportunities you have provided have been invaluable. Thank you for helping to expand my expertise.
He is an excellent instructor and clearly a skilled and experienced therapist. Stephen is easy to approach and takes plenty of time for questions and answers. I have been using Havening with my clients ever since with amazing results, even online. I highly recommend his trainings and am grateful to Stephen and the Organizing team for bringing this powerful tool to the Netherlands.
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