Train in a neuroscience-based approach to emotional healing, working directly with the amygdala-based responses that keep us stuck long after an event is over.
Led by Elle Louise McBride, Registered Havening Techniques® Trainer. Open to practitioners worldwide.
Havening Techniques® is a psychosensory approach developed by Dr. Ronald Ruden. It combines specific forms of therapeutic touch with guided attention, imagination, and conversation to address how emotional responses become linked to memories.
The focus of Havening is specific. When an experience is overwhelming, the amygdala can encode that event in a way that keeps triggering an emotional and physiological response long after the original threat has passed. A client may understand they are safe, yet their brain continues to react as though the danger is still present.
Using carefully applied psychosensory input alongside guided attention, Havening aims to help de-link the emotional response from the memory itself. The memory remains. The facts of what happened are not erased. What can change is the emotional intensity and automatic threat response that the memory continues to evoke.
Many therapeutic approaches help clients explore thoughts, beliefs, behaviours, or the meaning of an experience. Havening adds another point of intervention by working with the encoded emotional response attached to the memory itself. Rather than relying on repeated retelling of distressing events, the technique uses psychosensory input to support change at the point where the emotional learning was established, giving practitioners a way to work with amygdala-based conditions alongside the approaches they already use.
Practitioners are drawn to Havening because it is:
A structured, trauma-informed psychosensory approach
Gentle for many amygdala-based conditions, and doesn't require clients to repeatedly relive distressing experiences
Easy to integrate alongside counselling, psychology, coaching, hypnotherapy, bodywork, and other therapeutic modalities
Suitable for both online and in-person practice
Practical to learn and immediately applicable in clinical work
Built to sit alongside the skills practitioners already have, not replace them
— Michelle, Training Participant
Open to both Australian and international practitioners.
This training suits practitioners who already hold client relationships and want a way to work with encoded emotional learning directly.
therapists, counsellors, and social workers
coaches and facilitators
somatic and body-based practitioners
allied health and wellbeing professionals
This isn't a weekend workshop. It's a supported pathway.
A lot of professional trainings are a single event. You attend, you receive a certificate, and you're on your own from there.
House of Delta is built differently. Training is led by Elle Louise McBride, who brings both the formal qualification (Certified Havening Techniques® Practitioner and Registered Trainer) and years of client-facing experience in trauma-informed work.
The training is shaped around:
understanding why the work works, not only the steps to follow
ethical, grounded facilitation rather than performance
building real confidence, not just a certificate to point to
ongoing mentorship, so you're supported through real client work, not just the training days
This won't turn you into a different kind of practitioner overnight. What it can offer is a structured, supported way to build a new capability into work you already care about.
When I first discovered Havening Techniques® in 2016, I wasn't looking for a new modality to teach. I was trying to heal.
What I experienced in that first session surprised me. I felt safer in my body. Quieter in my mind. Some of the stress I'd been carrying for years began to shift. It didn't happen through force. It happened through a process that felt properly gentle.
That experience led me to train in the first official Havening Training here in Australia, and later to become a Registered Trainer in 2024 so I could pass the work on to other practitioners. Since then, I've supported clients through emotional healing and trained practitioners across Australia and internationally.
I care as much about the science being understood properly as I do about the work being delivered with care. My aim as a trainer is for you to leave knowing the protocols, and feeling confident applying them safely and ethically with real clients.
Everything you need to complete your Havening Techniques® training and progress through certification is included in your enrolment.
16 hours of live training with Elle
The neuroscience of encoded emotional learning, including delta brainwaves, AMPA receptors, and the role of the amygdala.
All seven Havening Techniques® protocols, including three foundational and four advanced protocols.
When and how to apply each protocol safely and effectively.
Live demonstrations, guided practice, and supervised feedback throughout the training.
Certification is supported from beginning to end.
You'll receive:
Four private mentoring sessions with Elle.
12 live group mentoring opportunities every year
Guidance as you complete your certification case studies.
Individual feedback before on all written and video case studies.
Your enrolment includes:
The House of Delta Practitioner Training Guide (90+ pages).
40+ Session templates, client worksheets, and documentation resources.
18 months' access to the House of Delta Practitioner Hub.
Certification follows the official Havening Techniques® international standards.
You'll receive support throughout the process, including:
Guidance through each certification requirement.
Preparation for the Havening Science Review.
Simple templates for written and video case studies guidelines.
Eligibility for an official practitioner listing on Havening.org once certification requirements have been successfully completed.
To become a Certified Havening Techniques® Practitioner, the following steps are required:
• Completion of the open-book Science Review (50 multiple choice questions)
• Submission of 20 written case studies (up to 3 case studies per-person)
• Submission of 3 video case studies
• The membership fee is $99/year USD and renewed annually to use Havening IP and maintain your Certified Practitioner status.
• (For US practitioners) Complete the Ethics Course by Midge Murphy JD (USD 149)
12 Month window to complete the requirements
By the end of the training you'll understand how to:
Understand how emotional experiences become encoded.
Recognise how learned threat responses continue long after an event has passed.
Apply Havening within an evidence informed, psychosensory framework.
Know when each protocol is appropriate.
Adapt your approach to different client presentations.
Practise with confidence through live demonstrations and supervised exercises.
Take a relevant history without unnecessarily increasing distress.
Recognise emotional, cognitive, and physiological patterns.
Maintain safety while working with emotionally significant material.
Apply Havening alongside counselling, psychology, coaching, hypnotherapy, bodywork, or other therapeutic approaches.
Experience Havening as both practitioner and client.
Leave with the confidence to begin using the techniques immediately within your professional scope of practice.
It’s about expanding your capacity to hold space with greater presence, precision, and care.
"Havening wasn’t just another course. It was life-changing"
Through the training, she experienced a shift in her own body relief from physical pain and now feels empowered to help others walk through their own healing. This is the kind of transformation we witness every round.
“I finally have a tool that bridges my emotional and trauma"
Kirby joined to expand her scope of practice. She left with tools that elevate her current offering. Now, she’s using it to help clients move through emotional blocks with safety and skill.
Start anytime, you choose your dates
Can’t attend a scheduled training? The Train Anytime option lets you complete your full Havening Techniques® Certification on your own schedule, with private mentoring, live practice, and ongoing support.
Online Group Training
3 x 6 Hr Sessions across 3 Days
Friday 18th September
Saturday 19th September
Sunday 20th September
Please note that times may vary slightly depending on attendees’ locations.
Facilitators Timezone Brisbane (AEST): 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Hybrid Training - Online Theory and In person Practical
all inclusive training and Certification
A blended certification training combining live online theory with in person practical immersion. Learn the neuroscience foundations of Havening Techniques® and gain the confidence to apply this trauma informed, nervous system based approach safely and effectively.
Online Theory:
Saturday 17th October 9am-4pm
In Person Practical:
Burleigh Heads Town Centre, Gold Coast, Australia
Saturday 24th October 9-4pm
Sunday 25th October 9:30-3pm
Hybrid Training - Online Theory and In person Practical
all inclusive training and Certification
A blended certification training combining live online theory with in person practical immersion. Learn the neuroscience foundations of Havening Techniques® and gain the confidence to apply this trauma informed, nervous system based approach safely and effectively.
Online Theory:
Saturday 21st November 9am-4pm
In Person Practical:
Location TBA, Adelaide, Australia
Saturday 28th November 9-4pm
Sunday 29th November 9:30-3pm
Exclusive Training pathways of House of Delta
This certification pathway includes both the official Havening Techniques® training and the extended mentorship model unique to House of Delta.
Full Training & Mentorship to Certification - Start anytime, you choose your dates and schedule
This is a non-certification pathway designed for personal growth and self-regulation. If you decide later that you’d like to become certified, you’ll have the option to upgrade and continue with the full Practitioner Certification pathway. This includes 18 months access to the House of Delta Training Hub.
For all additional question please select one the following
Participants come from a range of backgrounds, including psychology, coaching, counselling, and healthcare, as well as people with no clinical background who want the training for personal use. The training is structured to be accessible either way.
Yes, absolutely.
You’ll leave with practical tools you can begin using right away, even before becoming certified. The training is designed to build your confidence and help you feel comfortable applying the foundational Havening protocols in your own life or practice.
Yes. The standard plan is outlined in the Investment section above. If that doesn't suit your circumstances, get in touch and we can discuss what might work.
If you’d like to explore a plan that works for your budget, just get in touch via email contact@ellelouisemcbride.com
Complete the open book Science Review
Submit a minimum of 20 written case studies
Submit 3 video case studies
Annual membership of USD 99
(For US practitioners) Complete the Ethics Course by Midge Murphy JD (USD 149)
Mentorship during Certification with Elle Includes:
✓ Four Personal Mentoring Sessions: One-to-one video calls focused on refining your technique and addressing specific questions
✓ Access to Monthly Group Supervision Calls: Connect with other practitioners and continue developing your skills
✓ Documentation Review: Expert feedback on your case studies before final submission
✓ Private Community Access: Join our supportive network of practitioners in training
✓ Email Support: Receive timely responses to your certification questions
See Mentorship Section for all other inclusions
Yes! You are more than welcome to join us for just the Foundational Havening Techniques® training.
This 16-hour immersive experience is perfect if you're looking to explore Havening for your own healing, nervous system regulation, or to support friends and family. It’s also a beautiful way to reconnect with your body, release stored emotional residue, and build personal emotional resilience, without the pressure of completing case studies or certification.
You’ll receive:
Full 16-hour live training experience
Personal practice sessions and live demonstrations
Tools to integrate Havening into your own wellbeing practice
A certificate of attendance (not a certification to practice professionally)
This is a non-certification pathway designed for personal growth and self-regulation. If you decide later that you’d like to become certified, you’ll have the option to upgrade and continue with the full Practitioner Certification pathway anytime within 12 months of completing the Foundations training.
Email Elle contact@ellelouisemcbride.com for more information or Apply Here and you'll be emailed information
Havening is a psychosensory technique grounded in neuroscience. Unlike traditional talk therapy, it works directly with the brain’s emotional encoding system - helping to gently release trauma and regulate the nervous system without needing to revisit distressing memories. It’s deeply empowering, gentle, and safe - often producing lasting change more quickly than expected.
Attending the 16 hour live training gives you a working understanding of Havening Techniques®, hands-on practice, and a certificate of attendance. Many practitioners choose to stop here, particularly if their interest is personal growth or informal use with friends and family, rather than offering Havening professionally to clients.
Becoming a Certified Havening Techniques® Practitioner is a separate, additional pathway. It requires the live training as a foundation, plus:
the open-book Havening Science Review
20 written case studies
3 video case studies
an annual Havening HQ membership (required in your first year to use the Havening IP and hold certified status; optional in subsequent years)
USA based practitioners require to to complete an Ethics exam.
You have 12 months from the start of your training to complete certification requirements.
Certification is what allows you to describe yourself publicly as a Certified Havening Techniques® Practitioner and be listed on havening.org.
This mentorship pathway is designed to meet you where you are. It offers structure, clarity, and steady support so you can complete certification with confidence rather than pressure.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the requirements, stuck in perfectionism, or simply wanting clear guidance and thoughtful feedback, this container supports you through the full certification process with care and professionalism.
You’ve already done the training. This is about helping you complete the journey and step into certified practice feeling prepared and supported.
Step by step guidance through all certification requirements
Four private mentoring sessions focused on refining technique and building confidence
Monthly group supervision calls for practice, learning, and peer support
Case study and documentation review with clear, constructive feedback
Video demonstration assessment to strengthen facilitation skills
Support with the science review, both content and preparation
Access to a private practitioner community for connection and shared learning
Ongoing email support so you are never left unsure about next steps
You have completed Havening Techniques® training with an approved trainer
You hold a certificate of attendance or equivalent proof of training
You are ready to complete certification with structured support, clear guidance, and encouragement
Of course. You’re welcome to book a complimentary, no-pressure call to ask questions and explore if this training feels aligned with your goals, experience, and the season you're in.
Yes, Elle offers tailored training for teams, wellness organisations, and healthcare groups.
Custom group experiences can be delivered in-person or online and are designed around your group’s goals, availability, and learning style. They’re ideal for deepening collective care, connection, and trauma-informed capacity.
contact@ellelouisemcbride.com
Yes, Elle is available to travel both within Australia and internationally.
If your group or organisation would prefer an in-person experience, she’ll work with you to create a custom training plan and quote that includes travel arrangements.
Please email contact@ellelouisemcbride.com
Curious about Havening Techniques®? Download the free guide to learn how it works, what training involves, and whether it's the right fit for your practice.
"The simplicity of Havening is what makes it so powerful"
Kirsten joined the training to deepen her skill set and left with a clear understanding of both the why and the how. She was especially struck by how easily Havening can be integrated into existing client work without adding complexity.
"I didn’t expect to feel supported before it even began"
Nic shares how powerful it was to feel supported leading into the training and how instant the impact of Havening really is. She says, “It’s simple, it’s effective, and it’s something everyone should have access to.”
contact@ellelouisemcbride.com
House of Delta offers tailored training for teams, wellness organisations, and healthcare groups.
Custom group experiences can be delivered in-person or online and are designed around your group’s goals, availability, and learning style. They’re ideal for deepening collective care, connection, and trauma-informed capacity.
"Elle is a gifted and articulate trainer who demonstrates her passion & authority in the Havening space. The training was interactive & spaced well over the days. Working through information & allowing time for practicing meant I felt like I was getting a deeper understanding throughout."
"Insightful, educational, informative and interesting. I've learnt so much about the modality and learning the science and then actually doing the session and seeing that unfold blows my mind every single time. Elle is extremely knowledgeable and talented in havening and I couldn't think of a better human to be mentored by."
"I absolutely loved the Havening training with Elle. It's a rare thing for someone to teach so well in such an accessible way, while simultaneously creating a safe space for us all to be vulnerable. Elle did a superb job of this. I can't wait to get Havening!"
"Elle is not only an incredible Havening Technique Practitioner, but an amazing trainer. Her in depth knowledge and ability to make complex science concepts simple and easy to understand is a gift of hers. From her personal anecdotes and shares, to her examples and demonstrations of the different Havening techniques, Elle is a master at her craft and ability."
"The Havening training through Elle was so impactful that I decided to learn and train in this practice."
"Elle was incredibly knowledgeable and approachable in the way she imparted the techniques and science."
"I am so thankful for Elle. Her support and genuine care is a credit to her as a person."
"She is genuine gift to anyone that has the opportunity to come across her path."
"Who knew healing could be so easy! Stuck on thoughts and going over things in your mind can be erased with a simple tool. Thanks Elle for your time and patience and awesome presentations to get across this amazing modality. I found the course easy to follow, there was so much hands on training, I made personal growth in a few days whilst learning a new tool to heal."
"This training was informative, life-changing, and beautifully structured. Elle has such a perceptive, insightful, and caring way of delivering this unique and effective technique. I now understand how trauma and stress impact us on a deeper level, and Havening has helped me sit with my own emotions with more ease and willingness. Elle made the concepts practical and engaging, and her knowledge was tangible throughout. I’m so glad I did this training with her."
By the final day, I not only had a solid grasp of Havening but also the confidence that I could actually become certified and help others. This training has been absolutely the best thing I've done for myself in years, a truly transformative gift that I've already enthusiastically recommended to others.
"I’ve just completed a 16-hour online Havening course with Elle, and I feel deeply grateful for the experience. This training has been not only educational but also personally transformative. Elle is an incredibly skilled and compassionate teacher who holds space in a way that feels both safe and empowering. Her clarity, warmth, and depth of knowledge made the material accessible, engaging, and applicable. I look forward to continuing the certification process and incorporating this technique into my practice"
"I've trained in IFS, TRTP, ACT, and MindShift training, and I believe this is the safest, fastest method of change I've seen. Elle our trainer had such wisdom, knowledge, passion for process and a wonderful inclusive way of teaching. Havening integrates so well with all other therapeutic modalities, but also as a complete therapy that stands alone"
"This course was absolutely amazing, so well-organised, comprehensive, and thoughtfully delivered. Elle is a fantastic teacher. She’s intuitive, empathetic, and created a safe space for learning and growth. The resources perfectly supported the training, and I now feel confident and capable to practice Havening and hold healing space for others. I loved every minute!"
"This is a gentle respectful intuitive somatic technique that may help shift stuck stories that you carry or that show up in your clients as trauma. I would highly recommend this training, it is both easy to learn and the results are revolutionary in a gentle way (people are able to move towards optimism). Havening techniques is truly miraculous and will compliment my practice helping others to heal.
Elle is a great teacher and it was an honour and privilege to be in the presence of someone who has honed this craft but delivers it with no ego, just gentleness and compassion"
"Crazy who knew there is an actualy way to release traumatic responses in a quick and connected way. A completely grounding, and empathetic way that is back by scientific reseach to break out of distress. Elle is a compassionate trainer, with her expertise and insight, no doubt this will add change into your life.
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"I recommend Elle without hesitation. The professionalism, depth of understanding, and genuine commitment to the training were evident throughout every stage of the process. It has been a valuable and transformative experience that will continue to have a positive impact for me moving forward in my career."