The letters S.H.E.N stand for Specific Human Emotional Nexus. Richard Pavek an American researcher worked out the basic physics of the biofield in 1977 & 1978. Over the next twelve years he mapped out and developed the basic SHEN® physio-emotional release techniques and puzzled out the principles of emotional dynamics that guide SHEN® Therapists in their practice.

SHEN® therapy is based on the understanding of emotional dynamics, or the 'life cycle' of emotions. SHEN® is effective not only at bringing up emotion but also bringing us through painful emotions so they can come to a conclusion and leave.SHEN® has specific methods for effectively guiding us through both these stages.