Wearable versatility sets TouchPoints apart. Clinicians can easily incorporate them into therapy sessions by having clients wear them as comfortable wristbands, discreetly clipped to their clothing, or held in their hands. This adaptability ensures a seamless integration into various therapeutic approaches.
Ground Clients, Ease Distress
touchPOINTS FOR BETTER THERAPEUTIC OUTCOMES
TouchPoints are patented wearables that help clients stay present and regulate emotions during difficult moments. With over 3 million uses showing no increased risk of dissociation, they are a safe and reliable choice used by therapists nationwide.
SCIENCE BEHIND TOUCHPOINTS
TouchPoints use our proprietary BLAST (bilateral alternating stimulation-tactile) technology, delivering gentle, alternating vibrations on both sides of the body. These vibrations stimulate touch receptors in the skin and send signals to the brain, even without direct skin contact. This influences the body’s stress response by calming the nervous system and promoting relaxation. Over time, using TouchPoints may help train the brain to manage stress more effectively.
Therapists use TouchPoints as part of a broader treatment plan to help clients stay calm during sessions, process emotions, and practice stress management techniques. The calming effect can help clients remain present and focused, making therapy more productive and fostering long-term improvements in stress resilience.
Unlike wired tappers and other bulky devices, TouchPoints are:
- Wearable and hands-free, if that’s your preference
- Wireless and hassle-free
- Adjustable, with multiple vibration speeds
- Rechargeable with an included micro-USB cable
BLAST IS PROVEN TO
Improve memory retrieval
Promote relaxation
reduce eeg amplitude
HOW THERAPISTS USE TOUCHPOINTS
Grounding During Intense Emotions
The alternating vibrations help clients stay present and regulate their emotions, making it easier to manage distress during challenging therapy moments.
EMDR Facilitation and Adjunctive Therapy
TouchPoints enhance EMDR sessions by reducing physiological arousal and cognitive distress, allowing clients to resolve difficult emotions more effectively.
Support Between Sessions
Clients can use TouchPoints independently to manage anxiety and stress, reinforcing emotional resilience and self-regulation skills.
HANDS-FREE
TouchPoints enhance therapeutic practices without direct skin contact, allowing use in pockets or clipped to clothing.
THERAPIST EXCLUSIVE OFFER
Get 50% Off a Set of Touchpoints
This offer is exclusively available to therapists in the US and Canada. It applies to first-time orders and is limited to one set of TouchPoints, though you can add any number of accessories to your order. If you are not a therapist, please shop here.
TouchPoints Essentials
$219.99
Ideal for clients who need to wear TouchPoints throughout their day, these clothing clips allow for discreet placement of the devices on or in-between clothing. Perfect for clients who want to integrate TouchPoints without drawing attention in social settings.
INCLUDED:
Dual-pronged Charger
Set of Clothing
Clips
Free
Consultation
TouchPoints with Wristbands
$229.99
The wristbands are designed for easy and comfortable use during sessions. They securely hold the TouchPoints in place while offering full mobility, allowing clients to focus on their therapy without discomfort or distraction.
INCLUDED:
Dual-pronged Charger
Set of Silicone Wristbands
Free
Consultation
TouchPoints for Sleep
$229.99
These zippered sweatbands are ideal for clients who prefer wearing TouchPoints on their arms or ankles. Ideal for both in-sessions or home practice, they ensure a secure fit, muffle vibrations for discretion, and stay comfortable during therapy or daily activities.
INCLUDED:
Dual-pronged Charger
Set of Zippered Sweatbands
Free
Consultation
TouchPoints Essentials
$219.99
Ideal for clients who need to wear TouchPoints throughout their day, these clothing clips allow for discreet placement of the devices on or in between clothing. Perfect for clients who want to integrate TouchPoints without drawing attention in social settings.
INCLUDED:
Dual-pronged
Charger
Set of
Clothing Clips
Free
Consultation
TouchPoints with Wristbands
$229.99
The wristbands are designed for easy and comfortable use during sessions. They securely hold the TouchPoints in place while offering full mobility, allowing clients to focus on their therapy without discomfort or distraction.
INCLUDED:
Dual-pronged
Charger
Set of Silicone
Wristbands
Free
Consultation
TouchPoints for Sleep
$229.99
These zippered sweatbands are ideal for clients who prefer wearing TouchPoints on their arms or ankles. Ideal for both in-sessions or home practice, they ensure a secure fit, muffle vibrations for discretion, and stay comfortable during therapy or daily activities.
INCLUDED:
Dual-pronged
Charger
Set of Zippered Sweatbands
Free
Consultation
ACCESSORIES
Clothing Clips
$9.99
Silicone Wristbands
$29.99
Zippered Sweatbands
$29.99
REAL FEEDBACK FROM PRACTICING CLINICIANS
WHAT THERAPISTS ARE SAYING
RESEARCH STUDIES
Applied BLAST Evidence from Quantitative Electroencephalogram
This study used quantitative electroencephalograms to measure the impact of TouchPoints on stress. The results showed a significant decrease in excess beta waves (stress) after using TouchPoints.
Effect of Bilateral Alternating Somatosensory Stimulation on Reducing Stress-Related Cortisol
This triple blind placebo-controlled trial with athletes showed TouchPoints stabilized cortisol levels during stressful events and reduced the level of stress points even when cortisol traditionally spikes.
Impact of TouchPoints on Stress Reduction
Analysis from 140 TouchPoints users’ data showed that within 30 seconds of using TouchPoints, people experienced a 74% reduction in stress levels and 68% reduction in body sensations related to stress.
applications across therapies
COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT)
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
In occupational therapy, TouchPoints can be utilized to address sensory processing challenges. BLAST has been shown to improve symptoms of certain movement disorders. The discreet design allows for unobtrusive wear, supporting clients in various daily activities.
MINDFULNESS AND RELAXATION TECHNIQUES
Amplify the benefits of mindfulness practices with TouchPoints. BLAST has been shown to change brain wave patterns to those seen in deep meditation. The gentle vibrations also provide a tangible point of focus, aiding clients in achieving a deeper state of relaxation and mindfulness.
TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE
Support trauma recovery by incorporating TouchPoints into trauma-focused therapies. Based on eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), BLAST is thought to rewire traumatic memories, decreasing their emotional impact through the establishment of widespread inhibitory cortical connections This can aid in grounding and promoting a sense of safety during sessions.
How to Use TouchPoints During an EMDR Therapy Session
EMDR therapy is divided into 8 discrete phases. Below we will discuss specifically how TouchPoints™ can be used to assist during each phase.
PHASE 1: HISTORY TAKING
Encourage clients to wear TouchPoints™ from the start to reduce stress during the recall of past events. This helps minimize cognitive and physiological distress, leading to a more efficient resolution.
PHASE 2: PREPARATION
Use TouchPoints™ during this phase to reduce stress associated with the EMDR process, fostering a trusting therapeutic relationship and instilling confidence in calming techniques.
PHASE 3: ASSESSMENT
Wear TouchPoints™ to keep physiological distress minimal, increasing the patient’s confidence in the new positive belief.
PHASE 4: DESENSITIZATION
As a wearable device, TouchPoints™ can be used outside of EMDR sessions to accelerate the desensitization process, reducing stress associated with triggers.
PHASE 5-8: INSTALLATION, BODY SCAN, CLOSURE, RE-EVALUATION
TouchPoints™ throughout these phases to maintain continuity and reduce residual physiological distress, facilitating target resolution and potentially shortening treatment time.