EFT Tapping Therapy, also known as Emotional Freedom Techniques, is a holistic healing method that combines ancient Chinese acupressure and modern psychology. This therapeutic approach has gained popularity due to its effectiveness in reducing stress, anxiety, and emotional blockages.
But what exactly is EFT Tapping Therapy, and how does it work?
EFT Tapping Therapy involves tapping on specific meridian points on the body while focusing on a particular issue or emotion. These meridian points are the same energy pathways used in acupuncture but without the needles. By tapping on these points, individuals can release negative emotions and restore balance to their energy systems.
The process of EFT Tapping Therapy typically follows these steps:
- Identify the Issue: The first step is to identify the specific issue or emotion you want to address. This could be anything from stress and anxiety to physical pain or limiting beliefs.
- Rate the Intensity: Before beginning the tapping process, rate the intensity of your distress on a scale from 0 to 10. This helps in measuring progress after the session.
- Set Up Statement: Create a set-up statement that acknowledges the issue and accepts yourself despite it. For example, "Even though I feel anxious about this presentation, I deeply and completely accept myself."
- Tapping Sequence: Tap on the specific meridian points while repeating the set-up statement. The common points include the side of the hand, eyebrows, side of the eyes, under the eyes, under the nose, chin, collarbone, and under the arm.
- Reassess the Intensity: After completing the tapping sequence, reassess the intensity of your distress. Repeat the process until the intensity significantly decreases or is eliminated.
EFT Tapping Therapy offers numerous benefits, making it a versatile tool for emotional and physical healing.
Some of the key benefits include:
Reduces Stress and Anxiety: EFT Tapping has been shown to lower cortisol levels, the stress hormone, leading to a calmer state of mind.
Alleviates Physical Pain: Many individuals experience relief from chronic pain and other physical ailments through regular tapping sessions.
Improves Mental Clarity: By releasing negative emotions, EFT Tapping helps improve focus, concentration, and overall mental clarity.
Enhances Emotional Well-being: EFT Tapping promotes emotional resilience, helping individuals manage their emotions more effectively.
Mitigates Trauma at the Source: EFT Tapping Therapy is highly effective at addressing trauma, based on the idea that trauma lives in our energy system. When the energy system is balanced, trauma transforms.
Numerous studies have highlighted the effectiveness of EFT Tapping Therapy. Research published in the Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease found that EFT significantly reduced anxiety and increased positive emotions. Another study in the Journal of Clinical Psychology reported that EFT Tapping was effective in reducing symptoms of PTSD in veterans.
If you're interested in trying EFT Tapping Therapy, here are some steps to get started:
Online resources: Familiarize yourself with the basic tapping points and techniques through online resources, books, or instructional videos.
Seek the help of a professional practitioner: If you're dealing with complex emotional issues, consider working with a certified EFT practitioner who can guide you through the process. You can find a list of professional EFT practitioners at
http://aeftp.org.
Become a professional practitioner: Professional training can be used to learn advanced techniques for healing yourself or for becoming a professional EFT practitioner and working with others.
To learn about the professional training offered at the Center for EFT Studies,
click here.
