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Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) What is it?
How does it work?
FAQs
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Deepak Chopra MD "EFT offers great healing benefits." What is it?
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is one of the new Energy Psychology techniques that have been transforming our understanding of how to create health and well being, quickly and effectively.
Since its development in the 1990’s, EFT has been used on a massive range of problems including; agoraphobia; claustrophobia; pain; neuropathy; abuse, trauma, eating disorders; blood pressure problems; fibromyalgia etc. This powerful, yet simple technique often gets results when nothing else works. EFT has been clinically effective in thousands of cases for physical & emotional symptoms:
It often works when nothing else will - Usually delivers rapid, long lasting results
- No drugs or equipment are involved
- Its easily learned by anyone
- It can be self applied
- It can be done over the phone
I am passionate about EFT above any other therapy with which I help people create lasting & profound change in their lives.
I am so committed to this therapy that I have specialist training in Addictions, Trauma & sexual abuse, Weight loss & Serious Diseases. I am a qualified EFT trainer & committed to spreading awareness & use of this amazing healing tool across the UK. I have been featured in the Times, Spirit & Destiny Magazine & Newstalk Radio – I hope I’ve sparked your curiosity with my enthusiasm – this technique is an amazing discovery & a true gift to us all. If you are considering one to one therapy, or are looking for training in EFT, please feel free to call me on 07946 526 838 or email to
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How does EFT work?
Western therapy understands that we have a skeletal framework. If that skeletal framework gets out of alignment we will experience a symptom eg a backache or headache. If somebody realigns that system the symptom will subside.
Eastern therapy also believes that we have an energy framework, based on meridians. This is the same system use in acupuncture. If that energy system gets out of alignment we experience a physical or emotional symptom eg backache or fear. If somebody realigns that system the symptom will subside.
Developed in the 70s by Gary Craig www.emofree.com EFT is a technique, which enables us to realign the energy system thereby relieving these symptoms. The system is realigned by tapping gently on points on the face, torso head & occasionally hands whilst focusing on the problem being experienced. If you are interested in learning the basics of EFT I run a one-day EFT introductory workshop approved by EFT founder Gary Craig. This workshop will enable you to use simple EFT on yourself, your friends & family to help with cravings, physical pain & emotional issues and is the foundation requirement for Level 2 EFT practitioners course. FAQ'S
Why do we focus on the negative?
When we go to a physiotherapist we tell them where it hurts. No amount of focus on how good the left shoulder may feel will improve the pain in the right shoulder. With EFT we need to connect with what is disrupting the system to rebalance the system & therefore alleviate the symptom. Isn’t it just a distraction?
No! Placebo effects require some belief in the process and this is rarely the case for newcomers to EFT. Also, although EFT may appear to be distracting, it will not work if the client is, in fact, distracted. That is why the client continually repeats a reminder phrase, which "tunes in" to the problem.
Do I have to say the words out loud?
Saying the words out loud & emphatically has been found to increase the speed of results but if you feel too self conscious try saying the words in your head – if it doesn’t shift the issue find a private spot & say the words out loud.
What is Psychological reversal?
Psychological reversal occurs when the polarity of the energy system is reversed. It occurs infrequently for general issues but is very common for chronic immune system illnesses & addictions. When we are psychologically reversed the system resists balancing & tapping is ineffective. It’s like putting the batteries in upside down – it just doesn’t work. Psychological reversal is easily corrected by using a technique called the set up statement - saying “even tho I (have this problem) I deeply & completely accept myself” whilst tapping on the karate chop point or rubbing the sore spot point.
Will I have to go through painful memories?
Yes but it will be quick & relatively painless. EFT is a gentle, respectful therapy. We use a technique called Tearless Trauma, which enables us to take the sting out of a memory gently before going through the whole story. It may not be entirely tearless but it will be quick & profoundly effective – EFT can often remove the emotional charge from a traumatic event in 1 session that has been causing pain for many years eg bereavement, post traumatic stress disorder, miscarriage. You can even keep the details of the event to yourself if you so choose.
How can it work on physical issues if something is really wrong?
This is a tough one for people in the West to get our heads around so keep an open mind…
Every physical symptom has an emotional element. The body creates everything we feel & is a sensing machine. By relieving the emotion stress & tension we have about having a physical issue we alleviate discomfort & restriction.
If we take this idea even further, & here’s where it gets contentious, the body creates everything at a cellular level, we are a living chemistry set & the unconscious is the lab technician. When we are in love we release endorphins – natural tranquilisers & anti depressants. When we are angry we release adrenalin & catecholamine. Our emotions affect our body chemistry, including our immune system & our healing abilities. When we align our bodies energy system we maximize our ability to heal & regenerate – the results can be miraculous!
If you are interested there are many amazing case studies on www.emofree.com & the serious diseases DVD set.
Is it appropriate to remove 100% of a pain?
Pain is often a message to protect an area that needs rest to heal. To remove 100% of that message pain could be irresponsible unless you were sure that the client would rest the area entirely. Some pain is a call to action eg tooth ache this pain might be appropriate to shift for a while until an appointment could be made but obviously not long term. Some pain may be entirely appropriate to chase as far as possible out of the body eg cancer pain, migraine. Use your judgment & ensure you make it clear that while the pain may be gone the underlying problem may still need care & attention. Long-term chronic pain nearly always has some underlying traumatic event(s) associated with it. I’m tapping & tapping & it doesn’t seem to work – what’s wrong?
EFT is effective in over 80% of cases
Sometimes a client my be Psychologically Reversed & this must be corrected before tapping the meridian points – the best means to avoid this is to tap on the karate chop every round using the set up statement
If you are using the setup & still there is no shift it is likely that you are not being specific enough eg “even tho I’m angry I” ….. try getting more focussed “angry with x about y”
If it’s a physical issue try looking for the emotion behind the feeling – “I’m feeling deprived without my cigarette”, “I’m scared to release this protective tension”
Occasionally we can be disrupted ourselves which may affect the outcome eg tapping on family members or friends that are skeptical you may be disrupted by performance anxiety – if so it is worth tapping on yourself before you tap on them – even tho I really want this to work I deeply… or even tho I’ll look a fool if it doesn’t work…. You decide based on how you feel.
In the past Gary has talked about energy toxins – my personal belief is that something being toxic is a symptom of a disruption therefore it is a tappable issue with a route in a specific event – keep digging. How can I learn more about EFT?
You can get started for free by downloading a FREE copy of the Gary Craig Manual (opens in new window)
At www.emofree.com you will find hundreds of case studies & free advice & information
You can buy the Gary Craig DVD training sets from that site. I recommend you start with the EFT course.
London Life Solutions EFT courses
I am a fully accredited EFT trainer & run courses from the 1-day introductory course to advanced practitioner accreditation. This is a powerful & life changing therapy – you will be amazed at what you can achieve even with just the basic building blocks.
All training is fully accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Meridian Energy Therapies (AAMET) & approved by EFT founder Gary Craig
Level 1 EFT Introductory course – Suitable both for healthcare professionals & lay people, this one day introductory workshop provides a fun & accessible introduction to these powerful healing techniques.
Level 2 EFT Practitioners Course – Suitable for those who want to become certified EFT practitioners this two day training programme provides a deeper understanding of EFT & supervised hands on practice. On successful completion of an exam after the course you will be an AAMET accredited EFT practitioner
Level 3 Advanced EFT course – Suitable for experienced EFT practitioners seeking to develop the art & mastery of EFT at the highest level this 2 day advanced level training & supervision pushes the boundaries of EFT & aspires to combine learnings from several masters & new thinking from the energy therapy community
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