Debbie Rose Coaching

EFT – Tapping Guide

What is EFT?

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) or tapping is an alternative technique that provides relief from emotional issues, disorders, addictions, phobias, pain and so on.  People often feel stuck in life and can end up unable to move forward or make beneficial changes due to all kinds of issues.  Tapping is a tool that can be used at any time, on any issue to provide immediate relief from stress or anxiety to more deep-rooted beliefs we may have picked up during our life. 
When going through my own separation, I struggled with abandonment issues, stemming from childhood and EFT was the only therapy that helped me to overcome this and move forward with an optimistic outlook.  I love EFT so much because it was so effective, I ended up training in it and now use it with my clients going through the pain of divorce and separation.

How does it work?

Tapping on specific points is a direct confrontation and acceptance of your fears and worries and helps to uncover the root of long-term beliefs. 
The process of tapping uses a simple set of steps and by tapping on acupressure points on the body, head and hands whilst talking or thinking about the negative issue, you can release old fears, limiting beliefs, negative patterns such as addictions and even physical pain.  It works by calming the nervous system and sends a signal to the brain that it’s safe to relax and let go.
I use EFT with my clients because it is an effective tool you can use anywhere, anytime on any issue.  I love that you can physically tap the points or just imagine it in your head to calm your nerves.

Why I use EFT with my clients!

EFT has been shown over and over to reduce anxiety and stress which is a major problem not only in the early days but also later in the healing process when dealing with ongoing issues such as co-parenting.  I provide personalised videos for my clients to use in between sessions as and when they need it.  When tapping first thing in the morning we reduce stress and anxiety which helps the day go much more smoothly which allows us to make more informed decisions.  It helps us to be less reactive to situations we face that might otherwise leave us feeling worried or in a state of fear.

How to tap?

We start by identifying the issue and then giving it a rating on a scale of 0 to 10, 0 being it’s not bothering you, 10 being the worst it can get, focus only on one thing at a time.

We then begin tapping on the side of the hand using a setup statement that will acknowledge the problem, followed with an affirmation e.g. “Even though I feel this pain, I deeply and completely accept myself”.  We repeat the setup statement 3 times before continuing to the rest of the points.

The tapping points, in sequence, as follows:

  • Eyebrow (EB) – the beginning of the eyebrow, above the nose
  • Side of the eye (SE) – on the side of the head in line with the eye
  • Under the eye (UE) – the bone under the eye
  • Under the nose (UN) – the point between the nose and upper lip
  • Chin (CH) – halfway between lip and bottom of chin
  • Collarbone (CB) – collarbone on the soft ‘sore point’
  • Under the arm (UA) – under the armpit where the bra strap sits
  • Top of the head (TOH) – found on the crown of the head

“It is scientifically proven, simple and effective technique that can help you to release stress, feel more centred, focused, and able to conquer any challenges that stand in your way”.

– Nick Ortner, The Tapping Solution

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