The first step is to clarify the issue, the goal and a way to measure progress. If this is your first time doing EFT, we will run through the steps - where to tap and how to use words to help the process. You may find that you begin to feel more relaxed and at ease quite quickly as you tap.

With the goal established, we look for the root of the issue and begin the work. This is usually event(s) in the past (though not necessarily).

You may arrive knowing already where an issue began. You may not know but not to worry - you will be surprised how quickly the relevant memory decides to surface once we are tapping and talking together.

Please note that it is always your choice. If a memory surfaces that you do not wish to go near at this time, we can pack it up and put it away safely. If something surfaces that you do not wish to talk about out loud, you do not need to. There are ways to work with it without sharing the details out loud. (Of course all sessions are confidential.)

All past events will be approached gently, reducing the intensity as we go. We will only go where you are ready to go and at the speed you are comfortable with.

One often unexpected result of tapping on a event in the past and neutralising the emotional charge held there, is that we often begin to see what happened clearly for the first time.

It may mean realising that we did not need to feel guilty all this time over something we see now was not our fault. It may mean seeing someone we blamed with more compassion. It may mean simply being at peace with a memory, even if we wish it had not happened - it no longer has power over us in the present.

It may mean understanding that someone else at fault and that we are not ready to forgive them, and that is okay. Or it may mean realising that something that caused major embarassment was a small thing after all and we might even feel like laughing about it.

Zoom Sessions

Please ensure that you are in a quiet and private space, have comfortable seating and a glass of water.

Technical: You will need a stable internet connection, access to zoom on your laptop or computer with a working camera and microphone.

I will aim to have the zoom room open 10-15 minutes before the beginning of our session so that you can log in and check that you are comfortable with everything.

I recommend checking that you can access zoom, and that your camera and microphone are okay beforehand so that there is little stress on the day.

In-person Sessions

Please arrive a little early if possible so that we can make full use of the time.

It is good to drink some water during and after a session. Where possible in a venue, I will have water ready. You are also very welcome to bring a drink with you (but not black tea or coffee).

This will depend greatly on the issue. For children, a single session can do a lot of good.

For adults, two to three or four often brings results (as long as the issue is one that EFT can help with).

Your consultation chat will allow your practitioner to give an estimate (and check that your issue is likely to be helped).

People often report relief from pain using EFT Tapping.

The effects of EFT Tapping go beyond easing emotional stress and include physiological effects - measurable drops in cortisol, for example.

One other possible reason is that emotional stress often contributes to pain levels. EFT Tapping eases emotional stress and this can sometimes result in reduced levels of pain.

Please note that EFT does not claim to heal any illness, but can be an excellent complement to traditional medical care.

It can be a valuable way to ease anxiety in the moment (discreetly) and, for potentially bigger change, a way to neutralise memories of embarassing or awkward social situations so they no longer add to anxiety in the present.

Check out the ‘Dreading that social gathering? 2 ways EFT tapping can (usually) help’ blog post.

The websites below have research databases and a lot of excellent information.

Can’t find what you are looking for? Send me a message and I might be able to locate it.

www.eftinternational.org

www.evidencebasedeft.com

www.thetappingsolution.com

E.F.T. stands for ‘Emotional Freedom Techniques’.

Humans are diverse and different types of brains often thrive in different environments.

Autistic, AuDHD and ADHD brains often experience more stress as the places we spend a lot of time in, the way we work and study, and more, are often designed with neurotypical brains in mind. (Just think of all those And open plan offices - the horror!)

EFT Tapping will not change anyone’s neurotype (nor should it) but for many people it can ease stress and go quite a long way toward undoing the effect of painful or traumatic experiences.

1. Tapping for in-the-moment relief from stress and anxiety.

2. One-to-one sessions with a qualified practitioner to clear up the root of an issue (usually stressful events in the past).

Quite a lot of my clients are neurodivergent of one flavour or another. (Plot twist: I am too.)

You are in the right place.

Whether it is social anxiety, painful experiences, post-diagnosis grief over the life that could have been if you had known sooner & been accepted as you are, body issues, compulsive eating, or that old enemy anxiety, it is possible that EFT Tapping can help.

Note: Humans are diverse. There are a huge number of variables (but also often patterns).

Book a free no-obligation consultation chat so we can get into the details and see if EFT Tapping might be a good option for you.