EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) in Cedar City and Kanab
A simple, hands-on technique that combines focused attention with tapping on specific points on the body to help calm the nervous system.
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EFT Tapping, sometimes called tapping, involves gently tapping on specific acupressure points, usually on the face, hands, and upper body, while focusing on a specific thought, feeling, or memory. It’s based on the idea that tapping on these points can help calm the body’s stress response.
EFT Tapping is a distinct technique from Emotion-Focused Therapy, an unrelated approach used primarily in couples work. Your therapist can help clarify which approach fits what you’re working on.
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During a tapping session, your therapist guides you through a sequence of tapping points while you focus on a specific issue and repeat a brief statement acknowledging both the problem and self-acceptance. Many people notice a reduction in the intensity of distress fairly quickly, which is one of the reasons tapping has become popular as both a standalone technique and a complement to other approaches.
A Few Ways We Can Help
Anxiety & Stress
Tapping can help calm the body’s stress response in the moment, making it a useful complement to ongoing anxiety therapy.
Trauma & Difficult Memories
Some clients use tapping alongside trauma therapy to help reduce the intensity of distressing memories.
Everyday Stress & Overwhelm
Tapping is also used simply as a grounding tool for everyday stress, worry, or overwhelm, something you can practice between sessions too.
Why Try EFT Tapping
Tapping is a low-risk, accessible technique that can be used on its own or alongside other therapy approaches.
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Quick to Learn
Tapping is a straightforward technique you can start practicing in your very first session.
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Use It Anywhere
Once you’ve learned the tapping sequence, you can use it on your own between sessions whenever stress or distress comes up.
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Pairs Well With Other Approaches
We often use tapping alongside other approaches like CBT or EMDR, rather than as a standalone replacement for deeper work.
Each of our therapists has their own training and specializations. Not all therapists are trained in the same treatment modalities. Please refer to each individual therapist’s page for information on what they specialize in, or call or email us if you have questions about which therapist will be right for you and your individual needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EFT Tapping the same as Emotion-Focused Therapy?
No. EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) is a hands-on tapping technique used to calm the nervous system. Emotion-Focused Therapy is a completely different, unrelated approach used mostly in couples and individual emotion work. They happen to share the same abbreviation, which can cause confusion.
Does tapping actually work?
Many people report feeling calmer after a tapping session, and some research supports its use for stress and anxiety symptoms, though it’s typically used alongside other therapy approaches rather than as a sole treatment.
What does a tapping sequence involve?
Your therapist guides you through tapping on specific points on your face, hands, and upper body while you focus on a specific issue and repeat a brief acknowledgment statement.
What can EFT Tapping help with?
Tapping is commonly used for anxiety, stress, distressing memories, and everyday overwhelm, often alongside other approaches like CBT or EMDR.
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