A Look At EFT

Wolverhampton EFT practictioner Lynne Hancher

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I'm an experienced EFT practitioner in Wolverhampton, operating from Esporta. Below I have assembled some information on EFT and its uses which I hope you find useful.

What is EFT?

Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) is one of the Meridian Therapies and can be learned by anyone – professionals or laypersons alike. I perform EFT in the Wolverhampton and Staffordshire area of the UK.

Basically, EFT originates from Ayurveda and acupuncture ideas and works with the meridians of the body. EFT is a simple, tapping routine that stimulates certain meridian energy points while the client is “tuned in” to the problem. It often works when nothing else will – no drugs or equipment are used and usually has rapid, long lasting results.

A Brief History of EFT

A Californian clinic psychologist, Dr R J Callahan developed a unique form of meridian therapy called Thought Field Therapy (TFT) whilst working with a patient who had a water phobia. Whilst developing this highly effective treatment, Dr Callahan found ways of dealing with strong negative emotions.

Gary Craig, one of Dr Callahan’s first students, experimented further with the principles and practices of TFT and decided to streamline the process, incorporating all the tapping points into one sequence that could be learned by anyone. This version was called Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT).

How does EFT work?

The common belief that a negative emotion is the direct result of a traumatic or negative event or memory. However, meridian therapies offer a different viewpoint which is based on the “discovery statement” : “the cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body’s energy system”. This theory explains why people show different emotions and reactions and different degrees of stress in response to the same experience. In simplistic terms, the negative emotion is preventing energy flowing through certain meridians. Tapping on these meridians will release the negativity and stimulate meridian energy points. EFT doesn’t change the memory but rather the way you feel about it.

What is EFT used for?

EFT can be used for a wide range of physical and emotional symptoms, too many to mention here. But a few examples are : pain, headaches, trauma, fears and phobias, anger, panic attacks, eating disorders, stress, performance… virtually anything.

Are there any side effects to EFT?

There are no known side effects to EFT.

What a typical EFT Session entails

After an initial consultation to discuss the “problem”, the tapping routine is taught so that it can be used by the individual as and when they need it. One session can often be enough but sometimes if the problem is long-standing or deep-rooted, further sessions may be recommended so that the routine can be “tweaked” to iron out any difficulties and ensure that the client is addressing the core problem.

How much does EFT cost?

Costs can vary depending on time and location. Please contact me initially for a brief discussion and appropriate prices.

Frequently Asked Questions about EFT

Here is a list of some typical questions I'm frequently asked. Hopefully anything you might want to know is covered somewhere on this page. If it isn't, don't hesitate to contact me.

Patients Comments on EFT

"I first heard about EFT when I came to see Lynne because I was looking for some techniques that could have helped me to cope after a broken up relationship. I was thinking about Reiki or Hypno-Therapy to help me to "let go" and give me energy to go through this difficult time. Lynne told me about the tapping and being very open, though still sceptic about some things I didn't know what to expect. She asked me to describe my emotion when I think of my Ex and I said "disappointment". She then let me repeat the sentence "Even though I am disappointed, it's ok" three times... after the first time I asked her, whether I have to believe what I am saying because it felt strange and dishonest. She told me to go on! After the tapping I felt different and when she asked me what I felt I said "I don't care" - and that was honest. I felt very relaxed and comfortable and when I left the centre 20 minutes later I actually was smiling and very very happy. I don't know how it works but it really helped me that day. I do use it at home, not as effective but still working. Lynne has a wonderful positive "personal magnetism" which I think helps you to relax more but I'm sure that EFT is great once you know how to use it. Even though you don't believe everything!!"
Thank you :o) I am very glad I met you
Inka

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