For over 20 years, EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), or Tapping, has been my go-to therapy to support myself and others through emotional and physical challenges. For the past decade, my work has focused on helping people navigate the emotional journey of a cancer diagnosis or supporting loved ones through it.
When I started my EFT journey, people often told me it wasn’t a “proper therapy.” Some dismissed it outright, questioning how tapping on acupressure points could relieve emotional and physical pain. Yet, I saw undeniable results—daily! Clients experienced relief, empowerment, and transformation in ways that amazed me.
Determined to understand the why behind these results, I completed a Master of Science degree. This journey opened my eyes to the wealth of evidence supporting ancient healing concepts like balance, harmony, and flow, and I learned that:
✨ True scientists approach new ideas with an open, curious mind.
✨ Science often takes decades to embrace ground-breaking insights.
✨ EFT is now supported by cutting-edge research that bridges science and ancient wisdom.
We are now reaching the end of that 20-25 year transition period. The Science of EFT Research now shows EFT is much more than a psychological tool – it creates profound physical changes:
✔ Reduces Stress Hormones: EFT lowers cortisol, helping you feel calm and centred.
✔ Rebalances the Nervous System: It improves heart rate variability (HRV), enhancing resilience.
✔ Transforms Brain Activity: fMRI scans reveal EFT reduces fear (amygdala) and increases emotional regulation (prefrontal cortex).
✔ Even Impacts Gene Expression: Studies show EFT influences genes related to stress, inflammation, and immune function.
I performed a google search for ‘what is proper therapy’ Google AI produced the following definition ” Proper therapy, also known as psychotherapy or talk therapy, is a collaborative process that can help people improve their mental health and relieve emotional distress.”
EFT may not be psychotherapy or “talk therapy,” but it offers a gentle, collaborative way to heal. It helps people gently regulate their nervous system without necessarily having to relive painful memories – bringing both emotional and physical relief.
So, is EFT a “proper” therapy? Absolutely. It’s a transformative, evidence-based practice that empowers healing at every level – mind, body, and spirit.
Ready to experience EFT for yourself? Book a session with me and discover its power to transform your well-being.
To learn more or to book a session: maria@mariabarrington.com