Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

What is EFT?

Answer

EFT stands for Emotional Freedom Techniques, commonly referred to as “tapping.” It involves the stimulation of a sequence of acupressure points while bringing to mind thoughts, feelings, sensations, or memories to create increased healing, health, and happiness.

Question 2

What are the EFT acupressure points?

Answer

The 8 main acupressure points used in EFT can be seen here. Scientific studies compared stimulation of the actual acupressure points and “sham” points and found that tapping on the actual points is an active ingredient in EFT and not a placebo. Tap with 2-3 fingers approximately 7 times to ensure activation of an acupressure point.

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Question 3

Is EFT a medically accepted technique?

Answer

EFT is recognized as an evidence-based practice by the American Psychological Association (APA) based on scientific literature and clinical trials. EFT has been researched in more than 10 countries by 60+ investigators having results published in more than 20 different peer-reviewed journals. There have been over 50 published randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated the effectiveness of EFT.

Question 4

Is EFT effective for emotional overwhelm?

Answer

EFT has been shown in scientific studies to decrease anxiety levels by 40% in a single session. In clinical trials tracking the ongoing use of EFT, 76% of participants experienced complete remission from anxiety symptoms and 90% experienced improvement. 78% of these participants maintained their gains after 1 year. EFT outperformed cognitive-behavioral therapy, including medication if needed, in all categories.

Question 5

Is EFT effective for managing stress?

Answer

EFT has been shown in scientific studies to decrease the stress hormone cortisol by 43% in a single 60-minute session. In another study, medical professionals suffering from burnout saw a 45% reduction in symptoms, including decreases in emotional distress, food cravings, and physical pain after self-applying EFT 3 times per week.

Question 6

Is EFT effective for the emotional side of physical issues?

Answer

EFT has proven to provide relief from many forms of physical issues including back discomfort, headaches, migraines, joint discomfort, chronic discomfort, and discomfort from autoimmune conditions. When targeted specifically on physical issues, study participants reported a 68% decrease in pain levels.

Question 7

Can EFT increase performance?

Answer

EFT has been demonstrated to increase levels of performance in school, sports, public speaking, and business. EFT helps to ease physical pain, clear negative thoughts, and process difficult emotions. This creates the space for an increase in clarity of thought, problem-solving, and physical well-being resulting in increased physical and mental performance.

Question 8

Will EFT be effective for me?

Answer

EFT is effective for clearing emotional intensity related to a variety of issues. If you are anxious, fearful, or stressed about an issue, EFT can be effective for you. The best way to find out is to schedule a no-obligation 30-minute free EFT experience with Kurt.

Question 9

Are there any potential issues of side effects from EFT?

Answer

EFT is designated as a “generally safe treatment” and side effects are rare. EFT invites the participant to tune into negative feelings such as anger, anxiety, uneasiness, fear, and sadness. Tuning into these feelings can be discomforting, especially when not working with a certified practitioner. The vast majority of EFT participants feel a great sense of relief, calm, and increased happiness.

Question 10

What are Kurt’s qualifications?

Answer

Kurt is certified in Clinical EFT and Energy Psychology through EFTUniverse, the largest and most scientifically rigorous EFT certification program. Upon completing certification, Kurt joined EFTUniverse as a mentor/trainer guiding candidates through the certification program.

Question 11

What happens in a clinical EFT session with Kurt?

Answer

In a clinical EFT session with Kurt, you will choose a particular issue to focus on. Kurt will guide you in an exploration of various events and aspects related to your issue. You will experience different EFT techniques continually checking progress using Subjective Units of Distress (SUD) levels. Details of the session are kept 100% confidential.

Question 12

Are there any potential issues of side effects from EFT?

Answer

EFT is designated as a “generally safe treatment” and side effects are rare. EFT invites the participant to tune into negative feelings such as anger, anxiety, uneasiness, fear, and sadness. Tuning into these feelings can be discomforting, especially when not working with a certified practitioner. The vast majority of EFT participants feel a great sense of relief, calm, and increased happiness.

Question 13

Will EFT be effective for me?

Answer

EFT is effective for clearing emotional intensity related to a variety of issues. If you are anxious, fearful, or stressed about an issue, EFT can be effective for you. The best way to find out is to schedule a no-obligation 30 minute free EFT experience with Kurt.

Question 14

How do I prepare for my clinical EFT session?

Answer

To best prepare for a Clinical EFT session, find a private location with a secure wi-fi connection where you will not be interrupted. It is helpful to attend your session using a device with a camera in a stable position so that your hands are free. Come hydrated and bring water to drink. It is sometimes helpful to have tissue handy as many emotions can be processed during a session.

Question 15

What else is offered?

Answer

Kurt also is trained in a collection of somatic techniques used to regulate the body’s energetic systems shifting the body’s central nervous system into homeostasis. This allows negative emotions, thoughts, and sensations to decrease allowing the natural wisdom of the body to produce healing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Basic

What is EFT?

EFT stands for Emotional Freedom Techniques, commonly referred to as “tapping.” It involves the stimulation of a sequence of acupressure points while bringing to mind thoughts, feelings, sensations, or memories to create increased healing, health, and happiness.

What are the EFT acupressure points?

Is EFT a medically accepted technique?

Benefits

Is EFT effective for emotional overwhelm?

Is EFT effective for managing stress?

Is EFT effective for the emotional side of physical issues?

Can EFT increase performance?

Will EFT be effective for me?

EFT is effective for clearing emotional intensity related to a variety of issues. If you are anxious, fearful, or stressed about an issue, EFT can be effective for you. The best way to find out is to schedule a no-obligation 30-minute free EFT experience with Kurt.

Are there any potential issues of side effects from EFT?

Sessions

What are Kurt’s qualifications?

Kurt is certified in Clinical EFT and Energy Psychology through EFTUniverse, the largest and most scientifically rigorous EFT certification program. Upon completing certification, Kurt joined EFTUniverse as a mentor/trainer guiding candidates through the certification program.

What happens in a clinical EFT session with Kurt?

Are there any potential issues of side effects from EFT?

Will EFT be effective for me?

EFT is effective for clearing emotional intensity related to a variety of issues. If you are anxious, fearful, or stressed about an issue, EFT can be effective for you. The best way to find out is to schedule a no-obligation 30 minute free EFT experience with Kurt.

How do I prepare for my clinical EFT session?

Beyond EFT

What else is offered?

Kurt also is trained in a collection of somatic techniques used to regulate the body’s energetic systems shifting the body’s central nervous system into homeostasis. This allows negative emotions, thoughts, and sensations to decrease allowing the natural wisdom of the body to produce healing.

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