Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) in Cardiff
Release emotional blocks and restore calm, gently, safely, and effectively
EFT, also known as tapping therapy, is a gentle, body-mind technique that helps release emotional pain, anxiety, and trauma by stimulating specific acupressure points on the body. I offer EFT in Cardiff and online across the UK as part of a personalised therapeutic approach.
What Is EFT?
Emotional Freedom Technique was developed in the 1990s by Gary Craig and is based on the earlier work of Dr. Roger Callahan (Thought Field Therapy). It combines elements of traditional talking therapy with the principles of acupuncture, but instead of needles, you use your fingertips to tap lightly on key energy points around the face, body, and hands.
While tapping, you gently focus on a current problem, troubling memory, or unwanted emotion. This process helps restore the body’s natural energy flow, reducing distress and allowing emotional healing to take place.
How Does EFT Work?
Think of energy like water flowing through a stream. When we hold on to fear, anger, shame or sadness, it’s like placing a log in the water, the flow gets blocked. Tapping acts like removing the log, restoring the body’s energy and emotional balance.
Clients often feel a deep sense of calm after just one session. It’s a simple process, but the effects can be powerful.
What If You're Sceptical?
That’s perfectly normal. I was too when I first discovered EFT in 2007. But after seeing the research and experiencing its effects with clients firsthand, I added it to my practice. Since then, EFT has continued to gain recognition and is now used by many therapists as a valuable addition to talking therapies.
What EFT Can Help With
Anxiety
Panic attacks
Low mood
Depression
Phobias
OCD
Eating difficulties
Stress
EFT can be especially powerful for trauma because you don’t need to say the painful memory aloud. The body holds the memory, and tapping helps gently release it.
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Why Choose Elaine Parke Therapies?
I’m a fully qualified therapist in counselling, CBT, hypnotherapy, EFT, and hypnobirthing, registered with BACP, CNHC, and GHR. My approach is ethical, supportive, and tailored to you.
30+
Years of experience as a therapist, counsellor and former nurse/midwife
2,500+
Previous clients with a range of needs and requirements.
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Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
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