Clinical EFT

Erin Cummings - Clinical Psychology, Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques ( Clinical EFT ), Sound Therapy, Sound Healing, Breathwork and Meditation

What is Clinical EFT?

Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques (Clinical EFT) or Evidence-Based EFT (EB-EFT) is a self-applied stress reduction technique using elements of exposure and cognitive therapy, with physical stimulation of acupuncture points. It is often referred to as ‘tapping’ as it uses a two-finger tapping process on these points.  

Clinical EFT has been shown to significantly lower cortisol levels, which is associated with the stress response. When an individual’s physiological stress response reduces and they feel calmer within themselves, it is often possible to think more clearly and make steady progress on a range of presenting issues. 

The mechanisms behind EFT include the deactivation of the amygdala (the area of the brain that is associated with stress responses), the hippocampus (the area of the brain that is associated with aspects of memory storage), as well as improving functioning of aspects of the nervous system.

Research on gene expression indicates Clinical EFT helps to down-regulate genes associated with the stress response, and up-regulate or improve immune functioning.

With over 100 outcome studies completed, there is now a growing body of evidence of the effectiveness that EFT has in treating a range of presenting issues such as phobias, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, depression, chronic pain conditions, and broader emotional regulation. 

Services

Erin Cummings - Clinical Psychology, Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques ( Clinical EFT ), Sound Therapy, Sound Healing, Breathwork and Meditation
Erin Cummings - Clinical Psychology, Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques ( Clinical EFT ), Sound Therapy, Sound Healing, Breathwork and Meditation

Individual 1:1
Sessions

Erin is a certified practitioner in Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques (Clinical EFT) and currently offers individual clinical EFT support sessions in-person and via Telehealth (using video calling as her primary platform).

Session Duration
Sessions that incorporate clinical EFT are between 60 and 90 minutes in duration.

Session Arrangement
The nature of an individual’s presenting issue will help to decide how many sessions to engage in. For some people, engaging in a few sessions may feel enough, while for others it may feel appropriate to book a series of 4-6 sessions before reviewing their ongoing support needs. A tailored support plan can be developed within your initial session Erin.

Erin Cummings - Clinical Psychology, Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques ( Clinical EFT ), Sound Therapy, Sound Healing, Breathwork and Meditation
Erin Cummings - Clinical Psychology, Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques ( Clinical EFT ), Sound Therapy, Sound Healing, Breathwork and Meditation
Erin Cummings - Clinical Psychology, Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques ( Clinical EFT ), Sound Therapy, Sound Healing, Breathwork and Meditation

Tapping Circles

A tapping circle is when a group of people come together regularly to learn and practice clinical EFT together, often with a common theme or presenting issue in mind.

Tapping circles can provide a more financially accessible opportunity to learn this effective stress-reduction technique whilst also providing a group experience of connection, support and co-regulation. Tapping in a group can also be an effective way to consolidate the gains an individual may be making in their personal practice or in individual EFT sessions.

Erin offers tapping circles that focus on a particular theme, often running over the course of six sessions, each session running for a duration of 60 minutes. 

The tapping circles that Erin facilitate have a closed intake, where the same group of people commit to attending the full series of sessions. This closed-group model supports the building of group cohesion, allowing participants to learn and practice EFT together in a safe and supportive environment. 

Types of Tapping Circles

Women’s Circles

This tapping circle explores a range of themes such as self-care, self-talk, overwhelm, common limiting beliefs, stress responses, experiences of connection.

Self-care & Connection

This tapping circle provides an opportunity to work through blocks and challenges experienced in broader self-care and connection practices.

Adolescent Group

This tapping circle explores a range of themes relevant to young people such as relationships and social connection, self-concept, emotions, managing stress, independence, parents and family.

Parent’s Circles

This tapping circle provides an opportunity to explore experiences and challenges that can be commonly experienced in parenting roles.

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