Finding an EFT therapist

When should I see a therapist?

Some people learn best in person. If that's you, a few one-on-one sessions with a therapist, or attending a workshop, will be the best way for you to learn.

If you've tried the shortcut and can't get comfortable with it, or are not getting any results, these would also be good options for you. But first have a read of the If EFT doesn't work page.

Or you may have been having good success with EFT on day to day problems, but not be able to resolve a larger issue. A therapist can be hugely helpful then. You've probably had the experience of having a friend tell you their troubles. You can easily see what the problem is and how to solve it, but they can't. In the same way, there will be some issues you have where you have blind spots. A good therapist can:

• See aspects of the problem that you can't
• Keep track of what you've worked on and what has changed
• Keep you focussed to clear what hasn't yet shifted
• Offer some new perspectives on the issue
• Guide you in gently on major issues that could be traumatic
• Support you if major issues come up that you weren't expecting

If you know you have some major trauma to work through, ALWAYS consult a qualified therapist, and don't try and fix it yourself.

Choosing a good therapist

There is no regulation on who can say they are an EFT therapist. I have heard of people who briefly study the manual or do a one day Level One course, then start calling themselves a practitioner.

Look for someone who has studied at least to Level 2 in workshops, or has passed the EFT-CC and EFT-Adv exams. A person who is serious about acquiring the art of EFT will have studied, or be studying, all 6 of Gary Craig's video sets. Don't be afraid to ask your therapist what training they have done or what their experience is.

This section is about to be updated for Gary's more recent qualifications.

Note that no lists guarantee the competence of any practitioner. I recommend you contact your chosen practitioner and see how comfortable you feel with them before proceeding. During any session, remember that you are responsible for your own wellbeing, so tell your practitioner at once if you have any concerns.

Finding a therapist

This section is about to be updated for Gary's more recent qualifications.

If you're in NZ

• I am an EFT, Diet and Health Therapist, in Wellington, NZ. You're welcome to email me to arrange a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your problem. My experience with EFT:
  • I have been using EFT myself since early 2002, and with clients since 2004.
  • Studied all of Gary Craig's video sets and passed the EFT-CC and EFT-Adv exams.
  • Since training became available in NZ, studied with 3 different trainers, to Level 3.
  • Attended workshops overseas, including studying Allergy Antidotes with Sandi Radomski

More about me here.

• There is currently no central list of tapping therapists. But a group of practitioners are working on a forum or ning where everybody who is interested in EFT or other tapping formats can register and introduce themselves. In the meantime, if you want to be added to the mailing list for when it;s ready, please let me know.