Frequently Asked Questions
What is functional pain, and how do you address it?
Functional pain is persistent discomfort that doesn’t have an identifiable medical cause, such as an injury or disease. It often arises from emotional, neurological, or stress-related factors and can significantly impact daily life.
At The Quiet Body, we take a holistic approach to functional pain. By integrating EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), energy work, cranial nerve assessments, and breath work, we identify and address the underlying issues contributing to your discomfort. This approach helps release emotional blockages, rebalance the nervous system, and restore harmony to your body, providing lasting relief.
How Does EFT Work?
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), also known as "tapping," is a therapeutic method designed to address both emotional and physical challenges. It involves gently tapping on specific acupressure points on the body while focusing on a particular issue or emotion.
This process helps to release energy blockages associated with negative emotions, stress, or physical discomfort. By balancing the body’s energy system, EFT can reduce emotional intensity, relieve distress, and support overall healing. It is a powerful tool for reconnecting with your body and promoting lasting well-being.
How is breath work integrated into your sessions?
Breath work restores proper breathing patterns, which are crucial for reducing stress, relieving muscular tension, improving posture, and increasing oxygen flow. By incorporating breath work into our sessions, we create a strong foundation for holistic healing.
Who are your services best suited for?
Our practice is especially supportive for people who:
- Feel overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from their own bodies.
- Live with persistent pain or discomfort that has no clear medical explanation.
- Want a holistic, non-invasive approach to relief and restoring balance.
- Carry the weight of unresolved childhood trauma.
- Notice daily triggers but feel unable to break free from them.
- Struggle to find progress in traditional talk therapy and still need a safe, effective outlet.
What can I expect during a session at The Quiet Body?
Sessions are customized to your needs and typically include a combination of EFT, energy work, eye exercises, and breath work. We start by discussing your concerns and goals, then apply techniques to address emotional, neurological, and physical factors contributing to your discomfort.
Can your services replace traditional medical treatment?
No, our work complements traditional medical care and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We encourage collaboration with healthcare providers for comprehensive care.
In some cases, clients will be required to provide a referral list of physicians and therapists for collaboration with an EFT practitioner or coach. This measure ensures the safety and well-being of our clients and is assessed on a case-by-case basis. If you are unable to obtain a referral, we will provide a list of trusted professionals to assist you.
Are virtual sessions just as good as in person sessions?
Yes! EFT, breath work, and aspects of energy work can be effectively conducted online. Virtual sessions offer the same personalized care and are convenient for those unable to visit in person.
How Does The Quiet Body Support LGBTQ, Neurodivergent Clients and other marginalized groups?
At The Quiet Body, I prioritize creating a safe, affirming, and inclusive environment for all clients. Many LGBTQ and neurodivergent individuals face unique challenges, including societal pressures, discrimination, sensory sensitivities, and emotional distress. My practice is intentionally designed to meet these needs with empathy, care, and individualized approaches.
For LGBTQ Clients:
Affirming Space: I focus on making every client feel welcome by using inclusive language, listening without assumptions, and honoring your identity.
Addressing Unique Challenges: Many LGBTQ clients experience emotional pain tied to discrimination, identity exploration, or being dismissed by healthcare providers. Using EFT, we emotional triggers and provide relief from the weight of societal or internalized pressures.
Validating Experiences: I acknowledge the systemic biases that often impact access to adequate care for marginalized groups, including women, individuals from black and brown communities, LGBTQ individuals, neurodivergent people, and those with disabilities. At The Quiet Body, I am committed to creating a safe, affirming space where your experiences are listened to, validated, and supported as part of your healing journey.
For Neurodivergent Clients:
Sensory Awareness: Sessions are adapted to accommodate sensory needs, such as adjusting lighting or pacing to ensure comfort. I’m mindful of the environment and how it can impact your experience.
Clear Communication: I work with clients to establish communication preferences, using more structured or direct approaches as needed to create a comfortable dialogue.
Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices: I view neurodivergence as a natural variation in human experience and celebrate each client’s unique strengths and challenges. EFT and proprioceptive assessments are tailored to work with your individual neurological and emotional patterns.
For Clients with Intersecting Identities:
Clients who identify as both LGBTQ and neurodivergent may face compounded challenges, including navigating systems that often misunderstand or overlook their needs. At The Quiet Body, I focus on addressing these complexities holistically. Through EFT, energy work, and nervous system assessments, I help clients release emotional pain, improve self-connection, and feel empowered in their healing process.
How do I prepare for a session?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to relax and breathe easily. There’s no need for special preparation, but coming with an open mind and clear intentions can enhance the experience.
quiet uninterrupted place for 60-80 min
glass of water
box of tissue
pen & paper, to take notes
Do you accept insurance or health savings accounts?
Our services are not covered by insurance at this time. However, we can provide receipts for submission to insurance companies and we are able to process health savings accounts (HSAs) or flexible spending accounts (FSAs), if applicable.
What sets The Quiet Body apart from other wellness practices?
We specialize in a unique combination of EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), energy work, proprioceptive assessments, and breath work. With 15 years of experience in manual therapy and body movement, we have the expertise to uncover and address different layers of discomfort. Our holistic approach focuses on identifying and resolving the emotional and neurological root causes of pain, empowering you to reconnect with your body and achieve lasting relief.
What Issues Can EFT Address?
EFT has been shown to support healing across emotional, mental, and physical layers of health. For many people with autoimmune conditions, the nervous system stays locked in cycles of stress, self-criticism, and unresolved trauma. This constant state of inner pressure often amplifies pain, fatigue, and immune dysregulation. EFT gently helps release those hidden emotional drivers, calm the nervous system, and create space for the body to restore balance.
Common areas EFT can support include:
Emotional Patterns: Anxiety, overwhelm, chronic stress, resentment, guilt, grief, shame, and the inner critic that keeps the body on high alert.
Trauma + Early Wounds: Childhood trauma, neglect, abuse, and the lingering imprints of events the body never got to fully process.
Phobias + Fears: Fear of heights, flying, or other specific phobias that keep you feeling trapped or limited.
Chronic Issues: Headaches, migraines, insomnia, and persistent physical pain that don’t respond to conventional treatment.
Autoimmune + Stress-Linked Conditions: Flare-ups of chronic pain, fatigue, IBS, skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis), thyroid imbalance, arthritis, and other symptoms that worsen under emotional strain.
Daily Triggers: The moments of reactivity, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or “shutting down” that leave you feeling out of control of your body’s responses.
Sleep + Recovery: Insomnia, restless nights, or the inability to truly relax even in downtime.
Unhealthy Coping: Emotional eating, cravings, or habits that provide comfort but add to stress on the body.
Relationships + Boundaries: Difficulty communicating needs, carrying unresolved anger, or collapsing into patterns that drain energy.
Life Transitions: Grief, loss, health diagnoses, pregnancy and postpartum stress, or simply feeling “stuck.”
Children + Teens: Gentle support for anxiety, bed-wetting, fears, stuttering, and the emotional effects of stress at a young age.
EFT works by addressing the emotional roots beneath physical symptoms. It’s a safe, non-invasive technique suitable for all ages, offering a pathway to release old patterns, regulate the nervous system, and support lasting healing from the inside out.
What Natural Alternatives Exist for Managing Chronic Pain?
Here are some alternatives that I recommend:
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques): By tapping on specific acupressure points while focusing on pain or emotional triggers, we can help release underlying tension and emotional blockages that may contribute to chronic discomfort.
Energy Work: Restoring balance in the body’s energy systems can help alleviate pain and promote healing. This approach taps into the body’s innate ability to heal itself.
Cranial Nerve Assessments: These assessments help reset the nervous system, improving functional movement and reducing pain by addressing neurological imbalances.
Breath Work: Proper breathing techniques can relieve muscular tension, reduce stress, and enhance oxygen flow, all of which support pain relief and overall well-being.
Mind-Body Practices: Incorporating mindfulness, meditation, and gentle movement practices like yoga or tai chi can help reconnect you with your body and reduce the impact of pain on your daily life.
Lifestyle Adjustments: Nutrition, hydration, sleep, and stress management all play a critical role in managing chronic pain. Small, consistent changes in these areas can make a big difference.
Each individual’s journey is unique, so I work with clients to create a personalized plan that addresses their specific needs and goals. Together, we aim to not only manage pain but also restore a sense of balance and connection in their lives.
How Can I Address Both Emotional and Physical Aspects of My Pain Simultaneously?
I believe that emotional and physical pain are deeply interconnected, and addressing both is key to lasting relief. Here’s how I approach this holistically:
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques): EFT allows us to work through emotional pain and beliefs that may be intensifying physical discomfort. By tapping on acupressure points while focusing on specific emotions or physical sensations, we can release stored tension and reset emotional patterns.
Energy Work: Balancing the body’s energy systems can help clear emotional blockages that often manifest as physical pain, creating space for healing on both levels.
Proprioceptive Assessments: These assessments target the nervous system, helping to reset its responses to stress and pain. This can relieve physical pain while simultaneously easing the emotional strain associated with it.
Breath Work: Proper breathing techniques help calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and relieve physical tension, addressing both emotional and physical layers of pain.
Body-Mind Connection: By focusing on the nervous system and how your body stores and processes emotions, we can address root causes instead of just symptoms, facilitating deeper healing.
My approach is tailored to your unique experience, helping you navigate the emotional and physical aspects of pain in a way that’s supportive and empowering. The goal is to help you reconnect with your body, release what’s no longer serving you, and move toward balance and relief.
What Are the Risks and Benefits of Using Over the Counter or Prescription Medications for Pain Management vs. EFT?
Many individuals report that over-the-counter medications, such as paracetamol and ibuprofen, often provide minimal relief for chronic pain and come with concerns about long-term side effects. Similarly, prescription opioids, while effective for short-term relief, carry significant risks, including addiction and dependency, making many hesitant to use them, especially in light of the opioid crisis. These medications often mask symptoms rather than addressing the root causes of pain.
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) offers a holistic, non-invasive alternative that targets the emotional and neurological factors contributing to pain. It helps break the cycle of stress and emotional distress that often amplifies physical pain. EFT is free of side effects, promotes long-term relief by addressing root causes, and empowers individuals to self-regulate. While it may require time and consistency to learn and apply, EFT provides a sustainable solution that complements or even replaces medication in many cases. I focus on EFT while encouraging collaboration with healthcare providers when medications are necessary.
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