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.

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.

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.

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.