Chronic pain can affect every part of life. Whether it’s back pain, migraines, arthritis, fibromyalgia, or tension that never goes away, pain often feels like a prison. Doctors may help with medication, but sometimes the pain lingers — or returns as soon as stress builds again.

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This doesn’t mean the pain isn’t real. It means the nervous system has become stuck in a pain loop, where physical and emotional factors keep reinforcing each other.

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Why EFT Helps with Pain

EFT Tapping is a somatic therapy that addresses both the physical and emotional sides of pain. By tapping on acupressure points while acknowledging pain and related emotions, the nervous system begins to calm.

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Research suggests EFT is effective in reducing both physical pain and the distress associated with it. A randomized trial found EFT reduced pain in people with fibromyalgia (Brattberg, 2008). Another study showed healthcare workers using EFT reported significant decreases in pain and stress (Church & Brooks, 2010).

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EFT helps by:

• Reducing the stress and emotional tension that intensify pain.

• Releasing unresolved trauma or grief stored in the body.

• Teaching the nervous system a new baseline of safety and relaxation.

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What Sessions Look Like

• We begin by identifying the type and location of pain.

• You tap while focusing on both the physical sensations and the emotions connected to them.

• Often, deeper memories or beliefs surface (“This pain will never go away”). We gently release these through tapping.

• Clients often notice their pain intensity reduce during the session.

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How Many Sessions Are Needed?

Some people feel relief after one session, but lasting improvement for chronic pain usually takes 3–6 sessions, depending on how long the pain has been present and the emotional roots behind it.

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Common Questions

“Is the pain real?”
Yes. EFT does not dismiss pain as “imagined.” Instead, it acknowledges both the physical and emotional components.

“Can EFT replace medical treatment?”
No. EFT complements medical care, helping reduce stress and improve quality of life.

“What if my pain doesn’t change?”
Even when pain remains, clients often feel less anxious, more empowered, and able to cope better.

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Imagine If…

• You could move more freely without constant discomfort.

• Pain no longer controlled your decisions.

• You felt calmer, lighter, and more hopeful.

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References:

• Brattberg, G. (2008). Self-administered EFT in individuals with fibromyalgia: A randomized trial. Integrative Medicine, 7(4), 30–35.

• Church, D., & Brooks, A. (2010). The effect of a brief EFT self-intervention on anxiety, depression, pain, and cravings in healthcare workers. Integrative Medicine, 9(5), 40–43​​​​​​​​​

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