Therapists in this hands-on session pick up practical EFT (tapping) methods for calming client anxiety fast. EFT draws on energy psychology and cognitive-behavioral ideas, pairing light acupressure tapping with focused affirmations to ease distress and restore emotional balance. The workshop covers the neuroscience behind tapping, shows how it fits short-term therapy, and gives step-by-step instruction for adding it to clinical work. Live demonstrations and practice build your confidence in using tapping to help clients manage anxiety, interrupt negative thinking and find calm in everyday life.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Define the components of Emotional Freedom Technique
- Identify the connection between EFT and the nervous system
- Describe how to use EFT to help clients manage anxiety
- Demonstrate EFT techniques
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective #1: Define the components of Emotional Freedom Technique.
- Defining EFT
- Practicing EFT
- Clinical benefits of EFT for anxiety
Objective #2: Identify the connection between EFT and the nervous system.
- Role of amygdala
- Activation of parasympathetic nervous system
Objective #3: Describe how to use EFT to help clients manage anxiety.
- Importance of bilateral stimulation
- Language to use
- How to install positive cognitions
Objective #4: Demonstrate EFT techniques.
- Practice in group
Summary/Q&A
Social workers completing this course receive 1.5 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 1.5 Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Dreya Blume, LCSW
Recording Date: September 22, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 1.5hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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