Structured clinical protocol based on Church, Stapleton et al. (2018) guidelines for post-traumatic stress disorder treatment. Three intervention levels adapted to PTSD severity, with an 86% remission rate in veterans after 6 sessions.
EFT protocol adapted for grief and loss support: bereavement, separation, job loss, health loss. EFT does not seek to erase grief but to release blocked traumatic components — survivor's guilt, anger, unexpressed regrets, separation anxiety — using Craig's Tell the Story protocol and Worden's (2009) spiral grief model.
Sound therapy technique using the human voice to produce sustained, vibratory sounds aimed at rebalancing the energy body, releasing tensions and harmonizing chakras.
The daily tapping routine is a simplified EFT protocol designed for regular self-practice in 5 to 15 minutes. Three sequences adapted to the rhythm of the day: morning for starting with clarity, midday for stress management, and evening for releasing tension. Studies show a 37% cortisol reduction after 8 weeks of daily practice (Church et al., 2012).
EFT double dissociation protocol for extremely severe traumas or highly reactive patients: the patient imagines a box containing the memory without opening it, evaluates an estimated SUD on the idea of looking at the box, and taps progressively until able to glimpse the contents without emotional flooding.
Advanced Reiki system developed by William Lee Rand, centered on compassion and using specific symbols to address deep emotional patterns and cellular trauma.
Ancestral energy healing practice where the magnetizer uses their own vital fluid to restore the patient's energy balance and stimulate self-healing capacities.
Sound therapy instruments made of pure quartz producing crystal-clear sounds of exceptional purity, tuned to specific frequencies to harmonize chakras and induce deep meditative states.
Immersive sound therapy experience using large gongs to create an enveloping sound bath, inducing deep states of relaxation and letting go.
EFT protocol where the patient narrates their story aloud while the therapist watches for activation signs — voice changes, hesitations, gestures — and immediately stops the narration to tap on the last spoken phrase, until the entire story can be told without distress.
EFT protocol specifically adapted for sleep disorders, targeting mental rumination, hypervigilance, and accumulated physical tension. A 3-phase protocol — emotional discharge, body relaxation, and sleep affirmation — supported by studies from Lee et al. (2016) and Chatwin et al. (2016).
Complete EFT protocol for identifying and transforming deeply anchored limiting beliefs in the subconscious. Integration of cognitive muscle testing, Tell the Story protocol, Choices Method, and VOC scale for lasting transformation of automatic negative cognitions.
EFT technique for severe traumas, very sensitive subjects or therapy beginners: starting with extremely vague formulations ('something difficult happened') and progressively introducing increasingly specific details, never advancing if intensity exceeds 4-5, thus building safety and trust before approaching the core of the problem.
Therapeutic method using the specific properties of different light wavelengths (colors) to stimulate healing processes and rebalance the body.
Precision steel or aluminum instruments tuned to specific frequencies, applied to acupuncture points, bones and joints for targeted sound therapy.
EFT protocol validated by Peta Stapleton's RCTs for treating food cravings, tobacco, alcohol, and substance addiction. 83% craving reduction in workshop format and 28.2% maintained at 2 years. Documented fMRI changes in brain reward circuits.
Specialized EFT protocol for chronic pain using the Chasing the Pain technique. Stapleton et al. (2025, European Journal of Pain) RCT demonstrating significant reduction in pain severity and interference, maintained at 6 months, with measurable neural changes.
Mind-body approach validated by Stapleton et al. RCTs (2013–2019) for weight management and dysfunctional eating behaviors. Weight and BMI reduction, depression −12.3%, anxiety −23.3%, effects maintained at 12 months and 2 years. Treatment of cravings, limiting beliefs, and emotional eating.
EFT protocol adapted for sports performance enhancement: pre-competition anxiety management, mental block clearing, post-injury psychological recovery and mental preparation. Church (2009) study demonstrating 38% improvement in basketball free throw accuracy. Significant cortisol reduction (d=1.12) supporting athletic recovery.
Structured EFT protocol for treating specific phobias in one to two sessions of 60 to 120 minutes. Phobias of spiders, heights, flying, blood, injections and other simple phobias. Large effect sizes confirmed by independent studies.
Gary Craig's gentle technique using breathing as a stress indicator. The client takes a deep breath, rates their breathing capacity on 0-10, performs tapping rounds until reaching 10/10. Excellent demonstration tool for skeptics as the result is physically measurable. Often used as a gateway at the beginning of EFT sessions.
Gary Craig's advanced EFT protocol for moderate to severe traumas, where the patient assigns a movie title to their traumatic memory and processes it progressively as a film watched from the outside, stopping to tap whenever intensity rises.
Universal touch healing technique consisting of placing hands on or above the patient's body to transmit vital energy and promote the healing process.
Energy healing method using the vibrational properties of natural stones and crystals to rebalance the body's energy centers and promote overall well-being.
Holistic approach to rebalancing the body's seven main energy centers (chakras), integrating crystals, colors, sounds and meditation to restore overall harmony.
Daily Reiki self-care practice allowing the initiated practitioner to channel universal energy onto themselves to maintain energy balance and overall health.
Fluid hand movement techniques practiced by the magnetizer above or near the body to regulate vital energy flow and dissolve blockages.
Simplified yet powerful form of Reiki combining traditional Reiki energy with Kundalini awakening, developed by Ole Gabrielsen for direct access to healing energy.
Energy healing method founded by Mikao Usui in Japan, based on channeling universal energy through laying on of hands to promote self-healing.
Integrative sound therapy method combining calibrated tuning forks, vocal biofeedback and frequency analysis to harmonize the body with its optimal resonance frequencies.
Ancestral metal alloy instruments producing harmonic sound vibrations used for meditation, deep relaxation and energetic chakra rebalancing.
Hypnosis for addictions uses suggestion and unconscious reprogramming techniques to modify addictive behaviors (tobacco, alcohol, food, gambling). It acts on emotional anchors, automatisms and brain reward mechanisms.
Hatha Yoga is the most widespread traditional form of yoga in the West. It combines postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation to harmonize body and mind.
Yoga Nidra, or "yogic sleep," is a guided deep relaxation technique practiced lying down. It induces a state between waking and sleep allowing physical and mental regeneration equivalent to several hours of rest.
Prenatal yoga adapts postures, breathing, and relaxation to pregnant women's specific needs. It prepares body and mind for childbirth while relieving pregnancy discomforts.
Power Yoga is an athletic and intense yoga inspired by Ashtanga, developed for practitioners seeking a complete physical workout. It builds strength, endurance, and flexibility.
EFT-tapping adapted for couples work: mirror tapping, surrogate tapping, forgiveness protocol and relational trigger treatment. Not to be confused with Sue Johnson's EFT (Emotionally Focused Therapy). Applications for recurring conflicts, communication problems, infidelity, jealousy, desire loss and co-dependency.
Tibetan singing bowl meditation uses the sound vibrations of singing bowls to induce deep relaxation and meditative states. Harmonic frequencies act on the nervous system and promote body-mind harmonization.
Group protocol where each participant taps simultaneously on their own problem while a volunteer works with the therapist, generating shared therapeutic benefits through resonance effect.
Hypno-analgesia uses hypnosis to reduce or eliminate pain perception during medical or surgical procedures. Scientifically validated, it is practiced in many hospitals as an alternative or complement to anesthesia.
The Emergency EFT protocol is an ultra-simplified version immediately applicable in acute crisis situations: panic attacks, emotional shock, acute pain, intense distress. Continuous tapping on the least intrusive points until stabilization, without formal setup or prior SUDS assessment.
Gary Craig's fundamental EFT technique for physical pain: locate the pain (shape, color, texture, SUDS intensity), tap on it, observe its displacement, target the new location. Pain migration reveals underlying emotional layers. Applications: fibromyalgia, migraines, back pain. Brattberg (2008): 86% reduction in fibromyalgia symptoms after 8 weeks.
The EFT Gold Standard protocol is Gary Craig's original complete version (1990s): SUDS assessment, setup statement on the Karate Chop point, 9-meridian-point tapping sequence, 9 Gamut Procedure, and reassessment. The foundation of all modern EFT variants.
Clinical EFT is the manualized and standardized version developed by Dawson Church for scientific research. Integrating CBT elements and removing the 9 Gamut Procedure, it is recognized by the APA as an evidence-based practice for anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Advanced EFT-derived technique developed by Karl Dawson, allowing the practitioner to enter traumatic memories and interact with the past self (ECHO) to rewrite limiting beliefs anchored in the energy field.
Spiritual and meditative evolution of EFT developed by Gary Craig since 2014, in which physical tapping is abandoned in favor of a meditative connection with the Unseen Therapist — a universal inner spiritual resource — to heal at a deeper level than technique.
The Choices Method, developed by Dr. Patricia Carrington, clinical psychologist from Princeton University, adds a proactive positive dimension to standard EFT. Rather than merely neutralizing negative emotions, it actively installs a desired positive state through a structured three-phase protocol.
Energy medicine system developed by Dr. Randolph Stone, integrating energy touch, yoga exercises, dietetics and dialogue to balance the body's energy fields.
Complementary EFT technique used after negative emotion reduction to install and anchor positive states, inner resources, and helpful beliefs through meridian tapping combined with positive affirmations and mental imagery.
Bhramari Pranayama is a yogic breathing technique where exhalation is accompanied by a humming sound like a bee. This internal vibration instantly calms the nervous system, reduces anxiety and promotes deep concentration.
No-touch energy healing system developed by Master Choa Kok Sui, using prana (vital energy) to cleanse and energize the etheric body and accelerate healing.
Iyengar Yoga, founded by B.K.S. Iyengar, is distinguished by its precision in postural alignment and use of props (blocks, straps, blankets). This therapeutic method is particularly suited for people with chronic pain and seniors.
EFT protocols adapted for perinatal care: pregnancy (nausea, prenatal anxiety, tokophobia), birth preparation, labor pain management, and postpartum (baby blues, postpartum depression, birth trauma). EFT is non-invasive, medication-free, and can be self-applied. Based on Chatwin et al. (2016) and Stapleton et al. (2019).
Ashtanga Yoga is a dynamic and demanding style codified by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. It follows fixed series of postures linked in a precise order, synchronized with Ujjayi breathing.
Self-hypnosis is the autonomous practice of hypnosis, allowing self-induction of an altered state of consciousness. A powerful empowerment tool, it extends and reinforces the effects of hypnotherapy sessions.
Perinatal hypnosis supports pregnant women throughout pregnancy and childbirth. It helps reduce anxiety, manage pain naturally, and experience a more serene birth.
Systematic long-term protocol designed by Gary Craig to methodically resolve all of life's disturbing memories, treating each specific memory with standard EFT until lasting and complete emotional peace is achieved.
Laughter Yoga, created by Dr. Madan Kataria in 1995, combines voluntary laughter exercises with yogic breathing. The body cannot distinguish between simulated and spontaneous laughter: physiological benefits (endorphins, cortisol reduction, immune boost) are identical.
The Third Degree Dynamic Relaxation, inspired by Japanese Zen, develops reflective meditation. It allows exploration of body-mind unity and integration of deep existential values.
AcroYoga combines yoga, acrobatics and Thai massage into a unique relational practice. Practiced in pairs or trios, it develops trust, body communication and balance through supported acrobatic figures.
The First Degree Dynamic Relaxation, inspired by yoga, is the first step of the Caycedo method. It aims at discovering and mastering the body schema through concentration on physical sensations.
Cardiac coherence biofeedback uses a heart rate variability (HRV) sensor connected to software to visualize cardiac coherence state in real-time. This visual feedback enables accelerated autonomic nervous system regulation learning and personalized breathing practice optimization.
Fundamental conceptual framework of EFT developed by Gary Craig, using the table metaphor to structure therapeutic work: global problems (anxiety, low self-esteem) are the tabletop, specific supporting memories are the legs — you never tap on the tabletop, you treat each leg individually.
Humanistic hypnosis, created by Olivier Lockert, reverses the classical hypnosis mechanism: instead of dissociating consciousness, it unifies it by increasing the patient's state of awareness. The therapist guides in total transparency.
EFT combines acupressure point stimulation with emotion verbalization to release emotional blockages. Developed by Gary Craig, this "tapping" technique is used for anxiety, phobias, and trauma.
Bikram Yoga (or Hot Yoga) is a practice of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises performed in a room heated to 40°C with 40% humidity. Heat promotes flexibility, detoxification through sweating, and intense cardiovascular work.
Technique where a practitioner or caregiver taps on themselves with intention for a person unable to practice EFT directly: infants, young children, sedated patients, animals, or distant persons.
Vinyasa Yoga is a fluid and dynamic yoga where postures flow creatively to the rhythm of breath. Each class is unique, offering variety and creativity in practice.
Projective sophro-stimulation uses creative imagination to stimulate adaptive capabilities. The practitioner projects into different future scenarios to develop mental flexibility and creativity when facing challenges.
Kriya Yoga is an advanced meditative technique transmitted by Lahiri Mahasaya and popularized by Paramahansa Yogananda in 'Autobiography of a Yogi'. Combining pranayama, mudras and meditation, it aims to accelerate spiritual evolution through mastery of vital energy (prana).
EFT protocols specifically adapted by age group — from tapping games with 4-7 year olds to adolescent empowerment — to reduce school anxiety, phobias, trauma, and improve self-esteem.
Sivananda Yoga is a traditional holistic approach based on five principles: exercise, breathing, relaxation, diet, and positive thinking/meditation. Developed by Swami Vishnudevananda, it offers a complete, accessible practice based on 12 basic postures.
Restorative Yoga is a gentle, passive practice using many props (bolsters, blankets, blocks) to hold postures effortlessly for 5-20 minutes. It activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting deep body and mind healing.
Vipassana ("insight") is one of the oldest Buddhist meditation techniques. It involves observing bodily sensations with equanimity to understand the impermanent nature of all experience.
Zazen is the seated meditation of Zen Buddhism. In lotus posture, facing the wall, the practitioner sits "without goal or gain" — simply being present, letting thoughts pass like clouds in the sky.
Ancestral Japanese art of energy harmonization through light touch on 26 'safety energy locks' on the body, aiming to restore vital energy flow.
The Second Degree Dynamic Relaxation, inspired by Tibetan Buddhism, explores the contemplative dimension of consciousness. It develops the ability to mentally represent the body and work on self-image.
Kundalini Yoga, taught in the West by Yogi Bhajan, is the "yoga of awareness." It combines postures, powerful breathwork, mantras, and meditations to awaken the dormant Kundalini energy at the base of the spine.
Advanced EFT protocol combining guided visualization and meridian tapping to access the wounded inner child, establish a therapeutic dialogue and integrate unresolved early emotional wounds.
Yin Yoga is a slow, deep yoga where postures are held for 3-5 minutes. It targets connective tissues (fascia, ligaments, tendons) and promotes deep flexibility, meditation, and letting go.
Cardiac coherence 365 is a rhythmic breathing technique (6 breaths/min, 5 minutes, 3 times/day) that synchronizes heart rhythm and the autonomic nervous system. Scientifically validated for stress, anxiety, and hypertension.
Ericksonian hypnosis, developed by Milton H. Erickson, is a permissive and indirect approach to therapeutic hypnosis. It uses metaphors, indirect suggestions and the patient's unconscious resources to facilitate change.
Classical directive hypnosis is the historical form of therapeutic hypnosis, using direct and authoritative suggestions to induce trance and modify behaviors. It relies on the subject's suggestibility.
NLP, created by Bandler and Grinder, models strategies of human excellence to make them accessible to all. It offers concrete tools for rapid change by working on mental representations and language.
Conversational hypnosis is a form of indirect hypnosis practiced within natural conversation, without formal induction. Developed from Milton Erickson's work, it uses hypnotic language, metaphors and embedded suggestions within seemingly ordinary exchange.
Metta meditation (Metta Bhavana) systematically cultivates loving-kindness toward oneself and then others. An ancestral Buddhist practice, it develops compassion, empathy, and positive connections.
Tonglen is a Tibetan Buddhist compassion meditation where one visualizes breathing in others' suffering and breathing out well-being and healing. Taught by Pema Chödrön and other Tibetan masters, it transforms self-centeredness into active empathy.
Transcendental Meditation, taught by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, uses a personally assigned mantra repeated silently to transcend thought and reach pure consciousness. Practiced 20 minutes twice daily.
Trataka is a yogic meditation technique of gazing at a candle flame without blinking, then visualizing the afterimage with eyes closed. This purification practice improves concentration, memory and vision, and serves as a powerful gateway to deep meditation.
Jon Kabat-Zinn's MBSR program is a structured 8-week protocol combining mindfulness meditation, gentle yoga, and body scan. Scientifically validated, it is the world's most studied meditation program.
Body Scan is a guided meditation of progressively directing attention to each body part. A fundamental MBSR technique, it develops body awareness and induces deep relaxation.
MBCT combines mindfulness meditation and cognitive therapy to prevent depressive relapses. An 8-week scientifically validated program recommended by health authorities for recurrent depression.
Gong bath is a therapeutic sound immersion using large planetary gongs whose powerful vibrations and complex harmonics induce deep relaxation, promote emotional release, and stimulate cellular regeneration processes.
Nadi Shodhana is alternate nostril breathing, a fundamental pranayama technique for balancing energies and calming the nervous system. It harmonizes brain hemispheres and reduces anxiety.
Kapalabhati is an energizing yogic breathing technique of rapid, powerful abdominal exhalations. It purifies the airways, stimulates metabolism, and clarifies the mind.
Ujjayi is the sonorous yoga breath produced by slight glottis contraction. Its characteristic ocean-like sound calms the mind, regulates the nervous system, and accompanies asana practice.
The Fourth Degree Dynamic Relaxation closes the fundamental cycle of Caycedian sophrology. It aims at the totalization of being through the exploration of universal values and the awareness of existence in its fullness.
Sensory sophro-substitution allows replacing an unpleasant sensation (pain, discomfort) with a pleasant one, using the brain's ability to modify sensory perception in an altered state of consciousness.
Serial sophro-correction is a sophrological technique aimed at progressively desensitizing a phobia or fear by reliving anxiety-inducing situations in stages, within a state of deep relaxation.
Progressive sophro-acceptance allows positive projection into an anxiety-inducing future event. By mentally experiencing the event in a relaxed state, the practitioner programs a serene and confident response.