Benefits of Tapping as a Regulation Strategy
Learn the benefits of EFT aka Tapping!
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5 Benefits of Tapping as a Regulation Strategy
What is EFT?
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), often called tapping, is a mind-body practice that combines gentle tapping on specific acupressure points with focused reflection on emotions or stress. This process helps calm the nervous system and release stored emotional tension. Many people use tapping to reduce anxiety, process difficult feelings, and support emotional well-being.
- Reduces stress and anxiety
Tapping while acknowledging emotions can help calm the nervous system. Some studies suggest it may lower the stress hormone Cortisol, helping the body shift out of fight-or-flight mode.
- Supports emotional regulation
EFT can help people name and process feelings instead of suppressing them. This can make it easier to sit with difficult emotions like anger, grief, or fear without becoming overwhelmed.
- May help with trauma and PTSD symptoms
Some therapists use EFT as a complementary technique alongside trauma-informed care. Research has explored its use with people experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder to reduce emotional intensity tied to memories.
- Helps interrupt negative thought patterns
Because EFT includes affirming statements (for example, “Even though I feel anxious, I accept myself”), it can help people challenge self-criticism and cultivate more compassionate inner dialogue.
- Can improve sleep and relaxation
By lowering emotional activation and physical tension, many people find tapping helpful before bed or during moments of overwhelm.
- Accessible self-care tool
Sources Church, D., Yount, G., & Brooks, A. (2012). The effect of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) on stress biochemistry: A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease. Bach, D., Groesbeck, G., Stapleton, P., Sims, R., Blickheuser, K., & Church, D. (2019). Clinical EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) improves multiple physiological markers of health. Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine. Stapleton, P., Kip, K., Church, D., et al. (2023). Emotional Freedom Techniques for treating PTSD: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Frontiers in Psychology. Chen, W., et al. (2025). Effectiveness of Emotional Freedom Techniques in alleviating symptoms associated with PTSD: A systematic review and meta-analysis. European Archives of Psychiatry and Clinical Neuroscience.
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