Beyond Energy: The Power of Stacked Clinical Skills in Energy Psychology

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For the last 20 years, most of the papers and discussion of energy psychology (EP) have focused on the “energy” part of the term. While this focus has been valuable, it has unintentionally hindered EP’s integration into mainstream therapy. It makes EP more “other” from the viewpoint of more standard therapies. EFT and most EP approaches “stack” multiple therapeutic skills used by different types of therapy while engaging the body. These skills are rarely articulated. This skill stacking contributes a considerable amount to the effectiveness of EP approaches. Bob will map out these skills, making it easier for you to communicate with others and helping you improve your skills as an EP practitioner. 

OBJECTIVES

• Articulate at least 3 psychological skills embedded in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) and energy psychology (EP), highlighting their contributions to therapeutic effectiveness.
• Discuss the psychological components that EP shares with other therapies such as EMDR, ACT, and mindfulness, thereby reducing barriers to mainstream acceptance.