Homeopathic medicine
Also referred to as homeopathic remedies, this treatment in natural and non-toxic, making it safe for all ages. The remedies are prepared by specialist homeopathic pharmacies. The preparation involves a process of dilution and succussion – a vigorous type of shaking. Remedies are most commonly prescribed in tablet, liquid or powder form. As they are […]
What to expect when you see a homeopath
Seeing a practitioner generally follows this format: the initial consultation prescription follow-ups. Below we go into more depth about each stage. Initial consultation As with most therapists, homeopaths will invite you for a consultation before treatment begins. This may take one to two hours and allows the practitioner to gain a clear understanding of your […]
What is homeopathy?
The key belief behind homeopathy is that you can treat ‘like with like’. So, a substance that in large doses can cause symptoms, can in theory be used in much smaller doses to address symptoms. The concept is occasionally used in conventional medicine. For example, those with pollen allergies may be treated with small doses […]
Homeopathy
Homeopathy is a holistic therapy that looks at the person as a whole. This means it looks at emotional, physical and mental illness together. This is because homeopaths believe the mind and body are linked, so you cannot address one part of the body without affecting the whole. Working on the theory that ‘like cures […]
How to find an EFT practitioner
In any form of therapy it is advised that you search for someone suitably qualified. As Emotional Freedom Technique addresses psychological concerns, it is important to ensure the practitioner you see has had the necessary training. On Therapy Directory we check to ensure members have proof of qualifications and insurance or are a member with […]
Do I need to see an EFT practitioner?
Do I need to see an EFT practitioner? In all situations where you are looking at psychological concerns, working with a qualified professional is helpful. Emotional Freedom Technique can be self-applied, and indeed this is what draws many people to it. Being able to take your healing into your own hands can be empowering and allows […]
What can it help with?
A well-known motto within the EFT community is “try it on everything”. Because the therapy is non-invasive, entirely natural and safe, there is nothing to lose by trying it on any issue. Advocates of the therapy say it can offer long-lasting relief and often works where other approaches fail. EFT works well for recurring problems […]
How does EFT work?
EFT practitioners believe negative emotions and illness are interlinked. Physical problems create emotional responses and emotional problems often manifest physical symptoms. For this reason, it is important to approach healing in a holistic manner, looking at both emotional and physical energy. Emotional Freedom Technique aims to tackle both the negative emotions and unbalanced or blocked […]
What is Emotional Freedom Technique?
Emotional Freedom Technique incorporates theories from holistic therapies such as acupressure, energy medicine and neuro-linguistic programming. Many eastern medicine models are founded on the belief that there are channels of energy within the body. It is thought that when these channels (known as meridians) become blocked, energy becomes unbalanced. When this happens, it is thought […]
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is commonly referred to as psychological acupressure. The therapy aims to release emotional blockages within the body’s energy system. As with many other therapies, EFT works on the premise that the body contains energy channels. When these energy channels become blocked or unbalanced, it is believed to lead to emotional and […]