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What is the difference between EFT and EMDR Psychotherapy?
What is the difference between EFT and EMDR Psychotherapy?
Nov 13, 2023
In this video, the presenter discusses the differences between
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy
and the
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
. While both methods involve physical stimulation, such as tapping, the presenter explains that they are based on different principles. EFT relies on
Meridian theory
from Eastern philosophy, targeting emotional processing points in the body, while EMDR uses a more structured, therapeutic approach rooted in
Adaptive Information Processing (AIP)
. The video highlights EMDR’s systematic method of processing trauma across the lifespan, including preparation, ongoing evaluation, and resolution of memories, which contrasts with EFT’s less structured approach. The presenter also emphasizes the importance of clinical training in EMDR and the comprehensive research supporting its efficacy, unlike EFT, which has a more limited research base.
This video is ideal for those interested in understanding the distinctions between these two therapeutic techniques.
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