Case Study 00442 – 27 June 2026
Self-Love, Self-Esteem, Self-Worth, Trauma, PTSD, Confidence, Personal Development, Performance, Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Psychosis
EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) – Emotionally Focused Therapy Script
Introduction
This EFT Tapping script is designed to help reduce emotional distress, encourage self-acceptance, and promote emotional regulation. It can be used alongside an individual’s broader treatment plan to support relaxation, self-awareness, and healthier emotional responses.
Important Note
For individuals living with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, psychosis, severe depression, PTSD, or other significant mental health conditions, EFT should be used as a supportive wellbeing technique and not as a replacement for appropriate psychiatric, psychological, or medical treatment. When appropriate, EFT should be integrated with ongoing care provided by qualified healthcare professionals.
Step 1 – Identify the Emotional Challenge
Before beginning, take a slow, deep breath.
Ask yourself:
- What emotion am I experiencing right now?
- Where do I feel this emotion in my body?
- What thoughts are connected to this feeling?
- How intense is this emotion on a scale from 0 to 10?
Write down your intensity rating.
Step 2 – The Setup Statement (Karate Chop Point)
Tap gently on the side of your hand while repeating three times:
“Even though I am experiencing these difficult thoughts and emotions, I choose to accept myself with kindness, patience, and compassion.”
Alternative statements:
“Even though I have struggled with anxiety, fear, or self-doubt, I choose to remain open to healing.”
“Even though part of me feels overwhelmed, another part of me believes healing is possible.”
“Even though I have carried emotional pain for a long time, I am willing to take one small step toward healing today.”
Step 3 – Tapping Sequence
Repeat the reminder phrase while tapping each point approximately 5–7 times.
Eyebrow
“This emotional pain.”
Side of Eye
“I notice these difficult feelings.”
Under Eye
“I acknowledge my emotions.”
Under Nose
“I allow myself to breathe.”
Chin
“I choose not to fight every feeling.”
Collarbone
“I am learning to feel safe.”
Under Arm
“I allow my body to relax.”
Top of Head
“I remain open to healing.”
Round Two – Self-Love
Eyebrow
“I deserve kindness.”
Side of Eye
“I deserve compassion.”
Under Eye
“I am learning to love myself.”
Under Nose
“I release harsh self-judgement.”
Chin
“I accept myself as a growing person.”
Collarbone
“I am worthy of respect.”
Under Arm
“My value is not determined by my past.”
Top of Head
“I choose self-love.”
Round Three – Self-Esteem and Confidence
Eyebrow
“I am becoming stronger.”
Side of Eye
“I believe in my ability to grow.”
Under Eye
“I trust myself more each day.”
Under Nose
“I recognise my strengths.”
Chin
“I choose confidence over fear.”
Collarbone
“I have overcome challenges before.”
Under Arm
“I can learn new ways of responding.”
Top of Head
“I move forward with courage.”
Round Four – Emotional Healing
Eyebrow
“I acknowledge my emotional pain.”
Side of Eye
“I no longer need to carry every burden alone.”
Under Eye
“I allow healing to happen one step at a time.”
Under Nose
“I release unnecessary tension.”
Chin
“I allow peace to grow within me.”
Collarbone
“I choose emotional balance.”
Under Arm
“I am becoming calmer.”
Top of Head
“I trust the healing process.”
Round Five – Releasing Fear
Eyebrow
“I notice my fear.”
Side of Eye
“I do not need fear to control me.”
Under Eye
“I can breathe through difficult moments.”
Under Nose
“I remain present.”
Chin
“I respond with calm.”
Collarbone
“I choose courage.”
Under Arm
“I become stronger every day.”
Top of Head
“I trust my ability to cope.”
Round Six – Creating Hope
Eyebrow
“Today is a new beginning.”
Side of Eye
“I choose progress.”
Under Eye
“I welcome healthier thoughts.”
Under Nose
“I welcome peace.”
Chin
“I welcome confidence.”
Collarbone
“I welcome purpose.”
Under Arm
“I welcome hope.”
Top of Head
“I welcome a brighter future.”
Positive Integration Round
Repeat slowly while tapping all points.
“I am safe.”
“I am worthy.”
“I am learning.”
“I am healing.”
“I am resilient.”
“I am becoming stronger.”
“I deserve peace.”
“I deserve love.”
“I choose kindness.”
“I believe in myself.”
Closing Relaxation
Stop tapping.
Place one hand over your heart.
Take five slow, comfortable breaths.
Notice your breathing becoming slower.
Notice your shoulders relaxing.
Notice any changes in your emotions.
Again rate your emotional intensity on a scale from 0 to 10.
Remember that even a small reduction can represent meaningful progress.
Reflection Questions
After completing the tapping session, spend a few minutes reflecting on the following questions:
- What emotion feels different now?
- Has the intensity changed?
- What thoughts have changed?
- What did I learn about myself?
- What strength did I discover today?
- What is one kind thing I can do for myself today?
Daily EFT Practice
For the next four weeks, practise EFT once or twice each day.
Suggested focus areas include:
- Self-love
- Self-esteem
- Self-worth
- Confidence
- Emotional regulation
- Stress management
- Anxiety reduction
- Healthy coping
- Personal growth
- Inner peace
Keep a journal of your emotional intensity before and after each session to help you observe patterns and progress over time.
Final Affirmations
Repeat slowly:
- I accept myself exactly as I am while continuing to grow.
- I deserve kindness and compassion.
- My past does not determine my future.
- I am stronger than I realise.
- I choose healthy thoughts and healthy actions.
- I respond with calm and wisdom.
- Every day I become more confident.
- Every day I become more resilient.
- Every day I move closer to the life I want to create.
- Healing happens one breath, one choice, and one day at a time.
Clinical Reminder
EFT can be a valuable self-regulation and wellbeing practice. However, if distress increases, symptoms worsen, or experiences such as suicidal thoughts, mania, hallucinations, or severe emotional instability occur, pause the exercise and seek support from an appropriate healthcare professional promptly. EFT is intended to complement comprehensive mental healthcare, not replace it.