EFT Introductory Workshop
Learn about stress and how to apply the basic protocols of EFT. We practice both basic protocols.
EFT Self-Study Materials
Learn EFT at Your Own Pace with Free Materials
Would you like to learn EFT at your own pace? Our EFT self-study resources make it easy to get started. On this page, you’ll find free access to the two official Novet EFT foundation protocols and instructional videos by Drs. Gabriëlle Rutten. These materials guide you step-by-step in using EFT for personal growth, stress reduction, and emotional well-being.
Free EFT Self-Study Materials for Personal Use
These resources are intended for anyone who wants to study EFT for personal use. No prior experience is needed—the self-study program is accessible and thoughtfully structured. The videos and protocols empower you to practice EFT on your own in a safe and effective way. To maintain the integrity and quality of these materials, written permission from Gabriëlle Rutten is required if you wish to use any part of the content for commercial purposes, such as: workshops or training programs, books or online courses, videos, blogs, or professional supervision. Using this content in a commercial or professional context without explicit approval is not permitted.
Certification Only Through Novet
If you're seeking official certification in Gold Standard EFT or Optimal EFT, we invite you to explore the certified training programs offered exclusively through Novet, recognized by EFT founder Gary Craig.
Start your personal EFT journey today. Good luck!
Gold Standard EFT Basic Protocol
Download the EFT protocol for free here.
Optimal EFT Basic Protocol
Download the Optimal EFT protocol for free here.
Novet
EFT Instructional Videos
EFT for Tinnitus
Struggling with Tinnitus?
Learn the essential EFT techniques. Download the Novet Tinnitus Protocol here.
Recurring Mistakes
Improve your EFT by avoiding these mistakes for beter results.
Natural Healing From Stress
Gary Craig and I explain stress and recovery from stress.
The Ultimate Guide to EFT
Fully revised edition of the definitive EFT handbook, written in collaboration with Gary Craig!
This book is ideal for anyone interested in learning a method that can be effectively used as a self-help tool for stress-related issues.
It also serves as an excellent resource for EFT professionals.
Official EFT From A to Z
EFT is accessible to everyone; no prior knowledge is required.
Gary Craig, the founder of EFT, has inspired the creation of more than a thousand books on EFT worldwide (most of which are in English).
However, this is the only book in the world written in collaboration with him, covering both official methods.
The Original E-book About the Unseen Therapist
The Unseen Therapist
Discover Gary's latest development: Optimal EFT with the Unseen Therapist, your 'inner spiritual healer.'
Interested in delving deeper into Optimal EFT? Start by reading this book. It explains what the Unseen Therapist is, inspires you to think in a new way about illness and wellness (NewThink), and teaches you how to apply the basic principles.
This book is required reading before you can begin the Optimal EFT Program. The download is free. Enjoy reading!
Basic Questions About EFT
What is the origin of EFT?
EFT is based on Thought Field Therapy (TFT), developed by Roger Callahan. The technique draws on principles from applied kinesiology, acupressure, and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
In the 1990s, Gary Craig simplified and systematized TFT into a more accessible and user-friendly method: EFT. This evolved into what is now known as Gold Standard EFT.
Read more about the EFT Method.
What psychological issues can EFT help with?
EFT is effective for virtually all emotional or psychological challenges, including:
- Anxiety disorders, phobias, fear of failure
- Depression, trauma (PTSD), addictions
- Low self-esteem, bullying, procrastination
- Relationship problems, aggression, autism, dyslexia
How can EFT help with physical complaints?
Chronic stress and unresolved emotions are often the root of physical issues. EFT helps release the emotional charge, providing relief for conditions such as:
- Headaches, stomach pain, high blood pressure
- Chronic fatigue, pain syndromes
- Stress-related illnesses
Rather than masking symptoms, EFT targets the emotional root causes—creating the potential for true, lasting healing.
Can EFT be used with children?
Absolutely. EFT is safe and effective for children of all ages. It can help with:
- School stress, bullying, concentration difficulties
- Anxiety, anger, sadness, grief
- Conditions such as ADHD or autism spectrum disorders
You can learn how to use it through our trainings or book a session with your child. Parents receive the protocol to continue practicing at home.
Want to learn more about EFT for children? Read more about EFT therapy.
How does it differ from Faster EFT and Matrix Reimprinting?
Both are offshoots of EFT that share some foundations but are fundamentally different approaches.
- Faster EFT combines Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) with a subset of EFT tapping points. Despite its name, it has not been proven to be faster or more effective than Gold Standard EFT.
- Matrix Reimprinting incorporates inner-child work into tapping with the idea of ‘reprogramming’ negative memories. However, it addresses emotional processing differently than EFT does. With Gold Standard EFT and Optimal EFT, which uses the Unseen Therapist, such inner-child work often has a deeper and more lasting effect.
If the results with these spin-offs have been disappointing, switching to the two official forms of EFT via Novet is a worthwhile alternative.
What is the difference between EFT, Tapping, and Gold Standard EFT?
The terms EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and Tapping are often used interchangeably. Tapping simply refers to the act of gently tapping on specific meridian points on the body—an essential part of EFT.
Gold Standard EFT is the official method developed by EFT founder Gary Craig since 2011. Only certified training centers recognized by him, such as Novet, are authorized to use this term and teach this original form of EFT.
Is there another form of EFT for couples therapy?
Yes, but it refers to something entirely different. Emotionally Focused Therapy is a form of couples counseling that has no connection with Emotional Freedom Techniques. The use of the same abbreviation is purely coincidental and understandably confusing.
However, with Novet’s EFT, you can also successfully address relationship problems. Unlike traditional talk therapy, we don’t stay at the cognitive level—we help identify and resolve the underlying emotional triggers and patterns.
Read more about EFT Couples Therapy.
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