About Tapping
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive and drug-free therapeutic technique.Can be self-administered after training for ongoing emotional management.Often provides rapid relief for specific anxieties and traumatic memories.Integrates cognitive and somatic (body-focused) approaches for holistic healing.Generally has no significant side effects when performed correctly.
Who is this surgery for?
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), panic attacks, and specific phobias.
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma-related symptoms.
- Chronic stress, burnout, and performance anxiety (e.g., public speaking).
- Management of chronic pain conditions and psychosomatic symptoms.
- Cravings and emotional issues related to weight management or addiction.
How to prepare
- Initial psychological assessment to identify target issues and suitability.
- Discussion of the technique's principles and what to expect during the session.
- Identifying the specific problem, memory, or emotion to focus on.
- Creating a concise "setup statement" that acknowledges the problem and self-acceptance.
- Ensuring a private, comfortable, and quiet environment for the session.
Risks & possible complications
- Temporary increase in emotional discomfort or vivid recall of traumatic memories.
- Potential for inadequate resolution if not guided properly for complex trauma.
- Not a standalone treatment for severe psychiatric conditions like psychosis.
- Risk of misattribution if physical symptoms have an undiagnosed medical cause.
- Minor physical discomfort from repetitive tapping is rare but possible.
Recovery & hospital stay
- No physical recovery time is needed; normal activities can be resumed immediately.
- Emotional processing may continue for hours or days after a session.
- Psychologist may assign "homework" involving self-tapping on identified issues.
- Follow-up sessions are scheduled to assess progress and address new layers of the issue.
- Integration of insights and new emotional responses into daily life is encouraged.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time: 0 days (immediate resumption of activities)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tapping in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with psychology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform tapping. MediFyr helps you compare psychologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for tapping compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 800 – 2.5 Thousand | 0 days (outpatient procedure) | ~ 0 days (immediate resumption of activities) | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 2.8 Thousand – 8.75 Thousand | 0 days (outpatient procedure) | ~ 0 days (immediate resumption of activities) | Know More |
John Miller, a 58-year-old retired firefighter,...
John Miller, a 58-year-old retired firefighter, had been struggling with intense anxiety and vivid nightmares since his retirement two years ago. The sudden quiet and loss of routine left him feeling adrift, and he was haunted by memories of traumatic calls he'd compartmentalized during his career. He experienced panic attacks, insomnia, and a constant feeling of being 'on edge,' which strained his relationship with his wife. His psychologist, recognizing symptoms of complex PTSD, recommended Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) Tapping as a somatic and cognitive tool to help process the trapped trauma without requiring him to verbally relive every detail. John was initially skeptical, calling it 'weird voodoo stuff,' but agreed out of desperation. During sessions, he tapped on specific meridian points while focusing on a distressing memory or physical sensation of anxiety. He was surprised to find the process grounding; the rhythmic tapping gave his restless hands something to do and helped lower his physiological arousal enough to briefly tolerate the painful memories. Over eight weeks, the nightmares decreased in frequency and intensity. He reported feeling 'lighter' and more present with his family. While not a cure, tapping became a tool in his toolkit. His emotional journey moved from skeptical resistance to reluctant hope, and finally to a sense of regained agency. He still has difficult days, but now he has a way to calm the storm.
Psychologists for Tapping
Explore experienced psychologists who regularly perform tapping and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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