Learn about Tapping Treatment in Turkey — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Tapping and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Tapping

Tapping, clinically known as Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) or psychological acupressure, is a therapeutic procedure performed by psychologists to address emotional distress and physical discomfort. This mind-body intervention combines elements of cognitive therapy with acupressure by having the patient gently tap with their fingertips on specific meridian points on the face and upper body while focusing on a specific problem or negative emotion. The process is designed to reduce the body's stress response, rewire neural pathways associated with distress, and promote emotional regulation. It is used to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, PTSD, phobias, and chronic pain by calming the amygdala and balancing the body's energy system in a non-invasive, patient-led manner.

Key Highlights

    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.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient procedure)
  • checked Expected recovery time: 0 days (immediate resumption of activities)

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering tapping in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

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
India USD 9 – USD 27 0 days (outpatient procedure) ~ 0 days (immediate resumption of activities) Know More
Turkey USD 64 – USD 201 0 days (outpatient procedure) ~ 0 days (immediate resumption of activities) Know More
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