This article is part of the EFT 201: Common questions about EFT after a little experience series.

One of the reasons I love Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) so much is because it a powerful self-care tool.  It can be done anywhere and anytime.  But there are times when it is best to work with a professional.

1) Working with a professional is a great way to learn.  I know in my practice, one of the goals is to equip my clients so they don't need my help in the future.  In most forms of therapy the only time you can do work is when you are in session.  You make progress for an hour, and have to wait until your next appointment before you can continue the work.  All of my clients receive homework at the end of their session, so if they choose they can make progress between sessions.

When you work with a professional, tell them you are not only looking for help with the current problem, but are trying to get better at doing EFT, so you can be more empowered in the future.  With my clients we spend a great deal of time talking about why I am making the choices I am making so they can do the same work on their own later.

2) Getting outside perspective.  Sometimes we are so close to a problem, we can't see what is really happening.  This is the same reason we talk through our problems with our friends and family.  They give us a different perspective.  A professional is trained in helping you to see things another way.

3) It is a really big problem.  There issues which are just too big for us to do on our own.  By working with a professional, they are going to be able to guide you through tough problems and do it in such a way that you are healing is a safe way.