What exactly is energy healing and how does it work?

Energy healing is a practice that works with the body’s natural energetic field to encourage balance and well-being. By using techniques such as gentle touch, focused intention, guided activation, and sound or movement practices, practitioners help clear energetic blockages and support the body’s own capacity to self-regulate. This gentle, noninvasive approach promotes relaxation, mental clarity, and a deeper sense of connection to one’s inner life.

Do I need any prior experience to enroll in your courses?

No prior experience is required to enroll in our online energy healing courses. You’ll learn foundational energy healing techniques—chakra balancing, Reiki-inspired hands-on methods, guided meditation, breathwork, and aura cleansing—through self-paced multimedia lessons and practical exercises. Whether you’re new to energy healing or looking to enhance your existing practice, you’ll build confidence and tangible skills to support holistic well-being.

Are the Academy of Energy Healing courses self-paced?

Yes. All of our energy healing programs are fully self-paced on our online platform. You can start immediately, progress through lessons at your own pace, and revisit any content whenever you wish—no scheduled calls or live events required.

Will I receive a recognized certification after completing a course?

Yes. After finishing all modules and practical reflections, you’ll earn a Certificate in Energy Healing accredited by the International Institute for Complementary Therapists (IICT). Our certifications are recognized in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, and worldwide.

What makes your approach to teaching energy healing different?

We guide you to tap into Source Energy in a warm, down-to-earth way, using simple, hands-on techniques that bring more peace, balance, and harmony into your life. Instead of just talking theory, you’ll actually feel and practice shifting energy—raising your vibration, smoothing out stuck spots, and weaving light frequencies into your daily routines. This means real change you can carry with you, whether you’re on your meditation cushion or out in the world.

How do I get started and enroll in my first course?

1. Browse Programs: Visit our Courses page and choose the training that resonates with you. 2. Register & Pay: Click “Enroll Now,” complete a brief registration form, and select your preferred payment. 3. Begin Your Journey: Look for our welcome email, then step into your first lesson—immerse yourself in the material and feel the energy of transformation as you learn. 4. Join the Community: Connect with fellow students any time in our private Facebook group.

Guide to EFT Tapping: A Gentle Technique to Release Emotional Blocks

Quick Definition

EFT Tapping is a gentle, yet powerful energy healing technique that uses fingertip tapping on specific meridian points to release emotional distress, calm the nervous system, and restore energetic balance. It’s often described as “emotional acupuncture without needles.”

What It Helps With

EFT supports a wide range of emotional, mental, and even physical issues, including:

Anxiety, stress, and panic
Emotional trauma and PTSD
Limiting beliefs and self-sabotage
Fear, phobias, and grief
Anger and resentment
Physical pain linked to emotional blocks
Nervous system dysregulation
Energetic imprints from past experiences

How It Works

A fundamental principle of EFT is the idea that unaddressed emotional energy can upset the body’s natural balance. By tapping on key meridian points (the same energy pathways used in Traditional Chinese Medicine) while focusing on a specific issue, we send a signal of safety to the brain. This calms the fight-or-flight response and begins to neutralize the emotional charge associated with the memory, belief, or sensation. Through this method, the goal is to diminish the emotional impact of troublesome memories, beliefs, or physical sensations.

Imagine your energy system as a flowing river — when emotional pain clogs the current, energy stagnates. EFT gently dislodges these emotional “logs,” restoring your inner flow and freeing the system to realign. As the stuck energy is released, clarity, calm, and empowerment begin to return.

What to Expect in a Session

A session typically begins with a conversation to identify the core issue or emotional pattern you wish to address. The practitioner will guide you through a tapping sequence, using your fingertips to tap on a set of acupressure points on the face, upper body, and hands. You’ll repeat specific phrases that acknowledge the issue while affirming self-acceptance and release.

Sessions are interactive and often deeply intuitive, with space for emotional expression, insights, and somatic shifts. You might find yourself experiencing an emotional release, like crying or laughing, a feeling of energetic lightness, or a deep sense of tranquility. Each session is customized to address your specific needs in that moment.

Who It’s Best For

EFT is ideal for anyone looking to gently and effectively release emotional pain, reprogram limiting beliefs, or calm an overactive nervous system. It’s especially beneficial for those who:

Feel overwhelmed by stress or emotion
Have experienced trauma and seek a non-invasive approach
Prefer participatory, body-based healing
Are new to energy work and want a simple, empowering practice
Desire a tool they can use for self-healing between sessions

Origins or Background

Gary Craig, a Stanford-trained engineer, created EFT in the 1990s, influenced by concepts from Thought Field Therapy and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Craig envisioned a streamlined, universally accessible technique for emotional healing that could be practiced by anyone, anywhere. Today, EFT is used around the world by healers, therapists, coaches, and individuals seeking freedom from emotional pain.

How to Integrate It

EFT can easily become part of your daily or weekly self-care. Many people use it in the mornings to clear energy for the day, or during stressful moments to calm the body quickly. It also works beautifully as a complement to other modalities like Inner Child Healing, Reiki, or Quantum Energy Healing, preparing your system to receive and anchor higher frequencies after clearing emotional debris.

You can learn basic tapping sequences to use on your own, or work with a certified practitioner for deeper healing and intuitive guidance. It’s a versatile tool you can carry with you on your healing journey — always there when you need to realign.

Ahtayaa’s Insight

This modality is a sacred gift for the sensitive soul. EFT has a way of gently dissolving the emotional fog that keeps you from hearing your higher self clearly. For anyone seeking to clear the way for light activation and spiritual embodiment, this is a powerful ally.