S3E5: Why tapping works. Energy psychology | with Dr Coral Westaway

Have you ever wondered how therapy might change if you included the body’s energy systems, not just thoughts and feelings?This episode features clinical psychologist Dr Coral Westaway, who brings her training in energy psychotherapy to show how tapping, chakras, and meridians can be used safely alongside models like EMDR and IFS. The discussion covers how clinicians can use standardised energy psychology techniques in practice, how to explain them to clients, and why they can feel both gentle and powerful when working with trauma.The conversation also includes a live demonstration of EFT (Emotional freedom technique). They talk about the role of blocked energy, what happens when feelings move or change location, and how therapists can use these tools for their own boundaries as well as with clients.Highlights include:03:00 What is energy psychology and how does it work?08:00 Coral’s personal journey into this way of working12:30 Combining energy psychology with EMDR and IFS19:00 Live EFT demonstration for stress and anxiety28:00 What tapping is actually doing in the body35:00 The evidence base and where to find research37:30 Using energy psychology to support therapist boundariesGuest InformationCoral Westaway is a clinical psychologist and energy psychotherapist who integrates talking therapy with energy-based techniques. She shares resources on her website and YouTube channel. https://www.theenergypsychologist.org/ Instagram Facebook YoutubeWebsite:Resources mentioned:Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology (ACEP) – research and practitioner resourcesEFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) – tapping protocols and training videos on YouTube“Ask and Receive” technique for connecting to self-leadership ** Check out Mastering Therapy’s Youtube Channel for all podcast episodes **For notification on up coming episodes and for occasional summaries of tools discussed on the podcast sign up here: www.masteringtherapy.comTo recommend a topic you’d like to hear about, or if you’d like to appear on the podcast please get in touch at www.masteringtherapy.com/guestFor private psychology services and therapy visit www.drnataliestott.com*****Subscribe to the Mastering Therapy Podcast YouTube channelFollow Mastering therapy on instagramConnect with Dr Natalie Stott on LinkedInSUPERVISOR PLATFORMSupervisor Platform is an online directory designed for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals to connect with qualified clinical supervisors. It makes it easy for practitioners to browse, compare, and contact supervisors based on their expertise, approach, and availability, while giving supervisors a professional space to showcase their services. Supervisor Platform (with 3 months free trial code 'WELCOME3')Disclaimer: The Mastering therapy podcast and the information provided by Dr Natalie Stott (Dclinpsych, HPCP reg), is solely intended for informational and educational purposes and should only be used by qualified professionals. Mentioned in this episode:MASTERING THERAPY WORKSHOPSGet your name on the list to be the first to hear when these workshops go live! https://www.masteringtherapy.com/workshopsGuide