Free EFT Tapping Guide for Beginners | Clinical EFT with Kay

Your free beginner’s guide to EFT tapping

Learn EFT tapping without wondering if you’re doing it right.

A calm, illustrated guide to where to tap, what to say, and what to do from start to finish — so you can use EFT for everyday stress and emotional tension without needing experience or perfect words.

Created by Kay Kraggerud, MSc — EFT International Accredited Advanced EFT Practitioner (Level 3) and trauma-informed Clinical EFT practitioner.
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A glimpse inside the illustrated beginner’s guide

What you’ll get

The three things most beginners want to know.

Rather than giving you a script to copy, this guide helps you understand the simple structure behind EFT — so you know what to do, what to say, and how to adapt tapping to different everyday situations.

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Know what to say — without a script

Learn how to create setup statements and short reminder phrases using words that fit what you are actually feeling.

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Know what to do from start to finish

Follow a simple five-step process for choosing a focus, tapping through a round, noticing what changes, and deciding what to work with next.

What another practitioner noticed

I really enjoyed your EFT Tapping Guide! Most EFT resources I've come across lead you through a pre-written sequence, but this one gives you the behind-the-scenes understanding of how to set up your own tapping sequence.

Szeréna Vig
Psychologist & Life Coach

Sneak peek

A clear, visual guide you can return to anytime.

You won’t just learn the tapping points. You’ll learn how to move through a round using a simple structure you can return to for everyday concerns.

  • Turn a vague feeling like “I'm stressed” into one clear, specific focus for tapping.
  • Learn how to create a setup statement and short reminder phrases using words that fit your experience.
  • Follow a complete round, check the intensity afterward, and decide what to focus on next.
  • Find answers to common beginner questions, along with guidance on when to pause or seek support.
  • Keep the visual reference nearby for pre-meeting nerves, difficult conversations, or tension at the end of the day.
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Know exactly where to tap
Know what to say — without a script
Know what to do from start to finish

This guide may suit you if

You want a gentle tool you can actually use.

You are new to EFT. You want the basics explained clearly and simply.
You tend to overthink. You want steps you can follow without needing perfect words.
You want gentle self-support. You would like to start with everyday stress or emotional tension.
You like understanding the “why.” You’re looking for more than a one-size-fits-all tapping script.
Begin gently: This guide is intended for mild, current, specific concerns. For deeper, complex, or trauma-related patterns, working with a qualified practitioner may be a better fit.

About Kay

A grounded, trauma-informed approach.

I’m Kay Kraggerud, MSc — an EFT International Accredited Advanced EFT Practitioner (Level 3), trauma-informed Clinical EFT practitioner, and mind-body coach.

I support capable, self-aware women who may look calm on the outside while carrying anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, or emotional overwhelm inside.

Credentials: Accredited Advanced EFT Practitioner (Level 3), EFT International · Clinical EFT Levels 1–2 · Additional training in Complex Trauma & PTSD, Inner Child Work, and Picture Tapping Technique.

A few quick questions

Before you begin

Is this guide suitable if I’ve never tried EFT?
Yes. It was created specifically with beginners in mind. You’ll see where to tap, how a tapping round works, what you might say, and how to move through the process one step at a time.
What if I don’t know what to tap on?
That’s very common. The guide shows you how to narrow a broad feeling such as “I’m stressed” into one specific moment, thought, feeling, or body sensation you can work with.
What if I don’t know what to say while I’m tapping?
You don’t need perfect words or a memorized script. The guide shows you how to create simple setup statements and reminder phrases using language that reflects what you are actually noticing.
How long does a tapping round take?
There is no required length. A simple round can take only a few minutes, and you can pause at any point. The aim is not to force a result, but to notice what changes as you go.
How will I receive the guide?
Enter your first name and email address in the form above and I’ll send the PDF to your inbox. If you don’t see it, check your spam or promotions folder.
What if tapping brings up strong emotions?
Pause and bring your attention back to your surroundings. Self-tapping is best started with mild, manageable concerns. If something feels intense, complex, or difficult to work through alone, it may be better to work with a qualified practitioner.

Ready to begin?

Get the free Essential EFT Tapping Guide.

Everything you need to get started, in one simple illustrated PDF sent directly to your inbox.

If you later want more support

Private Clinical EFT support is available.

Start with the free guide. If the same emotional patterns keep returning or feel difficult to approach alone, you can explore working together when the time feels right.

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