The book Energy Tapping was a joint development of Fred Gallo and Harry Vincenzi. Any statements to the contrary in print or on the web are false.
Energy psychology is a scientifically validated body of research and core set of treatment techniques that conceptualizes thoughts, feelings, emotions, and other psychological phenomena as manifestations of energy working though the system of the human body. If some psychological phenomenon is causing pain, distress, or a lack of function to an individual, the somatic techniques of energy psychology work to disrupt the flow of energy causing that phenomenon. One of the more common techniques in the energy psychology repertoire is called energy tapping, a practice, similar to acupressure, that involves manipulating and tapping certain points along the body's energy meridians to influence psychological events. In this new book, author Fred Gallo applies energy psychology techniques specifically to recovering from acute trauma and post-traumatic stress symptoms. Some techniques in this book are adapted from Energy Tapping by Fred Gallo and Harry Vincenzi.
Energy Tapping for Trauma offers a concise overview of how trauma affects us and why certain aspects of traumatic experience can linger as post-traumatic stress. The book adapts energy psychology techniques into simple, effective strategies for 'short-circuiting' the emotional problems associated with trauma. Throughout, the book advocates for a balanced and sensible 'whole-person' approach to dealing with and recovering from a traumatic event.
For more information about Energy Tapping please visit the authors: Harry Vincenzi: www.energytapping.org Fred Gallo: www.energypsych.com
Occasionally I hear someone on television talking about how they are afraid of flying or how they can’t get over their trauma, and I find myself thinking, Why don’t they just read Fred Gallo’s book Energy Tapping for Trauma and get over it? Gallo has written an easy-to-read, accessible book that anyone can use to move on from fear, phobias, trauma, and pain, as well as just giving themselves an emotional or energy tune-up. Read it, and tap into your inner healer. —Bill O’Hanlon, author of Change 101
Energy Tapping for Trauma is an amazing evolution of possibility in trauma care. This book is for anyone and everyone looking to discover new strategies to transform trauma and awaken a new self-empowered life. Freedom is now simply a few taps away! —Donald Epstein, D.C., Author of Healing Myths, Healing Magic and The 12 Stages of Healing: A Network Approach to Wholeness
Finally! A book for the public sector with loads of information and how-to’s! This book provides a step by step road map for healing trauma and releasing the blocks that keep it locked up within. Energy Tapping for Trauma will certainly become a must-have resource for every therapist’s toolbox." —Sharon Cass Toole, PhD, Founder of Meridian Psychotherapy Services
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Psychologist Fred Gallo, a leader in the emerging field of energy psychology, offers techniques for tapping into the body's energy system and its influence on emotions and cognition to cope with acute trauma and post-traumatic stress.
Since 1974, I've been a practicing clinical psychologist, although I became passionate about the mind, psychology and hypnosis during my teenage years. In 1968, I graduated from Duquesne University with undergraduate study in philosophy and psychology. The day after graduation, I suffered a severe automobile accident and had a near-death experience. (For many years after the accident I experienced frequent panic attacks, which I eventually overcame without formal therapy.) After recovering from injuries and a spleenectomy, I took a job teaching English, French, theater and civics to 8th graders at a parocial school in Pittsburgh. During that time, I discovered the therapeutic value of acting for several of my students. In 1969, I also attended graduate school in philosophy. After traveling the United States and working as a counselor for several years, I completed graduate training in clinical psychology and child development, receiving an MA from the University of Dayton and a doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh. I also completed postgraduate study at Kent State University and Youngstown State University. My clinical psychology internship was at Dayton Mental Health Center. Before entering private practice, I worked in the fields of juvenile corrections, mental retardation, learning disabilities, child welfare, vocational rehabilitation, chemical dependency, and I also taught briefly at Penn State University. I have been on staff at hospitals since 1980, consulting with physicians about the care of patients. I have been a member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the Pennsylvania Psychological Association (PPA) since the mid 1970s. Since its inception, I have been an advisory board member of the Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology (ACEP) and have been a frequent presenter at ACEP Conferences.
Since 1993, I have written and presented extensively on Energy Psychology. Besides numerous manuals, journal articles and book chapters, I've published 8 books. I named and introduced the field in my 1998 book, Energy Psychology. Next followed Energy Diagnostic and Treatment Methods in 2000; The Neurophysics of Human Behavior (Furman & Gallo 2000); Energy Tapping (Gallo & Vincenzi, 2000); and an edited volume, Energy Psychology in Psychotherapy in 2002. My sixth book is the 2005 second edition of Energy Psychology, a revision with expanded chapters and extensive information on energy psychology research, treatment approaches, and resources. The seventh book is Energy Tapping for Trauma (2007). And the eighth is the second expanded edition of Energy Tapping in 2008. I've also published numerous manuals on energy psychology, Energy Diagnostic and Treatment Methods (EDxTM(tm)), and Energy Consciousness Therapy (ECT(tm)) in English, German, Finnish, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, and Swedish. So far several of my books have been translated into German and Spanish. I also published an audiotape and CD on the Healing Energy Light Process (HELP(tm)) and a DVD covering several techniques from Energy Tapping for Trauma. You can read about these books, manuals, and the audiotape at my website www.energypsych.com/. I'm also pleased that many of my students in the USA and Europe have published successful books on Energy Psychology.
I have been studying and practicing various approaches to psychological treatment since the early 1960's. In the early 1980's, I began offering and since 1993 I have been offering training internationally in Energy Psychology. Since that time I have trained thousands of professionals in my methods.
I've established two free email lists: the EnerGym Forum, which focuses on a variety of energy-based and therapeutic topics available to anyone interested in such topics; and the EDxTM Forum, which offers ongoing support for Energy Psychology and EDxTM professionals. Information on participation in these lists can be obtained by going contacting fgallo@energypsych.com. You can directly subscribe to EnerGym at energym-subscribe@yahoogroups.com/.
In addition to writing and training professionals, I maintain a clinical practice in Hermitage, PA--Gallo & Associates--which offers services to adults, adolescents, and children. I am also on staff at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) at Horizon and the Children's Aid Society of Mercer County.
Carolyn and I live in beautiful New Wilmington, PA--Amish country. Our home is situated on 11 acres with horse barn, run-in, pasture, pond, and guest house. We enjoy the company of horses (Styles et al.), four cats (Q, Sam, Casey & Mel), several fish in an aquarium (not formally christened), and who knows how many fish and turtles in the pond (not sure of their names), plenty of "visiting" Canada geese, mallards, cranes, turkeys, barn swallows, deer, ground hogs, squirrels, rabbits, and chipmunks (don't know their names either). Most importantly, we have the privilege of three wonderful and cherished daughters (Aimee, Amy, and Pamela), their loving husbands, our 14-year-old granddaughter (Hanna), two 6-year old grandsons (Aidan and Michael) and a 4-year old grandson (Ryan). Although we have our share of trials and tribulations (don't we all), life has been very good--actually quite remarkable!
Warmly wishing you the best of health and happiness,
This review is from: Energy Tapping for Trauma: Rapid Relief from Post-Traumatic Stress Using Energy Psychology (Paperback)
"Energy Tapping for Trauma" is an exceptional book for both lay people and practitioners. Dr. Gallo begins with a discussion of what trauma is and how it has been treated up to now, then continues with an explanation of Energy Psychology and a choice of strategies that can be used, on your own or with the guidance of a therapist. Included are many techniques, cutting-edge concepts, personal and case examples, diagrammes and research.
The 'Simple Trauma Technique', 'Energy Tapping for Highly Complex Trauma' and the 'Trauma Removal Technique' are quite empowering. I have also used the "Eight Step Process' with several clients and find it extremely helpful. I found the chapter immediately following, that deals with blocks and interference that may arise with these techniques and treatments ("Troubleshooting") particularly helpful for those times when you may feel stuck.
This book teaches how to eliminate trauma, and how to become empowered after. Truly a resource manual at its best!
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This review is from: Energy Tapping for Trauma: Rapid Relief from Post-Traumatic Stress Using Energy Psychology (Paperback)
Dr. Fred Gallo's latest book about treating trauma and PTSD will please both lay readers and professionals. The information flows effortlessly from chapter to chapter, starting with definitions of trauma, the ways that trauma has been treated before the advent of Energy Psychology, and an overview of alternative trauma treatments like EMDR, TIR and V/KD.
Dr. Gallo explains how and why Energy Tapping works, clarifying the science of energy and brain chemistry in a way that is scientific yet understandable without talking down to the reader. He also ingeniously provides all the answers to challenges that skeptical newcomers might ask. The Appendix about Research is an important addition that will help doubters learn that these techniques are being studied by reputable scientists.
The main body of the book contains a wonderful variety of approaches that complement Energy Tapping. Readers will choose from a variety of methods, since not all systems work for all people.These procedures, as well as the tapping protocols for simple and complex trauma are well illustrated with clear diagrams and easy to follow instructions.
The chapter called "Troubleshooting" explains what to do when tapping doesn't seem to work. Readers will find out what neurological disorganization and psychological reversal are and how to correct these problems. This section is chock full of techniques and suggestions. The information here is essential to know in order to produce successful results.
This is truly a user-friendly book with the emphasis on "friendly." The author becomes a real person that readers can trust when he reveals his own vulnerability by including personal stories from his own life and how he used Energy techniques to heal himself in addition to valuable case histories. The book ends on a positive note in which readers are given protocols for reconnecting to and Empowering their lives. This is the kind of book that should be kept at hand as a ready reference.
Gloria Arenson, MS, MFT, D CEP
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This review is from: Energy Tapping for Trauma: Rapid Relief from Post-Traumatic Stress Using Energy Psychology (Paperback)
In this book, Fred Gallo, who coined the term Energy Psychology or EP to describe a remarkable new generation of rapid and effective treatments for psychological and physical problems, provides an erudite summary of EP treatments for trauma. Unresolved emotional trauma has been shown to correlate highly with every major disease, including cancer, heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, and depression. Releasing that trauma is key to healing. With vast experience as a clinical psychologist, as well as an astute grasp of the physiological and pharmacological mechanisms at work in emotional states, Gallo begins by painting a detailed and accurate depiction of trauma in lay language. He summarizes the conventional and alternative treatments for emotional stress, especially posttraumatic stress disorder or PTSD, and reviews the strengths and limitations of each. He then describes several techniques drawn from EP which he has found to be effective. After reviewing all scientific studies and literature on EP for my own book, The Genie in Your Genes: Epigenetic Medicine and the New Biology of Intention, I was impressed to find that Gallo has taken even the best existing EP methods a step further. Yet as he thinks through the issues and applies them with his clients, that next step turns out to be even simpler than the older methods. With a generation of veterans returning from Iraq, America is desperately in need of an effective method of treating PTSD. And even people who have never seen combat often demonstrate a large collection of unresolved emotional traumas, which can live on to compromise their health and happiness. I know of no better way to treat either kind of situation than with this brilliant new synthesis from the master of Energy Psychology.
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