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EFT Research Database › Exploratory Evidence

Thought Field Therapy (TFT) Clinical Application: Utilization in an HMO in Behavioral Medicine and Behavioral Health Services

Summary: This pilot study examined the effectiveness of Thought Field Therapy (TFT) in treating a wide range of psychological issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma, in 714 patients. The results showed significant reductions in self-reported distress after TFT treatment, with statistically significant improvements in 31 categories.

However, the study's uncontrolled design means that further research is needed to confirm the validity and long-term benefits of TFT.

Citation and Link: Sakai, C., Paperny, D., Mathews, M., Tanida, G., Boyd, G., Simons, A., Yamamoto, C., Mau, C., & Nutter, L. (2001). Thought Field Therapy clinical applications: Utilization in an HMO in behavioral medicine and behavioral health services. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 57, 1215-1227.

Read the Original Study at Journal of Clinical Psychology

Level
Exploratory Evidence
Type
Pilot Studies
Topics
Depression, Eating Disorders, EFT-Related Treatments / Modalities, Food Cravings, TFT (Thought Field Therapy), Weight Management
Author
Boyd, G, Mathews M, Mau, C, Nutter, L, Paperny, D, Sakai, C, Simons, A, Tanida, G, Yamamoto, C
Year
2001

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