Online EFT Therapy | What Happens During Your First Session

What Happens in an Online EFT Session? A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’ve never tried EFT therapy before, it’s natural to feel a little unsure about what actually happens once you log into a session.

Author – George Asithianakis, MD

May 30, 2026

Will it feel awkward? Do you have to share everything right away? Is it just tapping your face on a video call? Who is the „Unseen Therapist“?

Here’s a clear walkthrough of what a real online EFT session with EFTMiracles looks like, from the moment you book to the moment you log off.

1. Before Your Session: What to Prepare

You don’t need any prior experience or special preparation.

Find a quiet, private space where you feel comfortable speaking openly. b. Have a stable internet connection for Zoom, Skype, or your preferred platform. c. Come with a general sense of what you’d like to work on, even if it’s not fully clear yet.

That’s it. George will guide the rest.

A General View of the Session with George Asithianakis

Have a good comfortable posture/your back straight and don’t cross your legs.

Every session begins with a conversation, not tapping. Then George will guide you with his intuition and vast experience to relieve what feels most pressing for you right now, whether that’s anxiety, a specific memory, a physical symptom, or something harder to put into words. There’s no need to have it perfectly organized. EFT therapy works well even when you start with a general feeling rather than a fully detailed story.

Check yourself when you end the first session how you feel. Chances are that you will feel much lighter and happier than the start of the session. This is a small example of the power of EFT that you will experience at EFTMiracles.

Of course if you continue sessions with George progressively you will feel emotional freedom, healing and improvement in every aspect of your life. You will find answers for the questions inside you. You will discover and resolve the hidden blocks that keep you stuck and prevent you from being who you really are.

Some General Steps of EFT Tapping for Physical Issues

1. Identifying and Rating (0–10) the Issue

Once you’ve named what you want to focus on, George will typically ask you to rate how intense it feels right now, often on a simple 0–10 scale. This isn’t a formal test. It’s a quick benchmark so both of you can track whether things shift as the session goes on. Maybe he will also ask you some characteristics of the issue as colour, location in the body etc.

2. The Setup Statement

Next, you’ll create what’s often called the setup statement: a short phrase that names the issue while also affirming self-acceptance. Something like, “Even though I feel anxious about this, I deeply and completely accept myself.” George will help you shape this so it actually fits what you’re feeling, rather than handing you a generic script.

3. Tapping Through the Sequence

This is the part most people picture when they think of EFT: gently tapping with your fingertips on a series of specific points, usually around the top of the head, eyebrow, side of the eye, under the eye, under the nose, chin, collarbone, and underarm. In an online session, George will mirror the points on camera and talk you through it in real time, so you’re never left guessing what to do next. While tapping, you’ll repeat short phrases related to the issue. This keeps your attention focused on the specific problem, which research suggests is part of why EFT can be more effective than tapping with no clear focus at all.

4. Checking In and Going Deeper

After a round of tapping, you’ll pause and reassess your intensity rating. It’s common to notice a shift, sometimes a small one, sometimes a significant one. If the feeling is still strong, you’ll simply continue with another round. It’s also common for a new layer or related memory to surface as the first layer eases. That’s a normal part of the process, not a sign something has gone wrong.

4b. Targeted Meditation

If George thinks it will help, he will guide you to use targeted meditation of OEFT to resolve your issue. You will discover that you will feel peaceful, relaxed, lighter and rejuvenated, but I will expand on OEFT session in another article. Here we must clarify that this tapping sequence is only a brief schematic summary of what EFT is.

There are many more different techniques in EFT and OEFT practice. Doing someone only the aforementioned technique he will have results but this is – according to Gary Craig – only 20% of the power of EFT. For the remaining 80% you need training, intuition and experience, and George has all of them.

5. Closing the Session Gently

Toward the end, George will help bring things to a grounded close rather than ending abruptly mid-emotion. You’ll typically reflect briefly on what came up, how you’re feeling now compared to the start, and whether a follow-up session would be useful.

What You Might Feel During and After the Session

Reactions vary widely from person to person:

Some people feel noticeably calmer or lighter right away.
Some cry, laugh, or have a sudden realization mid-session, which is a normal sign of emotional release.
Some feel only a subtle shift in the moment, with more noticeable change over the following days.

It’s a good idea to avoid scheduling anything intense immediately afterward, so you have space to settle.

Why This Matters Before You Book

Knowing the structure in advance tends to ease a lot of first-session nerves. EFT therapy isn’t about performing it perfectly or having the right words. It’s a guided process, and your practitioner’s role is to walk you through it step by step.

Ready to begin your own journey of healing?

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do before my first online EFT session?

Before your session, simply find a quiet and private space where you feel comfortable, ensure you have a stable internet connection, and think about the issue you’d like to work on. You don’t need prior EFT experience, as George will guide you through the entire process.

What happens during an online EFT session?

An online EFT session begins with a conversation to understand your concerns before any tapping starts. George will help identify the issue, assess its intensity, guide you through EFT tapping and, if appropriate, use Optimal EFT (OEFT) techniques. The session concludes with reflection and grounding to help you leave feeling calm and supported.

Do I need to share every detail of my personal story?

No. You don’t need to have everything organized or reveal every detail immediately. EFT can be effective even if you begin with a general feeling, emotion, or physical symptom. George will guide the session based on what feels most important to address at that moment.

What might I experience during or after an EFT session?

Everyone’s experience is different. Some people feel calmer, lighter, or more relaxed immediately, while others may experience emotional release through tears, laughter, or personal insights. Some notice subtle changes during the session, with greater emotional improvements becoming apparent over the following days.

Why is understanding the EFT session process helpful before booking?

Knowing what to expect can reduce uncertainty and help you feel more comfortable before your first appointment. Understanding each step from the initial conversation to tapping, emotional processing, and session closure allows you to approach the experience with greater confidence and focus on your healing journey.

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