The recent bombing in Beirut left many dead, injured, and traumatized. The after-effects of this kind of event can be far-reaching and long-lasting. Sharing TFT’s trauma relief tapping sequences can begin the healing process and dramatically improve the quality of life of all those affected.
Our TFT Algorithm and Diagnostic level trainer, Abeer AlOsaimi, from her healing center, Nafas Center, in Kuwait has done just that, begun the healing process for so many. They provided TFT algorithm trainings for nearly 800 Lebanese professionals in conjunction with the Organized Psychological Support Campaign “Nehna Haddak” in Lebanon. These professionals are in turn starting to heal their communities.
I am amazed at the case studies being submitted for their certification process. They are helping fear, anger, panic, PTSD from the bombing for so many victims. Some of the victims are still in the hospital, others are living in the community, without homes or family.
Below is an example of the difference the simple TFT trauma algorithm can make in the lives of those who have suffered trauma. Mireille Youssef, Clinical psychologist, gave me permission to share her cases. We sincerely hope that this will help inspire others to share these healing tools.
The following three cases have faced consequences after the Beirut explosion. They accepted to undergo TFT sessions to help them overcome their problem.
Case 1:
Case introduction:
| Gender: | Female |
| Age: | 28 years |
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Occupation: | Teacher |
Problem Summary:
After the explosion, this woman found herself thinking repeatedly about the incident and its consequences on the people there. She is feeling very anxious about what is going to happen next and if there is going to be more explosions. She is worried about her family members. She is not sleeping well, she is constantly thinking about the future and she is having nightmares.
Procedures Briefing:
Therapist: Please think about the incident that bothered you or the problem Therapist: What are you feeling?
Case 1: I am very worried and I feel fear of what may happen in the future Therapist: Where in your body are you feeling this emotion?
Case 1: head
Therapist: Please indicate on a scale from 0 to 10 the amplitude of your feeling Case 1: 10
Therapist: Please continue thinking about the problem while tapping on the following spots as I am doing.
TFT Protocol for case 1:
- Tap the majors: eb – e – a – cb
(Eyebrow, Under Eye, Under Arm, Collarbone) (10 taps on each point) - Asking about the distress level (SUD): equal to 9
- Do the reversal correction: having the client tap side of hand about 15 times while focusing on the problem, and then repeat the majors (eb-e-a-cb).
- SUD at this level = 7
- Do the 9g (9 Gamut Sequence)
- Repeat the majors again: eb – e – a – cb
- SUD rating = 4
- Mini psychological reversal correction (tap side of hand 15 times) while focusing on what’s left of the problem and then repeat the entire treatment (eb-e-a-cb, then: 9 gamut, then: eb-e-a-cb).
- SUD at this level = 0
- At the end of the treatment: Do Floor to Ceiling Eye Roll while tapping the gamut spot and counting from 1 to
Case 2:
Case introduction:
| Gender: | Male |
| Age: | 8 years |
Problem Summary:
This boy is showing fear of returning home or sleeping at home after Beirut’s explosion. His house had minor damages during the explosion and it is now fixed. However, the mother says he is afraid of staying at home and he is scared of re-experiencing the same situation again.
Procedures Briefing:
Therapist: Please think about the incident that bothered you. What are you feeling?
Case 2: I am very scared
Therapist: Please indicate on a scale from 0 to 10 the amplitude of your feeling Case 2: 10
Therapist: Please continue thinking about the problem while tapping on the following spots as I am doing.
TFT Protocol for case 2:
- Tap the majors: eb – e – a – cb
(Eyebrow, Under Eye, Under Arm, Collarbone) (10 taps on each point) - SUD at this level = 7
- Do the 9g (9 Gamut Sequence)
- Repeat the majors again: eb – e – a – cb
- SUD at this level = 3
- Mini psychological reversal correction (tap side of hand 15 times) while focusing on what’s left of the problem and then repeat the entire treatment (eb-e-a-cb, then: 9 gamut, then: eb-e-a-cb).
- SUD at this level = 0
- At the end of the treatment: Do The Floor to Ceiling Eye Roll while tapping the gamut spot and counting from 1 to
Case 3:
Case introduction:
| Gender: | Female |
| Age: | 10 years |
Problem Summary:
This girl cries every time she hears someone talking about the explosion. Her grandmother lived in the area affected by the explosion and had minor bruises while her house was partially damaged. In addition, the girl is showing anger against the persons that caused that explosion; she shouts when telling the story of the ruined neighborhood and the story of what happened to her grandmother.
Procedures Briefing:
Therapist: Please think about the incident that bothered you. What are you feeling?
Case 2: I don’t feel ok, I am scared, sad and angry.
Therapist: Please indicate on a scale from 0 to 10 the amplitude of your feeling Case 2: 9
Therapist: Please continue thinking about the problem while tapping on the following spots as I am doing.
TFT Protocol for case 2:
- Tap the majors: eb – e – a – cb – tf – cb
(Eyebrow, Under Eye, Under Arm, Collarbone, Tiny finger, Collarbone)
(10 taps on each point) - SUD at this level = 6
- Do the 9g (9 Gamut Sequence)
- Repeat the majors again: eb – e – a – cb – tf – cb
- SUD at this level = 0
- At the end of the treatment: Do The Floor to Ceiling Eye Roll while tapping the gamut spot and counting from 1 to
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