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Dr Peta Stapleton

Dr Peta Stapleton is a Clinical/Health Psychologist, Professor, EFT (Tapping) Trainer and Researcher

I am currently Associate Professor at Bond University, a registered Clinical & Health Psychologist in the State of Queensland, Australia, and an EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) researcher and trainer (see www.evidencebasedeft.com). I am also a certified practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming and Timeline Therapy. I was at Griffith University for 14 years, prior to my appointment at Bond University. I also offer supervision for new and existing Psychologists, including the Clinical and Health Colleges of the Australian Psychological Society. I am regularly consulted for radio, television and print media interviews and have been awarded many honours including the 2019 Psychologist of the Year by the Australian Allied Health Awards. I have had 5 self help books published - see www.petastapleton.com. I am known for conducting world-first randomized clinical trials investigating the effectiveness of EFT (Emotional Freedom Technqiues). We have recently examined brain scans through fMRI trials of the EFT technique. One of our clinical programs is available through http://www.weightmanagementpsychology.com.au/onlinecourses/tappingforweightmanagement/

See https://research.bond.edu.au/en/persons/peta-stapleton/publications/ for all academic publications and www.petastapleton.com for books and programs.

03/01/2026

intentions for the new year ✨

🌿I enter this new year with clarity and intention.
🌿I support my nervous system, my mindset, and my goals in ways that allow change to last.
🌿I choose progress over perfection and trust the process of steady, evidence-based growth.
🌿I allow myself to grow at a pace that is sustainable and supportive.
🌿I build habits and goals that align with how my mind and body work best.

01/01/2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR! ✨

Join me in a couple of rounds of Tapping reflecting on the year that's been and welcoming in the new year 2026!

Most New Year’s resolutions fail not because of lack of willpower, but because change isn’t supported at a deeper, lasting level.

Offering you the 28-Day Mindset Kickstarter bringing together leading experts to guide you through real, sustainable change, using evidence-based psychology, EFT tapping, and habit science.

This program is designed to help your goals actually stick.

Start the year with clarity, confidence, and tools backed by science.

Register here https://programs.glennmackintosh.com/offers/vVubjjfe/checkout!
Keep an eye out for the code TRANSFORM for 25% off ✨

31/12/2025

✨✨✨✨HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! ✨✨✨✨

As we step into this new year, I want to remind you that meaningful change doesn’t come from pressure or perfection, it comes from understanding how our minds and bodies actually respond to stress, emotion, and habit.

This year, I invite you to approach your goals with compassion, curiosity, and evidence-based tools that support lasting change.

When we work with the nervous system rather than against it, transformation becomes both achievable and sustainable.

I look forward to continuing to share research, insights, and practical strategies with you throughout the year.

Here’s to a year of growth, resilience, and wellbeing.

Most New Year’s resolutions fail not because of lack of willpower, but because change isn’t supported at a deeper, lasting level.
Offering you the 28-Day Mindset Kickstarter bringing together leading experts to guide you through real, sustainable change, using evidence-based psychology, EFT tapping, and habit science.

This program is designed to help your goals actually stick.
Start the year with clarity, confidence, and tools backed by science.

Register here https://programs.glennmackintosh.com/.../vVubjjfe/checkout!
Keep an eye out for the code TRANSFORM for 25% off ✨

31/12/2025

PART 3 - 2025 RESEARCH REVIEW 🕵

So much research happening in the EFT space. From 5 year olds to Cancer Patients, to Taekwondo Athletes!

As we close out this year’s review, one message is unmistakably clear:
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) continues to demonstrate robust, measurable outcomes across mental and emotional health.

Across the literature we see:
✔️ Statistically significant reductions in anxiety and depression
✔️ Improvements in emotional regulation and stress physiology
✔️ Growing recognition of EFT as a viable, evidence-based intervention

This body of work continues to position EFT within the evolving landscape of integrative and psychological care, bridging neuroscience, psychology, and the mind-body connection.

🎥 Watch the full 2025 Yearly review here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9u-tyF324c&t=272s

📚 For clinicians, practitioners, and anyone interested in evidence-based wellbeing, this is where the science is heading.

24/12/2025

Wishing you all a very Christmas from myself, the Evidence-based EFT and Tapping in the Classroom team!

Thank you for an incredible year, and we look forward to seeing you in 2026 🎄

24/12/2025

Tap and Breathe 🌿
A gentle reminder to affirm to yourself that...✨

💚 Even though this time of year can bring up stress, expectations, and old patterns, I choose to be kind to myself and support my nervous system.
💚 I acknowledge what this season brings up for me, and I choose to respond with awareness, compassion, and regulation.
💚 I accept myself as I am.

You are enough. Take it slow this holiday season. You are doing your best and that is all that matters.

22/12/2025

🌊 The 4th Wave in Therapy Podcast - SEASON 2 🌊

As innovation continues to reshape the field of mental health, this podcast explores what’s emerging now — and what’s coming next.

Through in-depth conversations with leading researchers, clinicians, and innovators, we dive into approaches that are transforming how we heal, grow, and thrive — bridging science, practice, and the future of care.

If you’re curious about evidence-based therapies, integrative approaches, and the next wave of mental health innovation, this space is for you.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, or Apple Podcasts - https://www.evidencebasedeft.com/podcasts/the-4th-wave-in-therapy?srsltid=AfmBOoqUJxr3KNvjHQ40gPwa4LaCI9hrVzsLR4GeoQtvrzlz7WFv9VKG
📌 Save & share with someone who’s passionate about the future of therapy

21/12/2025

PART 2 - 2025 RESEARCH REVIEW ... The theme of the year was cancer 🕵📃

A major meta-analysis focused on the impact of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) for people with cancer - not as a cure, but as a supportive emotional intervention.

📊 This meta-analysis and systematic review found that EFT was statistically significant in helping to reduce:
• Anxiety symptoms
• Depression symptoms
• Certain aspects of anticipatory grief
• Sleep quality issues

among adults living with cancer based on pooled data from 10 studies, predominantly randomized controlled trials.

💛 Importantly: EFT isn’t presented as a medical treatment for cancer instead, it may offer emotional and psychological support that complements conventional care, especially where fear, grief, and worry are part of the experience.

Zheng, D., et al. (2025). The impact of EFT on anxiety, depression, and anticipatory grief in people with cancer: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Journal of psychosomatic research, 192, 112088. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpsychores.2025.112088

🎥 Watch the video for the full breakdown and context, and swipe through for key research highlights - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9u-tyF324c&t=272s

👇 Save & share if you find this helpful!

18/12/2025

🧠✨ Longevity is happening on mass.
And according to Marcus Pearce, it’s both a crisis and an opportunity.

In this bite from Season 2 of the 4th Wave in Therapy Podcast, Marcus shares a powerful reminder:
It’s no longer just about how long we live, it’s about HOW we want to live.

As life expectancy increases, the real question becomes:
Are we investing in vitality, meaning, and nervous-system health, or just surviving longer?

This conversation opens a deeper reflection on purpose, lifestyle, mindset, and what it truly means to age well in the modern world.

🎧 Watch the full episode to explore:
• Why longevity is a global turning point
• How purpose and psychology shape lifespan
• What “living well” actually looks like beyond the numbers

Listen on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Podcast
https://www.evidencebasedeft.com/podcasts/the-4th-wave-in-therapy/episodes/2149090563
💬 Share this with someone who cares about living well, not just living longer.

16/12/2025

PART 1 - 2025 Research Review for EFT

We actually found 24 research articles that were released! 🕵️📃

In this short part series, I'll break down the main highlights of the research articles released in 2025 and what it means for the area of Emotional Freedom Techniques.

You can watch the full video now on my YouTube channel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9u-tyF324c&t=269s

Let me know your favourite or most interesting research article! ✨

14/12/2025

If you’re someone who lives with chronic illness, fatigue, pain, autoimmune symptoms, mast cell activation, flare-ups, or nervous system overwhelm, you’ll know how challenging it is to navigate symptoms while also trying to stay hopeful and functional.

I wanted to share a gentle support option created by our very own EBEFT Mentor Lisa Gumieniuk, designed specifically for people living with ongoing or complex chronic symptoms.

Lisa works with many individuals who have tried numerous approaches, such as diet changes, supplements, pacing, protocols, brain retraining, or even tapping on their own, yet still feel stuck in symptom loops, fear of flare-ups, or uncertainty about what their body needs. Her focus is on helping people regulate their nervous system, reduce fear, and create more stability through consistent, practitioner and group led tapping.

This may be for you if you often feel overwhelmed by symptoms, wake unrefreshed no matter what you try, experience pain or inflammation, struggle with sleep or gut issues, live with fatigue or anxiety, or have autoimmune or chronic conditions that flare unpredictably. It’s also supportive if you find it hard to tap on your own or want a steadier rhythm of guidance to help your body find a calmer baseline.
She is launching an EFT Tapping into Health Membership, where you’ll have access to fortnightly live tapping circles, an on-demand library of guided sessions and scripts for chronic pain, fatigue, fear, anxiety, inflammation, gut issues, and sleep, and a foundations series to help you tap safely and confidently, especially on difficult days. The space is gentle, trauma-informed, and designed to support neuroplasticity and the body’s natural healing mechanisms.

It complements the healing path you may already be on and can sit alongside your existing approaches and modalities.

The membership launches January 1st, 2026, with the first live tapping circle beginning on January 6th.

Joining the waitlist now means you’ll be the first to access founding member spots and introductory pricing.

This could even make a meaningful Christmas or birthday gift for yourself or someone you know who is navigating chronic symptoms and could benefit from regular support.

Join the waitlist here: https://learn.lisagumieniuk.com/EFTtapping

11/12/2025

The holidays can bring joy AND a whole lot of nervous system activation.

Food anxiety, money stress, family dynamics, end-of-year pressure… it’s a lot.

The good news? Your body has a way to self-regulate.
EFT Tapping has been shown in clinical research to reduce cortisol, calm the amygdala, and help the brain process emotional load more gently.

Inside this carousel, you’ll find quick tapping set-ups for the four biggest holiday triggers:
✨ Food anxiety
✨ Year-end stress
✨ Money pressure
✨ Gratitude + regulation

Take a breath, tap through, and notice what shifts.

🎁 Want deeper support?
Download my Free Tapping Guide - simple steps and scripts you can use every day.
https://www.evidencebasedeft.com/the-ultimate-tapping-guide

Have a safe and regulated holiday season! 🎄🎅
and remember to stay PRESENT 🎁 for there is no greater gift than now...

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