Julie Banks, B.S., EFTI Accredited Certified Advanced EFT Practitioner
For years, I struggled with anxiety, low self-esteem, and a deep sense of isolation. I turned to an eating disorder and substance use as ways to numb myself and avoid my feelings, but these choices only deepened my shame and kept me locked in a cycle of addiction. After exploring several healing modalities and experiencing some growth, it wasn’t until I found EFT that I truly learned how to hold space for my emotions rather than push them away. Through this powerful tool, I discovered a way to soothe myself without relying on harmful behaviors, opening a doorway to healing and revealing a purpose and inner strength I hadn’t known before.
Now, I’m passionate about helping others who feel stuck and are ready to move forward. Whether you're just beginning your healing journey or have been on this path for some time, I’m here to guide you toward a new experience of calm and resilience. Through our work with EFT, you’ll notice the intensity of your emotions ease, bringing relief to both mind and body. Gradually, you'll begin to experience a new sense of safety, strength, and possibility.
My approach to EFT is simple: I meet you exactly where you are, creating a space for you to speak your truth and explore what’s real for you. Honoring your experience in this way builds trust—both in yourself and in the healing process. From there, the issues troubling you can begin to shift, empowering you to start living the life you want.
I understand that, in the depths of trauma and emotional turmoil, imagining a better future can feel overwhelming. As we "tap" into your present experience, the hold of emotional distress begins to loosen. Through EFT, I’ve witnessed profound transformations in both my clients and myself. These shifts expand your reality, helping you step confidently into a life filled with passion and purpose. Feeling better and moving forward in the way you desire is achievable, and it all starts by honoring what’s true for you right now.
Whether you're ready to take the first step or continue on your healing journey, I’d be honored to support you.
Now, I’m passionate about helping others who feel stuck and are ready to move forward. Whether you're just beginning your healing journey or have been on this path for some time, I’m here to guide you toward a new experience of calm and resilience. Through our work with EFT, you’ll notice the intensity of your emotions ease, bringing relief to both mind and body. Gradually, you'll begin to experience a new sense of safety, strength, and possibility.
My approach to EFT is simple: I meet you exactly where you are, creating a space for you to speak your truth and explore what’s real for you. Honoring your experience in this way builds trust—both in yourself and in the healing process. From there, the issues troubling you can begin to shift, empowering you to start living the life you want.
I understand that, in the depths of trauma and emotional turmoil, imagining a better future can feel overwhelming. As we "tap" into your present experience, the hold of emotional distress begins to loosen. Through EFT, I’ve witnessed profound transformations in both my clients and myself. These shifts expand your reality, helping you step confidently into a life filled with passion and purpose. Feeling better and moving forward in the way you desire is achievable, and it all starts by honoring what’s true for you right now.
Whether you're ready to take the first step or continue on your healing journey, I’d be honored to support you.
Julie's Professional Background
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I am an Accredited Certified Advanced EFT Practitioner and Supervising Mentor through EFT International. In 2011, I pioneered the use of EFT at Backus Hospital's acute psychiatric unit in Norwich, Connecticut. I assisted patients in self-soothing and calming any emotional dysregulation that often affects those in an acute psychiatric setting. In January 2013, I was privileged to join Nick Ortner and Dr. Lori Leyden as one of the EFT practitioners for The Tapping Solution Foundation's Stress and Trauma Relief Project for Newtown. This opportunity included an intensive, year-long training in trauma relief and resiliency, which deepened my own healing journey and strengthened my capacity to hold a safe, supportive space for others. Our team became the first emotional rapid response unit in the U.S. to use EFT with those affected by the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy. Additionally, I provided EFT mentoring and supervision to licensed mental health professionals working in Newtown, helping them build confidence and proficiency in using EFT for trauma. In March 2018, Dr. Leyden invited me to join her in Parkland, Florida, where I offered EFT sessions to survivors, educators, community leaders, and families impacted by the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. During this time, we also conducted a masterclass series for over 100 licensed mental health professionals, equipping them with the skills to apply EFT effectively in treating trauma. One might assume that working in Sandy Hook and Parkland would be heartbreaking. Instead, this work has opened my heart to the profound healing potential of the human spirit. These experiences revealed to me that with love, commitment, and the right resources, like EFT, individuals and communities can heal and move forward. If you are seeking support to move beyond pain, I am here to help. Together, we can explore how EFT can empower you on your journey. |
Julie Tapping with EFT Level 1 Participants - Sandy Hook, CT
Children Services Council
EFT for Trauma Masterclass
Parkland, FL
Parkland Grace Angels
EFT for Trauma Masterclass
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