# The Tapping Solution

> The Tapping Solution is a health and wellness company that popularized EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) Tapping, a science-backed mind-body practice combining acupressure with cognitive techniques. Founded by siblings Nick, Alex, and Jessica Ortner, the company offers a mobile app with 1000+ guided Tapping meditations, bestselling books, and free educational resources, with 32M+ completed app sessions and 18M+ measured outcomes across 190+ countries on topics like anxiety, stress, sleep, pain, and emotional wellbeing.

Tapping (EFT) works by stimulating specific acupressure points on the face and body while focusing on an emotional or physical issue. With 400+ published studies, including nearly 100 randomized controlled trials, the research on Tapping suggests it reduces cortisol by up to 43% (Stapleton et al, 2020) and self-rated anxiety by 44% (Church & Stapleton, 2020, JMIR Mental Health, N=270,461), calms the amygdala (the brain's stress alarm), and shifts the nervous system toward parasympathetic activation. It is effectively used for anxiety, stress, sleep issues, chronic pain, depression, PTSD, weight management, and emotional healing.

The Tapping Solution App is available on iOS, Android, and web. It offers a free tier with introductory content and a premium subscription for full access to all guided sessions, multi-day challenges, and programs.

## Getting Started

- [How Tapping Works](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/how-tapping-works.php): An introduction to the mechanisms behind the Tapping technique
- [Tapping 101](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/tapping-101.php): Beginner's introduction to EFT tapping fundamentals, including the 9 Tapping points
- [App Overview](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/app-overview.php): Features, content library, and subscription details for The Tapping Solution App
- [FAQ](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/faq.php): Common questions about Tapping, the app, subscriptions, and the science

## The Science

- [Science Hub](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/): Overview of the research behind EFT Tapping
- [Cortisol Research](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/cortisol.php): Studies showing Tapping reduces cortisol (the stress hormone) by up to 43%
- [Amygdala & Brain Science](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/amygdala.php): How Tapping calms the brain's threat detection system
- [Anxiety Research](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/anxiety.php): Clinical evidence for Tapping's effectiveness with anxiety
- [Sleep Research](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/sleep.php): Studies on Tapping for improved sleep
- [Pain Research](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/pain.php): Evidence for Tapping as a complementary approach to pain management
- [Depression Research](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/depression.php): Research on Tapping for depressive symptoms
- [PTSD Research](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/ptsd.php): Clinical studies on Tapping for post-traumatic stress
- [Polyvagal Theory](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/polyvagal.php): How Tapping engages the vagus nerve and shifts nervous system states
- [Memory Reconsolidation](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/science/memory.php): The neuroscience of how Tapping can update emotional memories

## What Tapping Helps With

- [Results & Use Cases](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/): Overview of conditions and goals people use Tapping for
- [Anxiety & Stress](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/anxiety.php): How Tapping helps with generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, health anxiety, and performance anxiety
- [Sleep](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/sleep.php): Using Tapping for insomnia, racing mind at night, and sleep quality
- [Pain Relief](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/pain.php): Tapping for chronic pain, back pain, migraines, fibromyalgia, arthritis, and neck/shoulder tension
- [Depression](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/depression.php): How Tapping supports people experiencing depression and low mood
- [Stress](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/stress.php): Tapping for workplace stress, caregiver stress, and general overwhelm
- [Trauma & PTSD](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/trauma.php): Tapping for trauma processing, childhood trauma, PTSD, and shock
- [Weight & Body Image](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/weight.php): Addressing emotional eating, cravings, body image, and fasting support
- [Relationships](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/relationships.php): Tapping for relationship challenges, breakups, divorce, dating, and family dynamics
- [Fear & Phobias](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/fear.php): Tapping for specific fears including flying, public speaking, heights, needles, and more
- [Grief](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/grief.php): Using Tapping to process grief and loss
- [Confidence & Self-Worth](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/confidence.php): Building self-esteem and overcoming self-criticism with Tapping
- [Motivation & Productivity](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/motivation.php): Tapping for procrastination, focus, and drive
- [Abundance & Money](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/abundance.php): Shifting limiting beliefs around money and success with Tapping
- [Women's Health](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/womens-health.php): Tapping for fertility, menopause, menstrual issues, IVF support, and pregnancy
- [Kids & Parents](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/kids-and-parents.php): Tapping resources specifically designed for children and families
- [Skeptics](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/results/skeptics.php): Evidence and real stories for those new to or skeptical about Tapping

## Books

- [REWIRED: The Breakthrough Tapping Method to Stop Overthinking, Calm Your Body, and Finally Feel at Ease](https://rewired.thetappingsolution.com/): New York Times Bestseller (2026) by Nick, Alex & Jessica Ortner. A comprehensive guide to using Tapping and the 3-step REWIRED method to overcome old patterns and rewire your brain for calm, confidence, and emotional freedom. Available at all major retailers.
- [The Tapping Solution Store](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/store.php): All other books and products by The Tapping Solution, including The Tapping Solution, The Tapping Solution for Pain Relief, Manifesting Your Greatest Self, The Tapping Solution for Weight Loss and Body Confidence, and more.

## About

- [About The Tapping Solution](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/about.php): Company background, founding story, and the Ortner family's mission
- [The Tapping Solution Documentary](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/documentary.php): The original film that introduced millions to Tapping
- [Press](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/press.php): Media coverage and press resources
- [The Tapping Solution Podcast](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/tapping-podcast/): Podcast episodes on Tapping, healing, and personal growth
- [Blog](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/blog/): Articles on Tapping techniques, science updates, inspiration and insights, and wellness tips
- [Real Stories](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/stories/): Nick Ortner's reader Q&A column, with custom Tapping sequences written in response to real questions from real people.
- [The Tapping Solution Foundation](https://www.tappingsolutionfoundation.org/): Nonprofit bringing free EFT Tapping resources to schools, educators, veterans, and disaster-relief and underserved communities, including free educator guides, lesson plans, and classroom materials.
- [Tapping World Summit](https://summit.tappingworldsummit.com): The Tapping Solution's free annual 10-day virtual event, hosted by Jessica Ortner and featuring 20+ leading EFT experts presenting on anxiety, sleep, pain, abundance, trauma, relationships, and more.

## Support & Access

- [Open The App](https://app.thetappingsolution.com/): Launch The Tapping Solution App (web version) or download on iOS/Android from the app store
- [Support Center](https://support.thetappingsolution.com/): Help with accounts, subscriptions, technical issues, and frequently asked questions
- [Contact](mailto:contact@thetappingsolution.com): Email support for general inquiries

## Optional

- [Privacy Policy](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/privacy-policy.php): Data handling and privacy practices
- [Product User Agreement](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/product-user-agreement.php): Terms of use for The Tapping Solution products
- [Disclaimer](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/disclaimer.php): Health and medical disclaimer
- [Refund Policy](https://www.thetappingsolution.com/refund-policy.php): Refund and cancellation policies