Gabrielle Rutten, M.D. - International Trainer, Author, And The Appointed Successor To EFT Founder Gary Craig

Gabrielle Rutten, M.D. - International Trainer, Author, And The Appointed Successor To EFT Founder Gary Craig

Author: Timothy J. Hayes, Psy.D. June 30, 2026 Duration: 50:33

Are you ready to stop managing your stress and start dissolving it? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Gabrielle Rutten—a medical doctor, author, and the appointed successor to EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) founder Gary Craig.


Join us as we explore the evolution of EFT, moving from the "gold standard" of physical tapping to the  profound, spiritual integration of "Optimal EFT" and the Unseen Therapist. Dr. Rutten shares how to break free from the "garbage" of conditioned thought patterns, sever the link between daily triggers and your sympathetic stress response, and finally step out of the prison of your own mind.


Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or completely new to energy healing, this conversation offers a bridge between science and soul, proving that true healing is about far more than just treating symptoms—it's about reclaiming your personal peace.


What you’ll learn in this episode:

  • The Evolution of EFT: How Gary Craig’s vision expanded from physical tapping to meditation and spiritual connection.
  • Breaking the Loop: Why simply "understanding" your stress isn't enough to stop it, and how to decondition your amygdala.
  • Non-Local Consciousness: Challenging the medical model that says your brain creates your reality.
  • The Power of Forgiveness: Why self-forgiveness is the ultimate tool for personal and world peace.


Tune in to discover how you can rewrite your internal narrative and tap into a life of greater balance and emotional freedom. 


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