EFT EFT Business & Practice Development 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the primary purpose of obtaining professional liability (malpractice) insurance as an EFT practitioner in the US?
- It is required by all US states before any EFT training can be completed
- It protects the practitioner financially if a client files a claim alleging harm from EFT services (Correct answer)
- It qualifies practitioners for discounted EFT certification renewal fees
- It guarantees that all EFT sessions are legally recognized as medical treatments
Correct answer: It protects the practitioner financially if a client files a claim alleging harm from EFT services
Professional liability insurance covers legal costs and damages if a client claims they were harmed by the practitioner's services.
Question 2: When marketing EFT services to the US public, which claim would be considered a scope of practice violation?
- 'EFT may help reduce stress and anxiety symptoms'
- 'EFT can cure depression and eliminate the need for psychiatric medication' (Correct answer)
- 'EFT is a complementary technique that many clients find helpful for emotional wellness'
- 'Research suggests EFT may reduce PTSD symptoms'
Correct answer: 'EFT can cure depression and eliminate the need for psychiatric medication'
Claiming EFT 'cures' a medical or psychiatric condition violates scope of practice and may constitute unlicensed medical practice.
Question 3: What does a clear, written informed consent document for EFT practice typically include?
- Only the practitioner's fee schedule and cancellation policy
- An explanation of EFT, its benefits and limitations, the client's right to stop at any time, confidentiality terms, and fee information (Correct answer)
- A guarantee of specific outcomes and a description of all acupoints used
- Client demographic information and insurance billing codes
Correct answer: An explanation of EFT, its benefits and limitations, the client's right to stop at any time, confidentiality terms, and fee information
Informed consent ensures clients understand what EFT is, what to expect, the limits of confidentiality, and their rights — enabling truly voluntary participation.
Question 4: Which business structure is most commonly used by solo EFT practitioners in the US to provide some personal liability protection?
- Sole proprietorship with no formal registration
- Limited Liability Company (LLC) (Correct answer)
- S-Corporation with multiple shareholders
- Non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
Correct answer: Limited Liability Company (LLC)
An LLC separates personal assets from business liabilities, providing solo practitioners with legal protection while maintaining tax flexibility.
Question 5: What is the most important consideration when setting session fees as a new EFT practitioner?
- Always charge the maximum possible rate to signal high quality
- Balance local market rates, your experience level, overhead costs, and the need to build a sustainable practice (Correct answer)
- Set fees at the same level as licensed psychotherapists in your area
- Never charge for EFT since it is a complementary technique
Correct answer: Balance local market rates, your experience level, overhead costs, and the need to build a sustainable practice
Sustainable fee-setting considers local market norms, the practitioner's training level, business expenses, and the long-term viability of the practice.
Question 6: Which of the following is an appropriate way for a non-licensed EFT practitioner to describe their services?
- 'I provide psychotherapy using Emotional Freedom Techniques'
- 'I am an EFT coach and wellness practitioner helping clients address stress, limiting beliefs, and emotional challenges' (Correct answer)
- 'I diagnose anxiety and treat PTSD with EFT'
- 'I offer medical EFT treatments covered by most insurance plans'
Correct answer: 'I am an EFT coach and wellness practitioner helping clients address stress, limiting beliefs, and emotional challenges'
Non-licensed practitioners must use coaching or wellness language and avoid terms like 'therapy,' 'diagnose,' or 'treat' that imply licensed clinical practice.
EFT EFT Business & Practice Development 1
What is the primary purpose of obtaining professional liability (malpractice) insurance as an EFT practitioner in the US?