Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a short-term approach to counseling most often used for couples, but it also works with families and individuals. EFT emphasizes developing a stronger bond between two or more people. It examines interactions and how each individual contributes to undesirable behaviors that negatively affect their emotional bond.
EFT’s goal is to reduce distress and negative patterns in the relationship so people can grow closer and rebuild trust, love, and intimacy.
There are three distinct stages in Emotionally Focused Therapy:
De-Escalation – The therapist has people slow down their conversations and interactions to examine patterns in this stage. Is one person not expressing their emotions? Is one person avoidant? Is one person quick to anger? Your EFT therapist will hone in on these specific exchanges to help you understand what interaction and communication patterns lead to hurt feelings and disconnection.
Changing Interaction Patterns – This stage involves encouraging each person to communicate their feelings and needs. Your therapist will help you express empathy, even during tense interactions.
Consolidation – In this stage, you practice the skills you learned during counseling. This stage aims to integrate more desirable communication patterns in EFT sessions and real life.
Anyone interested in improving their interactions with loved ones could benefit from EFT.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Emotionally Focused Therapy
My name is Julie Campana and I am a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor. I have been working in the field since 2017, while also continuing my work in the public school system. My mental health background ranges from inpatient hospital work, grief and loss counseling, to children and family counseling. Recently, I have moved to working as a therapist fulltime as I realized the tremend...
You're a couple who feels 'out of touch', parent who needs support with improving your relationship with your child, or perhaps you yourself are worried about work/family/life in general. Regardless of the issue, you're on this site to find someone who can help with YOUR specific issue! I offer 20 minute complimentary initial discovery phone sessions to connect and see if we'd be a good fit to...
If you're hurting right now that doesn't mean something is wrong with you. Many people who work with me learn that the behaviors they want to overcome are normal responses to life’s challenges. That doesn’t mean that you need to get used to sleepless nights, racing thoughts, panic attacks, or depressive episodes. I’ll help you make sense of why you are responding in these ways and together we’l...
You have taken the first step in seeking help for yourself, a family member, or a friend! Although first steps are often difficult, they are necessary, and often lead us in a direction we had hoped for, but never thought possible. My passion is to help others see that change is possible, one step at a time. There is a better way, and that way can lead us to a better life. Are you frustrated wit...
Focus and goal of therapy is to improve quality of life, champion the moment, and increase joy whether that is finding effective coping strategies for present day stressors or recovering from past trauma experiences. Through a therapeutic relationship, we will identify personal strengths that will help facilitate change. Trauma Art Narrative Therapy (TANT) and Eye Movement Desensitization...
I provide a safe, supportive and healing therapeutic space for teens, young adults, families and seniors who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, challenging life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, or addictions, to begin processing and gaining insight and skills to better navigate these challenges. I believe you are the expert in your own life and I am simply here to guide you along your...
It takes a lot of courage to be vulnerable in the face of all the issues life throws our way. Sometimes these issues seem out of our control and impossible to resolve. These hardships force us to neglect our emotions, resulting in depression, anxiety, anger and more. Therapy brings healing and provides an outlet for you to express your feelings, work out problems in a healthy way and learn meth...
Do you feel like your family is struggling? Do you feel overwhelmed by your relationships or family life? Are you battling with your children’s challenging behaviors in school and/or at home? Individual and family therapy can provide you and your family members with a safe space to discuss and work through conflicts, learn skills to interact with others more successfully and improve your emotio...
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any...
We all experience difficult challenges and transitions which can cause painful feelings and disrupt our lives. My goal is provide a safe, supportive, collaborative, and professional relationship to help you navigate these challenges. My focus is on helping client’s explore themselves, gain insight, and ultimately make changes that align with their unique goals. Whether you are looking to improv...
My life's work has been about assisting others to find sustainable motivation for change. Whether one is dealing with habit change, relationship/family issues, chronic illness, identity, workplace resolution, or trauma recovery, an intention that becomes realized can mean a life free of out-dated ways of thinking about oneself and others. Clients often want tools to practice, hoping that they...
With so much going on in the world currently, it is only natural that you might be feeling stressed, overwhelmed and uncertain during these difficult times. Current stressors can sometimes trigger us to re-experience past events that we find unpleasant, or increase already present anxiety and depression issues. I am her to assist you and support you. My style is empathetic, understanding,...
As a client-centered therapist, my clients’ goals are my goals. Together we will find creative solutions to the challenges in your life and move you toward living life to its fullest and happiest. I consider this walk alongside my clients an honor as we learn and grow together. I am open-minded, caring, creative, and dedicated to helping you achieve your family’s goals. I most enjoy working wit...
I am currently accepting new clients through Telehealth. The most courageous step in starting a journey of change is asking someone for help. My goal is to help individuals heal and feel equipped to develop the tools they need to create a more empowered life. My approach to counseling is collaborative, non-judgmental, and supportive in order to create a healthy space where an individual, couple...
I am a Licensed Behavioral Specialist and Licensed Professional Counselor. My treatment philosophy is to create a safe environment for individuals, couples and families to come in and feel comfortable to begin the process of self-discovery and growth. My interests and specializations include; addiction treatment, autism, depression, bi-polar, anxiety and schizophrenia. I have experience as a...
