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
A trusting therapist-client relationship empowers my clients to manage challenging life situations and align their values, goals, and vision with their lives. Therapy is interactive, and I provide challenges along with a unique understanding of each person's individual life and struggles. I believe in each client's individuality and therefore, do not stick with one theory or technique. Therapy ...
With thirty years experience with children, adolescents & adults in hospitals, outpatient, group homes, jails, schools, shelters, MAT, & many court ordered assessments, I specialize in treating substance abuse, dual diagnosis, women, children from DV, & teens with difficult family issues. Using a variety of theoretical approaches & therapies, I focus on individualizing treatment goals to meet...
I'm both an LPC and LMFT who enjoys helping people of all ages and stages including children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. The goal of my therapy is build trust and a working alliance so together we process unresolved issues and replace present behaviors, emotions and thoughts causing distress with more effective coping and ways of being that empower you to live the life you've...
Caitlin is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Board Certified Counselor. She earned her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Shippensburg and her Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Behavioral Science from Penn State University. Caitlin works with adults, young adults, and children ages 12 and up. Her areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, stress management, and LGBT...
Children face their own dilemmas. Which can make them feel overwhelmed, frustrated, impulsive, or anxious and act out. I use a child's natural language of play to explore these feelings with them and their families. I believe that the best therapy and care comes from a safe, trusting and nurturing environment and relationship. I am here to help your child and family learn to heal from traumatic...
My passion is working with individuals who are struggling with addiction, trauma, relationships, and attachment. I believe that it is every person's goal to feel more connected and attached to people in their life. I am currently licensed in the state of Colorado as a LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and as a LAC (Licensed Addiction Counselor) as well. I am also trained in EMDR (Eye Moveme...
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with advanced training and experience working with couples and families, my goal is to work with you in developing a deeper understanding of who you are and support you through the journey. My passion and specialty is working with individuals & partners struggling with relationship issues, intimacy, and sexual issues. Are you doubting yourself, a partner's...
I strive to provide a supportive environment where you are able to work through your challenges and move forward towards achieving your goals. I work with individuals, couples and families who are seeking help with relationship issues as well as individual concerns, family conflicts and life transitions. I work from a holistic approach in order to address the root of the issues that are affecti...
We as humans tend to get stuck in unhealthy cycles, and have a difficult time seeing a way out. Many of us want to get unstuck, but struggle to see how. There also tends to be a lack of motivation, because at a certain point we have tried so many times and failed. We wonder if it's worth it to keep trying. These unhealthy cycles may cause depression, anxiety, alcohol dependency, relational or...
Client focused and humanistic practice committed to development, personal growth, and self determination in a rapidly evolving world. Can accommodate most client's needs in a timely manner. Most insurances accepted....
RELATIONSHIP SPECIALIST: Cheating and infidelity, fighting and arguing, intimacy concerns as well as all aspects of sexuality, communication issues…I can help. Once I have a thorough understanding of you and your relationship, I’ll put a plan in writing. We’ll then work that plan to get your relationship back to where you want it to be. Scheduling is simple. Our phone is answered 7 days a week....
"What you seek is seeking you" -Rumi I believe our experiences from a young age are directly related to how we perceive ourselves and the world around us. I assist clients in taking a look at their past as well as the present- while working together to create new corrective experiences. Your time, efforts and story are honored. I strive to create and hold a welcoming space for clients throughou...
Living with anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed, distracted and hypervigilent in your daily activities? This doesn’t need to become a way of life. What if there was a way to reduce chronic symptoms, have a greater understanding of yourself, improve your relationships and live life more fully? What would life be like if you were fully living and using your strengths and abilities to realize...
I am a native New Yorker with a lot of experience working with people from various backgrounds and ethnicities. Deciding what to do about: a troubled child, aging/ailing loved one, workplace challenges, relationship issues, or personal struggles can be draining, complicated, and discouraging. My emergency room/crisis work history has given me special skills to help with sudden life changes as w...
I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples and helping people find true self-worth and hope a midst a variety of different life challenges. I take a person-centered approach and look to design techniques that best fit with your personality and greatest needs. I am inspired by your potential and willingness to commit to creating change. Although major life transitions can bring up...
