THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES

Emotion Focused Therapy

Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) is rooted in the science of adult attachment, a research-based developmental theory of personality and intimate relationships. Attachment theory and science views human beings as innately relational, social and “programmed” for intimate bonding with important others.  EFT examines people’s emotions and their ability to regulate their emotions as central to their individual experience and how they interact in their relationships.

 

Emotion focused therapy can benefit couples who are struggling with conflict, distress, and poor communication. While often used in couples therapy, EFT can also be helpful in individual therapy and family therapy.

With individuals, this approach can help people improve emotion-related problems. It can also help family members form more secure bonds with one another. 

The couples who may benefit from EFT include those where one or both partners have:

  • Addiction

  • Depressions

  • Chronic illness

  • Post-traumatic Stress (PTSD)

Therapeutic Modalities