Emotionally Focused Counselling in Abbotsford, VIC

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Sherena Ismail
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Sherena is trained in a number of evidenced-based therapies: •CBT •MBSR •DBT (intensively trained) •CPT (provider status) •EFT (Level 2 trained) •Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Level 2 trained).
Sherena studied at The University of Melbourne. She is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and Board-approved Supervisor. She has worked extensively in the public & private settings with individuals experiencing: •Mood, Anxiety, Trauma & stressor-related & Personality disorders •Acquired brain injuries •Pain management, Relationship, Grief, Cross cultural & Lifestyle adjustment issues. She has special interest in BPD, trauma-focused work, and couple therapy.
Sherena is trained in a number of evidenced-based therapies: •CBT •MBSR •DBT (intensively trained) •CPT (provider status) •EFT (Level 2 trained) •Gottman Method Couples Therapy (Level 2 trained).
Sherena studied at The University of Melbourne. She is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and Board-approved Supervisor. She has worked extensively in the public & private settings with individuals experiencing: •Mood, Anxiety, Trauma & stressor-related & Personality disorders •Acquired brain injuries •Pain management, Relationship, Grief, Cross cultural & Lifestyle adjustment issues. She has special interest in BPD, trauma-focused work, and couple therapy.
(03) 7003 2414 View (03) 7003 2414
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Maria Light
Psychologist, MPsych, MACPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
I am a clinical psychologist currently working in private practice. I work with children, adolescents and adults experiencing a range of difficulties including anxiety, trauma, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, social anxiety and personality disorders. My therapeutic approach is informed by attachment theory, family systems theory, emotion focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). I have previously worked in school settings and I have also facilitated therapy groups for social anxiety disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.
I am a clinical psychologist currently working in private practice. I work with children, adolescents and adults experiencing a range of difficulties including anxiety, trauma, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, social anxiety and personality disorders. My therapeutic approach is informed by attachment theory, family systems theory, emotion focused therapy (EFT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). I have previously worked in school settings and I have also facilitated therapy groups for social anxiety disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.
(02) 4504 0104 View (02) 4504 0104
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Meg Wilson
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
I'm a poly-friendly relationship specialist with over 10 years of experience working with adults in clinical settings and private practice. My qualifications include emotionally-focused therapy, person-centred therapy, art therapy and dialectical behavioural therapy, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and MDMA-assisted psychotherapy. I am the founder and lead therapist of Unison Mental Health where we have a special focus on issues relating to polyamory, non-monogamy, open relationships, LGBTQIA+ communities and harm-reduction integration support for altered states.
I'm a poly-friendly relationship specialist with over 10 years of experience working with adults in clinical settings and private practice. My qualifications include emotionally-focused therapy, person-centred therapy, art therapy and dialectical behavioural therapy, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and MDMA-assisted psychotherapy. I am the founder and lead therapist of Unison Mental Health where we have a special focus on issues relating to polyamory, non-monogamy, open relationships, LGBTQIA+ communities and harm-reduction integration support for altered states.
0480 706 922 View 0480 706 922
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Lisa Winther
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Hello there! I'm an experienced counselling psychologist and registered supervisor, dedicated to helping individuals find their path and unlock new possibilities through therapeutic engagement and evidence-informed techniques. I'm really passionate about emotionally focused therapies. Why? Because I've seen how exploring emotional patterns can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and others, paving the way for tackling life's hurdles with greater clarity and resilience.
Hello there! I'm an experienced counselling psychologist and registered supervisor, dedicated to helping individuals find their path and unlock new possibilities through therapeutic engagement and evidence-informed techniques. I'm really passionate about emotionally focused therapies. Why? Because I've seen how exploring emotional patterns can lead to a deeper understanding of oneself and others, paving the way for tackling life's hurdles with greater clarity and resilience.
(03) 7003 2135 View (03) 7003 2135
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Tas Manolopoulos
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Private Practice since 2011. My aim is to create spaces of trust for clients to explore the intricacy of their own lives, to identify the fullness and complexity of their experience, to come to terms with themselves, and to release behaviour which no longer serves them. My work is Humanistic, Person Centred and Emotion Focused, and I use the integrative approaches of my training as entry points for us to language, feel, and honour, all that we carry deeply within us.
I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist in Private Practice since 2011. My aim is to create spaces of trust for clients to explore the intricacy of their own lives, to identify the fullness and complexity of their experience, to come to terms with themselves, and to release behaviour which no longer serves them. My work is Humanistic, Person Centred and Emotion Focused, and I use the integrative approaches of my training as entry points for us to language, feel, and honour, all that we carry deeply within us.
(03) 7003 2801 View (03) 7003 2801
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Virginia Golding
Psychotherapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
I have over 20 years’ experience as psychotherapist, working with Individuals, couples and teens, and in corporate and organisational coaching and psychology. I am also a Clinical Supervisor. I hope to support clients to develop greater self awareness and the practical strategies and tools to create positive changes and to better deal with individual, relationship and life challenges. I have training in EMDR modality, Somatic Experiencing, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems and Attachment based therapy and Strengths based and Positive Psychology.
I have over 20 years’ experience as psychotherapist, working with Individuals, couples and teens, and in corporate and organisational coaching and psychology. I am also a Clinical Supervisor. I hope to support clients to develop greater self awareness and the practical strategies and tools to create positive changes and to better deal with individual, relationship and life challenges. I have training in EMDR modality, Somatic Experiencing, Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems and Attachment based therapy and Strengths based and Positive Psychology.
(03) 7003 2568 View (03) 7003 2568
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Matthew Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Caring & non-judgemental counselling for LGBTQIA+ folk. You may have been feeling bad about yourself and have noticed that you have been acting in inauthentic ways. Perhaps you are worried others won’t accept the real you. It’s been difficult to share your self-critical thoughts with others. I help LGBTQIA+ folk with a non-Judgmental and caring space to explore and better understand and process their distress.
Caring & non-judgemental counselling for LGBTQIA+ folk. You may have been feeling bad about yourself and have noticed that you have been acting in inauthentic ways. Perhaps you are worried others won’t accept the real you. It’s been difficult to share your self-critical thoughts with others. I help LGBTQIA+ folk with a non-Judgmental and caring space to explore and better understand and process their distress.
(03) 7020 2779 View (03) 7020 2779
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Ana-Louise Almagro
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
My areas of interest are couples counselling, trauma and anxiety. I work primarily using CBT, Schema, EMDR and Gottman Method.
My areas of interest are couples counselling, trauma and anxiety. I work primarily using CBT, Schema, EMDR and Gottman Method.
(03) 7003 2488 View (03) 7003 2488
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Eleni Tsita
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Are you a sensitive person that is curious about life, and has the courage to deeply explore yourself and your relationships? If you are determined to grow and willing to put the work in, but just needing the tools to manifest real change in your life, I will support you all the way! I offer a warm and safe space where you can gain new insight, process emotions, and achieve your therapeutic goals. I provide both psychotherapy and supervision and take a collaborative and supportive approach in both roles.
Are you a sensitive person that is curious about life, and has the courage to deeply explore yourself and your relationships? If you are determined to grow and willing to put the work in, but just needing the tools to manifest real change in your life, I will support you all the way! I offer a warm and safe space where you can gain new insight, process emotions, and achieve your therapeutic goals. I provide both psychotherapy and supervision and take a collaborative and supportive approach in both roles.
(03) 7003 2970 View (03) 7003 2970
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Nelly Uhlenkott
Psychotherapist, MA, AASW
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
People come to see me for a lot of different reasons. For instance, you might be experiencing depression or anxiety, having relationship difficulties (whether you're single or partnered), going through a major life transition or loss, or wondering about the overall direction of your life. You may have a sense that there's something more to life -- that you could be living a richer life, and thriving more than you are right now. I'm here to support you and examine what's working and not, whether you're seeking a major transformation, or simply a deeper understanding of your life patterns.
People come to see me for a lot of different reasons. For instance, you might be experiencing depression or anxiety, having relationship difficulties (whether you're single or partnered), going through a major life transition or loss, or wondering about the overall direction of your life. You may have a sense that there's something more to life -- that you could be living a richer life, and thriving more than you are right now. I'm here to support you and examine what's working and not, whether you're seeking a major transformation, or simply a deeper understanding of your life patterns.
(03) 8595 5018 View (03) 8595 5018
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Peta de Burgh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker & Accredited E.M.D.R Practitioner with more than 16 years experience working in the area of Trauma. I have experience working with adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, as well as those who have been affected by a recent traumatic event. I have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts on a person's ability to have a harmonious relationships with themselves and others. https://www.breathcounselling.com.au/
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker & Accredited E.M.D.R Practitioner with more than 16 years experience working in the area of Trauma. I have experience working with adults who have suffered from childhood sexual abuse, physical abuse and neglect, as well as those who have been affected by a recent traumatic event. I have a particular interest in trauma and how it impacts on a person's ability to have a harmonious relationships with themselves and others. https://www.breathcounselling.com.au/
(03) 7003 2905 View (03) 7003 2905
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Shey Cooper
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
I currently have availability to take on some new clients. I support individuals with a broad range of clinical needs in a non-judgmental, neuro-affirming and holistic way, utilising evidence based treatments. I provide a nurturing and safe space, and use a strength based, supportive and collaborative approach. My goal is to assist individuals in gaining greater insight and self-awareness, to enhance their emotional well-being, with the aim of supporting individuals to reach their full potential and thrive.
I currently have availability to take on some new clients. I support individuals with a broad range of clinical needs in a non-judgmental, neuro-affirming and holistic way, utilising evidence based treatments. I provide a nurturing and safe space, and use a strength based, supportive and collaborative approach. My goal is to assist individuals in gaining greater insight and self-awareness, to enhance their emotional well-being, with the aim of supporting individuals to reach their full potential and thrive.
(03) 7037 6950 View (03) 7037 6950
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Dr Kate O'Brien
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Waitlist for new clients
My approach is about self-discovery. With curiosity and compassion, I am to help clients explore, move through, and integrate challenging experiences, to ultimately discover what they truly value and what is vital for attaining and maintaining psychological well-being.
My approach is about self-discovery. With curiosity and compassion, I am to help clients explore, move through, and integrate challenging experiences, to ultimately discover what they truly value and what is vital for attaining and maintaining psychological well-being.
(03) 7003 2086 View (03) 7003 2086
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Stephanie Louise
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Stephanie is a Director and co-founder of Connected Minds Psychology, a Research Fellow at Swinburne University and a Clinical Psychologist. She hopes to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to identify what is really important to them and make steps to move toward living a happier, healthier and more meaningful life. With a PhD in mindfulness for mental health, Stephanie's practice has a strong focus on increasing wellbeing and resilience through a positive psychology perspective. This strengths-based approach helps to empower clients to use their individual qualities to overcome life's challenges.
Stephanie is a Director and co-founder of Connected Minds Psychology, a Research Fellow at Swinburne University and a Clinical Psychologist. She hopes to provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to identify what is really important to them and make steps to move toward living a happier, healthier and more meaningful life. With a PhD in mindfulness for mental health, Stephanie's practice has a strong focus on increasing wellbeing and resilience through a positive psychology perspective. This strengths-based approach helps to empower clients to use their individual qualities to overcome life's challenges.
(03) 7037 6949 View (03) 7037 6949
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Satya Debenham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
House of Grace Therapy is a Christian private practice based in Melbourne and Online, supporting individuals, couples and families to heal, grow, and improve relationships. My therapy style balances warmth and nurturing with straightforwardness. This creates a safe space where uncomfortable emotions and truths are gently held, and grounded in a strong knowing of our potential for transformation. I integrate cognitive, emotional, somatic (body), and relational strategies to address different needs. Coaching is also used to work towards your goals, while making the most of your strengths.
House of Grace Therapy is a Christian private practice based in Melbourne and Online, supporting individuals, couples and families to heal, grow, and improve relationships. My therapy style balances warmth and nurturing with straightforwardness. This creates a safe space where uncomfortable emotions and truths are gently held, and grounded in a strong knowing of our potential for transformation. I integrate cognitive, emotional, somatic (body), and relational strategies to address different needs. Coaching is also used to work towards your goals, while making the most of your strengths.
(03) 7003 2337 View (03) 7003 2337
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Savleen Wellington (Life Growth Psychology)
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
Savleen is a clinical psychologist with experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions. Her practice is guided by genuine care for her clients. She works with individual adults and couples with a wide range of issues. Savleen focuses on engaging her clients to achieve long-term meaningful growth in a compassionate, safe, supportive and culturally sensitive environment. She has a warm and collaborative approach to therapy and encourages her clients to identify their strengths whilst they examine and compassionately reflect on their lives. She is dedicated to supporting her client's in experiencing improved wellbeing.
Savleen is a clinical psychologist with experience in treating a wide range of mental health conditions. Her practice is guided by genuine care for her clients. She works with individual adults and couples with a wide range of issues. Savleen focuses on engaging her clients to achieve long-term meaningful growth in a compassionate, safe, supportive and culturally sensitive environment. She has a warm and collaborative approach to therapy and encourages her clients to identify their strengths whilst they examine and compassionately reflect on their lives. She is dedicated to supporting her client's in experiencing improved wellbeing.
(03) 9068 5037 View (03) 9068 5037

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CHE Wellbeing
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Carlton, VIC 3053
Cecilia is trained in Focusing therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Group Psychoanalysis and Psychodrama.
Cecilia has an extensive 30-year career spanning the public sector, business, and education. She holds two Master's degrees (from Melbourne Business School and Macquarie University), before she earned a Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, becoming a qualified mental health practitioner. Cecilia在取得澳洲心理咨询师从业执照之前,已经拥有两个硕士学位(墨尔本商学院的MBA和麦考瑞大学的应用金融硕士)。Cecilia拥有政府部门,商业咨询和教育领域的三十年的工作经验,她接受过聚焦疗法、情绪聚焦疗法、接纳与承诺疗法、解决方案聚焦短期治疗,和心理剧等多种疗法的培训。 Cecila曾担任Wesely College中学的心理辅导老师, 为学生提供和一对一咨询,心理健康教学,并开始为家长提供在线心理支持小组服务。Cecilia的丰富的生活工作阅历,坚实的专业背景,以及作为三个跨文化的孩子的母亲,让她对成长和教育具有独特的见解。
Cecilia is trained in Focusing therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Group Psychoanalysis and Psychodrama.
Cecilia has an extensive 30-year career spanning the public sector, business, and education. She holds two Master's degrees (from Melbourne Business School and Macquarie University), before she earned a Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, becoming a qualified mental health practitioner. Cecilia在取得澳洲心理咨询师从业执照之前,已经拥有两个硕士学位(墨尔本商学院的MBA和麦考瑞大学的应用金融硕士)。Cecilia拥有政府部门,商业咨询和教育领域的三十年的工作经验,她接受过聚焦疗法、情绪聚焦疗法、接纳与承诺疗法、解决方案聚焦短期治疗,和心理剧等多种疗法的培训。 Cecila曾担任Wesely College中学的心理辅导老师, 为学生提供和一对一咨询,心理健康教学,并开始为家长提供在线心理支持小组服务。Cecilia的丰富的生活工作阅历,坚实的专业背景,以及作为三个跨文化的孩子的母亲,让她对成长和教育具有独特的见解。
(03) 7003 2088 View (03) 7003 2088
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Sylvie Braverman
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
I am a registered clinical counsellor. I use Emotion-Focused Therapy as my main mode of practice. EFT is Person Centred/Humanistic and Process Experiential Therapy, based on the Attachment and Identity theory. It also means that in therapy I prioritize focusing on identifying, connecting, expressing, and processing emotions in the hope of achieving authenticity and a sense of well-being. You may have learned to avoid and suppress your emotions or they may have been overwhelming you. In therapy, my aim is to support you in befriending and welcoming your emotions so they become a resource as they are meant to be and not a hindrance.
I am a registered clinical counsellor. I use Emotion-Focused Therapy as my main mode of practice. EFT is Person Centred/Humanistic and Process Experiential Therapy, based on the Attachment and Identity theory. It also means that in therapy I prioritize focusing on identifying, connecting, expressing, and processing emotions in the hope of achieving authenticity and a sense of well-being. You may have learned to avoid and suppress your emotions or they may have been overwhelming you. In therapy, my aim is to support you in befriending and welcoming your emotions so they become a resource as they are meant to be and not a hindrance.
(03) 9069 9726 View (03) 9069 9726
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Safaa Hakim
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Docklands, VIC 3008
I enjoy working with Person Centred, Solution Focused, Emotionally Focused, and Body work approaches like Mindfulness, Meditation and Gestalt therapy.
I am compassionate about guiding my clients to explore their difficulties and strengthen their emotional wellbeing. I provide specific counselling in the areas of anxiety, stress, depression, and relationships; as well as behavioural and other cognitive issues, offering a wide range of counselling support to meet the needs of clients and an organisation’s employees.
I enjoy working with Person Centred, Solution Focused, Emotionally Focused, and Body work approaches like Mindfulness, Meditation and Gestalt therapy.
I am compassionate about guiding my clients to explore their difficulties and strengthen their emotional wellbeing. I provide specific counselling in the areas of anxiety, stress, depression, and relationships; as well as behavioural and other cognitive issues, offering a wide range of counselling support to meet the needs of clients and an organisation’s employees.
(03) 9034 5950 View (03) 9034 5950
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Kat Maguire
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Influenced by Psychodynamic, IFS, Narrative, Gestalt, and EFT, Kat tailors her methods to each client's unique needs.
Kat (she/her) is a clinically registered psychotherapist specialising in trauma-informed individual therapy for adults and older teens. Approaching her clients with a focus on understanding rather than labelling or diagnosing, Kat believes in delving into each individual's unique story with a nonjudgmental curiosity. With a distinctive mix of humour and warmth, she establishes a secure environment for clients to explore their inner and outer worlds with vulnerability.
Influenced by Psychodynamic, IFS, Narrative, Gestalt, and EFT, Kat tailors her methods to each client's unique needs.
Kat (she/her) is a clinically registered psychotherapist specialising in trauma-informed individual therapy for adults and older teens. Approaching her clients with a focus on understanding rather than labelling or diagnosing, Kat believes in delving into each individual's unique story with a nonjudgmental curiosity. With a distinctive mix of humour and warmth, she establishes a secure environment for clients to explore their inner and outer worlds with vulnerability.
(03) 7003 2952 View (03) 7003 2952

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Emotionally Focused Counsellors

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.