Emotionally Focused Counselling in Swanbourne, WA

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Rosealeen Tamaki
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Swanbourne, WA 6010
If you are feeling depressed, and anxious, troubled in different ways, I am interested in getting to know you and the difficulties and issues that you experience at personal and/ or work and other relational levels. Through listening to you and talking together, it becomes possible to shed new light on old problems. This creates new ways of thinking. The ensuing growth development can enable you to consider yourself and others from new perspectives and allows space for different choices and the possibility to make different life decisions.
If you are feeling depressed, and anxious, troubled in different ways, I am interested in getting to know you and the difficulties and issues that you experience at personal and/ or work and other relational levels. Through listening to you and talking together, it becomes possible to shed new light on old problems. This creates new ways of thinking. The ensuing growth development can enable you to consider yourself and others from new perspectives and allows space for different choices and the possibility to make different life decisions.
0402 466 572 View 0402 466 572
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Kinship Psychology Services
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Swanbourne, WA 6010
At Kinship, our central focus is to cultivate a safe and trustworthy environment. So that those seeking help feel emotionally comfortable and are able to connect with our dedicated, compassionate and skilled professionals. Here, we collaborate with our clients, emphasising a strengths-based approach to achieve lasting therapeutic outcomes. We work with people who have experienced trauma in their life, those feeling emotional distress, suicidal thoughts or relationship difficulties and those who are experiencing mental illnesses such as PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, complex grief, stress or adjustment difficulties.
At Kinship, our central focus is to cultivate a safe and trustworthy environment. So that those seeking help feel emotionally comfortable and are able to connect with our dedicated, compassionate and skilled professionals. Here, we collaborate with our clients, emphasising a strengths-based approach to achieve lasting therapeutic outcomes. We work with people who have experienced trauma in their life, those feeling emotional distress, suicidal thoughts or relationship difficulties and those who are experiencing mental illnesses such as PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, complex grief, stress or adjustment difficulties.
(08) 6490 9050 View (08) 6490 9050
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My Calm
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swanbourne, WA 6010
I'm Anita. Men's issues and relationships are particular therapeutic interest of mine. The traditional expectations of men are being questioned and, in some spheres, revised. This is leading to a growing sense of disorientation for some, and a break-down in sense of self. Relationships are central to our well-being. Break-down in communication, unresolved hurt and needs not being met are all challenges that affect us deeply and impact on other aspects of our lives. I aim to help clients understand what holds them back and why, and how they can confidently move forward in what many see as an increasingly confusing world.
I'm Anita. Men's issues and relationships are particular therapeutic interest of mine. The traditional expectations of men are being questioned and, in some spheres, revised. This is leading to a growing sense of disorientation for some, and a break-down in sense of self. Relationships are central to our well-being. Break-down in communication, unresolved hurt and needs not being met are all challenges that affect us deeply and impact on other aspects of our lives. I aim to help clients understand what holds them back and why, and how they can confidently move forward in what many see as an increasingly confusing world.
(08) 6202 9357 View (08) 6202 9357
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Amanda Oliver
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swanbourne, WA 6010
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specialising in adolescents & adults. Formerly a high school teacher, I have a natural ability to quickly develop relationships with teenagers and specialise in complex issues often affecting adolescents and their families. These issues often recur in adult relationships affecting daily life. By processing and understanding the past, it opens up a way to be able to move forward & improve current relations. I am passionate about not just alleviating symptoms but helping you to understand and resolve patterns of behaviour. Working together, we determine goals and the direction of your therapy.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specialising in adolescents & adults. Formerly a high school teacher, I have a natural ability to quickly develop relationships with teenagers and specialise in complex issues often affecting adolescents and their families. These issues often recur in adult relationships affecting daily life. By processing and understanding the past, it opens up a way to be able to move forward & improve current relations. I am passionate about not just alleviating symptoms but helping you to understand and resolve patterns of behaviour. Working together, we determine goals and the direction of your therapy.
(08) 7079 4452 View (08) 7079 4452

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Chelsea Bramich
Psychologist, MPsych
Verified Verified
Shenton Park, WA 6008
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist and I offer support to individuals and couples across the lifespan, and I welcome clients with a wide range of life experiences. I am particularly passionate about working with women and children. I have over 14 years’ experience that relates to mental health, youth, homelessness, substance use, LGBTIQ+ and research. I have experience working with presenting factors such as depression, anxiety, trauma, peri/post-natal/infant mental health, and interpersonal issues. I am trained in Interpersonal Therapy, CBT, ACT, EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mentalisation Based Therapy.
Hi, I'm a clinical psychologist and I offer support to individuals and couples across the lifespan, and I welcome clients with a wide range of life experiences. I am particularly passionate about working with women and children. I have over 14 years’ experience that relates to mental health, youth, homelessness, substance use, LGBTIQ+ and research. I have experience working with presenting factors such as depression, anxiety, trauma, peri/post-natal/infant mental health, and interpersonal issues. I am trained in Interpersonal Therapy, CBT, ACT, EMDR, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mentalisation Based Therapy.
(08) 6490 9745 View (08) 6490 9745
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Nurturing Growth-Counselling, Psychotherapy, EMDR
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Nedlands, WA 6009
Over my years of experience, I developed personalised approaches using elements of CBT, Schema Therapy, EFT, Memory Work, and EMDR to address trauma effectively.
We all face challenges that can leave us feeling anxious, sad, angry or depressed, disrupting our home, work & relationships. Chronic negative feelings can lead to overwhelm. Empathic support will help you make sense of your situation, manage difficult feelings & embark on your journey to freedom. With over 11 years of experience, I can support you to navigate and heal from these disruptions. My focus is on empowering women through life transitions such as pregnancy and parenting, healing from trauma & grief and rebuilding self-worth. Specialising in trauma recovery including PTSD, I use tailored strategies like EMDR therapy.
Over my years of experience, I developed personalised approaches using elements of CBT, Schema Therapy, EFT, Memory Work, and EMDR to address trauma effectively.
We all face challenges that can leave us feeling anxious, sad, angry or depressed, disrupting our home, work & relationships. Chronic negative feelings can lead to overwhelm. Empathic support will help you make sense of your situation, manage difficult feelings & embark on your journey to freedom. With over 11 years of experience, I can support you to navigate and heal from these disruptions. My focus is on empowering women through life transitions such as pregnancy and parenting, healing from trauma & grief and rebuilding self-worth. Specialising in trauma recovery including PTSD, I use tailored strategies like EMDR therapy.
(08) 6493 7950 View (08) 6493 7950
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Tap In Counselling Service
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Nedlands, WA 6009
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose broad experience strengthens her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual support and recovery needs. Dorte (Dee) supports adults and couples to discover and tap into their resources, strengths, and supports that guide enhanced wellbeing, desired changes, and healing. Individuals with BUPA and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) private health cover may be eligible to claim session rebates.
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose broad experience strengthens her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual support and recovery needs. Dorte (Dee) supports adults and couples to discover and tap into their resources, strengths, and supports that guide enhanced wellbeing, desired changes, and healing. Individuals with BUPA and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) private health cover may be eligible to claim session rebates.
(08) 6493 7783 View (08) 6493 7783
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Stephanie Koutsoukos
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
Steph holds certification in EFT (Emotion Focussed Therapy), IPT (Interpersonal Therapy), FBT (Family Based Therapy) and IMR (Imagery Rescripting Therapy) for adults with childhood trauma.
Stephanie has experience supporting individuals, couples and families from all walks of life. Stephanie is passionate about providing a safe, insightful space for others, holding a belief that healthy connections foster growth. Integrating Psychodynamic, Attachment-focussed and Emotion-focussed therapies, Stephanie is attentive and creative in her approach. Steph is able to provide support to adults with childhood trauma, utilising IMR (Imagery Rescripting) and a trauma-informed approach.
Steph holds certification in EFT (Emotion Focussed Therapy), IPT (Interpersonal Therapy), FBT (Family Based Therapy) and IMR (Imagery Rescripting Therapy) for adults with childhood trauma.
Stephanie has experience supporting individuals, couples and families from all walks of life. Stephanie is passionate about providing a safe, insightful space for others, holding a belief that healthy connections foster growth. Integrating Psychodynamic, Attachment-focussed and Emotion-focussed therapies, Stephanie is attentive and creative in her approach. Steph is able to provide support to adults with childhood trauma, utilising IMR (Imagery Rescripting) and a trauma-informed approach.
(08) 7078 7829 View (08) 7078 7829
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Nicholas Fares
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Subiaco, WA 6008
Deciding to seek support is a big step, and I'd like to make it easier for you. I have a wide range of experience across different life stages. I've worked as an NDIS psychologist and behaviour specialist, in schools within the Department of Education, delivered outreach psychological services in aged care, and offered private psychological services to adults. This experience enables me to tackle a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to more complex developmental and psychological conditions. Additionally, I have a special interest in working with men and couples.
Deciding to seek support is a big step, and I'd like to make it easier for you. I have a wide range of experience across different life stages. I've worked as an NDIS psychologist and behaviour specialist, in schools within the Department of Education, delivered outreach psychological services in aged care, and offered private psychological services to adults. This experience enables me to tackle a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to more complex developmental and psychological conditions. Additionally, I have a special interest in working with men and couples.
(08) 6109 8152 View (08) 6109 8152
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Carmel Bob
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
Carmel is experienced in working with young adults, adults and couples in the areas of anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders , adjustment issues, cross cultural issues, grief and loss and relationship issues including; affairs, communication difficulties, assisted fertility, loss of intimacy and exit counselling
Carmel is experienced in working with young adults, adults and couples in the areas of anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, personality disorders , adjustment issues, cross cultural issues, grief and loss and relationship issues including; affairs, communication difficulties, assisted fertility, loss of intimacy and exit counselling
(08) 6118 7213 View (08) 6118 7213
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Mark Holdsworth
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Cottesloe, WA 6011  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Mark, a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to supporting you on your journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. As a registered therapist and lecturer of counselling, I adhere to the highest standards of professional practice. ​With a deep commitment to holistic healing, I draw from a range of psychotherapeutic practices to tailor my approach to your unique needs and preferences. My integrative approach fosters a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship, empowering you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and nonjudgmental space.
Hi, I'm Mark, a compassionate and experienced therapist dedicated to supporting you on your journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. As a registered therapist and lecturer of counselling, I adhere to the highest standards of professional practice. ​With a deep commitment to holistic healing, I draw from a range of psychotherapeutic practices to tailor my approach to your unique needs and preferences. My integrative approach fosters a supportive and collaborative therapeutic relationship, empowering you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and nonjudgmental space.
(08) 6219 3370 View (08) 6219 3370
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Sally Jayne Gatt
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Claremont, WA 6010
SALLY JAYNE GATT is a registered clinical psychologist with postgrad. training in family and relationships therapy and a background in nursing. Her CLINICAL FOCUS is on RELATIONSHIP THERAPY, in private practice at St QUENTINS CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (stquentinspsychology.com.au/sally-gatt) in Claremont WA. Sally has a passion in working with individual adults, couples or families focussing on issues in relationships over a lifespan. She enjoys working with people who are struggling to cope in life due to mental illness, health problems, past or present family trauma, career stress or relationship difficulties.
SALLY JAYNE GATT is a registered clinical psychologist with postgrad. training in family and relationships therapy and a background in nursing. Her CLINICAL FOCUS is on RELATIONSHIP THERAPY, in private practice at St QUENTINS CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (stquentinspsychology.com.au/sally-gatt) in Claremont WA. Sally has a passion in working with individual adults, couples or families focussing on issues in relationships over a lifespan. She enjoys working with people who are struggling to cope in life due to mental illness, health problems, past or present family trauma, career stress or relationship difficulties.
(08) 7079 4304 View (08) 7079 4304
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Jacqui Vincent
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
Jacqui is a Clinical Psychologist, with over 12 years’ experience in private practice. She offers a warm, compassionate and trusting space for clients to explore their challenges. Jacqui has extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and more (see below). She is particularly passionate about building her clients’ curiosity and self-awareness. Jacqui has the deepest respect for her clients and holds the belief that everyone deserves to have a meaningful and fulfilling life. Jacqui welcomes adult clients and she is here to help you with all aspects of mental health and wellbeing.
Jacqui is a Clinical Psychologist, with over 12 years’ experience in private practice. She offers a warm, compassionate and trusting space for clients to explore their challenges. Jacqui has extensive experience helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and more (see below). She is particularly passionate about building her clients’ curiosity and self-awareness. Jacqui has the deepest respect for her clients and holds the belief that everyone deserves to have a meaningful and fulfilling life. Jacqui welcomes adult clients and she is here to help you with all aspects of mental health and wellbeing.
(08) 6493 7597 View (08) 6493 7597
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Leigh Milne - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Cottesloe, WA 6011
Get help by seeing Leigh, who has extensive experience with: Trauma & PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Fears, Phobias & Panic / Social Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Mood Disorders, Coping Skills, Dissociative Disorders (DD), Sexual Abuse & Sexual Assault, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence & Coercive Control Weight Loss & Binge Eating Eating Disorders Body Dysmorphia OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Exercise Motivation & Sports Psychology / Performance Chronic Pain & Somatic Illness Low Self Esteem & Confidence Issues IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) & Digestive Issues Workplace Bullying & Assertiveness
Get help by seeing Leigh, who has extensive experience with: Trauma & PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Fears, Phobias & Panic / Social Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Mood Disorders, Coping Skills, Dissociative Disorders (DD), Sexual Abuse & Sexual Assault, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence & Coercive Control Weight Loss & Binge Eating Eating Disorders Body Dysmorphia OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Exercise Motivation & Sports Psychology / Performance Chronic Pain & Somatic Illness Low Self Esteem & Confidence Issues IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) & Digestive Issues Workplace Bullying & Assertiveness
(03) 7003 2164 View (03) 7003 2164
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A Good Space
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nedlands, WA 6009
I am a Clinical Psychologist. I help clients and therapists struggling with anxiety, depression, the impacts of trauma, relationship difficulties and life transitions. I also work with those who want to improve their overall well-being and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. My aim is to offer you both cognitive maps to understanding issues as well as a somatic, ‘bottom up’, experiential understanding of yourself.
I am a Clinical Psychologist. I help clients and therapists struggling with anxiety, depression, the impacts of trauma, relationship difficulties and life transitions. I also work with those who want to improve their overall well-being and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. My aim is to offer you both cognitive maps to understanding issues as well as a somatic, ‘bottom up’, experiential understanding of yourself.
(08) 6361 2969 View (08) 6361 2969
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Heath Marshall
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mosman Park, WA 6012
Not accepting new clients
I have significant experience in supporting clients to build healthier and more positive relationships, not only with others but with themselves. I work with clients experiencing difficulties related to stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, and a range of other issues. I work with children, adolescents and adults in a collaborative, trauma informed and client centred way that puts the needs of the client front and centre.
I have significant experience in supporting clients to build healthier and more positive relationships, not only with others but with themselves. I work with clients experiencing difficulties related to stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, and a range of other issues. I work with children, adolescents and adults in a collaborative, trauma informed and client centred way that puts the needs of the client front and centre.
(08) 6206 8106 View (08) 6206 8106
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Lovina Triman
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008  (Online Only)
I am passionate about coming alongside you and helping you find solutions, healing and recovery. My goal is for you to come to a place where you are able to move forward, to gain clarity and reach a new level of better. I like to be client-centred and encouraging client autonomy as well as building a space for healthy collaboration and problem solving. I am a strong believer in an individual’s ability to find change and to break out of old patterns and cycles. For me it is important to foster an atmosphere of hope and perspective.
I am passionate about coming alongside you and helping you find solutions, healing and recovery. My goal is for you to come to a place where you are able to move forward, to gain clarity and reach a new level of better. I like to be client-centred and encouraging client autonomy as well as building a space for healthy collaboration and problem solving. I am a strong believer in an individual’s ability to find change and to break out of old patterns and cycles. For me it is important to foster an atmosphere of hope and perspective.
0415 947 772 View 0415 947 772
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Dr Jacky Wan - Multilingual Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Crawley, WA 6009
I am a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience in clinical supervisory roles held at both hospitals and private practice. In this time I have specialised in sleep issues, sleep disorders, psychotic spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder and other clinical presentations. I am passionate about providing caring and compassionate psychological support, tailored to my individual clients. This can range from resolving painful history to promoting growth in various stages of their life. Having practiced in both Hong Kong and Australia, I speak fluent English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
I am a clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience in clinical supervisory roles held at both hospitals and private practice. In this time I have specialised in sleep issues, sleep disorders, psychotic spectrum disorders, bipolar disorder and other clinical presentations. I am passionate about providing caring and compassionate psychological support, tailored to my individual clients. This can range from resolving painful history to promoting growth in various stages of their life. Having practiced in both Hong Kong and Australia, I speak fluent English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
(02) 9100 0686 View (02) 9100 0686
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Michael Chidgzey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Subiaco, WA 6008
I believe it is important to work with clients - not dictate to them. My preferred treatment method is to focus on the areas that you want to work on. I believe a partnership not a prescription is important. Sticking to values means more than putting them on a website - it means actually living them. I am genuine, open and also have a sense of humour (though it is twisted/cynical/dark). I work best when clients feel comfortable, if that means we swear a lot in session - I am happy to make that sacrifice! I work clients across many areas from complex trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and workplace issues.
I believe it is important to work with clients - not dictate to them. My preferred treatment method is to focus on the areas that you want to work on. I believe a partnership not a prescription is important. Sticking to values means more than putting them on a website - it means actually living them. I am genuine, open and also have a sense of humour (though it is twisted/cynical/dark). I work best when clients feel comfortable, if that means we swear a lot in session - I am happy to make that sacrifice! I work clients across many areas from complex trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and workplace issues.
(08) 7079 4546 View (08) 7079 4546
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Indira Chanda
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Claremont, WA 6010
Indira has over 20 years of clinical experience working in mental health services across the public, private and not for profit sectors. Indira provides supportive, confidential and client-centred sessions. She has a passion for assisting her clients to realise their full inner potential through strength-based counselling. She believes that each client is the expert of their own life and provides a safe therapeutic space where she works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve positive life goals. Indira is also a registered clinical supervisors and welcomes enquiries from counsellors requiring a regular supervisor.
Indira has over 20 years of clinical experience working in mental health services across the public, private and not for profit sectors. Indira provides supportive, confidential and client-centred sessions. She has a passion for assisting her clients to realise their full inner potential through strength-based counselling. She believes that each client is the expert of their own life and provides a safe therapeutic space where she works collaboratively with clients to identify and achieve positive life goals. Indira is also a registered clinical supervisors and welcomes enquiries from counsellors requiring a regular supervisor.
(08) 7701 9738 View (08) 7701 9738
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.