Emotionally Focused Therapists in Auburn, GA

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Trevise A Higgins
MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Auburn, GA 30011  (Online Only)
Narrative, Solution Focused, Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, infertility, or navigating the complexities of relationships and parenting, I'm here to partner with you on your journey. If your faith in God is a significant aspect of your life, rest assured that I am committed to respecting and integrating your religious values into the therapeutic process. It's my goal to understand the intricacies that make you who you are and assist you in considering how you want to show up in your relationships and life overall.
Narrative, Solution Focused, Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, low self-esteem, infertility, or navigating the complexities of relationships and parenting, I'm here to partner with you on your journey. If your faith in God is a significant aspect of your life, rest assured that I am committed to respecting and integrating your religious values into the therapeutic process. It's my goal to understand the intricacies that make you who you are and assist you in considering how you want to show up in your relationships and life overall.
(470) 722-1068 View (470) 722-1068
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Andrea O Clifton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdS
Verified Verified
Auburn, GA 30011  (Online Only)
"Healing from the Inside Out" My clients are motivated to find solutions and actively participate in their healing. I work with children, adolescence, and teens who have special needs. Their families are an integral part of that healing. Seven years of experience working with children with severe autism, developmental disabilities and emotional behavioral disabilities in the public school system in the most restrictive environment. I offer support, guidance, behavioral solutions, intervention strategies in the classroom and home. Supervision for other professionals for obtaining their licensure. I also work with adults in transition, who suffer from chronic pain, depression anxiety
"Healing from the Inside Out" My clients are motivated to find solutions and actively participate in their healing. I work with children, adolescence, and teens who have special needs. Their families are an integral part of that healing. Seven years of experience working with children with severe autism, developmental disabilities and emotional behavioral disabilities in the public school system in the most restrictive environment. I offer support, guidance, behavioral solutions, intervention strategies in the classroom and home. Supervision for other professionals for obtaining their licensure. I also work with adults in transition, who suffer from chronic pain, depression anxiety
(770) 504-4398 View (770) 504-4398
Total Family and Life Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Auburn, GA 30011
Total Family and Life Services, LLC. Is a mental health private practice that is rooted under the foundation of God, Love, Compassion, and Understanding. Our clinicians have served the mental health community for over 20 years. We are dedicated to serving those who have even the smallest desire to improve their quality of life. Our clinicians are passionate about the work they perform, they diligent, and relatable. We treat our clients like family, never turning our backs on them; and rooting them on every step of the way. We are dedicated to the process, assuring that each and every client reaches their full potential.
Total Family and Life Services, LLC. Is a mental health private practice that is rooted under the foundation of God, Love, Compassion, and Understanding. Our clinicians have served the mental health community for over 20 years. We are dedicated to serving those who have even the smallest desire to improve their quality of life. Our clinicians are passionate about the work they perform, they diligent, and relatable. We treat our clients like family, never turning our backs on them; and rooting them on every step of the way. We are dedicated to the process, assuring that each and every client reaches their full potential.
(678) 487-5782 View (678) 487-5782
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Shima Baronian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Auburn, GA 30011
Yashimabet "Shima" Baronian is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Certified Financial Social Worker (CFSW) with over a decade of experience in the helping field. Her background and expertise lie in assisting adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, financial challenges, major life transitions, grief, and loss. Shima's mission is to provide compassionate support, empowering clients to navigate life's complexities with resilience and hope.
Yashimabet "Shima" Baronian is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Certified Financial Social Worker (CFSW) with over a decade of experience in the helping field. Her background and expertise lie in assisting adults facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, financial challenges, major life transitions, grief, and loss. Shima's mission is to provide compassionate support, empowering clients to navigate life's complexities with resilience and hope.
(470) 683-6108 View (470) 683-6108
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Shelly W Cordsen
Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Auburn, GA 30011
Not accepting new clients
Sad, exhausted, tired, worried, unhappy, fearful. I often hear these words in and out of the counseling room from both the young and old. Our world around us can challenge our ways of thinking, feeling, and living, in ways we often do not like. Sprout Counseling works allow you the space to process your feelings, and provide you with the tools to manage the emotions you experience.
Sad, exhausted, tired, worried, unhappy, fearful. I often hear these words in and out of the counseling room from both the young and old. Our world around us can challenge our ways of thinking, feeling, and living, in ways we often do not like. Sprout Counseling works allow you the space to process your feelings, and provide you with the tools to manage the emotions you experience.
(678) 621-2299 View (678) 621-2299

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Rebecca Lynn Crowe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Winder, GA 30680
I incorporate many elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of rich experience providing hope and healing to individuals of all ages. I will meet you where you are and will strive to strengthen our relationship by providing the highest quality of care. I love listening to people's stories and offering encouragement and hope to the discouraged and hopeless. I am committed to helping you find the life you were meant to live by collaborating with you to determine the best treatment methods to meet your individual needs.
I incorporate many elements of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 24 years of rich experience providing hope and healing to individuals of all ages. I will meet you where you are and will strive to strengthen our relationship by providing the highest quality of care. I love listening to people's stories and offering encouragement and hope to the discouraged and hopeless. I am committed to helping you find the life you were meant to live by collaborating with you to determine the best treatment methods to meet your individual needs.
(678) 394-3130 View (678) 394-3130
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Catherine Harm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winder, GA 30680
, EMDR, EFT (for couples), TF-CBT, and other modalities.
Making the decision to begin your therapeutic journey can feel overwhelming. My goal is to create a safe environment for you to grow and explore the things that have been holding you back. This could be feelings of anxiety, trauma, communication issues, difficulty establishing boundaries, toxic relationships with family or friends, or a major change in your life that has l eft you feeling confused or lost. Our work together will include identifying triggers and patterns of behavior, as well as recognizing roadblocks and reframing negative thoughts. I work with adults, couples, teens, and children.
, EMDR, EFT (for couples), TF-CBT, and other modalities.
Making the decision to begin your therapeutic journey can feel overwhelming. My goal is to create a safe environment for you to grow and explore the things that have been holding you back. This could be feelings of anxiety, trauma, communication issues, difficulty establishing boundaries, toxic relationships with family or friends, or a major change in your life that has l eft you feeling confused or lost. Our work together will include identifying triggers and patterns of behavior, as well as recognizing roadblocks and reframing negative thoughts. I work with adults, couples, teens, and children.
(706) 487-3639 View (706) 487-3639
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Breaking the Cycle Psychotherapy Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winder, GA 30680
Waitlist for new clients
I use EFT, CBT, and Attachment to bring healing.
Currently Have Waitlist; Please fill out form on website to be added! ...Are your relationships with self, friendship, or family in turmoil, distress, conflict, or other stressful states? When they are, it causes our lives to be thrown off sync. Are you finding yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem, grief, and a lack of overall support because of this? If your goal is to find balance, re-create positive and healthy dynamics, and to feel and provide support in and from your relationships, you have found the right place! Let's process through what's happening together.
I use EFT, CBT, and Attachment to bring healing.
Currently Have Waitlist; Please fill out form on website to be added! ...Are your relationships with self, friendship, or family in turmoil, distress, conflict, or other stressful states? When they are, it causes our lives to be thrown off sync. Are you finding yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem, grief, and a lack of overall support because of this? If your goal is to find balance, re-create positive and healthy dynamics, and to feel and provide support in and from your relationships, you have found the right place! Let's process through what's happening together.
(706) 425-9671 View (706) 425-9671
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Angela Crosson-Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Dacula, GA 30019  (Online Only)
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy Years of Experience: 20.
Hello! My name is Angela, and I am delighted that you are reaching out for help! Having healthy mental health is vital to living your best life. I am a Licensed therapist with 20+ years of experience providing individual, couples and family counseling. I received my graduate school education from California School of Professional Psychology. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues and symptoms including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, relationship issues and bullying in school & workplace. We will address everything at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy ( EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy Years of Experience: 20.
Hello! My name is Angela, and I am delighted that you are reaching out for help! Having healthy mental health is vital to living your best life. I am a Licensed therapist with 20+ years of experience providing individual, couples and family counseling. I received my graduate school education from California School of Professional Psychology. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues and symptoms including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, relationship issues and bullying in school & workplace. We will address everything at a pace that is comfortable for you.
(470) 777-6317 View (470) 777-6317
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Ashley Williamson
Counselor, LAPC
Verified Verified
Dacula, GA 30019
Ashley uses SFT, CBT, and EFT.
Ashley Williamson is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) who has over 3 years of experience. She is passionate about assisting couples and helping them to get on a healthier path. Ashley specializes in relationship issues, challenges in communication, depression, anxiety, and life adjustments.
Ashley uses SFT, CBT, and EFT.
Ashley Williamson is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) who has over 3 years of experience. She is passionate about assisting couples and helping them to get on a healthier path. Ashley specializes in relationship issues, challenges in communication, depression, anxiety, and life adjustments.
(678) 647-9912 View (678) 647-9912
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Dacula
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Dacula, GA 30019
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(470) 684-3289 View (470) 684-3289
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Lawrenceville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Dacula, GA 30019
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
Popular approaches include CBT, DBT, EMDR, Christian Counseling, PCT, Motivational Interviewing, EFT, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic therapy, Relational therapy, Narrative therapy, and more.
At Thriveworks, we're dedicated to providing top-tier mental health services that are easily accessible to everyone. With over 340 locations nationwide and flexible online therapy options, our professional therapists are equipped to assist you through any stress, life transitions, or ongoing mental health concerns. We prioritize your convenience and needs by offering flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend appointments, ensuring that you can start your therapy journey as early as this week. Plus, we accept most major insurance plans, making your path to mental health support smoother and more affordable.
(855) 524-5193 View (855) 524-5193
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Calin Pop
LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Winder, GA 30680
In the midst of life's various challenges and hurdles, remember that you don't have to face them alone. I am here to accompany adults and families on their journey towards peace and an improved life. Together, we will navigate life's twists and turns in an inviting, serene, nurturing, and supportive atmosphere. My expertise encompasses guiding individuals through managing anxiety and stress, fostering self-esteem and assertiveness, and coping with a range of life challenges, including relationship issues, parenting difficulties, loss, and transitions. My aim is to empower clients to live the life they aspire to lead.
In the midst of life's various challenges and hurdles, remember that you don't have to face them alone. I am here to accompany adults and families on their journey towards peace and an improved life. Together, we will navigate life's twists and turns in an inviting, serene, nurturing, and supportive atmosphere. My expertise encompasses guiding individuals through managing anxiety and stress, fostering self-esteem and assertiveness, and coping with a range of life challenges, including relationship issues, parenting difficulties, loss, and transitions. My aim is to empower clients to live the life they aspire to lead.
(470) 567-5964 View (470) 567-5964
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Jennifer Sears
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Winder, GA 30680  (Online Only)
You're suffering in silence. Functioning on the outside but slowly falling apart on the inside. It’s so difficult just to exist sometimes. You wish someone knew what was going on inside your head. But you’re scared that if they did, they’d think you were crazy. “Maybe I am crazy!” you think, “maybe there’s something really wrong with me.” These intrusive thoughts get in the way of everything you do. Your heart races, and sweat drenches your sheets as you try to sleep at night. Days are spent trying to concentrate on the task at hand but failing miserably. You know you can’t go on like this, but you don’t know how to make a change.
You're suffering in silence. Functioning on the outside but slowly falling apart on the inside. It’s so difficult just to exist sometimes. You wish someone knew what was going on inside your head. But you’re scared that if they did, they’d think you were crazy. “Maybe I am crazy!” you think, “maybe there’s something really wrong with me.” These intrusive thoughts get in the way of everything you do. Your heart races, and sweat drenches your sheets as you try to sleep at night. Days are spent trying to concentrate on the task at hand but failing miserably. You know you can’t go on like this, but you don’t know how to make a change.
(470) 740-8703 View (470) 740-8703
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Michael Fountain
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Winder, GA 30680
Hello, my name is Michael and I am Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Professional Clinical Supervisor. For over 15 years I have worked in several community based settings to provide oversight to clinical programs and counseling services. My areas of specialties include issues of meditation and mindfulness, addictions, grief and loss, depression problems, oppositional and defiant issues for children, homelessness, spiritual connectedness, leadership development, stress management, LGBTQ issues, and trauma that impact the growth, development, and potentially impeded on one's personal growth.
Hello, my name is Michael and I am Licensed Professional Counselor & Certified Professional Clinical Supervisor. For over 15 years I have worked in several community based settings to provide oversight to clinical programs and counseling services. My areas of specialties include issues of meditation and mindfulness, addictions, grief and loss, depression problems, oppositional and defiant issues for children, homelessness, spiritual connectedness, leadership development, stress management, LGBTQ issues, and trauma that impact the growth, development, and potentially impeded on one's personal growth.
(470) 354-1282 View (470) 354-1282
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Jennifer Wood Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winder, GA 30680
I help people with managing relationships, involving trauma and childhood neglect. I also work with clients who do not have negative past experiences, but simply want to improve the relationships they have. I provide a warm environment for exploring areas of concern, and I am committed to hearing the spoken and the unspoken, as well as helping you make meaningful connections in your life. As a therapist who is Christian, I also enjoy making spiritual connections and giving encouragement to one's faith journey. I am also comfortable maintaining a safe secular space for you to share your struggles openly and honestly.
I help people with managing relationships, involving trauma and childhood neglect. I also work with clients who do not have negative past experiences, but simply want to improve the relationships they have. I provide a warm environment for exploring areas of concern, and I am committed to hearing the spoken and the unspoken, as well as helping you make meaningful connections in your life. As a therapist who is Christian, I also enjoy making spiritual connections and giving encouragement to one's faith journey. I am also comfortable maintaining a safe secular space for you to share your struggles openly and honestly.
(706) 744-6221 View (706) 744-6221
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Dr. Kwame Frimpong
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winder, GA 30680  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping couples work through infidelity, betrayal, and trust issues. Are you Feeling overwhelmed and stuck due to affairs? Repeated arguments? Dealing with triggered reactions? Shock and a sense of loss? Wondering if you should stay or leave. You don’t trust your partner anymore even though Your partner seems remorseful. Looking to overcome dating failures, relationship issues, anxieties, and porn addiction? It is time to heal your relationship and I want to help you experience recovery.! I am EMDR trained to help you overcome trauma. Call me TODAY at (470) 533-1698
I specialize in helping couples work through infidelity, betrayal, and trust issues. Are you Feeling overwhelmed and stuck due to affairs? Repeated arguments? Dealing with triggered reactions? Shock and a sense of loss? Wondering if you should stay or leave. You don’t trust your partner anymore even though Your partner seems remorseful. Looking to overcome dating failures, relationship issues, anxieties, and porn addiction? It is time to heal your relationship and I want to help you experience recovery.! I am EMDR trained to help you overcome trauma. Call me TODAY at (470) 533-1698
(470) 533-1698 View (470) 533-1698
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Rachel Shower
Associate Professional Counselor, NCC, LAPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Winder, GA 30680
Life can sometimes seem like just too much. Stressors like relationships, friendships, school, work, and family obligations can become too heavy to bear. Maybe there is a trauma you have carried for years that you still aren't quite sure how to handle. Maybe you are questioning aspects of your identity and you aren't sure where to turn to speak honestly about them. Or, maybe you just need someone to talk to who can help you process your daily life. That's where counseling can come in.
Life can sometimes seem like just too much. Stressors like relationships, friendships, school, work, and family obligations can become too heavy to bear. Maybe there is a trauma you have carried for years that you still aren't quite sure how to handle. Maybe you are questioning aspects of your identity and you aren't sure where to turn to speak honestly about them. Or, maybe you just need someone to talk to who can help you process your daily life. That's where counseling can come in.
(706) 981-8015 View (706) 981-8015
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Will Warren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winder, GA 30680
So you've been thinking about making a change in your life. Maybe you've even tried taking steps to make it happen, but for some reason, it just isn't working. That's okay! We all need help every once in a while. Maybe it's help finding solutions or maybe it's just someone to listen while you work through the process. Either way, I would be honored to be that person. With 10+ years in the mental health and addiction field, I have learned a thing or two about "change coaching." I have immediate openings for in-person and online sessions. Schedule your free consultation by visiting my website at www.athenstac.org.
So you've been thinking about making a change in your life. Maybe you've even tried taking steps to make it happen, but for some reason, it just isn't working. That's okay! We all need help every once in a while. Maybe it's help finding solutions or maybe it's just someone to listen while you work through the process. Either way, I would be honored to be that person. With 10+ years in the mental health and addiction field, I have learned a thing or two about "change coaching." I have immediate openings for in-person and online sessions. Schedule your free consultation by visiting my website at www.athenstac.org.
(762) 226-2914 View (762) 226-2914
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Kitrina Bush
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bethlehem, GA 30620
I believe in creating a new therapy for each client and that you are the expert of your life. By building a trusting therapeutic relationship with you, I want to help guide you through the challenges life can bring. I utilize an integrative, person-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Art Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and several other therapeutic modalities. My clinical experience has given me the skills to efficiently treat ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Complicated Grief and Loss, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
I believe in creating a new therapy for each client and that you are the expert of your life. By building a trusting therapeutic relationship with you, I want to help guide you through the challenges life can bring. I utilize an integrative, person-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Art Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and several other therapeutic modalities. My clinical experience has given me the skills to efficiently treat ADHD, Adjustment Disorder, Complicated Grief and Loss, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
(706) 397-4207 View (706) 397-4207

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Emotionally Focused Therapists

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.