Emotionally Focused Therapists in Marietta, GA
I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) & Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) as a way of stabilizing and deepening connection.
Utilizing a person centered approach for navigating your life makes the most sense to me! I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, and I am passionate about helping people navigate traumas, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and self-exploration related to sexual orientations and gender identities. I truly enjoy empowering each client in their exploration of finding peace and acceptance.
I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) & Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) as a way of stabilizing and deepening connection.
Utilizing a person centered approach for navigating your life makes the most sense to me! I am an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, and I am passionate about helping people navigate traumas, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and self-exploration related to sexual orientations and gender identities. I truly enjoy empowering each client in their exploration of finding peace and acceptance.
Darrin's techniques include CBT/DBT/REBT/ EFT/ACT, Internal Family Systems Therapy, ARC Therapy, Attachment Theory and Psychodynamic interventions.
Darrin is a licensed associate professional counselor under supervision trained to work with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups requiring professional help. He realizes that life produces internal storm damages occurring far too often without any damage control or prevention. The causes of moodiness, irritability, restlessness, discontentment, fear, doubt, uncertainty, anger, depression, anxiety, insomnia and addiction all have one thing in common - a lack of holistic wellness. Recovery from the internal/external effects of untreated mental and emotional damages is what he will introduce you to.
Darrin's techniques include CBT/DBT/REBT/ EFT/ACT, Internal Family Systems Therapy, ARC Therapy, Attachment Theory and Psychodynamic interventions.
Darrin is a licensed associate professional counselor under supervision trained to work with men, women, adolescents, couples and groups requiring professional help. He realizes that life produces internal storm damages occurring far too often without any damage control or prevention. The causes of moodiness, irritability, restlessness, discontentment, fear, doubt, uncertainty, anger, depression, anxiety, insomnia and addiction all have one thing in common - a lack of holistic wellness. Recovery from the internal/external effects of untreated mental and emotional damages is what he will introduce you to.
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and I am ready to begin helping you and your partner gain new insight into the unhelpful patterns that you’ve fallen into and how to best meet your needs.
You feel disconnected and alone. Even in your most trusted relationship with your partner or spouse, you feel like there’s a separation between the two of you. You keep having the same fights or discussions over and over again, repeating the same pattern. Communicating with your partner doesn’t seem to be working. Everything you say seems to be the wrong thing. You feel hurt, angry, and scared that the pain and loneliness that you’re going through will never get better. You want to feel trust and security in your relationship. You want more than anything to feel connected again
I am trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy and I am ready to begin helping you and your partner gain new insight into the unhelpful patterns that you’ve fallen into and how to best meet your needs.
You feel disconnected and alone. Even in your most trusted relationship with your partner or spouse, you feel like there’s a separation between the two of you. You keep having the same fights or discussions over and over again, repeating the same pattern. Communicating with your partner doesn’t seem to be working. Everything you say seems to be the wrong thing. You feel hurt, angry, and scared that the pain and loneliness that you’re going through will never get better. You want to feel trust and security in your relationship. You want more than anything to feel connected again
Melora L Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
EFT is a proven method that focuses on understanding and nurturing the emotional bonds that make your relationships unique and resilient.
You're struggling to find connection in the relationships that matter most—your marriage, your family, and even within yourself. The desire for connection keeps leading to pain, conflict, and frustration, and you're ready for a change. I'm here to help you create the loving, secure, and deeply connected relationships you've always longed for. With a passion for Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), I guide individuals, couples, and families through the complexities of building meaningful, lasting connections. Whether you're looking to improve communication, heal emotional wounds, or strengthen your bond, you
EFT is a proven method that focuses on understanding and nurturing the emotional bonds that make your relationships unique and resilient.
You're struggling to find connection in the relationships that matter most—your marriage, your family, and even within yourself. The desire for connection keeps leading to pain, conflict, and frustration, and you're ready for a change. I'm here to help you create the loving, secure, and deeply connected relationships you've always longed for. With a passion for Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), I guide individuals, couples, and families through the complexities of building meaningful, lasting connections. Whether you're looking to improve communication, heal emotional wounds, or strengthen your bond, you
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.
I am trained in a number of systemic and individual approaches including, EMDR, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
You are seeking a therapist because you want to make your life and relationships better. You may feel discouraged and feel helpless as to how to improve things. The good news is that individual or couples therapy can help. Through therapy, I can help you free yourself from stress and struggle. Together we can work to heal your pain, create the relationships that you want, improve your self-esteem, and build a more fulfilling life. I can help you develop more compassion for your pain and be kinder to yourself so you can feel more hopeful about your life and relationships.
I am trained in a number of systemic and individual approaches including, EMDR, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
You are seeking a therapist because you want to make your life and relationships better. You may feel discouraged and feel helpless as to how to improve things. The good news is that individual or couples therapy can help. Through therapy, I can help you free yourself from stress and struggle. Together we can work to heal your pain, create the relationships that you want, improve your self-esteem, and build a more fulfilling life. I can help you develop more compassion for your pain and be kinder to yourself so you can feel more hopeful about your life and relationships.
I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and feel honored in helping couples get to the heart of their relational struggles and find a deeper and closer connection together.
Many people come to counseling feeling stuck in certain behaviors, relational patterns, or emotional cycles, perhaps without even understanding why, or without hope of lasting change. My desire is to journey with you toward emotional, mental, spiritual, and relational wholeness. You may be facing a broken relationship, suffering from disordered eating or body image concerns, have a history of sexual abuse or trauma, be living with or recovering from a serious illness, or be experiencing depression or anxiety. There is hope!
I have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy and feel honored in helping couples get to the heart of their relational struggles and find a deeper and closer connection together.
Many people come to counseling feeling stuck in certain behaviors, relational patterns, or emotional cycles, perhaps without even understanding why, or without hope of lasting change. My desire is to journey with you toward emotional, mental, spiritual, and relational wholeness. You may be facing a broken relationship, suffering from disordered eating or body image concerns, have a history of sexual abuse or trauma, be living with or recovering from a serious illness, or be experiencing depression or anxiety. There is hope!
April Bailye Counseling (ABC)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064 (Online Only)
For the courageous individual seeking individual therapy - I have extensive training in CBT, DBT, EFT, and REBT.
Accepting new clients! If you're looking for a therapist that is going to listen to understand while also helping you figure out causes and solutions to your struggles, then you have found the right therapist. If you're married or in a relationship that once was good and now is filled with hurt, fighting, misunderstanding, or loneliness, I know how to help. There is hope for your relationship, and I will give you the tools you need to build and maintain a happy and healthy relationship. If you are a person that is looking for individual therapy for yourself, I have experience and tools to help you in your journey, as well.
For the courageous individual seeking individual therapy - I have extensive training in CBT, DBT, EFT, and REBT.
Accepting new clients! If you're looking for a therapist that is going to listen to understand while also helping you figure out causes and solutions to your struggles, then you have found the right therapist. If you're married or in a relationship that once was good and now is filled with hurt, fighting, misunderstanding, or loneliness, I know how to help. There is hope for your relationship, and I will give you the tools you need to build and maintain a happy and healthy relationship. If you are a person that is looking for individual therapy for yourself, I have experience and tools to help you in your journey, as well.
Counseling Services of Atlanta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MS, LPC, BCBA
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30064
Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) touches many issues and brings clarity to people trying to overcome personal struggles and relationship challenges.
If you need to be heard and validated for your emotions and your dreams about life, I will listen and respond to you. I have provided pastoral care to troubled church members and to troubled youth in group homes and in jail cell blocks for more that ten years. I work with families and children who's lives revolve around the issues of one or more family members struggles with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have provided group experiences for traumatized and delinquent youth. If I can help, I will help.
Emotion Focused Therapy ( EFT) touches many issues and brings clarity to people trying to overcome personal struggles and relationship challenges.
If you need to be heard and validated for your emotions and your dreams about life, I will listen and respond to you. I have provided pastoral care to troubled church members and to troubled youth in group homes and in jail cell blocks for more that ten years. I work with families and children who's lives revolve around the issues of one or more family members struggles with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have provided group experiences for traumatized and delinquent youth. If I can help, I will help.
Cathy Mairin (Formerly Marakovits)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30060
My approach to couples therapy is integrated, having trained in Imago therapy, the Gottman method, Emotionally Focused Couples therapy, Ellyn Bader's Developmental Model, amongst others.
I’ve had the privilege of assisting numerous couples find their way back to connected fulfilling relationships. Whether you are seeking to heal from the trauma of infidelity, eliminate painful patterns of communication, gain greater understanding of one another, be a better team, or light the spark between you again, I’d welcome the opportunity to provide a path to healing and reconnection. I will hold the hope for you as you learn new tools and understanding until you can hold the torch yourselves. I also work with individuals seeking to improve their mental health, relationships, overall sense of wellbeing, and meaning in life.
My approach to couples therapy is integrated, having trained in Imago therapy, the Gottman method, Emotionally Focused Couples therapy, Ellyn Bader's Developmental Model, amongst others.
I’ve had the privilege of assisting numerous couples find their way back to connected fulfilling relationships. Whether you are seeking to heal from the trauma of infidelity, eliminate painful patterns of communication, gain greater understanding of one another, be a better team, or light the spark between you again, I’d welcome the opportunity to provide a path to healing and reconnection. I will hold the hope for you as you learn new tools and understanding until you can hold the torch yourselves. I also work with individuals seeking to improve their mental health, relationships, overall sense of wellbeing, and meaning in life.
The Relationship House LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30064
We offer Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) for Individuals, Couples, and Families, as well as Emotionally Focused informed Sex Therapy.
We are a Relationship Therapy Center that specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). We are dedicated to helping couples, families, and individuals have healthy, long-lasting relationships. We are unique in our trauma informed and attachment based approach to emotional, mental, and relational health. We understand the complexity of relationships and have the skills to help you build strong, intimate bonds. As EFT informed therapists, we recognize that secure and responsive relationships decrease anxiety and depression, reduce stress, and improve physical health.
We offer Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) for Individuals, Couples, and Families, as well as Emotionally Focused informed Sex Therapy.
We are a Relationship Therapy Center that specializes in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). We are dedicated to helping couples, families, and individuals have healthy, long-lasting relationships. We are unique in our trauma informed and attachment based approach to emotional, mental, and relational health. We understand the complexity of relationships and have the skills to help you build strong, intimate bonds. As EFT informed therapists, we recognize that secure and responsive relationships decrease anxiety and depression, reduce stress, and improve physical health.
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I work primarily through Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, individuals and families.
Whatever has brought you to this site, my heart goes out to you. Communication problems, infidelity, loss of family member, balancing the demands of work and home, conflicts in blended families, childhood trauma, or substance abuse can wear your family and relationship thin. I want to help you find hope and a plan for moving forward. You are not alone. By looking through this site you are taking a courageous step toward finding help. Well done.
I work primarily through Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples, individuals and families.
Whatever has brought you to this site, my heart goes out to you. Communication problems, infidelity, loss of family member, balancing the demands of work and home, conflicts in blended families, childhood trauma, or substance abuse can wear your family and relationship thin. I want to help you find hope and a plan for moving forward. You are not alone. By looking through this site you are taking a courageous step toward finding help. Well done.
While I have experience with anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, and relational issues, my specialized training is in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) for couples and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for individuals.
I believe that, as humans, we have the innate ability to heal ourselves. Sometimes we just need a little guidance. It is important that we are always moving towards something, whether it’s a specific goal or just striving to be a better version of ourselves. But we get stuck in old patterns of thought and behavior. It can get better, and I would love to help you get there.
While I have experience with anxiety, stress, grief, trauma, and relational issues, my specialized training is in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) for couples and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for individuals.
I believe that, as humans, we have the innate ability to heal ourselves. Sometimes we just need a little guidance. It is important that we are always moving towards something, whether it’s a specific goal or just striving to be a better version of ourselves. But we get stuck in old patterns of thought and behavior. It can get better, and I would love to help you get there.
Dr. Naynette Kennett - Couples Specialist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067
I help couples learn how to navigate through relationship challenges by incorporating EFT & Gottman Methods to manage conflict, improve communication, and rebuild connections with their partner.
Are you feeling alone and frustrated about your life or your relationship/marriage? Are you feeling disconnected from your partner and want to rebuild your relationship? Are you experiencing some challenges in life or your relationship that have become too overwhelming? Do you often worry and unable to focus? Do feel alone or lonely in your life? Have you experienced trauma and don't know how to move forward? I know it can be hard to reach out for help and begin individual or couples therapy. Therapy is a safe space to explore and learn to thrive during difficult times in life.
I help couples learn how to navigate through relationship challenges by incorporating EFT & Gottman Methods to manage conflict, improve communication, and rebuild connections with their partner.
Are you feeling alone and frustrated about your life or your relationship/marriage? Are you feeling disconnected from your partner and want to rebuild your relationship? Are you experiencing some challenges in life or your relationship that have become too overwhelming? Do you often worry and unable to focus? Do feel alone or lonely in your life? Have you experienced trauma and don't know how to move forward? I know it can be hard to reach out for help and begin individual or couples therapy. Therapy is a safe space to explore and learn to thrive during difficult times in life.
Sade Bowman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30008 (Online Only)
CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Emotionally Focused Therapy is implemented to assist client's with developing a healthy mind and self-esteem.
Do you find yourself worried about the future because it seems like life is falling apart? You try talking to friends and family about your anxiety and depression, but no one understands you. Maybe, you are finding yourself unable to regulate your emotions because of all the pain pit up inside of you? Well, I am here to help you work through those complex emotions and thoughts from your traumatic past. Together, let's form a therapeutic alliance so that you can develop the skills and techniques to cope with your circumstances and rise above the trauma you have experienced. Please book a consultation to start your healing journey.
CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Emotionally Focused Therapy is implemented to assist client's with developing a healthy mind and self-esteem.
Do you find yourself worried about the future because it seems like life is falling apart? You try talking to friends and family about your anxiety and depression, but no one understands you. Maybe, you are finding yourself unable to regulate your emotions because of all the pain pit up inside of you? Well, I am here to help you work through those complex emotions and thoughts from your traumatic past. Together, let's form a therapeutic alliance so that you can develop the skills and techniques to cope with your circumstances and rise above the trauma you have experienced. Please book a consultation to start your healing journey.
Susan M Lasher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30006 (Online Only)
Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker, I have been helping your friends and neighbors in the Atlanta area for more than 40 years. My style is empathic; most people find me easy to talk to. I collaborate with you to discover where your growth is blocked and to build a more satisfying life on the foundation of strengths you already have, including any spiritual resources. I draw on social work's person-in-the-environment focus, cognitive-behavioral techniques, emotionally focused therapy, family systems theory, modern psychoanalytic theories, Eastern and 12-step philosophies, to guide our work together.
Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker, I have been helping your friends and neighbors in the Atlanta area for more than 40 years. My style is empathic; most people find me easy to talk to. I collaborate with you to discover where your growth is blocked and to build a more satisfying life on the foundation of strengths you already have, including any spiritual resources. I draw on social work's person-in-the-environment focus, cognitive-behavioral techniques, emotionally focused therapy, family systems theory, modern psychoanalytic theories, Eastern and 12-step philosophies, to guide our work together.
I have all advanced training completed in Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy ( EFT).
Life can be tough. We are all doing our best, and yet we can be faced with challenges that affect our mood, thoughts and ability to cope. If you are struggling with overwhelming emotions, life-threatening behaviors or ineffective patterns in relationships, then I can help you to regain inherent strengths, and build a life of purpose and peace. Whether you have a name for your struggle (Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, Panic Disorder) or you just know that you don't feel like yourself, I would love to navigate along side you.
I have all advanced training completed in Emotionally Focused Couple's Therapy ( EFT).
Life can be tough. We are all doing our best, and yet we can be faced with challenges that affect our mood, thoughts and ability to cope. If you are struggling with overwhelming emotions, life-threatening behaviors or ineffective patterns in relationships, then I can help you to regain inherent strengths, and build a life of purpose and peace. Whether you have a name for your struggle (Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, OCD, Panic Disorder) or you just know that you don't feel like yourself, I would love to navigate along side you.
Anastasia Bean-Moon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
My therapeutic approach is strength based and integrative, utilizing solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, emotionally focused therapy, and experiential methods. I believe the therapeutic relationship is vital. By utilizing a core humanistic approach, based on trust, nonjudgmental, and a genuine unconditional positive regard. I help clients gain insight into the past and evaluate present living to create a new perspective. Awareness of self and others, coping skills, and motivation of present living is explored to create new patterns of thought, new emotional responses, and new behaviors to not only heal and reach your goal but to thrive and live fully.
My therapeutic approach is strength based and integrative, utilizing solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, emotionally focused therapy, and experiential methods. I believe the therapeutic relationship is vital. By utilizing a core humanistic approach, based on trust, nonjudgmental, and a genuine unconditional positive regard. I help clients gain insight into the past and evaluate present living to create a new perspective. Awareness of self and others, coping skills, and motivation of present living is explored to create new patterns of thought, new emotional responses, and new behaviors to not only heal and reach your goal but to thrive and live fully.
Kristi Burgess
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MDiv, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30067 (Online Only)
Caught in the same pattern of repetitive conflict that leaves you both feeling distant and alone? Couples who find themselves in predictable and distressing arguments want to stop the cycle and repair the damage. A new, positive pattern of relating can create safety and security in your relationship and help you move from disconnection toward a heart-to-heart connection. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFT) has been proven to help 75 percent of couples improve and maintain their connection over time.
Caught in the same pattern of repetitive conflict that leaves you both feeling distant and alone? Couples who find themselves in predictable and distressing arguments want to stop the cycle and repair the damage. A new, positive pattern of relating can create safety and security in your relationship and help you move from disconnection toward a heart-to-heart connection. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy ( EFT) has been proven to help 75 percent of couples improve and maintain their connection over time.
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Kennesaw
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Marietta, GA 30066
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.
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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.