Emotionally Focused Therapists in Boston, MA
Dulcinea utilizes a collaborative strength based approach, in conjunction with cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, solution and emotionally focused modalities in therapy to help maintain the creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the goals of every unique individual.
Dulcinea Wetherell is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts who has years of experience partnering with adults of all ages seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, substance use, family stressors, loss and grief. She completed her Bachelor of Social Work from Wheelock College and received her Master of Social Work from Boston College.
Dulcinea utilizes a collaborative strength based approach, in conjunction with cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, solution and emotionally focused modalities in therapy to help maintain the creativity, flexibility and awareness necessary to best meet the goals of every unique individual.
Dulcinea Wetherell is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts who has years of experience partnering with adults of all ages seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, substance use, family stressors, loss and grief. She completed her Bachelor of Social Work from Wheelock College and received her Master of Social Work from Boston College.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy when working with couples in crisis.
More than half of my clients are couple's seeking help to navigate difficult conflicts in their relationship. Many are seeking support and guidance healing from the trauma of infidelity. Other couples are hoping to improve their connection, intimacy, and communication. I also work with adult individuals to help navigate attachment wounds, sexual dysfunction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My clients seek a safe space to overcome their inner conflicts, understand the dimensions of their being, and be seen and heard. I use interventions in sessions to help clients resolve conflicts and put words to their feelings.
I use Emotionally Focused Therapy when working with couples in crisis.
More than half of my clients are couple's seeking help to navigate difficult conflicts in their relationship. Many are seeking support and guidance healing from the trauma of infidelity. Other couples are hoping to improve their connection, intimacy, and communication. I also work with adult individuals to help navigate attachment wounds, sexual dysfunction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My clients seek a safe space to overcome their inner conflicts, understand the dimensions of their being, and be seen and heard. I use interventions in sessions to help clients resolve conflicts and put words to their feelings.
Hema Naraharisetty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02108 (Online Only)
I am trained in EMDR, BSP (Brain spotting), IFS , SE (somatic experience), The Sedona method, Theta healing, Tantra, Family Constellations, NLP, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Shamanism, mindfulness, Eastern non dual philosophy, EFT and past life regression.
Helping clients struggling with unhealthy relationship patterns, finding love, social anxiety, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, childhood trauma, are my interests. Spiritual guidance is my newly evolving skill and passion. Providing a safe place to discuss your struggles and challenges is my priority. Having various experiences with life, I operate from a nonjudgmental and curious standpoint. I use my expertise and knowledge in biology, psychology, trauma focused theories, eastern philosophy to help you evolve in mind-body, emotional and spiritual dimensions. Please checkout my website life tree transformation to learn more
I am trained in EMDR, BSP (Brain spotting), IFS , SE (somatic experience), The Sedona method, Theta healing, Tantra, Family Constellations, NLP, Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Shamanism, mindfulness, Eastern non dual philosophy, EFT and past life regression.
Helping clients struggling with unhealthy relationship patterns, finding love, social anxiety, anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, childhood trauma, are my interests. Spiritual guidance is my newly evolving skill and passion. Providing a safe place to discuss your struggles and challenges is my priority. Having various experiences with life, I operate from a nonjudgmental and curious standpoint. I use my expertise and knowledge in biology, psychology, trauma focused theories, eastern philosophy to help you evolve in mind-body, emotional and spiritual dimensions. Please checkout my website life tree transformation to learn more
Lisa I Chang (Chiang)
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02110 (Online Only)
I am certified in RT (Level II), trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), and also have a background in working with family systems.
As an emerging clinician who relocated from CA to MA, I bring the unique perspective of Restoration Therapy (RT). RT sheds light on how childhood injuries to identity and trust can still be unhelpfully affecting the ways we cope as adults. I am passionate about restoring identity, safety, and agency to clients, especially within the AAPI community. I know firsthand the intergenerational traumas and struggles with parent-child dynamics, self-worth, and acculturation. I hope to bridge the intergenerational gaps and facilitate compassion and confrontation to create a cohesive, individualized Asian and American story.
I am certified in RT (Level II), trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), and also have a background in working with family systems.
As an emerging clinician who relocated from CA to MA, I bring the unique perspective of Restoration Therapy (RT). RT sheds light on how childhood injuries to identity and trust can still be unhelpfully affecting the ways we cope as adults. I am passionate about restoring identity, safety, and agency to clients, especially within the AAPI community. I know firsthand the intergenerational traumas and struggles with parent-child dynamics, self-worth, and acculturation. I hope to bridge the intergenerational gaps and facilitate compassion and confrontation to create a cohesive, individualized Asian and American story.
I utilize Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy in my work with individuals impacted by complex and single incident trauma.
Hello! I'm Kevin, a Somatic and Emotion Centered Therapist with Wellworth Therapy. In my practice, I offer space for your authentic self to be seen and heard which invites you to experience holding and wholeness. This enables you to grow trust in yourself and be in true connection. I specialize in supporting trauma survivors to find healing by learning to regulate your nervous system, positively shifting your relationship with your emotions, and the impacts of your past. I welcome new clients into my practice and look forward to hearing from you.
I utilize Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems, and Emotionally Focused Therapy in my work with individuals impacted by complex and single incident trauma.
Hello! I'm Kevin, a Somatic and Emotion Centered Therapist with Wellworth Therapy. In my practice, I offer space for your authentic self to be seen and heard which invites you to experience holding and wholeness. This enables you to grow trust in yourself and be in true connection. I specialize in supporting trauma survivors to find healing by learning to regulate your nervous system, positively shifting your relationship with your emotions, and the impacts of your past. I welcome new clients into my practice and look forward to hearing from you.
Doug Todd, LMFT llc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135 (Online Only)
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who uses EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy), Soloution Focused, Systems, and Coactive Coaching .
Welcome to the first step in your exploration for change. It's probably safe to say that you are here because things could feel better in your life. We can't stop the change or eliminate suffering but we can begin to understand it and learn how to manage all that life throws our way. In an effort to reduce the stress and assist clients with life's challenges I offer secure telemedicine (video) sessions for couples and individuals. Reach out and allow me to team with you to manage what we can and allow these times to inspire positive change.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist who uses EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy), Soloution Focused, Systems, and Coactive Coaching .
Welcome to the first step in your exploration for change. It's probably safe to say that you are here because things could feel better in your life. We can't stop the change or eliminate suffering but we can begin to understand it and learn how to manage all that life throws our way. In an effort to reduce the stress and assist clients with life's challenges I offer secure telemedicine (video) sessions for couples and individuals. Reach out and allow me to team with you to manage what we can and allow these times to inspire positive change.
Blending years of experience with new advances in experiential psychotherapies, I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples ( EFT Certified), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Eye Movement and Reprocessing (EMDR Consultant), 3rd wave Cognitive Behavior Therapies (CBT), and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
Caring for couples and individuals has been my privilege and passion for over thirty years. I provide goal directed short-term and long-tern therapy in a warm, active, and collaborative style to help people solve problems and reach their potential. Treatments are tailored to each client's individual circumstances. Success in therapy reduces distress and creates new possibilities for living with greater ease, purpose, and joy. The skills acquired in therapy enable us to face future challenges with courage and confidence.
Blending years of experience with new advances in experiential psychotherapies, I specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples ( EFT Certified), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Eye Movement and Reprocessing (EMDR Consultant), 3rd wave Cognitive Behavior Therapies (CBT), and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
Caring for couples and individuals has been my privilege and passion for over thirty years. I provide goal directed short-term and long-tern therapy in a warm, active, and collaborative style to help people solve problems and reach their potential. Treatments are tailored to each client's individual circumstances. Success in therapy reduces distress and creates new possibilities for living with greater ease, purpose, and joy. The skills acquired in therapy enable us to face future challenges with courage and confidence.
Melanie Feldsher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02116 (Online Only)
My style is warm and collaborative taking an integrative approach; drawing from a variety of modalities, including Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Accepting New Clients (Individuals and Couples)-Life can feel really overwhelming at times, especially when you are trying to manage the daily grind, while also being present in your personal and professional relationships. When you have a busy and demanding life your personal relationships often take a back burner and it’s hard to deal with problems effectively in the moment. Sometimes it’s easier to numb out or avoid with unhealthy habits. But, eventually these habits leave you feeling more stressed and disconnected, and problems that once appeared small snowball into larger issues.
My style is warm and collaborative taking an integrative approach; drawing from a variety of modalities, including Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Accepting New Clients (Individuals and Couples)-Life can feel really overwhelming at times, especially when you are trying to manage the daily grind, while also being present in your personal and professional relationships. When you have a busy and demanding life your personal relationships often take a back burner and it’s hard to deal with problems effectively in the moment. Sometimes it’s easier to numb out or avoid with unhealthy habits. But, eventually these habits leave you feeling more stressed and disconnected, and problems that once appeared small snowball into larger issues.
I am currently accepting new clients, Monday-Wednesday availability. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced in supporting young adults, and adults through the challenges of life to reach a place of comfort. I specialize in working with individuals who experience mental health concerns, including, but not limited to, depression/anxiety, life transitions, trauma, mood disorders, stress management, and relationship concerns. My work is versatile as I utilize my passions to support individuals to make positive progress toward their goals.
I am currently accepting new clients, Monday-Wednesday availability. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor experienced in supporting young adults, and adults through the challenges of life to reach a place of comfort. I specialize in working with individuals who experience mental health concerns, including, but not limited to, depression/anxiety, life transitions, trauma, mood disorders, stress management, and relationship concerns. My work is versatile as I utilize my passions to support individuals to make positive progress toward their goals.
I am a well known, respected psychologist and sex therapist with a national and international reputation, AASECT certified since 1996. Clinically, I am warm, innovative, active, and effective. Multiple certifications in types of therapy, including EMDR, Sensorimotor therapy for trauma. Training in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, hypnosis, and AEDP for couples. Author of 3 commercially published books, I have been cited by my peers in the literature on sexuality and relationships since 1992. You will know if I am right for you in one session, promise! See website for a wealth of information and articles. SexSmart.com
I am a well known, respected psychologist and sex therapist with a national and international reputation, AASECT certified since 1996. Clinically, I am warm, innovative, active, and effective. Multiple certifications in types of therapy, including EMDR, Sensorimotor therapy for trauma. Training in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, hypnosis, and AEDP for couples. Author of 3 commercially published books, I have been cited by my peers in the literature on sexuality and relationships since 1992. You will know if I am right for you in one session, promise! See website for a wealth of information and articles. SexSmart.com
Aleia Mangano
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02199 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am dedicated to providing affirming and trauma-responsive care, rooted in social justice-oriented, anti-oppressive values, and grounded in the belief that each of us has the innate capacity for healing, growth, and meaningful connection. I believe in the transformative power of the client-therapist alliance, emphasizing trust, empathy, and authenticity to build strong therapeutic relationships where clients may feel accepted, validated, and empowered. I offer a collaborative and compassionate approach, integrating a blend of relational, psychodynamic, cognitive, and somatic therapies in my practice.
I am dedicated to providing affirming and trauma-responsive care, rooted in social justice-oriented, anti-oppressive values, and grounded in the belief that each of us has the innate capacity for healing, growth, and meaningful connection. I believe in the transformative power of the client-therapist alliance, emphasizing trust, empathy, and authenticity to build strong therapeutic relationships where clients may feel accepted, validated, and empowered. I offer a collaborative and compassionate approach, integrating a blend of relational, psychodynamic, cognitive, and somatic therapies in my practice.
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Analisa Savini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02201 (Online Only)
Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker practicing remotely with clients in Massachussetts. She is passionate about helping clients create lasting change by exploring attachment styles and addressing maladaptive coping strategies and relational dysfunction head-on. Her go-to treatment modalities are IFS, CBT, DBT, and EFT. As a trauma therapist, Analisa understands that “the body keeps the score”, and emphasizes the importance of releasing trauma stored in the body through movement and somatic healing techniques.
Analisa is a Licensed Independent Certified Social Worker practicing remotely with clients in Massachussetts. She is passionate about helping clients create lasting change by exploring attachment styles and addressing maladaptive coping strategies and relational dysfunction head-on. Her go-to treatment modalities are IFS, CBT, DBT, and EFT. As a trauma therapist, Analisa understands that “the body keeps the score”, and emphasizes the importance of releasing trauma stored in the body through movement and somatic healing techniques.
Kimberly Schildbach
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215 (Online Only)
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Attachment Theory will help us get to the heart of the matter, explore your past, grow in confidence, and build healthy relationship skills.
I see couples and individuals. Do the fights with your partner follow the same pattern? Does one of you want to talk it out and the other wants some space? Has a painful experience or betrayal such as infidelity, loss, or reproductive trauma l eft you both feeling alone and shaken? You long for a playful and loving connection and I can help you get there. I help highly motivated clients and couples like you learn to understand themselves and each other again. I'm successful at what I do, and right now you need an expert to guide you.
My training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and Attachment Theory will help us get to the heart of the matter, explore your past, grow in confidence, and build healthy relationship skills.
I see couples and individuals. Do the fights with your partner follow the same pattern? Does one of you want to talk it out and the other wants some space? Has a painful experience or betrayal such as infidelity, loss, or reproductive trauma l eft you both feeling alone and shaken? You long for a playful and loving connection and I can help you get there. I help highly motivated clients and couples like you learn to understand themselves and each other again. I'm successful at what I do, and right now you need an expert to guide you.
I am trained in multiple modalities including sex therapy, relationship therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused couple's therapy.
I am a humanistic, certified sex therapist with a sharp wit, a generous dose of humor, and an intense but kind focus on core issues. Some of my clients are working toward feeling more connected in their relationships. Some are working to heal from traumas of the past. Most are looking for an expert therapist, who having tried multiple therapists, need a more comprehensive, philosophically grounded, deeper, and richer experience of self-exploration and healing. My goal is for my clients to experience a connection they may have never felt that helps them build insight, understanding, and the courage and power to heal and grow.
I am trained in multiple modalities including sex therapy, relationship therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and emotionally focused couple's therapy.
I am a humanistic, certified sex therapist with a sharp wit, a generous dose of humor, and an intense but kind focus on core issues. Some of my clients are working toward feeling more connected in their relationships. Some are working to heal from traumas of the past. Most are looking for an expert therapist, who having tried multiple therapists, need a more comprehensive, philosophically grounded, deeper, and richer experience of self-exploration and healing. My goal is for my clients to experience a connection they may have never felt that helps them build insight, understanding, and the courage and power to heal and grow.
Through an Emotionally Focused approach grounded in attachment theory, couples and individuals gain insight into and transform their emotional reactions within a nurturing and secure setting, nurturing stronger bonds and intimacy within their relationships.
My practice is: Queer/ Trans-affirming, Neurodiversity-affirming, Body positive, Fat positive, Sex positive, Kink-affirming, and Poly/Non-Monogamy-affirming. I work with individuals and relationships. I like to establish up front that I am a safe person to correct, call-out, interrupt, disagree and argue with. It will not impact our therapeutic relationship. You are the expert of your own life.
Through an Emotionally Focused approach grounded in attachment theory, couples and individuals gain insight into and transform their emotional reactions within a nurturing and secure setting, nurturing stronger bonds and intimacy within their relationships.
My practice is: Queer/ Trans-affirming, Neurodiversity-affirming, Body positive, Fat positive, Sex positive, Kink-affirming, and Poly/Non-Monogamy-affirming. I work with individuals and relationships. I like to establish up front that I am a safe person to correct, call-out, interrupt, disagree and argue with. It will not impact our therapeutic relationship. You are the expert of your own life.
I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities, which include CBT, DBT, EFT, EMDR and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
As the founder and clinical director of Meridian Psychotherapy Associates, I am here to provide you with the support you deserve. We have a talented and compassionate team of clinical psychotherapists that have worked extensively with individuals, couples and families. The majority of individuals we help are working on managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss. Meridian Psychotherapy Associates strives to provide a compassionate, safe and judgement-free space to talk and heal. Whether it is relationship difficulty or the stressors of day to day life, your lived experience should and will be heard.
I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities, which include CBT, DBT, EFT, EMDR and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
As the founder and clinical director of Meridian Psychotherapy Associates, I am here to provide you with the support you deserve. We have a talented and compassionate team of clinical psychotherapists that have worked extensively with individuals, couples and families. The majority of individuals we help are working on managing anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss. Meridian Psychotherapy Associates strives to provide a compassionate, safe and judgement-free space to talk and heal. Whether it is relationship difficulty or the stressors of day to day life, your lived experience should and will be heard.
It's an honor to have you here. My name is Gabby, I'm an open-hearted therapist with over eight years of experience helping individuals alchemize their self-limiting narratives and behaviors. I support people experiencing overwhelming emotions, grief, relationship challenges, work or school stress, difficult life transitions, mind-body disconnection, or just feeling stuck and wanting somewhere to land/process what's going on. My education is in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Holistic Studies, and I currently utilize experiential/somatic, relational, and emotionally-focused psychotherapies in my practice.
It's an honor to have you here. My name is Gabby, I'm an open-hearted therapist with over eight years of experience helping individuals alchemize their self-limiting narratives and behaviors. I support people experiencing overwhelming emotions, grief, relationship challenges, work or school stress, difficult life transitions, mind-body disconnection, or just feeling stuck and wanting somewhere to land/process what's going on. My education is in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Holistic Studies, and I currently utilize experiential/somatic, relational, and emotionally-focused psychotherapies in my practice.
Elizabeth Anderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
I am a certified EFT couples therapist.
Psychotherapy helps people face what is difficult in their lives. Beyond providing relief and support, growth in therapy leads to increased agency and purpose, more satisfying relationships, and to greater spontaneity and flexibility. I see people with complex histories who present with anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. I am engaged, committed and practical in my approach to helping people. I continue to train in experiential dynamic therapy models, which help clients access emotions and outgrow longstanding and broken coping strategies. These models include AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples) and ISTDP (Intensive Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy).
I am a certified EFT couples therapist.
Psychotherapy helps people face what is difficult in their lives. Beyond providing relief and support, growth in therapy leads to increased agency and purpose, more satisfying relationships, and to greater spontaneity and flexibility. I see people with complex histories who present with anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. I am engaged, committed and practical in my approach to helping people. I continue to train in experiential dynamic therapy models, which help clients access emotions and outgrow longstanding and broken coping strategies. These models include AEDP (Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy), IFS (Internal Family Systems), EFT ( Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples) and ISTDP (Intensive Short-term Dynamic Psychotherapy).
I'm experienced in several attachment and trauma-informed therapies: EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Image Transformation Therapy.
I work with individuals, couples and families looking for understanding, safety and connection in their lives. Whether the difficulty and pain you experience comes from trauma, neglect, abandonment or relationship conflict I believe you have the capacity and right to heal, feel good and live a good life; and that you can! I've worked with people recovering from childhood neglect, sexual and emotional abuse and the lack of connection that comes from preoccupied, distant, disconnected and or self absorbed parents. I'm constantly amazed at the power of this work.
I'm experienced in several attachment and trauma-informed therapies: EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Image Transformation Therapy.
I work with individuals, couples and families looking for understanding, safety and connection in their lives. Whether the difficulty and pain you experience comes from trauma, neglect, abandonment or relationship conflict I believe you have the capacity and right to heal, feel good and live a good life; and that you can! I've worked with people recovering from childhood neglect, sexual and emotional abuse and the lack of connection that comes from preoccupied, distant, disconnected and or self absorbed parents. I'm constantly amazed at the power of this work.
Stuck? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Stressed out? Unhappy and not living the life you want to be living? As a compassionate, spiritually-oriented therapist/coach/energy healer with over 30 years of experience, my heartfelt intention is to work with you to change this, so you may experience greater happiness, freedom and peace. I use powerful techniques, including SRT (Spiritual Response Technique), EFT or Tapping, TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), The Emotion Code, ZPoint and Gentle Reprocessing for healing and transformation. I also teach Heart Rhythm Meditation.
Stuck? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Stressed out? Unhappy and not living the life you want to be living? As a compassionate, spiritually-oriented therapist/coach/energy healer with over 30 years of experience, my heartfelt intention is to work with you to change this, so you may experience greater happiness, freedom and peace. I use powerful techniques, including SRT (Spiritual Response Technique), EFT or Tapping, TAT (Tapas Acupressure Technique), The Emotion Code, ZPoint and Gentle Reprocessing for healing and transformation. I also teach Heart Rhythm Meditation.
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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.