Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) was developed by Dr. Sue Johnson nearly 40 years ago, expanding on Dr. Les Greenberg’s Emotion-Focused Therapy by integrating attachment theory to deepen emotional connection. By addressing the emotions behind conflicts, EFT helps individuals, couples, and families recognize and reshape negative interaction patterns, fostering greater emotional openness and secure bonds in their relationships.
EFIT focuses on helping individuals explore their emotional experiences and enhance their self-awareness. This approach fosters personal growth by addressing negative patterns that may impact relationships and overall well-being.
EFCT is tailored specifically for couples, emphasizing the importance of emotional attachment and bonding. This approach helps partners identify and change their interaction patterns, leading to improved emotional safety and intimacy in their relationship.
EFFT extends EFT principles to family dynamics, strengthening emotional bonds among family members. By addressing the unique challenges within family relationships, EFFT helps families improve communication and support one another through difficulties.
EFT recognizes that our need for emotional connection mirrors the attachment bonds we form in childhood. This understanding allows partners to reconnect and feel valued and secure.
EFT identifies and disrupts destructive cycles of interaction that prevent intimacy and connection, replacing them with positive patterns that foster trust.
The primary goal of EFT is to create a safe emotional environment, allowing partners to become secure bases for one another. This leads to deeper emotional intimacy and effective communication.
With a stronger emotional bond, partners can communicate more openly and manage conflicts with greater understanding and compassion.
Research shows that individuals, couples, and families who engage in EFT experience sustained improvements in their relationships long after therapy ends.
AZEFT is an affiliated Center of the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)
