The Practice of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy: Creating Connection

Published for the first time in 1996, "The Practice of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy" has long served as a vital resource for therapists, supervisors, and students dedicated to the practice of emotionally focused therapy (EFT). The innovative third edition incorporates the latest shifts in couple therapy, showcasing updated research findings that enhance clinical interventions and expand the understanding of emotion regulation, adult attachment, and neuroscience. This edition also highlights the dynamic application of EFT in addressing a multitude of issues, such as depression, anxiety, sexual disorders, and PTSD.The book introduces a variety of micro-interventions that can be employed during EFT sessions with couples, and offers a structured explanation of a comprehensive set of interventions known as the EFT Tango. Clinical examples are woven throughout the text to vividly illustrate the transformative process that occurs in sessions. Additionally, two detailed case chapters provide thorough analyses of EFT sessions, illustrating the different stages involved. Authored by a leading expert in emotionally focused therapy, this third edition stands as an indispensable guide for mental health professionals working in the realms of couple and marital therapy, covering all facets of EFT application.