An Overview of EFT
What is EFT?
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is a proven approach to therapy that focuses on understanding and transforming emotions to create healthier relationships and promote emotional well-being. At its core, EFT recognizes the importance of emotions in shaping our behaviors, thoughts, and interactions with others. By exploring and addressing underlying emotional patterns, EFT helps individuals, couples, and families foster deeper connections and overcome relationship challenges.
Individual Therapy with EFT
In individual therapy, EFT provides a safe and supportive space for clients to explore and process their emotions. Therapists trained in EFT help clients identify and understand their emotional experiences, including any patterns of avoidance or suppression. Through empathetic listening and validation, clients learn to express and regulate their emotions more effectively, leading to increased self-awareness and personal growth. EFT also helps individuals develop healthier coping strategies and overcome emotional barriers that may be holding them back.
Couples Therapy with EFT
In couples therapy, EFT focuses on repairing and strengthening the emotional bond between partners. Therapists trained in EFT help couples identify and communicate their emotional needs and vulnerabilities, fostering greater intimacy and understanding. By addressing underlying emotional patterns and attachment dynamics, couples learn to navigate conflicts more constructively and rebuild trust and connection. EFT equips couples with practical tools and strategies to deepen their emotional connection and create a more fulfilling relationship.
Family Therapy with EFT
In family therapy, EFT helps families address relational patterns and dynamics that may be contributing to conflict or disconnection. Therapists trained in EFT work with families to identify and explore the underlying emotions driving their interactions. By promoting empathy and understanding among family members, EFT helps strengthen bonds and foster healthier communication and problem-solving skills. EFT also addresses systemic issues within the family unit, empowering families to create a more supportive and harmonious environment.
Why Choose EFT?
Choosing EFT means choosing a therapy approach that prioritizes emotions and relationships. EFT offers a research-based framework for understanding and addressing emotional issues within the context of relationships. Whether you're seeking individual therapy to explore your own emotions, couples therapy to improve your relationship, or family therapy to strengthen family bonds, EFT provides a proven pathway to healing and growth. With the support of a skilled EFT therapist, you can develop the emotional awareness and relational skills needed to create lasting change and build healthier, more fulfilling connections with yourself and others.
Meet Our EFT Therapy Team
Shiva Safari Clinical Director - MA, RP, MFT
- Clinical Director - MAMFT, Registered Psychotherapist, Marriage and Family Therapist
- She/Her/Hers