"The most functional way to regulate difficult emotions in love relationships is to share them”.
- Sue Johnson
EFT is ...
Used to address distress felt in intimate relationships and families by focusing on connecting and improving emotional attachment.
Thinking about EFT is valuable because ...
We are social beings that thrive when feeling a sense of connectedness to others. Fear of abandonment may be knowingly (or unknowingly) triggering an emotional response and contributing to strain felt in intimate relationships.
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Working towards a better understanding of the emotional responses of ourselves and loved ones can strengthen relationships.
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Reinforcing existing positive bonds and increasing closeness and connection in intimate relationships can create secure lasting connections between partners and family members.
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