The Emotionally Focused Therapy Podcast

EFT externships, LGBTQ+ therapy, and dementia: What therapists need to know!

Michael Preston talks with Sandra Taylor of the British Emotionally Focused Therapy Center about what makes EFT externships powerful in person, how to prepare for a four-day training, and what therapists often miss when working with LGBTQ+ couples.

Sandra also shares deeply personal, clinically rich reflections on working with couples facing dementia, including grief, connection, and the idea of “rementing.”

To Join Sandra, Sarah, and Michael along with the rest of the BEFT Centre Training team in Edinburgh visit:
https://www.beftcentre.org/efct-in-person-edinburgh-oct-2026/

To learn more about working with Michael Preston for supervision visit www.michaelprestonlpc.comDon't forget to follow The Emotionally Focused Therapy Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast.Attribution:Intro MusicPalms Down by Blue Dot Palms Down by ⁠Blue Dot Session dfrv4qmi

Michael Preston talks with Laurie Watson about why sex belongs in couples therapy from the very first session, how sexual and emotional cycles intersect, and how attachment shapes desire, vulnerability, and repair. Laurie shares a practical EFT lens for understanding sexual pursuer-withdrawer patterns, coercion, shame, affair recovery, and how therapists can normalize sexual conversation without taking over the couple’s work.

To Preorder Laurie and George's new book Brave Love, Great Sex visit https://www.amazon.com/Brave-Love-Great-Sex-Relationships/dp/B0G7CTTFTK

To learn more about working with Michael Preston for supervision visit www.michaelprestonlpc.com

Don't forget to follow The Emotionally Focused Therapy Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcast.

EFT Intensives with Kelly Bourque

Michael Preston talks with Kelly Bourque, resident EFT intensive specialist, about how to screen couples, structure EFT intensives, and decide whether this model is the right fit for a therapist or a couple. Kelly shares the practical systems she has refined over years of doing intensives full time, plus the pacing, safety, and follow-up work that make the model effective.In this episode, they focus on what actually changes in an intensive, what does not change, and why clarity matters more than trying to force a breakthrough. Kelly also explains how her training and e-course help therapists prepare with paperwork, consult structure, and realistic expectations.

To learn more about attending Kelly's EFT intensives trainings visit
www.RedTherapyGroup.com

As always to work with EFT Trainers Michael Barnett or Dr. Silvina Irwin visit their websites:
www.MichaelBarnettlpc.com
www.DrSilvinaIrwin.com

To work with EFT Supervisor Michael Preston visit his website:
www.MichaelPrestonLPC.com

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In this episode of the Emotionally Focused Therapy Podcast, Michael Preston and Katarina Sandizell explore the nuances of integrating psychoeducation within EFT sessions while maintaining emotional engagement. They discuss strategies for therapists to stay authentic, avoid over-explaining, and foster client vulnerability—all while navigating their own personal and attachment patterns.

LINKS
To Learn more about Joining the EFT Deliberate Practice Group that will start in September, Go to:
www.michaelprestonlpc.com/tango

To learn about working with Katarina visit
www.lovefrontiertherapy.com

As always to work with EFT Trainers Michael Barnett or Dr. Silvina Irwin visit their websites:
www.MichaelBarnettlpc.com
www.DrSilvinaIrwin.com

To work with EFT Supervisor Michael Preston visit his website:
www.MichaelPrestonLPC.com

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Navigating EFT with the LGBTQIA+ Community: Insights from Matthew HarrisIn this episode, Michael Preston is joined by Matthew Harris, an EFT supervisor with a rich background in working with LGBTQIA+ clients. They explore how EFT can be adapted to better serve sexual and gender minority populations, emphasizing authenticity, curiosity, and cultural humility. Whether you're new to this community or seeking to deepen your practice, this conversation offers practical insights and inspiring reflections.

LINKS
To Learn more about Joining the EFT Deliberate Practice Group that will start in September, Go to:
www.michaelprestonlpc.com/tango

To learn about working with Matthew Harris visit
www.matthewharrismft.com

As always to work with EFT Trainers Michael Barnett or Dr. Silvina Irwin visit their websites:
www.MichaelBarnettlpc.com
www.DrSilvinaIrwin.com

To work with EFT Supervisor Michael Preston visit his website:
www.MichaelPrestonLPC.com

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