KEYWORDS: Emotionally Focused Therapy, EFT, couples therapy, emotional connection, therapy podcast, relationship dynamics, attachment theory, therapy community, emotional healing, psychotherapy SUMMARY: In the first episode of the Emotionally Focused Therapy Podcast, hosts Michael Preston and Michael Barnett introduce the concept of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and share their personal journeys in the field. They discuss the importance of community in EFT, the challenges of learning the model, and the significance of connection in therapy. The episode outlines the structure of EFT, including the assessment phase, stage one (de-escalation), and stage two (Restructuring Bonds), and Stage 3 (Consolidation), emphasizing the need for therapists to navigate the complexities of couples therapy. The hosts aim to demystify the model and provide listeners with practical insights and tools for effective therapy.TAKEAWAYSEFT is a journey that requires community support.Building relationships is central to the EFT model.The assessment phase is crucial for understanding clients' stories.Stage one focuses on de-escalating conflict in couples.Stage two involves deepening emotional connections.Therapists must navigate the complexities of modern relationships.Connection is a fundamental human need in therapy.EFT provides a structured approach to therapy.Understanding attachment is key to effective therapy.The podcast aims to simplify and clarify the EFT model.Exploring the Heart of Emotionally Focused TherapyBuilding Community in EFT"EFT is both simple and difficult.""We have a map and we have a path.""We are part of a system now."TITLESIntroduction to the Emotionally Focused Therapy Podcast 03:02The Journey of Emotionally Focused Therapy 05:49Building Community in EFT 08:30The Art and Science of EFT 10:36Navigating Complexity in Couples Therapy 11:30 The Evolution of Therapy Practices 14:19 Learning and Mastering EFT 16:10 The Artistic Nature of Therapy 18:18 Challenges in Modern Therapy 21:06The Gold Standard of Couples Therapy 22:31 Understanding Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) 23:37The Assessment Phase in EFT 30:09Exploring Individual Histories and Attachment 35:45 Stage One: De-escalation and Understanding Cycles 40:02Stage Two: Deep Emotional Work and Healing 44:29 Consolidating Learning and Moving Forward
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The Emotionally Focused Intro! (video)
Welcome to the Emotionally Focused Podcast! Join EFT Trainer Michael Barnett and EFT Supervisor Michael Preston for the initial season of The EFT Podcast: Foundations. Together we will be exploring the Art, Heart, and Science of Emotionally Focused Therapy. Come Join us for the conversation.The Emotionally Focused Podcast Season 1 Foundations, will air on Tuesday July 1st @ 8:00am EST. New Episode will be published every other week at the same time! Follow the show to stay in the know!
The Emotionally Focused Therapy Podcast explores the art, heart, and science of EFT. Hosted by EFT Trainer Michael Barnett and EFT Supervisor Michael Preston, each episode offers deep insights, real conversations, and practical wisdom for therapists learning and leaning into EFT.
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