EFT is a structured, evidence-based approach to therapy that focuses on understanding and improving emotional connections in relationships. It helps couples and individuals identify negative patterns, strengthen emotional bonds, and build secure and lasting attachments.

EFT is suitable for couples looking to improve communication, resolve conflicts, or reconnect emotionally. It’s also effective for individuals dealing with relationship challenges, attachment issues, or emotional pain related to past or present experiences.

While I specialize in couples therapy, I also provide individual counseling for those seeking to explore their relationships, emotional patterns, or personal growth.

Unlike other approaches that may focus on problem-solving or communication techniques, EFT dives deeper into the emotional needs and attachment dynamics underlying conflicts. It helps couples create lasting emotional security.

EFT sessions involve identifying the negative interaction patterns in your relationship, exploring the underlying emotions and attachment needs fueling those patterns and learning to respond to each other with more softness, vulnerability and openness.

Attachment needs are the fundamental human desires for safety, connection, and support in relationships. EFT helps partners recognize and meet each other’s attachment needs, fostering a secure and loving bond.

Most EFT processes take 8–20 sessions, depending on the couple’s challenges and goals. However, progress depends on each couple’s willingness to engage in the work.

Yes, EFT has been successful in helping couples on the brink of separation by addressing the emotional disconnection and rebuilding trust and intimacy. It can also provide clarity if separation is the best decision.

EFT is designed to help even those who find it hard to articulate or connect with their emotions. The therapist provides a safe space and guidance to uncover and express feelings at a comfortable pace.

Absolutely. EFT helps couples process the pain of betrayal, rebuild trust, and address the emotional wounds that infidelity often causes. It focuses on understanding and healing the attachment bond.

No, EFT also highlights positive emotions and moments of connection. While understanding conflict is essential, the goal is to strengthen love, empathy, and joy in the relationship.

You’ll notice improvements such as: feeling more emotionally connected to and intimacy with your partner, decreasing conflict and misunderstandings and experiencing greater trust and openness in the relationship.

Yes, EFT is one of the most evidence-based approaches to couples therapy. Research shows it has a success rate of 70–75% in creating positive relationship changes, with 90% of couples reporting significant improvements.

Yes, EFT is inclusive and effective for couples of all backgrounds, orientations, and relationship structures. It focuses on the universal need for emotional connection.

No, sessions do not have to be recorded. Recording is entirely optional and would only occur with your explicit consent. When sessions are recorded, it allows the therapist to seek guidance and feedback from a supervisor or peer consultation group. This ensures the therapist can refine their approach and provide the best possible support to you.