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Introduction to Emotionally Focused Therapy — Theory and Practice

March 12, 2025
5:30 pm
-     7:00 pm
ET
Presenter(s): Irina Wen, PhD

1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits

In this presentation, we will review the foundational principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), an attachment-based model developed by Dr. Susan Johnson. We will discuss how EFT can be applied in working with couples, individuals, and families. Together, we will explore the EFT process, steps, and stages, review essential interventions, and discuss ways to integrate this model effectively into practice.

Learning Objectives

  • Participants will be able to name at least 3 main EFT interventions and apply them in their practice. 
  • Participants will be able to articulate the principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and explain how these principles inform the therapeutic process.
  • Participants will be able to recognize differences between EFT and other therapeutic models. 

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Funding for this initiative was made possible by cooperative agreement no. 1H79TI086770 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.


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