Emotionally Focused Therapy

Written By Peta Stinson

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a type of counselling that helps people better understand their emotions and how these emotions shape their relationships. Often used with couples, EFT focuses on identifying patterns that create distance or conflict and replacing them with new ways of connecting. By working through emotions together in a safe space, EFT helps repair bonds, build trust, and strengthen relationships.

Benefits of Emotionally Focused Therapy:

  • Rebuild trust and deepen emotional closeness in relationships

  • Heal attachment wounds and reduce patterns of conflict or withdrawal

  • Feel more secure, supported, and understood, both in yourself and with your partner

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Frameworks
Internal Family Systems

A therapy model that helps individuals understand, connect with, and harmonize their inner “parts” to promote deep emotional healing, self-leadership, and internal balance.

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Emotionally Focused Therapy

A short-term, attachment-based approach helping individuals and couples manage emotions to strengthen relationships and emotional well-being.

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Dialectical Behavioural Therapy

Helps individuals manage emotions, handle distress, build healthier relationships, and practice mindfulness by balancing acceptance with meaningful change.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

A structured approach to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, promoting healthier patterns and coping strategies for lasting emotional well-being.

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