Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is highly effective in helping people understand and improve their emotional connection with themselves and others by identifying and transforming negative processing and interaction patterns that create distress. It is a unique form of therapy, with a humanistic approach, based primarily on attachment theory. It was developed by Sue Johnson, based on the principle that our emotions are central to our experiences and relationships. It suggests that we are naturally designed to have a sense of who we are that we can trust and from which we can be. This solid foundation allows for strong supportive bonds with others, and when these bonds are secure, we tend to be happier and healthier.
EFT is widely recognized for helping couples strengthen their relationships (known as Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy or EFCT), and is also extremely beneficial for individual therapy (EFIT) and family therapy (EFFT). For individual therapy (EFIT), it can be particularly helpful in dealing with feelings of depression, anxiety, or emotional aftershocks from traumatic events. For families (EFFT), it is used to deepen connections and repair strained relationships, making it an excellent option for families looking to improve their dynamics.