John Wiley & Sons Inc Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy For Dummies

Features case studies and real-life examples of emotionally focused therapy couples therapy, providing strategies and tools for dealing with unpleasant emotions and responding constructively to complex relationship issues. Featuring case studies and real-life examples of EFT in action, this introduction to the ground-breaking therapy provides simple, proven strategies and tools for dealing with unpleasant emotions and responding constructively to complex relationship issues. Original. A practical, down-to-earth guide to using the world's most successful approach to couples therapyOne of the most successful therapeutic approaches to healing dysfunctional relationships, emotionally focused couples therapy provides clients with powerful insights into how and why they may be suppressing their emotions and teaches them practical ways to deal with those feelings more constructively for improved relationships. Unlike cognitive-behavioural therapy, which provides effective short-term coping skills, emotionally focused therapy often is prescribed as a second-stage treatment for couples with lingering emotional difficulties. Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy For Dummies introduces readers to this ground-breaking therapy, offering simple, proven strategies and tools for dealing with problems with bonding, attachment and emotions, the universal cornerstones of healthy relationships.An indispensable resource for readers who would like to manage their relationship problems independently through home studyDelivers powerful techniques for dealing with unpleasant emotions, rather than repressing them and for responding constructively to complex relationship issuesThe perfect introduction to EFT basics for therapists considering expanding their practices to include emotionally focused therapy methodsPacked with fascinating and instructive case studies and examples of EFT in action, from the authors' case filesProvides valuable guidance on finding, selecting and working with the right EFT certified therapist Autorid: Brent Bradley, James Furrow