"Love is a constant process of tuning in, connecting, missing and misreading cues, disconnecting, repairing, and finding deeper connection. It is a dance of meeting and parting and finding each other again, minute by minute and day by day."

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a evidence-based approach that uses the science of attachment relationships and the power of emotions to support healing, strengthen relationships, and improve overall wellbeing. Its primary developer is Dr. Sue Johnson.  For decades, EFT has been a gold-standard couples therapy backed by research that is effectively practiced with couples, families, and individuals. 

Building secure, loving relationships brings enormous benefits to both our mental health and our overall wellbeing.

On a personal level, secure attachment is linked with:

• Better coping and resilience 
• Higher self-esteem and confidence
• Curiosity and openness to learning
• Emotional regulation
• The ability to understand and reflect on your thoughts and emotions
• A stronger sense of belonging
   

Socially, secure attachment supports:

• Greater empathy and compassion
• Stronger communication and attunement with others
• Openness to people who are different from us
• A deeper sense of connection in our relationships
   

As Sue Johnson explains, research shows that: “A stable, loving relationship is the absolute cornerstone of human happiness and general wellbeing.”
 

These benefits are why Emotionally Focused Therapy places such importance on helping people build and sustain secure, supportive relationships.