Couples therapy is one of the most challenging approaches in our field—yet most therapists spend years winging it before feeling secure in the work. Clinicians new to it often learn trial by fire, which can lead to ineffective and very frustrating outcomes for all involved. Even more seasoned therapists avail themselves of training to manage this difficult population. In the interests of helping both new and seasoned therapists navigate these rough waters, we’re thrilled to present this groundbreaking series on Emotionally Focused Therapy with expert trainer Rebecca Jorgensen. Here, you’ll find a clear framework for transforming relationships using the evidence-based method’s proven techniques.

Volume 4, the final title in this series, offers an in-depth look at the most common clinical challenges of the method. Jorgensen (as interviewed by Victor Yalom) begins with an overview of oft-encountered impasses. She then focuses in on each one, deconstructing incidents, reframing them in terms of attachment, and showing how various clinicians handle them. Jorgensen and her team of colleagues demonstrate actual EFT sessions with five couples, illustrating how corrective experiences look in the room. She even includes clinical misses here, for a very accessible guide that normalizes these challenges and helps reassure therapists that repair is indeed possible.

Between reestablishing the therapeutic alliance, keeping the focus on primary emotions, and gently but firmly restructuring interactions, this video offers the support you need to refresh your work with couples. If you’re in search of must-have EFT resources, look no further than this 4-video series.

By watching this video, you will:
• Understand the main obstacles EFT therapists face with couples.
• Find core EFT interventions for maintaining the alliance, managing reactivity, and working with trauma.
• Learn to reinforce your attachment-based lens in order to stay focused on a couple’s relational process.