{"product_id":"emotionally-focused-couple-therapy-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBrent Bradley\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJames Furrow\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA practical, down-to-earth guide to using the world's most successful approach to couple therapy\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the most successful therapeutic approaches to healing dysfunctional relationships, emotionally focused couple 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. \u003ci\u003eEmotionally Focused Couple Therapy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn indispensable resource for readers who would like to manage their relationship problems independently through home study\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelivers powerful techniques for dealing with unpleasant emotions, rather than repressing them and for responding constructively to complex relationship issues\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe perfect introduction to EFT basics for therapists considering expanding their practices to include emotionally focused therapy methods\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePacked with fascinating and instructive case studies and examples of EFT in action, from the authors' case files\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides valuable guidance on finding, selecting and working with the right EFT certified therapist\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearn to: \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrasp the basics of emotionally focused therapy (EFT)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork more effectively with the emotions essential to lasting love\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMend complex issues in your relationship\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA down-to-earth guide to one of the world's leading approaches to couple therapy!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmotionally focused therapy (EFT) helps you find deeper satisfaction and more effective ways to connect with your partner at a profound emotional level by teaching you powerful ways to transform negative patterns and to build a stronger bond. \u003ci\u003eEmotionally Focused Couple Therapy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e will introduce you to this ground-breaking therapy, which has been consistently proven to be one of the most successful therapies for couples wanting to improve their relationships and resolve chronic couple distress and dissatisfaction. \u003ci\u003eEmotionally Focused Couple Therapy For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is your one-stop resource to this increasingly popular approach to healing relationships. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003cli\u003eStart with the basics of EFT --\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e understand the power of emotion in your relationship, and identify the three levels of emotional experience \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cli\u003eDelve into the intricacies of your relationship --\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e find the common patterns of couple conflict and the roles you play within them \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cli\u003eDevelop a solution together --\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e become familiar with how to find intimacy in your relationship in new ways \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cli\u003eIdentify when you may need couple therapy --\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e know which questions to ask therapists before you make an appointment \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpen the book and find: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe fundamentals of emotionally focused couple therapy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExercises to try at home with your partner\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWays to stay away from negative patterns and roles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe three fighting styles, and how to work through them\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips on dealing with infidelity \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to find an EFT therapist that's right for you\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTen myths about sex\u003c\/li\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrent Bradley, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003e is Associate Professor of Family Therapy at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, and president of The Couple Zone (www.couplezone.org). Dr. Bradley is a certified emotionally focused couple therapist, supervisor, and trainer. \u003cb\u003eJames Furrow, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003e is Professor of Marital and Family Therapy at the Fuller Graduate School of Psychology. Dr. Furrow is executive director of the Los Angeles Center for EFT and a certified emotionally focused couple therapist, supervisor, and trainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 368\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.77 x 9.23 x 7.44 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 15, 2013\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47447768006834,"sku":"9781118512319","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/ab8e581a101bdc10d40ab94f07c84f19.webp?v=1778745399","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/emotionally-focused-couple-therapy-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}