Typical Reactions to an Atypical Situation: Coping during Covid19

Where to turn for support during Covid19 Crisis All around the U.S. and beyond, Emotionally Focused Therapists continue to provide relational support and mental health services to couples, families and individuals.  Some E.F.T. Therapists work in front line situations such as hospitals, where they face exposure to the Covid19 virus as do their clients.  But the majority made a smooth transition to offering services via privacy compliant online meeting technology such as Zoom, Webex and Doxy Me. Our director, Jim Thomas, noted, “And some clients prefer the old-fashioned phone for therapy.”  So if you are struggling with this unprecedented situation, or seeking support for preexisting relationship tensions, conflict or distance, […]

EFT In Agency Settings and with High Risk Populations-featuring Jim Thomas

EFT In Agency Settings and with High Risk Populations Emotionally Focused Therapy is well known among couples therapists in private practice, but many aren’t aware of its applicability and efficacy in agency settings and with high risk populations. Host Annabelle Bugatti, PhD, LMFT and ICEEFT Certified EFT Therapist from WeHeartTherapy.com  talks with Jim Thomas about the USE of Curiosity and Empathy in EFT.  Jim and Annabelle talk about looking through the EFT lens in Agency Settings and with High Risk populations. * Hear Jim talk about how “people are people” and we look to be accepted and valued. * How to align with a cultural or socioeconomic differences and learn […]

Curiosity and Empathy in EFT with Annabelle Bugatti LMFT and certified EFT Therapist – Featuring Jim Thomas

Curiosity and Empathy in Therapy Relationships with Jim Thomas and Annabelle Buggatti Host Annabelle Bugatti, PhD, LMFT and ICEEFT Certified EFT Therapist from WeHeartTherapy.com  talks with Jim Thomas about the USE of Curiosity and Empathy in EFT.  Jim and Annabelle talk about looking through the EFT lens with curiosity and empathy.   A enlivening, empowering discussion of these two essential elements of the therapy relationship.  These are key cornerstones of a humanistic, validating approach to therapy.   How might we be curious in the face of so much of the escalation, defensiveness and hostility we can see in couples and family therapy.  How can I access empathy and curiosity in the […]