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Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples with Ellen Burn

Wednesday 5th February 2025

Ellen Burn explains how Emotionally Focused Therapy helps couples build deeper emotional connections and repair relationship ruptures.
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Building Stronger Bonds with Emotionally Focused Therapy: Insights from Ellen Burn

Episode Overview

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy helps couples build deeper emotional bonds.
  • EFT is integrated with EMDR and Internal Family Systems for effective relational support.
  • Common fears about EFT include concerns about promoting codependency.
  • A typical EFT session involves tracking negative cycles and using the EFT tango technique.
  • Emotional safety is crucial for successful EFT.
I think it goes to the core of what makes us human. And I feel like I get to witness people's humanity.
In this episode of Facing Addiction, Ellen Burn, a Certified Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Therapist, dives into the intricacies of Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. Ellen shares her journey from individual therapy to specializing in EFT for couples, explaining how this approach helps partners build deeper emotional connections, repair relationship ruptures, and foster lasting bonds.
With over a decade of experience, Ellen discusses her integrative method that combines EFT with EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS) to tackle relational challenges effectively. She highlights the importance of emotional safety and the unique aspects of EFT that make it stand out from other therapeutic approaches. Ellen also addresses common misconceptions about EFT, such as fears of promoting codependency, and underscores the importance of authenticity in relationships.
She provides a glimpse into a typical EFT session, detailing the techniques used, like tracking negative cycles and the EFT tango. Ellen's insights offer valuable guidance for therapists and couples alike, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in enhancing their emotional connections and relationship dynamics. Ready to deepen your understanding of how emotions shape relationships? Tune in to hear Ellen's expert advice and transformative stories.