Exploring Emotionally Focused Therapy and Its Impact on Relationships

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In this episode of the UR Covered podcast, host Hannah Lynn Miller delves into Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and its significance in strengthening couples' relationships. Hannah, a mental health therapist with years of experience, contrasts EFT with Gottman's practical advice and explains how EFT focuses on understanding emotional bonds and attachment styles in relationships. She describes the common dynamics between 'pursuers' and 'withdrawers' in couples and the importance of recognizing conflict triggers and underlying emotions. Hannah also emphasizes the benefits of seeking couples counseling to break negative interaction patterns. This episode offers a useful introduction to EFT and provides insights for couples looking to improve their relationship dynamics.

00:00 Welcome to the UR Covered Podcast 00:06 Exploring Mental Health and More 00:17 Journey as a Mental Health Therapist 00:50 Diving into Couples Therapy 01:28 Introduction to Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) 02:11 Practical Insights from EFT 06:50 Understanding Relationship Dynamics 11:31 Breaking the Conflict Cycle 18:05 Final Thoughts and Resources

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