I primarily use emotionally focused therapy (EFT) for individuals, couples and families. EFT privileges emotions and explores what is important to you. Our emotions guide how we approach ourselves, our loved ones and others. Sometimes we use protective mechanisms (withdrawal, criticism, avoidance) to mask feeling those unsettling negative emotions, which can create rigorous negative cycles in our relationships. Instead of just trying to alter your behaviour or thoughts, we will explore the root of your concerns.

Who told you this? What happened (or didn't) in your life that made you believe it? Through new insight, we will work to create new emotional experiences to help you meet your emotional needs. 

In couples and family therapy, this work extends to expressing our needs and responding to other(s) with growing acceptance, nonjudgment and flexibility. The EFT therapeutic approach for couples has been demonstrated by research to be the most effective couples therapy. Click here to read more!