S1 Ep 18: Breaking Down the Tango. Move 4 & 5 in Stage 2

In this episode, hosts Michael Preston, Silvina Irwin, and Michael Barnett reflect on the foundational elements of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), focusing on Stage Two, particularly the critical moments of mismatch and vulnerability. They share insights, real cases, and practical strategies for working with trauma, couples' risk-taking, and creating transformational experiences in therapy.Main Topics:

• The significance of mismatch moments in fostering change in EFT and how they challenge clients' learned safety rules
• The neurobiological and emotional implications of high-risk moments in couples therapy
• Strategies for working with trauma-affected couples, including pacing, validating vulnerability, and managing triggers
• The role of narrative and coherence in consolidating breakthroughs in session
• Innovations and upcoming EFT trainings, including the EFT Triage Conference and specialization topics (sexual trauma, addiction, and ruptures)
• The importance of therapists' self-awareness and patience during fragile moments of change

• EFTTriage.com 

• MichaelBarnettlpc.com
• DrSilvinaIrwin.com
• MichaelPrestonlpc.com

Thank you for being part of the journey—your engagement fuels the ongoing exploration of EFT’s potentials. We look forward to continuing this work with you in season two!