For many people experiencing infertility, there comes a point when treatment options have been exhausted. The appointments, procedures, medications, waiting, hoping and uncertainty may finally come to an end. But reaching the end of treatment does not necessarily mean reaching the end of the grief. There can be a profound sense of loss when the path to parenthood you imagined is no longer possible. You may be grieving a pregnancy that never happened, losses you experienced, a

Relationships can be exciting, confusing, comforting, and sometimes painful—especially when you are still figuring out who you are and what you need from other people. Whether it is a friendship, romantic relationship, relationship with a parent, or a new relationship at university or work, one of the most important things we can learn is how to create safe and connected relationships. A secure relationship doesn't mean that you never disagree, feel hurt, or worry about losi

Couples often seek therapy when they are experiencing a rupture in the romantic attachment bond. EFT therapy can help with an exploration of unmet needs and longings for each partner in the relationship. Some questions that can assist both partners in understanding how they experience each other's accessibility are identified using the acronym A.R.E. : Is the partner - Accessible (Can I reach you?) An example is being present for your partner rather then shutting down. Is

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is a type of short-term treatment used to improve attachment and bonding in adult relationships. Sue Johnson and Les Greenberg developed EFT in the 1980s. More currently, the therapy focuses on Sue Johnson's expansion of EFT. EFT has also been adapted for families and individuals. The couples therapy approach is based on research about love as an attachment bond. This treatment can help people form more secure emotional bonds, which can pr

The change process through EFT has three stages. The EFT process guides the therapist and helps them track progress when working with a...

I've noticed an increase in clients seeking a therapist who understands a child-free lifestyle. The decision to remain child-free or being childless not by choice are becoming more prevalent. Additionally, an increasing number of couples are opting not to have children. Although some may understand this choice, individuals and couples might still face social and cultural pressures. Others left childless by circumstance may have disenfranchised grief and other emotions to work

Whether you're experiencing a crisis or just looking to enhance and strengthen your communication, it could feel like you and your partner are stuck in a repetitive cycle of conflict or misunderstanding, leading to frustration and uncertainty about finding a solution. If you're considering therapy as a couple, you might be curious about the process. As a couples and family therapist, my expertise lies in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This premier approach to couples ther