Attachment theory in practice : emotionally focused therapy (EFT) with individuals, couples, and families / Susan M. Johnson.
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TextPublisher: New York, NY : The Guilford Press, [2019]Copyright date: ©2019Description: x, 278 pages : illustrations ; 24 cmContent type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9781462538249Subject(s): Family psychotherapy | Marital psychotherapy | PsychotherapyLOC classification: RC488.5 | .J64 2019Summary: Drawing on cutting-edge research on adult attachment—and providing an innovative roadmap for clinical practice—Susan M. Johnson argues that psychotherapy is most effective when it focuses on the healing power of emotional connection. The primary developer of emotionally focused therapy (EFT) for couples, Johnson now extends her attachment-based approach to individuals and families. The volume shows how EFT aligns perfectly with attachment theory as it provides proven techniques for treating anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. Each modality (individual, couple, and family therapy) is covered in paired chapters that respectively introduce key concepts and present an in-depth case example. Special features include instructive end-of-chapter exercises and reflection questions.
| Item type | Current location | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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| Book | Gratia Christian College Library Book Shelves | Print book | RC488.5 .J64 2019 (Browse shelf) | Available | 0006130A |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 249-268) and index (pages 269-278).
Drawing on cutting-edge research on adult attachment—and providing an innovative roadmap for clinical practice—Susan M. Johnson argues that psychotherapy is most effective when it focuses on the healing power of emotional connection. The primary developer of emotionally focused therapy (EFT) for couples, Johnson now extends her attachment-based approach to individuals and families. The volume shows how EFT aligns perfectly with attachment theory as it provides proven techniques for treating anxiety, depression, and relationship problems. Each modality (individual, couple, and family therapy) is covered in paired chapters that respectively introduce key concepts and present an in-depth case example. Special features include instructive end-of-chapter exercises and reflection questions.