Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) in London and online across the UK
Supporting you in building secure emotional bonds - within yourself and in your relationships.
Unlike traditional talk therapy, EFT goes beyond insight. It works at the level of emotion and attachment—where most of our deepest wounds live. That’s why it’s such a powerful tool for healing long-standing patterns, especially those shaped by early life or family dynamics.
What is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)?
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is widely recognised as the gold standard for couples therapy—and for good reason. Developed by Dr. Sue Johnson, EFT is one of the most thoroughly researched and empirically supported approaches for improving relationship satisfaction, emotional intimacy, and long-term stability.
EFT helps couples move beyond surface-level conflict to uncover the deeper emotional needs driving their disconnection. It addresses the root of many relationship struggles: fear of rejection, abandonment, or not feeling emotionally safe with one another.
Couples who engage in EFT often report:
Feeling more secure, connected, and understood
Reduced conflict and reactivity
Improved communication without blame or defensiveness
Greater intimacy and emotional closeness
Who is EFT Therapy for?
EFT can be especially beneficial if you:
Struggle with emotional closeness or fear of vulnerability
Often feel disconnected or misunderstood in relationships
Have difficulty trusting, expressing needs, or setting boundaries
Find yourself reacting with withdrawal, anger, or anxiety during conflict
Carry attachment wounds from childhood or previous relationships
Have a history of trauma or emotional neglect
Dr. Sue Johnson provides a brief summary of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
What Happens in an EFT Session?
In a typical EFT session, we begin by exploring the emotional cycles that show up in your life or relationships. These cycles often keep you locked in familiar but painful patterns—like pulling away when you're hurt or becoming anxious when someone is distant.
We’ll work together to:
Understand the emotional logic behind your reactions
Identify unmet attachment needs beneath the surface
Rebuild emotional safety through curiosity and connection
Practice new ways of expressing feelings and asking for what you need
Create secure bonds—with yourself and others
Whether you're navigating individual struggles or relationship challenges, EFT offers a deeply healing way of coming back to emotional safety.