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Digital Seminar

Unleashing the Power of Family Therapy: An Introduction to EFT with Families


Faculty:
George Faller, MS, LMFT |  James Furrow, PhD
Duration:
1 Hour 58 Minutes
Copyright:
Mar 21, 2021
Product Code:
NOS096154
Media Type:
Digital Seminar
Access:
Never expires.


Description

By zeroing in on underlying attachment needs, Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) offers a powerful process for transformational change. This recording will show you how to confidently lead family members through distress and past injuries to create new relational patterns, bond with each other, and experience a fuller sense of security. Whether you work with individuals, couples, or families, discover how to: 

  • Use EFFT as a guide through a family’s emotional dynamics and key attachment issues 
  • Create new patterns of emotional healing that engage a family’s natural ability to repair  
  • Identify protective patterns that block individuals from opening to vulnerability and growth 
  • Implement a three-stage process for achieving deeper family connections through creating new alliances, accessing vulnerabilities, and engaging new patterns of positive interaction 

CPD


CPD
- PESI Australia, in collaboration with PESI in the USA, offers quality online continuing professional development events from the leaders in the field at a standard recognized by professional associations including psychology, social work, occupational therapy, alcohol and drug professionals, counselling and psychotherapy. On completion of the training, a Professional Development Certificate is issued after the individual has answered and submitted a quiz and course evaluation. This online program is worth 2 hours CPD for points calculation by your association.

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Faculty

George Faller, MS, LMFT's Profile

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Prior to a career in the field of mental health, George Faller, MS, LMFT spent 20 years as a NYC Firefighter and NYC Police Officer. His experience as a FDNY Peer Counselor, particularly following the events of 9/11, sparked his passion to help those impacted by trauma.

He is a certified trainer/supervisor/therapist in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and founder of the New York Center for Emotionally Focused therapy where he serves as president. He is a supervisor with the American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy (AAMFT) and teaches classes at the Ackerman Institute for the Family in Manhattan. He is a licensed marriage & family therapist currently practicing in Connecticut and New York. George is the director of training at the Greenwich Center for Hope & Renewal in Connecticut and is on board of the Porter Cason Institute at Tulane University in New Orleans.

George brings a unique and varied experience to his practice. Whether he is providing marriage therapy to Wall Street executives, leading a conference for the United States Military or equipping therapists from around the globe, his ability to inspire is far-reaching. George is also committed to bringing EFT to underprivileged populations and pushing the leading edge of effective therapy.

George is the coauthor of the books True Connection, Sacred Stress, and Emotionally Focused Family Therapy and cohost of podcast Foreplay Radio. For more information go to www.georgefaller.com and checkout www.successinvulnerability.com


Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: George Faller is the Director of Training for the Center For Hope & Renewal, and the President of the New York Center for Emotionally Focused Therapy. He is the co-host of the ForePlay Radio Podcast, leader of Success in Vulnerability, and adjunct professor at the Ackerman Institute for the Family. George receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: George Faller has no relevant non-financial relationships.

 


James Furrow, PhD's Profile

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James Furrow, Ph.D., is an EFT certified practitioner, supervisor and trainer. He’s a recognized leader in the development and practice of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Together with EFT originator, Susan Johnson, Ed.D., Jim co-authored Becoming an EFT Therapist: The Workbook and was co-editor of The EFT Casebook, along with other works specific to the practice of EFT with couples and families. His presentations are well regarded nationally and internationally for their substantive, practical and inspiring focus.


Jim maintains an active research program studying the process of EFT and its outcome. His research interests focus on couple therapy, interpersonal relationships, and resilience with at-risk youth. Formerly the Freed Professor of Marital and Family Therapy at Fuller Graduate School of Psychology, he has trained psychologists and marital and family therapists in couple therapy for over two decades. He is a clinical member and an approved supervisor of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, a member of the National Council on Family Relations, and a Certified Family Life Educator.


Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. James Furrow maintains a private practice and has an employment relationship Seattle University. He is a published author and receives royalties. Dr. Furrow is a consultant with Consultation, Research, and Training in Marital and Family Therapy. He receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. He has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. James Furrow is a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, the Association for Psychological Science, the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy, and the National Council on Family Relations.


Objectives

  1. Support the theoretical basis for EFFT model of psychotherapy and explore the primary research behind it.
  2. Create new patterns of emotional healing that unblock a family’s natural ability to repair.
  3. Assess the protection patterns that can develop in clients that must be addressed in EFFT.
  4. Utilize three techniques from EFFT’s three-stage process for resolving familial conflict and maladaptive behaviours.

Outline

  • Understanding Attachment Theory & Emotions in Families 
  • Stage One in EFFT and Multiple Infinity Loops 
  • Getting Parental “Buy-In” to take the lead in creating positive interactions 
  • Going Deeper- Stage Two In EFFT 
  • Helping children risk sharing their attachment needs 
  • Stage Three in EFFT 
  • Helping families celebrate secure attachment 

Target Audience

  • Counselors
  • Social Workers
  • Psychologists
  • Psychotherapists
  • Therapists
  • Marriage & Family Therapists
  • Addiction Counselors
  • Case Managers
  • Physicians
  • Nurses
  • Other Mental Health Professionals

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