Exploring the Effectiveness of Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples who Experience Infidelity
Exploring the Effectiveness of Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples who Experience Infidelity
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2024-10-08
Authors
Brad, Alexandra
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Abstract
Infidelity, defined as a relationship with a third party that violates the trust within the partnership which in turn breaks the exclusivity agreement made within the partnership, is an issue within relationships that many counsellors can struggle to work with. This capstone explores how emotion focused therapy (EFT) can help couples working through infidelity. EFT combines the principles of attachment theory by creating emotional awareness and breaking maladaptive emotional schemas. This capstone’s literature review provides a deeper understanding of EFT, attachment theory, and interventions used in counselling. As well, this capstone provides ethical considerations of the principles and codes that counsellors adhere to when working with couples or individuals. This capstone highlights the implications for the counselling field, including the need for training, cultural competence, and best practices when working with couples.
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infidelity , emotion focused therapy , attachment , Gottman , couples therapy
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Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States , openAccess