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Dr. Sue Johnson is a clinical psychologist, researcher, and the primary developer of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples.
Known for: Hold Me Tight
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Hold Me Tight
In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Sue Johnson presents Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a research-based approach to improving romantic relationships. Through seven transformative conversations, couples learn to recognize emotional patterns, rebuild trust, and create lasting bonds of love and security.
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Understanding Love: The Roots of Adult Attachment
At the heart of Emotionally Focused Therapy lies attachment theory, originally developed by John Bowlby to explain the bond between infants and caregivers. But attachment needs do not vanish when we grow up—they evolve. In adult partnerships, lovers become each other’s safe haven. The question ‘Are ...
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Recognizing the Demon Dialogues
In the early stages of my clinical work, I noticed recurring patterns of interaction that led couples into despair. I came to call them the Demon Dialogues because they seemed to take on lives of their own, turning even the most loving partners into adversaries. There are three principal formats: *F...
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About Sue Johnson
Dr. Sue Johnson is a clinical psychologist, researcher, and the primary developer of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. She is a professor at the University of Ottawa and a leading authority on attachment and relationship science.
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