TY - BOOK AU - Bradley,Brent A. AU - Furrow,James L. TI - Emotionally focused couple therapy for dummies T2 - For dummies SN - 9781118512319 (pbk.) U1 - 616.89/1562 23 PY - 2013/// KW - Marital psychotherapy KW - Emotion-focused therapy N1 - Includes index N2 - FAMILY & OTHER RELATIONSHIPS. This is a practical, down-to-earth guide to using the world's most successful approach to couples therapy. One of the most successful therapeutic approaches to healing dysfunctional relationships, emotionally focused couples therapy provides clients with powerful insights into how and why they may be suppressing their emotions and teaches them practical ways to deal with those feelings more constructively for improved relationships. Unlike cognitive-behavioural therapy, which provides effective short-term coping skills, emotionally focused therapy often is prescribed as a second-stage treatment for couples with lingering emotional difficulties. "Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy For Dummies" introduces readers to this ground-breaking therapy, offering simple, proven strategies and tools for dealing with problems with bonding, attachment and emotions, the universal cornerstones of healthy relationships ER -