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Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy

Friday, May 2nd, 2025   1:45 PM EDT -4:45 PM EDT
Simi Lichtman, LCSW
$59.99 Cost For Member: $39.99

Of the many couples therapy modalities currently in existence, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) is the only evidence-based modality considered effective for treating couples, with a goal not only of reducing conflict but of fostering and deepening the connection and bond between partners.

This three-hour introductory course will provide clinicians of all levels of training with an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of EFCT; the structure and process of EFCT; and the foundational elements of a clinical approach to working with clients using EFCT. As an experiential model, EFCT is best demonstrated through an emotional experience, so this workshop will make use of emotionally-driven videos; interactive role-plays; and a live presentation of EFCT in action. At the conclusion, participants will be able to verbalize the unique elements of EFCT; apply these elements to their own practice; and determine if this modality is the right one for them to invest in further.

About the Presenter

Simi Lichtman, LCSW, is an ICEEFT-certified EFT Couples and Individual therapist. Simi specializes in working with survivors of trauma, as well as with couples, and is trained in sex therapy. In addition to EFT, Simi is certified in MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD, and as a Building A Lasting Connection facilitator for premarital counseling.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Explain Attachment Theory and its application in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy.
  2. Describe the characteristics and elements of an effective Emotionally Focused Therapist.
  3. List the steps and stages of Emotionally Focused Therapy,

Agenda:
Introduction to Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy
Trainer: Simi Lichtman, LCSW
(10 minutes)
 
The Foundation of EFT: Attachment Theory
The History of Attachment Theory
The Four Attachment Styles
Attachment and Emotions
(30 minutes)
 
Important Elements of EFT
RISSSC Voice
Empathy, Validation, Attunement
Experiential, Present-Moment Process
Non-pathologizing
(20 minutes)
 
Group Activity: Still Face Role Play in Dyads, plus Discussion
(10 minutes)
 
The Structure of EFT
Steps and Stages
The EFT Tango
Tracking a Couple's Cycle
(60 minutes)
 
Role Play: Demonstration of EFT, Using Audience Members
(30 minutes)
 
Questions and Discussion
(20 minutes)

This workshop offers 3 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits

This presentation is open to:
  • Social Workers
  • Professional Counselors
  • Therapists
  • Psychologists
  • Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
  • Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
  • Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
Course Level: introductory
Level of Clinician: intermediate
  • New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
  • Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
  • Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
  • Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives

Participants will receive their certificate electronically upon completion of the webinar and course evaluation form.

Disability Access - If you require ADA accommodations, please contact our office 30 days or more before the event. We cannot ensure accommodations without adequate prior notification. Please Note: Licensing Boards change regulations often, and while we attempt to stay abreast of their most recent changes, if you have questions or concerns about this course meeting your specific board’s approval, we recommend you contact your board directly to obtain a ruling. The grievance policy for trainings provided by NEFESH INTERNATIONAL is available here Satisfactory Completion Participants must have paid the tuition fee, logged in and out each day, attended the entire workshop, and completed an evaluation to receive a certificate (If this is a pre-recorded program, a post-test with a passing grade of 80% to receive a certificate.) Failure to log in or out will result in forfeiture of credit for the entire course. No exceptions will be made. Partial credit is not available. Certificates are available after satisfactory course completion by clicking here.
There is no conflict of interest or commercial support for this program.
  • NEFESH International, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0116.
  • CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
    CE You! maintains responsibility for this program.
  • Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0129.
  • Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0325.
  • Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed marriage and family therapists #MFT-0129.
  • Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0325.
  • Therapist Express is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0774.
Refund Policy:
Full Refund until 48 hours before scheduled date.
48 hours before: full refund less $5.00 processing fee. After event no refund will be given.
*exclusions apply for reasonable need and cause.