How long will therapy take?
Research shows that over 70% of couples recover from distress in their relationship within 12 EFT sessions. Length of treatment generally depends on a few variables:
Severity of your presenting issues
Complexity of your situation
Goals you have set in therapy
You can expect a personalized care plan after the initial intake session.
What can I expect?
You can expect a few stages in therapy:
Assess the issues
Set goals
Feel better
Make changes
Maintain progress over a period of time
Improve your quality of life
Graduate from therapy
Will couple therapy work?
The short answer is: you can’t really know for sure. Perhaps you can consider asking the question differently.
Am I considering divorce?
Do we feel stuck?
Do I want to leave?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might want to give couple therapy a try.
Can I see a sample of the therapist’s work?
Inspired by Japan’s traditional lifestyle of longevity, Cindy had dedicated her thesis to the healing power of Mother Nature. If you enjoy reading, you can find a deep dive here: Forest Therapy (Shinrin-Yoku): A Model of Ecopsychology for Today's Post-COVID-19 Era.