Unlocking the Power of Connection: Emotion-Focused Family Therapy
Hours: 3
Course Access: 1 year
An inspiring plenary session, recorded at our 2025 conference, featuring the esteemed clinical psychologist Dr. Adele Lafrance.
Dr. Lafrance guides us through:
- the transformative principles of Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT),
- the neuroscience of connection,
- attachment,
- and the shift in attachment theory considering work with various communities and cultures.
This two-hour session is designed to illuminate the essential role of human connection and attachment in supporting mental health, particularly through the lens of caregivers’ and community influence.
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$130.00
Highlights
The Development of EFFT
- Dr. Lafrance provides a comprehensive overview of Emotion-Focused Family Therapy, tracing its evolution and theoretical foundations.
- You will learn how EFFT integrates emotional awareness and expression into family dynamics, fostering deeper connections and healing.
Concrete Tools for Clinical Application
- Explore practical tools and strategies that can be applied in various clinical settings.
- Dr. Lafrance shares innovative techniques that empower caregivers to support their loved ones effectively, enhancing therapeutic outcomes.Â
Case studies and real-life stories:
Through compelling case studies and real-life stories, Dr. Lafrance illustrates the profound impact of EFFT on families supporting loved ones who are navigating mental health challenges. These discussions provide valuable insights into the application of EFFT principles in practice, making this session both informative and relatable.Â
an enriching experience for mental health professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of attachment-based therapies.
Don’t miss this chance to learn from a leading expert in the field and enhance your skills in fostering emotional connection within families!
LIVE EVENT RECORDING:
Filmed live at an in-person event, this workshop also includes an engaging Q&A session with participants and presenters.
About Dr. Adele Lafrance
Dr. Adele Lafrance, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, research scientist, and developer of emotion-focused treatment modalities, including Emotion Focused Family Therapy.
She has published extensively in the field, including co-authoring a clinician’s manual for the American Psychological Association, as well as a best-selling book for parents titled: What to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work.
With affiliations worldwide, Adele supports the ongoing development and research of caregiver-focused interventions and delivers training to helping professionals across a variety of sectors. She is perhaps best-known for her advocacy for family-oriented models of care across the lifespan. A best-selling author of a popular book for parents, Adele is also active in the research and practice of psychedelic medicine.Â