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ChicagoEFT supports therapists by providing training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), building the local community of skilled EFT practitioners, and helping connect couples, families and individuals with skilled EFT therapists. ChicagoEFT is a member of the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT). ChicagoEFT is learning to become more welcoming and safe for all therapists and clients. Click to find out more about ChicagoEFT.

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Attachment and Forgiveness

October 16–October 17, 2025

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Stage 2 Mini-Series from The Leading Edge Podcast with James Hawkins and Ryan Rana

This episode is a part of Ryan Rana and James Hawkins’s “Stage 2 Mini-Series” and addresses how to help facilitate “caregiving responses...

The Secure Love Podcast with Julie Menanno – Season 2 Episode 1 – Work Begins With a New Couple

An episode from Julie Menanno’s (author of the book “Secure Love”) podcast “The Secure Love Podcast.” This podcast is unique becau...

ChicagoEFT Member Ashwini Krishnakumar featured on Deconstructing Therapy Podcast with host Alefyah Taqui

We are fans of the Deconstructing Therapy Podcast by psychotherapist and host Alefyah Taqui–so imagine our surprise when a new episode begins and the voic...

Peer Group Consultation
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“Love has an immense ability to help heal the devastating wounds that life sometimes deals us. Love also enhances our sense of connection to the larger world. Loving responsiveness is the foundation of a truly compassionate, civilized society.”

–Dr. Sue Johnson, Founder of Emotionally Focused Therapy

Chicago EFT is affiliated with the International Centre for Excellence in EFT.