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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.

Featured event:

Attachment and Forgiveness

October 16–October 17, 2025

Bridging Worlds: A Cultural Broker’s Lessons on Migration, Attachment, and Relentless Curiosity, with guest Liliana Baylon and Deconstructing Therapy podcast host Alefyah Taqui

Podcast host Alefyah Taqui interviews Liliana Baylon, an EFT therapist from Denver, CO, exploring the migrant experience, how to consider cultural experience an...

“Expressing Anger Without Doing Damage in EFT” with Kathryn Rheem and Jennifer Olden

Check out this short EFT Cafe YouTube clip on how to work with partners’ anger in session, particularly after an attachment injury/betrayal.  

“Rooted in Presence: Authenticity and the Self of the Therapist” with guest Dr. James Hawkins and Deconstructing Therapy podcast host Alefyah Taqui

Doc Hawk shares parts of his personal journey to becoming a therapist and the unique challenges and strengths of being a Black therapist in the south. This epis...

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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.