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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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Getting back to EFT! – Gretchen Harro, M.A., LMFT

by guest blogger, Gretchen Harro, M.A., LMFT  As I was driving home from work the first day after a lovely, long vacation my thought was, “That could have gone ...

Janet Voss is a Certified EFT Therapist!

Hi All, I would like to announce that Janet Voss has recently been conferred certification as an Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist.   For those of you that ...

The Theory never lets me down – Nikki Lively, LCSW

by Nikki Lively, LCSW  –  www.nikkilively.com I’ve been interested in doing couples therapy since early 2006 when I realized that in order to be a truly e...

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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.