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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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Announcing the CCEFT 2014-15 Core Skills Training

The dates are set for Chicago Core Skills, your chance to learn, practice and sharpen your EFT skills with couples! Over the course of four 2-day sessions, we w...

Upcoming Workshops of Special Interest

Hi Everyone – hope you’re all enjoying a glorious Summer! I’m writing about some upcoming trainings in the area this Fall that are worthy of special considerati...

Dan Hughes on Active Empathy

I recently came across this short excerpt from a video interview conducted by Rich Simon of the Psychotherapy Networker with Dr. Dan Hughes, the creator of Dyad...

Peer Group Consultation
Join a peer group on Zoom to receive encouragement and suggestions for your practice.
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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.