Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) is based on the idea that emotions are a fundamental part of what makes us human—and when we learn to listen to them, they can guide us toward healing and growth.

In EFT, we believe that emotions are not problems to be fixed, but important signals about what matters to us. Sometimes, though, painful or confusing emotions get stuck or become overwhelming—especially when they’re linked to past experiences or unmet needs. That’s where this therapy can help.

Drawing from the work of Dr. Leslie Greenberg and others, here’s what you can expect in our work together:

• Awareness: We slow things down and tune into what you’re feeling in the moment—not just what you think about a situation, but how it feels in your body and emotionally.

• Expression: You’ll be supported in expressing your emotions in a safe, accepting space. This often brings relief and clarity.

• Regulation: If emotions feel too intense or too shut down, we’ll work together to ground and manage them so they feel more manageable.

• Reflection and meaning-making: We explore what your emotions are telling you—what needs are behind them, what past experiences they’re linked to, and what they mean for your present.

• Transformation: When emotions like shame, sadness, or fear are explored deeply, they can begin to shift. Often, "maladaptive" emotions (ones that don’t help us cope) can give way to "adaptive" emotions, like self-compassion, healthy anger, or assertiveness.

EFT is an experiential and collaborative process—we’re not just talking about your feelings, we’re working with them, in the moment, to create lasting emotional change.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is a therapeutic approach that encourages individuals to accept their thoughts and emotions rather than attempting to control or eliminate them. It focuses on increasing psychological flexibility by teaching mindfulness and values-based actions to help individuals live a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy is a widely used psychotherapeutic approach that focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It aims to help individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and beliefs that contribute to emotional distress or problematic behaviors.

Interpersonal Therapy is a short-term, evidence-based psychotherapy that primarily focuses on improving an individual's interpersonal relationships and communication patterns. It is often used to treat depression and other mood disorders by helping individuals address specific issues in their relationships, such as role transitions, unresolved grief, interpersonal disputes, or social isolation.