Emotionally Focused Therapists in 30363

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Dr. David Winograd
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30363  (Online Only)
I utilize techniques primarily from CBT, ACT, and EFT; however, I'm integrative in my work and tailor my approach to your needs.
If you are struggling in your current relationship or have been unsuccessful in past attempts to develop healthy relationships, I'm here to help you identify what needs to change and take steps towards your goals. Whether it is difficulty with emotions, unhelpful beliefs, or destructive behavioral patterns, we will get to the root issues and develop a plan. I'm an especially good fit for people who appreciate a warm but direct approach to therapy and are motivated to change. I will carefully and empathically listen to your concerns, while also challenging you to lean into the difficult areas of your life as you change and grow.
I utilize techniques primarily from CBT, ACT, and EFT; however, I'm integrative in my work and tailor my approach to your needs.
If you are struggling in your current relationship or have been unsuccessful in past attempts to develop healthy relationships, I'm here to help you identify what needs to change and take steps towards your goals. Whether it is difficulty with emotions, unhelpful beliefs, or destructive behavioral patterns, we will get to the root issues and develop a plan. I'm an especially good fit for people who appreciate a warm but direct approach to therapy and are motivated to change. I will carefully and empathically listen to your concerns, while also challenging you to lean into the difficult areas of your life as you change and grow.
(470) 719-1874 View (470) 719-1874
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Dr. Curtis D Jasper
PhD, MEd
Not Verified Not Verified
Atlanta, GA 30363
I teach people how to trust their feelings & validate their emotions. I don’t teach them how to fix anything or how to feel. They always do that on their own and in due time after BEing heard, seen, and understood. I remind people that their personal struggles will continue until they choose to heal & let go. I inform people that their thinking has gotten them where they currently are so it’s NOT gonna take more of that. They’re going to have to feel their way to personal freedom! Let's co-create your NEW Curriculum for Living, shall we? Visit me on social media & www.drcurtisdjasper.com
I teach people how to trust their feelings & validate their emotions. I don’t teach them how to fix anything or how to feel. They always do that on their own and in due time after BEing heard, seen, and understood. I remind people that their personal struggles will continue until they choose to heal & let go. I inform people that their thinking has gotten them where they currently are so it’s NOT gonna take more of that. They’re going to have to feel their way to personal freedom! Let's co-create your NEW Curriculum for Living, shall we? Visit me on social media & www.drcurtisdjasper.com
(770) 504-4418 View (770) 504-4418
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Peter Hauge
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30363
*Currently accepting new clients* Lots of people know that they need to make a shift or change in their lives but need a warm, supportive therapist and a chance to lean into the difficult areas of their lives. I’m an especially good fit for folks who appreciate the use of humor and lightheartedness in the work, but also want to move deeper and connect with themselves and their emotions in new ways, instead of always having to compartmentalize or “tough it out” with their emotions. My areas of clinical focus include therapy for men and mindfulness practices, but I also work well with lots of different people.
*Currently accepting new clients* Lots of people know that they need to make a shift or change in their lives but need a warm, supportive therapist and a chance to lean into the difficult areas of their lives. I’m an especially good fit for folks who appreciate the use of humor and lightheartedness in the work, but also want to move deeper and connect with themselves and their emotions in new ways, instead of always having to compartmentalize or “tough it out” with their emotions. My areas of clinical focus include therapy for men and mindfulness practices, but I also work well with lots of different people.
(678) 679-8073 View (678) 679-8073

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Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.