Are you finding it difficult to engage with couples who arrive at therapy sessions feeling frazzled, angry, or emotionally shut down?
Perhaps you've experienced sessions where despite your best efforts to facilitate meaningful conversations about their relationship issues, they quickly escalate into conflict or shut down entirely, even resulting in one partner leaving the room. This can leave you feeling ineffective and questioning your therapeutic approach.
These scenarios are not uncommon. When couples are stressed or dysregulated, it can derail the therapeutic process. They may struggle to focus, communicate effectively, or even stay in the room. This not only impedes progress during sessions but also affects their willingness to continue therapy altogether.
Watch renowned couples therapist and relationship expert Elizabeth Earnshaw, as she delves deep into understanding the root causes of these challenges. You'll gain insights into how stress manifests in the therapy room and learn practical strategies to identify and address it effectively.
Elizabeth will equip you with 22 proven interventions designed to help couples regulate their emotions, communicate more constructively, and reconnect emotionally both inside and outside the therapy room.
By mastering these techniques, you'll transform your ability to guide couples through their challenges, creating a safe and productive environment where they can openly explore their feelings and rebuild their relationship.
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| File type | File name | Number of pages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manual - Treating Stressed Out Couples (2 MB) | 33 Pages | Available after Purchase |
Elizabeth Earnshaw, MA, LMFT, CGT, is a Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), Certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and AAMFT Approved Supervisor. She is the author of the best-selling relationship book, I Want This to Work and the owner of a national therapy practice that provides systemic therapy to individuals, couples, and families. Elizabeth has worked with hundreds of couples since becoming a couples therapist. She lives in West Chester, Pennsylvania, with her husband, children, and dog.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Elizabeth Earnshaw is the co-founder of The Rory Project and is the founder and Clinical Director of A Better Life Therapy, LLC. She receives royalties as a published author. Elizabeth Earnshaw receives a speaking honorarium and book royalties from Psychotherapy Networker and PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Elizabeth Earnshaw is a fellow of AAMFT.
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