EFT with ADHD couples
ADHD IN COUPLES, THROUGH THE ATTACHMENT LENS
The ICEEFT-recognized masterclass « ADHD through the attachment filter » focuses on how to navigate ADHD impacted couples through EFT to help them create connection and safety. In this 12 hour training, you’ll learn how to recognize and lead the tango with these couples. We’ll work with video clips of standard EFT interventions. The case where the therapist has ADHD will also be examined.
LEARNING GOALS
– Recognize the symptoms of ADHD and understand how the « ADHD brain » works.
– Recognize the manifestations of ADHD in couple dynamics and their effects on romantic relationships.
– Help partners externalize the problem and understand the role of ADHD in their cycle.
– Identify the primary emotions that are typical of couples impacted by ADHD.
– Know the principles of EFT allowing us to work on de-escalation while integrating psychoeducational and normalizing information into EFT interventions.
– Articulate the three stages of EFT as they apply to ADHD-impacted couples, and and know which additional interventions are useful and resourceful for the couple.