Exam 15: Evidence-Based Treatments in Couple

When an EFT therapist is in the assessment phase and discovers instances in which one partner was in a moment of high need or vulnerability and the other partner failed to offer the needed support or nurturance, the therapist might identify this as what?

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Emotionally focused therapy (EFT), created by Sue Johnson and Les Greenberg, integrates all of the following theories EXCEPT?

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How does EFT incorporate attachment theory into its philosophy and interventions?

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EFT, or Emotionally Focused Therapy, incorporates attachment theory into its philosophy and interventions by recognizing the importance of secure attachment in relationships. Attachment theory suggests that our early experiences with caregivers shape our expectations and behaviors in adult relationships. EFT therapists use this understanding to help couples identify and address patterns of interaction that are driven by attachment needs.

In EFT, therapists work with couples to help them understand and express their emotions and needs in a way that fosters a secure attachment bond. This involves creating a safe and supportive environment for couples to explore their attachment patterns and develop new ways of relating to each other. EFT interventions focus on promoting emotional attunement, responsiveness, and accessibility between partners, which are key components of secure attachment.

By integrating attachment theory into its philosophy and interventions, EFT aims to help couples create a more secure and satisfying bond with each other. This approach can lead to greater emotional intimacy, improved communication, and a stronger sense of connection within the relationship.

Describe the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client according to EFT.

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Aileen is an EFT therapist working with a couple in therapy. Sue, one member of the couple describes her relationship with her wife like this: "All I want is some help around the house. I ask Katie almost everyday, several times a day to just help out a little-you know to put a load of laundry in the wash, to put the dishes in the dishwasher, to watch a show with me on television. But she never does any of those things! In fact, she often doesn't come home until dinner time, and then when I ask her to help me out or to join me for a show, she just goes upstairs to read or into the other room to play on her computer. I feel like I have to beg her for any kind of connection or work together. I feel frustrated with our relationship all the time." What kind of interaction cycle could this couple be in?

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Primary emotions refer to emotions that stem from attachment fears and needs while secondary emotions stem from _________________________________________.

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In FFT, it in important for family members to see what in order for therapy to be successful?

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The three stages of treatment in EFT therapy include:

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In FFT, all behavior is viewed as adaptive to serve a particular __________ in the system.

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Attachment needs are normative and universal across theory; thus EFT has elements that are applicable to diverse clients.

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A primary emotion is best defined as:

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When an EFT therapist works with a couple, it is important for them to assess all of the following relationships in each person's attachment history EXCEPT:

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FFT therapists are quick to identify the various known risks and protective factors for troubled youth. All of the following would be considered protective factors EXCEPT:

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Describe two interventions used in functional family therapy (FFT).

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While EFT is an evidence-based practice, it is not for all couples or families. Which of the following would be a contraindication for EFT?

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Functional family therapy is an empirically validated family therapy treatment for working with which types of presenting problems?

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Question 16

During the middle phases of FFT, the focus tends to be on which of the following?

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Functional family therapists base their work with parents on current scientific literature on parenting behaviors that are associated with risk factors and protective factors for youth behavior problems. FFT focuses on which three areas when working with parents?

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What is the role of the EFT therapist according to Johnson?

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A functional family therapist is working with a family who often yells. The therapist believes that yelling is unhealthy. However, the therapist first assesses how the yelling functions in the family-how it creates closeness and distance and determines hierarchy-before determining whether the yelling needs to change in the family. What is this therapist doing?

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When an EFT therapist is in the assessment phase and discovers instances in which one partner was in a moment of high need or vulnerability and the other partner failed to offer the needed support or nurturance, the therapist might identify this as what?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT), created by Sue Johnson and Les Greenberg, integrates all of the following theories EXCEPT?

How does EFT incorporate attachment theory into its philosophy and interventions?

Describe the therapeutic relationship between therapist and client according to EFT.

Primary emotions refer to emotions that stem from attachment fears and needs while secondary emotions stem from _________________________________________.

In FFT, it in important for family members to see what in order for therapy to be successful?

The three stages of treatment in EFT therapy include:

In FFT, all behavior is viewed as adaptive to serve a particular __________ in the system.

Attachment needs are normative and universal across theory; thus EFT has elements that are applicable to diverse clients.

A primary emotion is best defined as:

When an EFT therapist works with a couple, it is important for them to assess all of the following relationships in each person's attachment history EXCEPT:

FFT therapists are quick to identify the various known risks and protective factors for troubled youth. All of the following would be considered protective factors EXCEPT:

Describe two interventions used in functional family therapy (FFT).

While EFT is an evidence-based practice, it is not for all couples or families. Which of the following would be a contraindication for EFT?

Functional family therapy is an empirically validated family therapy treatment for working with which types of presenting problems?

During the middle phases of FFT, the focus tends to be on which of the following?

Functional family therapists base their work with parents on current scientific literature on parenting behaviors that are associated with risk factors and protective factors for youth behavior problems. FFT focuses on which three areas when working with parents?

What is the role of the EFT therapist according to Johnson?

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