Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and each other.

In this installment of our series "What Scares Therapists," we delve into the complex dynamics of couples who present with significant distress yet remain avoidant about sharing their emotional experiences. Join us as we explore the challenges and strategies for engaging with these couples, uncovering the underlying fears and barriers that prevent them from accessing and expressing their feelings. Through expert insights and real-life case studies, we aim to shed light on this common yet difficult clinical presentation, offering valuable perspectives for therapists working to support these couples in their journey toward healing and connection.

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87. What Scares Therapists: Highly Distressed But Highly Avoidant Couple Presentation