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The Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy119. R.A.V.E.(ing) The Professional Human in Therapy: Self of the Therapist Episode w/ Dr. Chad ImhoffWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Dr. James Hawkins and Dr. Chad Imhoff as they dive deep into the heart of what makes a great therapist - your humanity. Discover how embracing your emotional experiences can transform yo...2025-07-1937 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy117. Navigating High-Conflict Couples Therapy: The Critical Importance of a Therapeutic PlanWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this powerful episode of the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, Drs. Ryan Reyna and James Hawkins dive deep into the critical challenge therapists face when entering couples sessions without a...2025-06-1136 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy116. Mailbag Episode (Validation and Enactments): Nicola CameoWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Summary: In this episode of the Leading Edge EFT Podcast, Dr. James Hawkins and his wife Nicola explore two critical questions from EFT therapists about navigating complex couple therapy moments. The di...2025-06-0325 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy115. Play It! Capturing the Moment, Discerning When to Use Shifts, With Here-and-Now Emotion and Longings.Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
This podcast episode focuses on the critical concept of "timing" in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), specifically when and how therapists should "play it" during therapeutic sessions. Hosts Dr. James Hawkins and Dr...2025-05-2834 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy114. The Resistant Client Series: Replace It! (w/ Corrective Emotional & Co-regulating Experiences)Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Overview and Themes:
This podcast episode is the finale of the "Resistant Client Series," focusing on how therapists can transform client resistance into opportunities for deeper emotional connection and he...2025-05-2143 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy113. The Resistant Client Series: Bring it Forward to Work with The Live Emotion Under Resistance.Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Key Highlights:
Counterintuitive approach: When clients become reactive, therapists should move towards the emotion, not away from it
Reactivity is a signal of underlying fear and pain th...2025-05-1331 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy112. The Resistant Client Series: Repetitively Reflecting Their Attachment DilemmaWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
This "Push the Leading Edge" podcast episode explores the concept of the "Attachment Dilemma" in therapy, focusing on how therapists can effectively work with resistant clients. Hosts Dr. James Hawkins and Dr...2025-05-0643 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy111. The Resistant Client Series: Realize This is DysregulationWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
James and Ryan discussed the importance of recognizing and working with clients' dysregulation, emphasizing the need for therapists to move towards dysregulation and validate clients' emotional experiences. They also discussed practical st...2025-04-2932 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy110. The Resistant Client Series: Capture the Moment and Get in Front of ItWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this episode, we address resistant client presentations, emphasizing capturing moments and containing reactivity. Techniques discussed included understanding the zone of resistance, organizing reactivity within the relational frame, and the metaphor of...2025-04-2136 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy109: The Resistant Client Series: In the Moment Practical Strategies-Notice it and Asses It Accurately: Establishing FocusWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
We are excited to announce the beginning of a new series focused on practical help when a client’s nervous system becomes entrenched and cannot open to their experience, their partner’s expe...2025-04-0235 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy108. Train Your Instincts so you can Trust your Instincts: Use of Self in EFTWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—Renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this episode, Ryan interviews James about using himself as an intentional component in the therapeutic process.
To support our mission and help us continue producing impactful content, your fin...2025-03-2542 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy107. Finishing the Get Your Mind Right Series: The 6 Traps in Couples Therapy to be Cautious WithWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this episode, we wrap up our "Get Your Mind Right Series" by listing six caution areas to watch out for in session.
To support our mission and help us...2025-03-0645 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy106. When Clients Get Disoriented Between Positive Change and Remnants of Old PatternsWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this episode, Nicola and James discuss how to support clients who feel stuck in the change process. They explore the disorientation clients experience when recognizing positive changes while still encountering ol...2025-02-0627 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy105. Get Your Mind Right: Mining for Motivation (Tips From the FBI and Serial Killers)Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Get Your Mind Right Series
In this installment of the "Get Your Mind Right" series, we discuss the importance of understanding your clients' motivations.
To support our miss...2025-01-0831 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy104. Get Your Mind Right Series: Get Your Heart Right Version-The Crucial Emotional Pre-Session Prep for TherapistsWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Get Your Mind Right Series
In this installment of the "Get Your Mind Right" series, we discuss the importance of getting your heart ready to hold the emotional experience com...2024-12-1031 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy103. Get Your Mind Right: Linking SessionsWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Get Your Mind Right Series
In this installment of the "Get Your Mind Right" series, we discuss linking your sessions. We discuss the extremes of not linking them at all...2024-12-0323 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy102. Get Your Mind Right: Preparing to Manage Chaos with F.R.A.y FocusWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Get Your Mind Right Series
In this installment of the "Get Your Mind Right" series, we empower you to embrace and harness the therapist's internal dialogue, especially in the fac...2024-11-2728 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy101. Get your mind right: Examining your inner dialogue before/in your hardest cases; the light and shadow sideWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
Get Your Mind Right Series
In this installment of the "Get Your Mind Right" series, we discuss the importance of becoming aware of and utilizing the therapist's internal dialogue, esp...2024-10-3031 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy100: Get Your Mind Right: 6 Things to Think About Headed Into Session.Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
James and Ryan Celebrate 100 Episodes! 🎉
Join us as we mark this exciting milestone—our 100th episode! We’re incredibly grateful to you, our amazing listeners, for being with us on this j...2024-10-2330 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy99. What Scares Therapists: Caution with Blocks: Being Overly Controlling & Shutting Clients Down or Missing ThemWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In In this episode, James and Ryan discuss the delicate balance of addressing client blocks while also paying attention to attunement and alliance.
To support our mission and help us...2024-10-2131 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy98. The New EFT Certification ProcessWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this episode, James and Ryan take time to discuss the new certification process.
Resources on Certification
ICEEFT Website
Let's Get Certified with Dr. Chad Imhoff
EFT Supervisors Coll...2024-10-0233 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy97. What Scares Therapists: Being Pulled Into TrianglesWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this episode, James and Ryan explore the concept of triangulation in relationships. They define triangulation, explain how it can create toxic dynamics, and discuss its harmful effects on communication and tr...2024-09-1722 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy96. Seeing Addiction in the Attachment Dance: Special Guest Dr. Chad ImhoffWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us and believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this episode, James interviews Chad about how to see and approach addiction in the EFT process.
To support our mission and help us continue producing impactful content, your fin...2024-09-1027 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy95. Exciting New Research & Excitement in Your Career: Special Guest Dr. Julia ConroyWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us and believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
In this episode, Julia & James discuss some upcoming research. They also talk about finding excitement to invigorate and extend your career.
To support our mission and help us continue pro...2024-09-0426 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy94. What Scares Therapists: Therapist BlocksWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us and believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
This episode discusses common blocks that scare therapists in the EFT process.
To support our mission and help us continue producing impactful content, your financial contributions via Venmo (@leftpodcast) are...2024-08-2830 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy93. What Scares Therapists: Deepening, Heightening, and Lingering in EmotionWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us and believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.
This episode discusses the fears and practical responses to heightening, deepening, and lingering emotions.
To support our mission and help us continue producing impactful content, your financial contributions via Ven...2024-08-2138 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy92. Challenges and Tips in Learning EFT with Speacial Guest Lauren BartholomewWelcome 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 episode, we had the privilege of having Lauren Bartholomew, LAC, as a special guest. Lauren is a newly licensed therapist who has been very dedicated to growing in her work with her clients using EFT. She and Ryan take time to...2024-08-1631 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy91. Differentiation Discussion 2.0: Wtih George FallerWelcome 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 episode, we return to the concept of differentiation in the EFT process. We look at contact with self or differentiation through 3 elements.
Function
Cost to Self
Cost to Other
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Ty...2024-07-2336 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy90. The Differentiation & Enmeshment Discussion-1.0: What Scares TherapistsWelcome 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," James and Ryan discuss the relationship between enmeshment and differentiation from an attachment perspective.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in t...2024-07-1043 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy89. What Scares Therapists: When the Client Demands A "Fix It" SolutionWelcome 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," James and Ryan delve into their experiences with the pressure to fix things for their clients. They discuss the anxiety and responsibility that comes with this demand and share their strategies for responding to...2024-06-2627 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy88: The Secret of Sue's Brilliance: Empathy, Empathy, EmpathyWelcome 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 episode, James discusses a key takeaway from his time at the EFT World Summit 2024 in the Netherlands. He highlights Sue's stance on the power of empathy, emphasizing how it can promote deeper understanding and connection with our clients, even in moments...2024-06-2617 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy87. What Scares Therapists: Highly Distressed But Highly Avoidant Couple PresentationWelcome 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 c...2024-06-1034 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy86. What Scares Therapists: Responding to Enactments (Red Lights)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.
This is the third episode of our series, "What Scares Therapists." In this episode, we follow up on the concept of the light system as a way to read the openness to proceed in enactments. We specifically covered "red light" responses.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Type LEFT or L...2024-05-2340 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy85. What Scares Therapists: Responding to Enactments (Green & Yellow Lights)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.
This is the second episode of our series, "What Scars Therapists." In this episode, we introduce the concept of the light system as a way to read the openness to proceed in enactments. We specifically covered green and yellow lights, and in the...2024-05-1534 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy84. (Series) What Scares Therapist: 3 Areas that Can Be DisorientingWelcome 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 episode, we launch a new series addressing clinical experiences that scare therapists. In the first episode, we discuss how therapists can become disoriented in moments of reactivity.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Type LEFT o...2024-05-0721 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy83. Honoring Sue Pt2: Trusting and Working with EmotionDr. Sue Johnson is the founder and leading authority on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a type of therapy that helps individuals, couples and families improve their relationships by understanding and managing their emotions. She has written dozens of books on the topic, including the bestsellers “Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love,” “Attachment Theory in Practice,” and “A Primer for Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy.” Dr. Johnson is also the founder of ICEEFT and has received numerous awards and recognitions for her contributions to the field of psychology, including the Order of Canada, The Psychotherapy Networker Lifetime Achievement...2024-05-0128 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy82. Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Sue JohnsonDr. Sue Johnson is the founder and leading authority on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a type of therapy that helps individuals, couples and families improve their relationships by understanding and managing their emotions. She has written dozens of books on the topic, including the bestsellers “Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love”, “Attachment Theory in Practice” and “A Primer for Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy”. Dr. Johnson is also the founder of ICEEFT and has received numerous awards and recognitions for her contributions to the field of psychology, including the Order of Canada, The Psychotherapy Networker Lifetime Achievement...2024-04-2428 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy81. Reluctance as the Leading Edge- A Stage 2 FocusWelcome 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 episode of the stuck series, we discuss the importance of seeing and working with reluctance. Our primary focus is working with reluctance in stage 2, but we do note how reluctance shows up in stage 1. The premise is that reluctance is actually t...2024-04-0932 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy80. When ADHD Has a Role in the Bond: Special Guest Alexine Thompson-de BenoitWelcome 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.
We are honored to have ICEEFT Trainer Alexine Thompson-de Benoit share her wisdom and expertise in working with relational bonds when ADHD is playing a major role.
Here is a link to an online training she will be hosting in 2024 https...2024-04-0233 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy79. The Stuck Series: Straying Proximal to the Stuck Place/Another Look at PsychEdWelcome 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 episode of the stuck series, we discuss the importance of staying proximal to the stuck places during the session. We discuss some interventions like psyched to help stay proximal to the stuck place. The goal of staying close is to help...2024-03-2627 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy78. The Stuck Series: Not Showing the Impact on Self, Partner, and the RelationshipWelcome 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 episode, we discuss the importance of helping clients see the impact of their strategies on themselves, their partners, and themselves. This is critical when their actions put the bond and their well-being in a critical condition. The intention is to help...2024-03-1924 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy77. The Stuck Series: "Toxic Story" Refined Cultural Tension-The New Acronym DEBSSWelcome 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 episode, we take time to clarify what or when "story" is problematic in the couple's work. We share some clear points to delineate when the story is helpful and when it is not as beneficial. Ultimately, as the clinician, you must...2024-03-1239 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy76. The Stuck Series: When Being Too Afraid to Rupture Alliance Hurts Our ClientsWelcome 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 episode, we delve into the therapeutic alliance's complexities, acknowledging its positive impact and potential challenges. We encourage therapists to navigate these challenges with sensitivity, addressing fears and embracing the potential for repair and growth within the therapeutic relationship. The challenge is...2024-03-0837 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy75. The Stuck Series: When Validating One Frustrates AnotherWelcome 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 episode, we go back to our stuck series to discuss the classic stuck spot when working with relationships: when your validation of one partner triggers another person.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Type LEFT o...2024-02-1338 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy74. An Interview w/ Cindy Zane: The Rhythm of Being with HumanityWelcome 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.
We are honored to interview ICEEFT trainer Cindy "Goodness" Zane in this episode. In this episode, we agreed to come together as humans and have conversations about things we care about. Out of it, we talked about culture and the rhythms of being...2024-02-0734 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy73. Crucial Experience: Coregulation & Enactments with Dr. Julia ConroyWelcome 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.
We are still on break from the stuck series. In this episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Julia Conroy. We discuss her research on the coregulatory effects of EFT. In this episode, there were some tremendous psyched nuggets to use to give...2024-01-2436 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy72. A Story on Learning EFTIn this episode, James interviews Nicola on her journey in learning EFT. We hope this episode is helpful for people about to go to an EFT core training. 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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Type LEFT or Leading Edge...2024-01-1140 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy71. An Image for Unpacking EmotionIn this episode, James and Nicola discuss the image that guides him doing move 2 of the tango. This episode discusses how to honor and address spiritual bypasses or blocks in the clinical process. 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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast...2024-01-1121 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy70. Stuck Series: Spiritual Bypasses in the Clinical ProcessWelcome to another installment of our stuck series. This episode discusses how to honor and address spiritual bypasses or blocks in the clinical process. 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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the...2023-12-0525 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy69. Stuck Series: Not Addressing MarginalizationWelcome to another installment of our stuck series. This episode discusses how the process gets stuck when we don't address cultural marginalization.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the c...2023-11-2928 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy68. Stuck Series: When You Reach the Ultimate Stuckness | The Meta-LadderThis is the final episode dedicated to helping you in stuck processes. In this episode, we discuss the process for dealing with rigid patterns of stuckness in the process and how to work in our roles as clarifiers.
Meta Ladder: When the EFT Map is Blocked
CPR attempts
"Ditch"/TERROR Processes
Enactments Blocked By Us
One-on-One Meetings: Alliance Repair & Trauma
One-on-One Meetings: Change Role/Meta Process
Clarifier Conjoint
Clarifier Break-up
No More Conjoint Meetings
Stabilization Only
Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph...2023-11-2133 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy67. Stuck Series: Using Focus to Manage the SessionThis is the sixth episode dedicated to helping you join stuck processes. In this episode, we discuss the use of triggers to help get traction.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@leftpodcast). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in E...2023-11-1427 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy66. The Stuck Series: Using Triggers to Get TractionThis is the sixth episode dedicated to helping you join stuck processes. In this episode, we discuss the use of triggers to help get traction.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT o...2023-11-0730 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy65. Stuck Series: Self of the TherapistThis is the fifth episode dedicated to helping you join stuck processes. In this episode, we seek to help therapists know their process and get the most out of their presence in session. Our central case is that you can't try to avoid it, and it helps to plan to go towards issues plaguing the process.
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 e...2023-10-3137 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy64. Stuck Series: Getting Out Ahead of the Cycle/DirectnessThis is our fourth episode dedicated to helping you join stuck processes. In this episode, we talk about taking a direct approach to handling repeated behaviors or processes that come up in therapy. Our central case is that you can't try to avoid it, and it helps to plan to go towards issues plaguing the process.
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 e...2023-10-2435 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy63. Stuck Series: Handling ContentThis is our third episode dedicated to helping you join in really stuck processes. In this specific episode, we talk about how to avoid getting stuck in the content solution trap.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) o...2023-10-1733 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy62. The Stuck Series: The Burnout PursuerThis is our second episode dedicated to helping you join in really stuck processes. In this specific episode, we talk about coming alongside burnout pursuers.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT...2023-10-1038 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy61. The Stuck Series: Clients Using BlameWe are launching a series of episodes dedicated to helping you join in really stuck processes. In this specific episode, we talk about clients who keep using blame as a strategy in session.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on V...2023-10-0338 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy60. Client’s Not Engaging in Session: Withdraw Withdraw CyclesIn this episode, we cover what to do when a couple comes in, presenting in a "withdraw-withdraw" cycle.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the c...2023-08-3143 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy59. Coming in Hot or Hopeless: Chaos in the First SessionWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help you...2023-08-2422 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy58. Organizing in the Chaos: The ”O” in TEMPOWelcome 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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help you...2023-08-1429 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy57. A Quick Look At Affair RecoveryWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help you...2023-08-1039 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy56. Going Deeper By Massaging the Nervous System With Attachment Summaries: A Not Often Discussed Key MoveIn this episode, we discuss the skillful and attuned use of attachment summaries to help bring focus, containment, and a quick breath into the clinical process.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type L...2023-07-2624 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy55. Thank You: Appreciating the Hardwork You DoWelcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help you...2023-05-0218 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy54. The Therapist as a Valuable Tool for Change: Self of the TherapistWelcome 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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help you...2023-05-0234 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy53. Recognizing When Story Takes You Away From Experience vs Into Experience & Danger Cues Again!Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help you...2023-04-1726 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy52. Where Are We on the Map: The Differences Stage 1 or Stage 2In this episode, Ryan and I try to help you see the differences between stages 1 & 2 and why it matters.
Link to register for Arkansas EFT Externship
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($do...2023-04-0423 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy51. Priming & Presence: How Much of EachIn this episode, we discuss the importance of knowing our tendencies toward priming maneuvers and the use of presence. Each has its benefits. We want you to know which you skew towards and how and when the use it for the most impact in the session.
Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves a...2023-02-2829 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy50. Getting the Most Out of Your Hard Work: Seeing What Sabotages Our WorkWe know you do hard work as a therapist. In this episode, come alongside you to see some places where certain things may slightly rob you from getting the full effectiveness out of your work.
Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and each other.
You can financially contribute to this p...2023-02-2825 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy49. Building a Road That Lasts: The Order of Change in EFTThis episode covers the importance of understanding the change process for our clients.
Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All f...2023-02-2832 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy48. Camping Out in Pain & Fear: Getting it Alive & ClearThis episode highlights the importance of hovering with our clients in their pain and fear.
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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or...2023-02-2835 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy47. Working w/ the Body’s Experience to Create Change: Special Guest Dr. Kathryn RheemWe are honored to have Dr. Kathryn Rheem from The EFT Cafe as a guest on this episode. Kathryn and James discuss the importance of working with the body's experience to create change. They also discuss using the Levels of Experiencing Scale in EFT.
More info on Experiencing Scale
https://goodmedicine.org.uk/sites/default/files/experiencing%20scale.pdf
experiencing.htm
2023-01-1745 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy46. Clients Need Us to Pivot:Blocks are Cries for Reorganization of ProtectionIn this episode, we revisit a popular topic of working with clients' blocks to vulnerability. We take time not just to talk about getting past the block but about the significant work of reorganizing the chaotic experience in the block.
* This is an update of a previously released version of this episode because I (James) made an error and gave the wrong name to the lady who does the Netflix show on home organization (Marie Kondo), and I did not correct myself or edit it before releasing the episode. While our heart is to help, we seek t...2023-01-0739 min
The Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused TherapyClients Need Us to Pivot: Blocks Are Cries For Reorganization of ProtectionIn this episode, we revisit a popular topic of working with clients' blocks to vulnerability. We take time not just to talk about getting past the block but about the significant work of reorganizing the chaotic experience in the block.
* This is an update of a previously released version of this episode because I (James) made an error and gave the wrong name to the lady who does the Netflix show on home organization (Marie Kondo), and I did not correct myself or edit it before releasing the episode. While our heart is to help, we seek t...2023-01-0739 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy45. Special Guest Dr. Chad Imhoff:Calibrating Yourself as a tool in the Therapuetic ProcessIn this episode, James and special guest Chad Imhoff talk about the importance of knowing yourself as an important tool in the therapeutic process.
More About the S.O.T Training with Chad and James.
Join EFT Trainer Dr. James Hawkins (aka Doc Hawk) and EFT Supervisor, Dr. Chad Imhoff (aka The EFT Guy) for this ONE-DAY CEU Event! This workshop will help you develop awareness around your own emotional process while working with your clients. We will include moments of training, demonstrations, and of role plays designed to help you experience your process in ar...2022-12-2640 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy44. S.A.F.E.: Proactive Alliance - A Tribute & Memorial to Dr. Katherine McKayWord of memory, written by Dr. Lisa J. Palmer:
It is with a heavy heart and tremendous pain, that we need to share with our community the passing of Dr. Katherine McKay over this last weekend. It has been a shock to all of us who have been along her side during this fight with cancer. We know she is with her God and getting fitted for angel wings as we share this very sad news.
After providing countless EFT workshops on supervision, diversity, trauma and coping with loss for other families, Katherine imprinted our entire community with her kindness and...2022-11-2518 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy43. Working with HopelessnessWelcome 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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help you...2022-10-2724 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy42. Focus: Entering the F.R.A.(Y)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.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help you...2022-10-2030 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy41. The C.A.R.E Model of Assessment in EFT: Approaching Clients with CuriosityWe had the privilege of interviewing Dr. Leanne Campbell on the CARE. The C.A.R.E Model of Assessment in EFT is a great tool to help in assessment and attunement throughout the EFT process with individuals, couples, and families. Leanne so graciously shared an outline of her notes with us. You can also read The Primer for Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy. We hope you find this helpful.
CARE Model Outline
CONTEXT
An experiential therapist seeks to enter the phenomenological world of the client. Therapist immerses self in contexts in which clients live an...2022-08-1535 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy40. Working With Positive EmotionAs therapists, we train to help people in deep valleys of pain and grief and go with them to peaks of anxiety and anger. In this episode, we want to talk about using their times of joy and celebration.
2022-07-2231 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy39. The Role of RepetitionIn this episode, we talk about the role of repetition in the EFT process and how to use it in an attuned way in session.
2022-07-2233 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy38. Special Guest Gail Palmer: Can the Tango Hurt Your ProcessWe wanted to get some insight and supervision from an expert, so we called in Gail Palmer to be a special guest on this episode. Listen as Gail helps us understand how to use the structure of the Tango with attunement to the attachment process occurring in the room.
2022-05-2635 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy37. Can the Tango Hurt Your Process: A Serious MatterIn this episode, we talk about a common but serious issue we have seen in our work and the work of other EFT therapists. The issue(s) shows up in the moves we make between Tango moves 3 & 4. How do we get the most out of these significant moments to change clients' moves in their attachment dance?
2022-05-2634 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy36. Recognizing Reality & Dignity: The Human Experience of Ukrainian Therapists and PeopleIf you would like to support Ukrainian EFT therapists through supervision, running support groups, or providing relevant training, please email the director of the Ukrainian EFT Association (UAEFT) Inna Garbuz at il-g@i.ua
If you would like to contribute financially, UAEFT is creating a program to connect Ukrainian couples and families with Ukrainian EFT therapists to receive help, no matter where they are. While many of the therapists (who are either still in Ukraine or are themselves refugees, abroad) now are continuing to provide help to their clients or refugees, they receive no income. The fund would pay therapists fo...2022-03-2842 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy35. Vulnerability & Empathy: Are They Enough for a Secure Bond?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 with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content t...2022-03-1028 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy34. Depth of Risk: Decision Making ProcessWelcome 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 with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content t...2022-03-1027 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy33. Special Guest Kathryn de Bruin: EFFT & Play TherapyWe are honored to have Dr. Kathryn de Bruin share with us about integrating EFFT and Play Therapy into her work with families. Here is a link if you want to get more in-depth training with Kathryn on EFFT for Families with Young Children.
2022-02-2840 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy32. Special Guest George Faller: Working w/ Clients’ Vulnerable View of SelfTraining Event with James & George: Working with Our Clients' Vulnerable View of Self.
In this focused online training, we will show you with precise in-session interventions how to skillfully and empathetically help clients shift their focus from a defensive view of others to a vulnerable view of self.
Link to Register: Working with Our Clients' Vulnerable View of Self.
Link to George's podcast with Dr. Laurie Watson (Foreplay Radio)
Link to our online training program Success in Vulnerability.
2022-02-1529 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy31. Special Guest Dr.Leanne Campbell: EFT w/ Individuals:Helping Clients Find Their VoiceHere is a link to Leanne's EFIT training with Sue Johnson. EFIT Training with Sue and Leanne.
Here is a link to the EFIT Primer book by Sue and Leanne.
2022-02-1430 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy30. Special Guest Dr.Leanne Campbell: Addressing Relational Injuries: Holding Their Pain & GriefJoin us for this four-session 12-hour training focused
on how to work relationally with couples to heal from
attachment injuries with attention to shame, racial
tensions, grief, and loss.
Date: March 31, April 1, 7, 8, 2022
Time: 9:15 - 12:30 PM (Pacific Time)
Location: Online
Early Bird Fee before February 15th: $470 (CAN)
Full Fee after February 15th: $495 (CAN)
Scholarship funding is available upon request.
This event will be recorded. Participants will have the
option of watching part or all of this training by streaming
at their convenience until April 30, 2022.2022-02-1442 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy29. Special Guest:How Sue Sees the Leading EdgeWe are honored to have Dr. Sue Johnson as a guest on this Episode. We ask about her focus when clients are reactive or when they are open to vulnerability.
Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on V...2022-02-071h 11The Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy28. Who & What is the Leading Edge?Ryan and I take time to talk about what "The Leading Edge" means for us and how it guides us on this podcast.
Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type L...2022-02-0730 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy27. Over Assessment: Drowning Our Focus With Too Much StoryThis episode addresses the danger of getting distracted by data that takes you out of attunement with the client's process.
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 with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading E...2022-02-0615 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy26. Balancing Act w/ Client Stories: Problems and SolutionsThis episode aims to equip you to gain clinically valuable information from your client's story while avoiding getting caught in content solution traps.
Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type L...2022-02-0633 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy25. Back to Basics: Complete the CatchThis episode talks about the importance of focus and attunement to guide our experiential work with clients. Specifically, we are focused on capturing our clients' in-moment responses as we intervene with their present moment experience. This goal is to organize and guide the process towards felt corrective experiences.
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...2022-02-0632 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy24. What Makes A Good Question?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 with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help...2021-12-1124 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy23. When Things Are”Good” Pt2Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy with Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC, ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. Thank you for listening. We hope this experience helps you push the leading edge in your work to help people connect with themselves and with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help...2021-12-1132 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy22. When Things Are ”Good” Pt 1Welcome 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 with each other.
You can financially contribute to this podcast on Venmo (@dochawklpc) or Cash App ($dochawklpc). Type LEFT or Leading Edge in EFT in the comments or notes section. All financial contributions are greatly appreciated and will help us keep producing content to help...2021-12-1125 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy21. When Things Go ”Bad” Pt 2 of 2We have put together two shows to talk about when things go "bad" in session. Our focus is to give you some insight and tactical moves to handle when things go "bad" in session.
2021-11-1435 minThe Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy20. When Things Go ”Bad” Pt1 of 2We have put together two shows to talk about when things go "bad" in session. Our focus is to give you some insight and tactical moves to handle when things go "bad" in session.
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 with each other.
You can financially contribute to...2021-11-1430 min