Approaches
Emotion-Focused Therapy
Drawing from attachment theory, EFT practitioners believe that our emotions are the key to identifying what is truly important. EFT is used to support people in expressing, regulating, making sense of, and subsequently transforming their emotions. EFT work centres on learning to identify and express a range of emotions while growing the ability to tolerate and regulate difficult or complex emotional experiences.
Internal Family Systems
IFS is an integrative approach often used in the treatment of trauma. IFS seeks to support individuals in identifying and working with different parts of the self that make up their internal system. Healing is achieved through a deeper understanding and integration of these various parts.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
ACT is a practical, research-validated approach that invites us to tune into negative thoughts and feelings, and instead of changing them, create space for them. In this way, we can disengage from these patterns and move forward with committed action in a way that aligns with our core values. ACT incorporates mindfulness skills and self-compassion skills to support the achievement of tangible goals.
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Mindfulness
Mindfulness techniques support individuals in becoming more aware of the present moment and their current physical, emotional, and mental states. Mindfulness helps us learn to notice with curiosity and without judgment, allowing us to remember that we are not our thoughts.
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