Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast Dr. Sue Johnson: Attunement, Attachment and the Development of Emotionally Focused Therapy
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Oct 11, 2023 
Dr. Sue Johnson, founder of Emotionally Focused Therapy, discusses topics such as breaking the pursue-withdraw cycle in relationships, the importance of vulnerability and emotional connection, the role of sex in relationships, the impact of pornography on relationships and brain function, understanding disorganized attachment and EFT for complex PTSD, and the importance of psychotherapy and attachment.
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Pub Psychology
- Sue Johnson learned about human interaction by observing people in her father's pub.
- Her father, though untrained, displayed remarkable therapeutic skills.
Emotion's Power
- Emotion is the core of human experience, giving color to our inner and social worlds.
- We constantly send emotional signals, shaping our interactions and relationships.
Lessons from Disturbed Children
- Sue Johnson worked with emotionally disturbed children, learning from their unrestrained emotions.
- A silent child taught her patience, respect, and the logic behind seemingly dysfunctional behaviors.