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The Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy

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Aug 24, 2023 • 23min

59. Coming in Hot or Hopeless: Chaos in the First Session

Discover the challenges therapists face in initial sessions with clients who show intense emotions or signs of hopelessness. Learn strategies to create a productive atmosphere that balances client expression with necessary boundaries. The importance of informed consent and safety is emphasized, along with validating feelings to foster hope. Explore how therapists can shape clients' expectations and encourage active participation while navigating emotional turmoil, ultimately guiding them toward connection and transformation.
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Aug 14, 2023 • 29min

58. Organizing in the Chaos: The ”O” in TEMPO

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 push your leading edge. We desire to use this podcast to help equip therapists with tools and encouragement to help them with relational distress. We are also part of a team that has created an online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Success In Vulnerability is your premier online education experience that leads with innovative instruction to advance your therapeutic effectiveness through Success in Vulnerability’s exclusive Modules and full-length Clinical Examples. The Leading Edge After Core Skills: Navigating Emotional Reactivity Experienced EFT therapists are invited to join the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy Podcast hosts for a weekend workshop. The objective is to help therapists sharpen their focus with a decision tree of interventions based on attunement to the emotional reactivity in the session. Registration Link: https://www.northtexaseft.com/event/leading-edge-of-core-skills-training/ You can follow us on our Facebook page @pushtheleadingedge You can follow Ryan on Facebook @ryanranaprofessionaltraining and his website You can follow James on Facebook and Instagram @dochawklpc. You can also check out his website, dochawklpc.com Check out our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV) You can follow George @ https://www.georgefaller.com/.
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Aug 10, 2023 • 39min

57. A Quick Look At Affair Recovery

Couples face intense emotional turbulence in therapy post-affair. The hosts dive into the journey of healing, underscoring the need for open communication and careful navigation of attachment injuries. They emphasize shared responsibilities in relationships and the significance of stabilizing connections before discussing the affair's details. With a focus on emotional hurdles, they provide insights for therapists to guide couples through grief and mistrust, fostering meaningful recovery. Upcoming topics promise even deeper dives into Emotionally Focused Therapy.
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Jul 26, 2023 • 24min

56. Going Deeper By Massaging the Nervous System With Attachment Summaries: A Not Often Discussed Key Move

In 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 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 push your leading edge. We desire to use this podcast to help equip therapists with tools and encouragement to help them with relational distress. We are also part of a team that has created an online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Success In Vulnerability is your premier online education experience that leads with innovative instruction to advance your therapeutic effectiveness through Success in Vulnerability’s exclusive Modules and full-length Clinical Examples. You can follow us on our Facebook page @pushtheleadingedge You can follow Ryan on Facebook @ryanranaprofessionaltraining and his website You can follow James on Facebook and Instagram @dochawklpc. You can also check out his website, dochawklpc.com Check out our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV) You can follow George @ https://www.georgefaller.com/.
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May 2, 2023 • 19min

55. Thank You: Appreciating the Hardwork You Do

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 push your leading edge. We desire to use this podcast to help equip therapists with tools and encouragement to help them with relational distress. We are also part of a team that has created an online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Success In Vulnerability is your premier online education experience that leads with innovative instruction to advance your therapeutic effectiveness through Success in Vulnerability's exclusive Modules and full-length Clinical Examples.
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May 2, 2023 • 34min

54. The Therapist as a Valuable Tool for Change: Self of the Therapist

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 push your leading edge. We desire to use this podcast to help equip therapists with tools and encouragement to help them with relational distress. We are also part of a team that has created an online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Success In Vulnerability is your premier online education experience that leads with innovative instruction to advance your therapeutic effectiveness through Success in Vulnerability's exclusive Modules and full-length Clinical Examples. Self of the Therapist Training  Join EFT Trainer Dr. James Hawkins (aka Doc Hawk) and EFT Supervisor Dr. Chad Imhoff (aka The EFT Guy) for this TWO-DAY CEU Event! This workshop will help you develop an awareness of your emotional process while working with your clients. This workshop will include teaching segments, demonstrations, and role plays designed to help you experience your process in areas where therapists often get stuck. Thursday, August 17th, and Friday, August 18th: both days, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (1-hour break for lunch). 12 CE's available. Self of the Therapist Training Link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/self-of-the-therapist-workshop-with-dr-james-hawkins-and-dr-chad-imhoff-tickets-588777759127?aff=ebdssbdestsearch You can follow us on our Facebook page @pushtheleadingedge You can follow Ryan on Facebook @ryanranaprofessionaltraining and his website You can follow James on Facebook and Instagram @dochawklpc. You can also check out his website, dochawklpc.com Check out our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV) You can follow George @ https://www.georgefaller.com/.    
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Apr 17, 2023 • 26min

53. 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 push your leading edge. We desire to use this podcast to help equip therapists with tools and encouragement to help them with relational distress. We are also part of a team that has created an online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Success In Vulnerability is your premier online education experience that leads with innovative instruction to advance your therapeutic effectiveness through Success in Vulnerability’s exclusive Modules and full-length Clinical Examples. You can follow us on our Facebook page @pushtheleadingedge You can follow Ryan on Facebook @ryanranaprofessionaltraining and his website You can follow James on Facebook and Instagram @dochawklpc. You can also check out his website, dochawklpc.com.  Check out our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV) You can follow George @ https://www.georgefaller.com/.
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Apr 4, 2023 • 23min

52. Where Are We on the Map: The Differences Stage 1 or Stage 2

In 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 ($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 push your leading edge. We desire to use this podcast to help equip therapists with tools and encouragement to help them with relational distress. We are also part of a team that has created an online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Success In Vulnerability is your premier online education experience that leads with innovative instruction to advance your therapeutic effectiveness through Success in Vulnerability’s exclusive Modules and full-length Clinical Examples. You can follow us on our Facebook page @pushtheleadingedge You can follow Ryan on Facebook @ryanranaprofessionaltraining and his website You can follow James on Facebook and Instagram @dochawklpc. You can also check out his website, com. Check out our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV) You can follow George @ https://www.georgefaller.com/.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 29min

51. Priming & Presence: How Much of Each

In 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 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 push your leading edge. We desire to use this podcast to help equip therapists with tools and encouragement to help them with relational distress. We are also part of a team that has created an online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Success In Vulnerability is your premier online education experience that leads with innovative instruction to advance your therapeutic effectiveness through Success in Vulnerability’s exclusive Modules and full-length Clinical Examples. You can follow us on our Facebook page @pushtheleadingedge You can follow Ryan on Facebook @ryanranaprofessionaltraining and his website You can follow James on Facebook and Instagram @dochawklpc. You can also check out his website, com. Check out our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV) You can follow George @ https://www.georgefaller.com/.
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Feb 28, 2023 • 25min

50. Getting the Most Out of Your Hard Work: Seeing What Sabotages Our Work

We 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 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 push your leading edge. We desire to use this podcast to help equip therapists with tools and encouragement to help them with relational distress. We are also part of a team that has created an online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV). Success In Vulnerability is your premier online education experience that leads with innovative instruction to advance your therapeutic effectiveness through Success in Vulnerability’s exclusive Modules and full-length Clinical Examples. You can follow us on our Facebook page @pushtheleadingedge You can follow Ryan on Facebook @ryanranaprofessionaltraining and his website You can follow James on Facebook and Instagram @dochawklpc. You can also check out his website, com. Check out our online training program, Success in Vulnerability (SV) You can follow George @ https://www.georgefaller.com/.

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