Hold Me Tight
Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love
Dr. Sue Johnson’s bestselling book, Hold Me Tight, offers a groundbreaking approach to building stronger, more secure relationships. Grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), the book guides couples through seven pivotal conversations that foster emotional closeness, resolve conflicts, and create lasting bonds. With practical exercises, relatable examples, and insights rooted in the science of love, Hold Me Tight helps readers understand and respond to their partner’s emotional needs. Dr. Johnson’s compassionate guidance empowers couples to break free from negative cycles and cultivate trust, intimacy, and resilience. This essential guide offers a roadmap to shaping meaningful connections and creating a relationship where both partners feel safe, valued, and deeply connected. Whether you’re seeking to repair or enhance your relationship, Hold Me Tight provides the tools to make love last a lifetime.
The Hold Me Tight Workbook
A powerful companion to Dr. Sue Johnson’s million-copy bestseller
This workbook helps couples strengthen their bond and deepen intimacy. Packed with practical exercises, compelling conversation prompts, and science-backed activities, it draws on the latest advancements in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to foster secure emotional connections. The workbook guides couples in resolving conflict, enhancing communication, and creating a stronger, more loving relationship. Whether you’re rebuilding trust or enriching a thriving bond, this resource provides a clear roadmap to lasting love. Designed for couples at every stage, from newlyweds to those celebrating decades together, The Hold Me Tight Workbook is an invaluable tool for cultivating deeper connection, resilience, and joy in your partnership. It’s an essential guide for anyone committed to a flourishing, secure relationship.
Edgar and Elouise
A whimsical yet profound saga!
Edgar and Elouise invites readers into a whimsical yet profound saga that explores the heroic journey of self-discovery, connection, and courage. Through enchanting tales, a wise and wordy porcupine challenges us to rethink how we see ourselves and the world, reminding us that “we all need new stories – new ways to see.” Facing fear and overcoming monsters, Edgar and Elouise’s adventures pose essential questions about how we navigate an uncertain and dangerous world. How do we confront overwhelming odds? How do we sculpt inner strength, protect what we love, and nurture meaningful connections with others? Dr. Sue Johnson weaves a narrative that blends magic, wisdom, and humanity, offering a powerful reflection on resilience and the bonds that help us thrive. This story is a celebration of love, courage, and the enduring power of connection.
Love Sense
The revolutionary new science of romantic relationships
In Love Sense, Dr. Sue Johnson reveals the groundbreaking science behind romantic love, showing that it is an attachment bond as vital as the one between parent and child. Drawing on decades of research, this book transforms how we understand relationships and provides practical guidance to build stronger, more secure bonds. With accessible insights and real-life examples, Love Sense teaches readers how to repair broken connections and foster lasting intimacy. Whether you’re seeking to heal a struggling relationship or deepen an already strong one, this book offers a clear, science-backed roadmap to lasting love. Dr. Johnson’s compassionate approach illuminates how emotional connection is the key to thriving partnerships, making Love Sense an essential read for anyone looking to nurture love that lasts a lifetime.
Created for Connection
The revolutionary new science of romantic relationships
Created for Connection adapts Dr. Sue Johnson’s groundbreaking book, Hold Me Tight, specifically for Christian couples. Co-authored with Kenneth Sanderfer, a leading EFT practitioner in the Christian community, this book blends Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) with biblical principles to help couples strengthen their bond with each other and deepen their relationship with God. Through scripture, real-life stories, and practical exercises, couples learn how to build trust, resolve conflicts, and create secure emotional connections. Moving beyond surface-level solutions, Created for Connection reveals how our attachment needs mirror the love and guidance we seek from God. Whether revitalizing a struggling marriage or enriching a thriving one, this compassionate guide provides the tools to create a relationship grounded in faith, love, and enduring connection.
Attachment Theory in Practice
For mental health professionals and EFT practitioners.
Attachment Theory in Practice is an essential resource for those dedicated to fostering emotional connection and resilience in their clients. Dr. Sue Johnson draws on cutting-edge research in adult attachment to provide an innovative roadmap for clinical practice. This comprehensive guide extends Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) beyond couples to individuals and families, offering proven techniques for treating anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. Each therapy modality—individual, couple, and family—is explored in paired chapters introducing key concepts and illustrating them with in-depth case examples. Special features include end-of-chapter exercises and reflection questions that deepen understanding and practical application. With its focus on the healing power of emotional connection, Attachment Theory in Practice demonstrates how attachment-based therapy can transform lives, making it an indispensable tool for professionals.
A Primer for Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy
For mental health professionals and EFT practitioners.
A Primer for Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy is an invaluable guide for clinicians seeking to apply the transformative power of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to individual clients. Co-authored by Dr. Sue Johnson and T. Leanne Campbell, this accessible text introduces therapists to the core principles, interventions, and change processes of Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT). Grounded in attachment science, the book provides a step-by-step roadmap for treating depression, anxiety, and trauma, offering detailed explanations of EFIT’s three stages and its signature interventions, such as the EFIT Tango. Rich with clinical exercises, case studies, and transcripts, this resource equips therapists with practical tools to foster emotional balance, agency, and resilience in their clients. Whether new to EFT or a seasoned practitioner, this book is an essential companion for providing effective, attachment-based care.
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