Caitlin Edwards, Jose Fusilier, Robert Allan, Sandra Taylor
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Abstract
This study explores the impact of the first LGBTQ + centered Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT) Externship on participating LGBTQ + therapists. Through thematic analysis, this study found that creating a identity-based training fostered a safe and accepting environment where LGBTQ + identifying therapists felt comfortable exploring aspects of their own identities and attachment styles. This safety created a deeper understanding of EFCT which increased therapists' confidence and preparedness to work with relationships using EFCT. Overall, the findings emphasize the importance of identity-centered trainings for LGBTQ + therapists using evidence-based treatments and adds to the literature about the potential for identity centered trainings.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Family Therapy advances the understanding and treatment of human relationships constituted in systems such as couples, families and professional networks and wider groups, by publishing articles on theory, research, clinical practice and training. The editorial board includes leading academics and professionals from around the world in keeping with the high standard of international contributions, which make it one of the most widely read family therapy journals.