Nadia Ansar, Signe Hjelen Stige, Selma Marie Pedersen Engeset, Benedicte Nilsen, Elisabeth Schanche, Aslak Hjeltnes
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Abstract
Objective: This study examines fathers' experiences of participating in Emotion-Focused Skills Training (EFST). Method: The study is based on transcribed interviews with five men (M = 48 years) who participated in EFST. We analyzed the data using reflexive Thematic Analysis.
Results: We identified five main themes: (1) Breach of expectations in the face of the program; (2) The group created a sense of community and normalization; (3) The program strengthened cohesion with partner; (4) Gaining better understanding of own emotional and behavioral patterns; and (5) Accessing concrete skills made it possible to be a father in new ways.
Conclusion: The findings show how the men experienced participation in EFST as both demanding and rewarding, with therapy-initiated processes expanding the perception of who they could be and what the role as a father and partner could entail.
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Psychotherapy Research seeks to enhance the development, scientific quality, and social relevance of psychotherapy research and to foster the use of research findings in practice, education, and policy formulation. The Journal publishes reports of original research on all aspects of psychotherapy, including its outcomes, its processes, education of practitioners, and delivery of services. It also publishes methodological, theoretical, and review articles of direct relevance to psychotherapy research. The Journal is addressed to an international, interdisciplinary audience and welcomes submissions dealing with diverse theoretical orientations, treatment modalities.
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