Thematic Analysis of Therapists’ Experiences Integrating EMDR and EFT in Couple Therapy: Conditions and Risks of Integration

Linder, Jason N.; Niño, Alba; Negash, Sesen; Espinoza, Sandra

doi:10.1080/2692398x.2022.2090205

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“…The present article focuses on the first two themes because they were most frequently mentioned by participants and because of space limitations. For a comprehensive description of the study's seven themes, please see Linder (2020) and future publications by this team of authors. Table 3 lists the themes and subthemes that will be described in this article, with their corresponding frequency.…”

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“…Also, the second, third, and fourth authors reviewed the final report to verify that it was written in descriptive language to minimize the risk of biases. For a more detailed description of the study procedures, please see Linder (2020).…”

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“…Specifically, this article highlights: (a) the theoretical and clinical complementarity of the two models and (b) the perceived clinical benefits of integration. The complete findings, including themes on the risks of integrating EFT and EMDR and factors to consider when integrating these two models, can be found in the dissertation study by the first author (Linder, 2020) and in upcoming journal publications by this team of authors. We start this article by briefly describing EFT and EMDR and reviewing available literature about their integration in therapy.…”

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“…With a clinical case, Negash et al (2018) suggested the benefits of using EMDR for couples struggling in EFT, particularly when attempting to facilitate corrective experiences in Stage 2 of EFT. Despite the similarities of EMDR and EFT, integration of these models has remained underexplored and potentially untapped (Linder, 2020). This study aimed to add to the literature focused on integrating these two models.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…With a few exceptions (Capps, 2006; Linder, 2020; Legg, 2013; Moses, 2007; Shapiro, 2005), there is little research about the use of EMDR in couple therapy. In the early 2000s, Protinsky, Flemke, et al (2001) developed eye movement relationship enhancement (EMRE).…”

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confidence: 99%

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In this article, we present partial findings from a thematic analysis study that examined integrating emotionally focused therapy (EFT) and eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) as clinical frameworks in couple therapy. The purpose of the study is to better understand how therapists integrate EFT and EMDR therapy in their clinical work. Thirteen licensed therapists (n = 13) trained in EFT and EMDR were interviewed about their experiences integrating these two models in their couple therapy practice. The findings included in this article are related to how these models complement each other as well as the clinical benefits associated with their integration. Findings provide preliminary evidence that there are benefits and challenges when integrating both models, although we emphasize complementarity in this article. Limitations and implications for future research on the integration and efficacy of these two models are also discussed.

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confidence: 99%

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confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%