Sue Johnson's Hold Me Tight details emotionally focused therapy (EFT) for couples. EFT uses attachment theory to understand relationship distress, viewing conflict as stemming from unmet attachment needs and anxieties.

The book outlines seven conversations designed to help couples identify and address these underlying issues, fostering secure emotional bonding. Drawing on research in psychology and neuroscience, it emphasizes the importance of emotional responsiveness and highlights the impact of attachment on various aspects of health and well-being.

JOhnson also explores healing from trauma within the framework of secure attachment, offering strategies for recovery and strengthening the couple's bond.