We Heart Therapy

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We Heart Therapy is a channel about Therapy, Wellness and life from a therapist, coach and relationship Expert, Dr. Anabelle Bugatti. This channel features podcast on how to live a better life, have s... more

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The podcast currently has 104 episodes available.

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September 02, 2025EP 104: Healing Addiction, Shame & Trauma with EFT | Dr. Belle & EFT Trainer Michael Barnett LPC
EFT Talk: Your Guide to Emotionally Focused Therapy 🎙️
💙 Featuring Dr. Belle, PhD, LMFT, Cert. EFT Supervisor & Therapist

✨ Healing Addictions, Shame & Trauma with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) | Dr. Belle & Michael Barnett LPC

In this powerful conversation, I, Dr. Belle, PhD, LMFT, ICEEFT Certified EFT/EFIT/EFFT Supervisor/Therapist, sit down with Michael Barnett, LPC — EFT Trainer, Supervisor, and author of The Emotionally Focused Therapy Workbook for Addiction to explore how Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) can be a transformative path for healing addictions, shame, and trauma.

👉 Whether you're a therapist, mental health professional, or someone seeking healing, this discussion will provide valuable insights into:
How EFT helps clients move from shame to self-compassion
The role of attachment and bonding in recovery
Using EFT to support lasting healing from trauma and addiction
Practical steps and tools from Michael’s new EFT Workbook for Addiction

📘 Get Michael Barnett’s New EFT Workbook for Addiction: Emotionally Focused Therapy Workbook for Addiction (Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/Emotionally-Fo...

🔗 Resources from Dr. Belle
🌐 My Therapy & EFT Training Websites:
https://WeHeartTherapy.com CE Events & Podcast
https://DrBelle.com Professional Site for Dr. Belle
https://LasVegasMarriageCounseling.com Marriage & Couples Counseling
https://snveft.com - Southern Nevada EFT Community

📘 My Book – Relentless Empathy (By Anabelle Bugatti, PhD): https://www.amazon.com/Relentless-Emp...

✨ About Your Host – Dr. Belle, PhD, LMFT
I’m an ICEEFT Certified EFT/EFIT/EFFT Supervisor/Therapist, and I create content to help therapists and individuals discover the power of Emotionally Focused Therapy for healing, connection, and transformation.

🔔 Stay Connected

👉 Subscribe to my channel for more expert interviews, EFT training, and resources for therapists: https://www.youtube.com/@Wehearttherapy
👍 Like this video if you found it valuable
💬 Comment below — What’s one takeaway about EFT and healing that resonated with you most?
🔗 Share this video with colleagues and clients who may benefit

#EFT #AddictionRecovery #TraumaHealing #Shame #EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #MichaelBarnett #DrBelle #RelentlessEmpathy #TherapistResources
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1h 8min
August 11, 2025 EP 103: What to Do When Clients Say “I Don’t Know” EFT Tips with EFT Trainer Lieven Migerode
What to Do When Clients Say “I Don’t Know” EFT Tips with Lieven Migerode

Welcome back to We Heart Therapy, the channel for Emotionally Focused Therapists seeking practical tools and insights!

In this episode, host Dr. Belle, PhD, LMFT — Certified EFT/EFIT/EFFT Supervisor & Therapist — speaks with Lieven Migerode, Certified EFT Trainer from Belgium, about how to work effectively when clients frequently respond with “I don’t know” during emotional exploration.

We discuss why this happens, how to understand it through an attachment lens, and what interventions can help clients access and express their deeper emotional experience.

🔗 Learn more about Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): https://www.iceeft.com

For more information on our special guest Lieven Migerode:
🔗 Lieven Migerode’s Website: https://www.eft-belgium.org

📘 Dr. Belle’s Book – “Relentless Empathy” Buy on Amazon: https://a.co/d/2EM78Vj

👩‍⚕️ About the Host - Dr. Belle (Anabelle Bugatti), PhD, LMFT
https://www.DrBelle.com
https://www.LasVegasMarriageCounselin...
https://www.WeHeartTherapy.com
https://www.SNVEFT.com

If you found this video helpful, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss future EFT training content!
#EFT #EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #TherapistTraining #RelentlessEmpathy #CouplesTherapy #EFIT #EFFT #AttachmentTheory #WeHeartTherapy
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54min
June 28, 2025 EP 102: How to Use EFT/EFIT in Group Therapy - Featuring EFT Trainer Dr. Andrea Pagani
Welcome back to We Heart Therapy, the mental health podcast for Emotionally Focused Therapists!
In this episode, Dr. Belle (PhD, LMFT) speaks with Dr. Andrea Pagani, Certified EFT Trainer based in Rome, Italy, about how to apply Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) in group therapy settings.
Dr. Pagani shares insights into adapting EFT principles to group dynamics, helping therapists support individuals in a relational healing process even within a group format.
This is an invaluable conversation for anyone working in EFIT or exploring the intersection of individual and group therapeutic work through an attachment lens.
🔗 Learn more about EFT and EFIT training:
https://www.iceeft.com
🔗 Dr. Andrea Pagani’s EFT communities:
https://www.eftitaliacommunity.com
https://www.eftroma.com
📘 Check out Dr. Belle’s book: “Relentless Empathy”
Buy on Amazon: https://a.co/d/2EM78Vj
👩‍⚕️ About the Host - Dr. Belle, PhD, LMFT
https://www.WeHeartTherapy.com
https://www.DrBelle.com
https://www.SNVEFT.com
Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode designed to help you grow in your EFT journey!

#EFT #EFIT #GroupTherapy #EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #Attachment #MentalHealth #TherapistTraining #WeHeartTherapy #RelentlessEmpathy
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47min
May 26, 2025EP 101: Working with View of Self in EFT Emotionally Focused Therapy - Featuring EFT Trainer Robin Williams Blake
🎙️ Working with View of Self in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
with Dr. Belle (Anabelle Bugatti-Duarte, PhD, LMFT) & Robin Williams Blake, EFT Trainer & Director of the Toronto Centre for EFT
Welcome to another transformative episode of the We Heart Therapy podcast & YouTube series for EFT therapists!
In this episode, Dr. Belle sits down with renowned EFT Trainer Robin Williams Blake to explore the important and powerful topic of working with View of Self and View of Other in EFT Emotionally Focused Therapy. Learn how the way clients see themselves—shaped by attachment wounds, past emotional experiences, and current relational patterns—impacts their emotional responses, connection struggles, and healing process.
🔍 We cover:
What “View of Self” (VOS) really means in the EFT model
How to identify and work with negative self-perceptions in session
Key interventions and markers for effective restructuring
Using the EFT tango to access and shift self-view
How attachment and self-concept intertwine in therapy
This conversation is packed with clinical gems, theory-to-practice insights, and gentle reminders of the deep humanity behind our clients’ struggles.
👥 Whether you're an EFT therapist-in-training or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will enrich your understanding and sharpen your skills for deep, lasting change in your sessions.
💬 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert content on EFT, attachment science, and therapeutic change.
For official information on EFT:
https://www.iceeft.com
https://www.DrSuejohnson.com
🔗 Connect with our guests:
Dr. Belle's Website:
https://www.drbelle.com,
https://www.LasVegasMarriageCounselin...
And for Exciting new CE events hosted by We Heart Therapy, https://www.WeHeartTherapy.com
Robin Williams Blake's Website: www.robinwilliamsblake.com
Email Robin: [email protected]
‪@robinwilliamsblake9911‬

#EFT #EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #ViewOfSelf #Attachment #EFTTherapists #CouplesTherapy #WeHeartTherapy #DrBelle #RobinWilliamsBlake #TherapistPodcast #EFTTraining
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59min
May 07, 2025EP 100: Attachment Based Suicide Assessment in EFT Emotionally Focused Therapy - Featuring EFT Trainer Rachel Thomas
In this powerful episode of the We Heart Therapy Youtube Channel and podcast, on our series EFT Talk, host Dr. Belle (Anabelle Bugatti aka Dr. Belle, PhD, LMFT) is joined by certified AZ EFT Trainer Rachel Thomas, LMFT, to explore Attachment-Based Suicide Assessment within the framework of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

🎙️ Together we delve into:
How attachment theory informs suicide risk assessment
Differentiating emotional distress from suicide ideation
The power of secure bonding in preventing suicidal crises
Tools for EFT therapists to navigate high-risk moments with sensitivity and clarity
If you're a mental health clinician or therapist practicing EFT, this episode provides essential clinical insight into working with clients struggling with suicidal thoughts through an attachment-focused lens.
🧠 Learn how to stay connected, attuned, and effective—even in the most challenging moments.
🔔 Subscribe to We Heart Therapy for more cutting-edge EFT conversations: / @wehearttherapy

📍 Connect with Rachel Thomas, LMFT:
https://www.TherapyWithHeart.com
Email Rachel Thomas at: [email protected]

📍 Connect with Dr. Belle: https://www.wehearttherapy.com
Instagram: @drbelleeftguru
LinkedIn: Anabelle Bugatti

📚 Interested in EFT trainings and CEs?
Visit our site for upcoming events and resources!
https://www.iceeft.com
https://www.snveft.com

#EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #EFT #SuicideAssessment #AttachmentTheory #WeHeartTherapy #MentalHealthPodcast #DrBelle #RachelThomas #TherapistTools #LMFT #SuicidePrevention #AttachmentInTherapy
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46min
March 18, 2025 EP 99: How to Think Systemically in EFT Emotionally Focused Therapy - Featuring EFT Trainer Dr. Simona Herb
In this episode of *We Heart Therapy*, join host Dr. Belle, aka Anabelle Bugatti, PhD, LMFT (Certified EFT Supervisor/Therapist), as she welcomes special guest Dr. Simona Herb, EFT Trainer from Romania. Together, they explore how to think systemically in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) —a crucial perspective for therapists working with couples, families and relationships.

👉 Learn how systemic thinking enhances your EFT practice and deepens emotional connection in therapy.

✨ *Special Guest: Dr. Simona Herb, EFT Trainer in Romania*
🔗 [Visit Dr. Simona Herb’s Website] https://eftromania.ro/en/trainers/sim...
Email Dr. Simona Herb: [email protected]

✨ *Host: Dr. Anabelle Bugatti ("Dr. Belle")*
🔗 [Visit Dr. Belle’s Website] https://www.LasVegasMarriageCounselin...
or https://www.DrBelle.com
or https://www.WeHeartTherapy.com

✨ 🔹 To Sign up for We Heart Therapy CE Events, visit: https://www.wehearttherapy.com/therap...

🔔 Don't forget to *LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE* for more expert insights on EFT and couples therapy!

#WeHeartTherapy #EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #EFT #CouplesTherapy #TherapistTips
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48min
February 26, 2025EP 98: The Importance of Playfulness with Emily Nagoski
In this enlightening episode of We Heart Therapy, host Dr. Anabelle Bugatti, PhD, LMFT, Certified EFT Supervisor & Therapist, and author of *Using Relentless Empathy in the Therapeutic Relationship*, engages in a compelling discussion with Sex Educator and best-selling author Emily Nagoski, Ph.D., on "The Importance of Playfulness." Together, they delve into how incorporating playfulness can enhance emotional connections and is essential to overall health and well-being.
Emily Nagoski is an award-winning author and renowned sex educator with a Ph.D. in Health Behavior and a minor in Human Sexuality from Indiana University. She began her career as a peer health educator at the University of Delaware and has served as the Director of Wellness Education at Smith College. Emily is dedicated to teaching women to live with confidence and joy inside their bodies, combining sex education and stress education in her work. Her notable publications include the New York Times bestseller Come As You Are and *Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle*, co-authored with her sister, Amelia Nagoski. Her latest book, *Come Together: The Science (and Art!) of Creating Lasting Sexual Connections*, was published in January 2024.
Learn more about Emily Nagoski and her work:
Official Website: [https://www.emilynagoski.com](https://www.emilynagoski.com)
Explore Emily's acclaimed books:
Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life
Purchase: [https://www.amazon.com/Come-As-You-Ar...](https://www.amazon.com/Come-As-You-Ar...)
Audiobook: [https://www.audible.com/pd/Come-As-Yo...](https://www.audible.com/pd/Come-As-Yo...)
Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle
Purchase: [https://www.amazon.com/Burnout-Secret...](https://www.amazon.com/Burnout-Secret...)
Come Together: The Science (and Art!) of Creating Lasting Sexual Connections
Purchase: [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/bo...](https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/bo...)
*Discover Dr. Anabelle Bugatti's work:*
Using Relentless Empathy in the Therapeutic Relationship: Connecting with Challenging and Resistant Clients
Purchase: [https://www.amazon.com/Using-Relentle...](https://www.amazon.com/Using-Relentle...)
*Visit Dr. Belle's (Anabelle Bugatti) websites:*
We Heart Therapy: [https://www.wehearttherapy.com](https://www.wehearttherapy.com)
Dr. Belle's Professional Site: [https://www.drbelle.com](https://www.drbelle.com)
-Work with Dr. Belle: https://www.LasVegasMarriageCounselin...
For EFT Training and Information please visit:
https://www.iceeft.com
https://www.drsuejohnson.com
https://www.snveft.com
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the role of playfulness in fostering deeper relationships and personal growth.
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1h 29min
January 29, 2025 EP 97: Using L'TEMPO to Track the Negative Cycle in EFT - Featuring EFT Trainer Dr. James Hawkins, aka Doc Hawk
Welcome to We Heart Therapy! In this episode, join Dr. Belle, PhD, LMFT, ICEEFT Certified EFT Supervisor & Therapist, and special guest Dr. James Hawkins (aka "Doc Hawk"), PhD, LPC, ICEEFT Certified EFT Trainer, as they explore the acronym L'TEMPO—a practical tool for assembling elements of emotional experience to effectively track the negative cycle in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Whether you're a seasoned mental health professional or just starting your journey in EFT, this conversation offers actionable insights to refine your skills and deepen your understanding of the cycle-tracking process. Gain practical tools to enhance your effectiveness in therapy sessions, and learn from the combined expertise of two passionate leaders in the EFT community.
Dr. Hawkins, a co-host of The Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy podcast and co-creator of the Success in Vulnerability online learning platform, brings his wealth of experience and a collaborative spirit to this engaging discussion with host Dr. Belle, a trusted community leader in the Southern NV EFT Community in Las Vegas.

✨ What You'll Learn in This Video:
The meaning and application of the L'TEMPO acronym in EFT sessions
How to assemble and connect emotional experiences to track the negative cycle
Practical tips for sharpening your EFT skills as a therapist
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all things EFT!

💡 Additional Resources: 📚
Check out Doc Hawk's website: https://www.DocHawkLPC.com
And the EFT learning platform: https://www.SuccessinVulnerability.com
🎙️ Listen to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy podcast: https://theleadingedgeineft.podbean.com/

🔗 Follow Us:
🌐 Dr. Belle's Website:
https://www.lasvegasmarriagecounselin...
https://www.DrBelle.com
and to learn more about CE Events hosted by We Heart Therapy visit: https://www.WeHeartTherapy.com
📖 Learn more about EFT: https://www.ICEEFT.com

#EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #EFT #TherapistResources #DrBelle #DocHawk #WeHeartTherapy #LTempo
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1h
December 31, 2024 EP 96: Attuning to High Reactivity using EFT - Featuring EFT Trainers George Faller & Giulia Altera
Managing heightened emotions and reactivity in couples therapy can be challenging, but this conversation provides essential strategies for maintaining attunement, de-escalating intense interactions, and fostering connection in the therapy room. Whether you're an experienced EFT practitioner or new to the model, this episode will enrich your skills in navigating these complex dynamics.
✨ What You'll Learn in This Video:
Effective techniques for attuning to heightened reactivity
Tools for managing escalated couples using EFT principles
Insights on creating safety and connection in high-conflict sessions
Dr. Giulia Altera shares her expertise in working with couples across cultures, while George Faller offers wisdom from his extensive experience as a therapist, trainer, and educator. Dr. Belle moderates this dynamic discussion, bringing her passion and expertise to support EFT therapists in building confidence and competence.
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more content designed to inspire and empower EFT professionals!
💡 Additional Resources:
📚 Learn more from Dr. Giulia Altera:
https://www.eftitaliacommunity.com/en...
https://eft-norditalia.com/la-eft/tra...
Follow Giulia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giulia_alte...
📚 Learn more from George Faller: Success in Vulnerability: https://successinvulnerability.com/
🎙️ Listen to Foreplay Radio Podcast: Foreplay Radio https://www.foreplayrst.com/
🔗 Follow your host Dr. Belle @ We Heart Therapy:
🌐 Dr. Belle's Website: https://www.LasVegasMarriageCounselin... and https://www.DrBelle.com
For EFT CE Retreats hosted by Dr. Belle @ We Heart Therapy, visit: https://www.WeHeartTherapy.com
📖 Learn more about EFT: https://www.ICEEFT.com

#EmotionallyFocusedTherapy #EFT #TherapistResources #DrBelle #GeorgeFaller #GiuliaAltera #WeHeartTherapy #HighlyEscalatedCouples #CouplesTherapy @WeHeartTherapy
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November 28, 2024 EP 95: Parts Work Using EFT-Emotionally Focused Therapy - Featuring EFT Trainer "Doc Hawk" James Hawkins
Exploring Parts Work in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
🧠 Welcome to ‪@Wehearttherapy‬ !
In this episode, join Dr. Belle (Anabelle Bugatti, PhD, LMFT), a Certified EFT Supervisor/Therapist, and her special guest Dr. James Hawkins (Doc Hawk, PhD), an esteemed EFT Trainer from Arkansas, and host of Success in Vulnerability and The Leading Edge in EFT Podcast.
Together, these EFT experts provide a concise and practical overview of how Emotionally Focused Therapy integrates Parts Work in therapy sessions. Discover how addressing and engaging with internal “parts” can deepen the healing process and enhance emotional connection using Sue Johnson's gold standard of counseling, EFT.
Whether you're a therapist, a student of EFT, or simply curious about the therapeutic approaches of EFT , this video is packed with valuable insights to elevate your understanding of the transformative power of EFT.
💡 Key Takeaways:
What is Parts Work in therapy?
How does EFT incorporate Parts Work?
Practical insights for therapists in session.
Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to We Heart Therapy for more expert discussions on Emotionally Focused Therapy. 🩷
Resources & Links:
For more information on EFT, visit: https://www.iceeft.com or https://www.drsuejohnson.com
For more information on your host Dr. Belle (Anabelle Bugatti), PhD, LMFT, visit: https://www.DrBelle.com
https://www.LasVegasMarriageCounselin...
https://www.WeHeartTherapy.com
https://www.snveft.com
To purchase a copy of her EFT book on Relentless Empathy for therapists, click here: https://a.co/d/6A7vFZ3
For more information on Doc Hawk aka EFT Trainer James Hawkins, PhD, visit: https://www.arkansaseft.com
Find James on his podcast The Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy https://theleadingedgeineft.podbean.com/
Find Dr. James Hawkins & Dr. Belle on Success in Vulnerability: https://www.successinvulnerability.com
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47min

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