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EP 107: Working on Self of the Therapist (SOT) Issues in EFT Supervision with EFT Trainer Senem Zeytinoglu


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Welcome to We Heart Therapy – The EFT Talk Series, where we explore the heart of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) through meaningful conversations with leaders in the field.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Senem Zeytinoğlu, ICEEFT Certified EFT Trainer and Founder of the Turkey Center for EFT in Istanbul, for a rich and thoughtful discussion on Self of the Therapist (SOT) issues in EFT Supervision—and why this work is essential for ethical, effective, and emotionally present EFT practice.

Self of the Therapist work helps EFT therapists understand how their own attachment histories, emotional triggers, and nervous system responses show up in clinical work and supervision. Dr. Zeytinoğlu shares how attending to SOT deepens therapist resilience, strengthens the therapeutic alliance, and ultimately leads to better outcomes for couples and individuals.

🎙️ In This EFT Talk Episode, We Explore:

  • What Self of the Therapist (SOT) means in the context of EFT supervision
  • Why SOT work is essential—not optional—in EFT training and supervision
  • How therapists’ attachment patterns can show up in sessions and supervision
  • The role of safety, compassion, and emotional presence in supervisory relationships
  • How EFT supervisors can support growth without shame or judgment
  • Why SOT work supports therapist sustainability and prevents burnout
  • This episode is especially valuable for EFT therapists, supervisors, trainers, and therapists who want to deepen their work, increase self-awareness, and practice EFT with greater clarity and confidence.

     

    📚 RESOURCES & LINKS:

     

    🇹🇷 Connect with Dr. Senem Zeytinoğlu:

    Turkey Center for EFT (Istanbul)

    🌐 https://docat.org

    📧 Email: [email protected]

     

    📘 Buy My Book Using Relentless Empathy in the Therapeutic Relationship: Connecting with Challenging and Resistant Clients on Amazon:

    👉 https://a.co/d/dkFt7B7

     

    Learn More About Dr. Sue Johnson's official EFT Training (ICEEFT): The International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)

    👉 https://iceeft.com

     

    💻 For Official EFT Training Events held in Las Vegas:

    👉 https://www.snveft.com

     

    💻 Visit My Website – Anabelle Bugatti, PhD, LMFT aka Dr.Belle:

    👉 www.DrBelle.com

    www.LasVegasMarriageCounseling.com

     

    💻 Visit We Heart Therapy and attend CE Events:

    👉 www.WeHeartTherapy.com

     

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