3-Day Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy Certificate Retreat: Master the Evidence-Based Approach to Healing Relationships

Couples therapy is one of the most challenging forms of therapy — and it can leave even experienced therapists feeling overwhelmed, disheartened, and unsure how to truly help partners reconnect.

Dr. Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy approach revolutionized our field by offering therapists a clear, structured roadmap to guide couples from conflict and disconnection to secure, lasting emotional bonds.

Now, you can learn this model directly from Kathryn de Bruin — a certified EFCT trainer hand-selected by Dr. Sue Johnson — during a three-day, immersive clinical retreat at Paradise Point Resort in San Diego.

Over three transformational days, Kathryn will guide you step-by-step through applying the proven EFT model in your practice, even when working with complex dynamics such as trauma, infidelity, escalation, withdrawal, and more.

You'll walk away knowing how to:  Map relationship cycles with clarity and create a clear path from conflict to connection for every couple.  Access deep attachment emotions that foster vulnerability, healing, and authentic reconnection.  Navigate stuck moments — from escalated arguments to sexual disconnection — with confidence and precision.

And because healing relationships begin with your own wellbeing, you’ll have ample time to unwind and enjoy waterfront dining, lagoon-style pools, beach bonfires, spa treatments, tropical gardens, and the peaceful rhythm of Mission Bay.

This exclusive certificate retreat can sell out quickly as therapists discover the approach that therapists call “lifechanging,” “the missing piece in couples therapy,” and “the roadmap I’ve been searching for.”

Reserve your spot today — and return to your practice with renewed confidence, clarity, and calm.

Become confident applying Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) — the empirically validated, gold standard approach for healing relationships

Couples therapy is one of the most challenging forms of therapy that can quickly leave you feeling overwhelmed, disheartened, and questioning if you've failed your clients.

To be successful, you need the right framework that’s proven to provide healing for the real-world relationship issues that show up in your office.

Dr. Sue Johnson's Emotionally Focused Therapy approach revolutionized our field by offering a clear, structured roadmap to guide partners from disconnection to deeply connected, fulfilling relationships.

Now you can join one of Sue Johnson's hand-selected couples trainers who will provide the intensive EFCT training AND practice you need to transform relationships!

Join Certified EFT Trainer/Supervisor Kathryn de Bruin for this experiential retreat where you’ll get step-by-step training on how to apply the EFCT approach, experience the model in action with real couples, and get hands-on practice with expert oversight.

You'll receive tools you can implement right away: the Tango reference guide, cycle mapping templates, intervention scripts, and clinical decision-making frameworks.

You’ll walk away confident in your ability to offer clients secure and satisfying relationships.