Repairing Attachment Injuries in Close Relationships, with Dr Clare Rosoman

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In this insightful episode of Psychotherapy Central, host Jennifer Nurick interviews Dr. Clare Rosoman, clinical psychologist, international Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) trainer, and author of three powerful books on attachment and relationship healing. With over 25 years of clinical experience, Clare brings profound wisdom and practical insights into healing attachment injuries—those painful breaches of trust, betrayal, or abandonment in relationships.

In this conversation, Clare and Jennifer explore:

• Clare’s personal and professional journey into Emotionally Focused Therapy.

• Why vulnerability is the "magic juice" of relationship healing and attachment security.

• The hidden personal benefits therapists experience when working deeply with EFT.

• The wide-ranging impact of attachment injuries, beyond just infidelity.

• How attachment injuries disrupt fundamental questions of emotional safety and trust.

• The Attachment Injury Resolution Model—an evidence-based framework to repair relational ruptures.

• Why creating safety and stability is essential before healing attachment wounds.

Key Resources Mentioned:

• Clare's Books:

  • Repairing Attachment Injuries in Close Relationships: An Emotionally Focused Guide to Moving Beyond Betrayal

  • An Emotionally Focused Guide to Relationship Loss: Life After Love

  • An Emotionally Focused Workbook for Relationship Loss: Healing Heartbreak Session by Session

• Dr. Sue Johnson’s foundational EFT book:

  • Hold Me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson

Related Episodes:

• Episode 43: What Avoidants Really Need (But Struggle to Ask For)

• Episode 40: Why We Choose Avoidant Partners: An Internal Family Systems Perspective

• Episode 2: Avoidant Attachment Explained

Connect with Dr. Clare Rosoman:

• Dr. Clare Rosoman’s Website

• Instagram: @clarerosoman

Connect with Jennifer Nurick and Psychotherapy Central:

• Website: psychotherapycentral.health

• Instagram: @psychotherapy.central

• Facebook: Psychotherapy Central

• YouTube: Psychotherapy Central

Explore more resources, insights, and support for secure and fulfilling relationships at Psychotherapy Central.

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