Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is a therapeutic approach that primarily focuses on helping individuals and couples better understand and regulate their emotions within the context of their relationships. It is developed by Dr. Sue Johnson in the 1980s and is highly regarded for its effectiveness in improving emotional well-being and relationship satisfaction.

EFT is rooted in attachment theory, which posits that humans have an innate need to form and maintain emotional bonds with others, particularly within intimate relationships. This theory suggests that emotional security and attachment play a central role in a person's mental and emotional well-being. EFT seeks to address and repair attachment injuries and disturbances that may lead to emotional distress within relationships.