Emotionally focused therapy with couples facing breast cancer: a theoretical foundation and descriptive case study

Abstract

Women with breast cancer experience a range of distressing emotions, and their partners experience increased distress as well. As a result, their relationship and the patient's health can be negatively affected. A theoretical foundation and specific techniques for applying Emotionally Focused Therapy in couples counseling for breast cancer is presented. A descriptive case study is used to illustrate the process.