On-Demand: Creating Secure Connections with Couples
(4.0 CE/CEU credits)
CE/CEU credits included: 4.0 (see below for approval details)
Format: On-demand webinar ("asynchronous") to be viewed at your own pace. You may pause and rewind at any point during the videos. It also comes with a PowerPoint handout
Quiz: there is a quiz at the end to ensure viewing, which you must pass (75%; allowed 3 attempts). It is required by all CE/CEU approval organizations
Investment: $99 for professionals; $19 for graduate students
Presenters: Dave Jackson, PhD, LP & Elizabeth Luger, PhD, LP (see bios below)
Abstract:
This is an intermediate level workshop that actively engages participants in exploring variables related to the application of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples. The theory and science behind EFT is discussed to help attendees learn this model and identify whom can benefit from this therapeutic approach. Workshop attendees will enhance their learning by watching the instructors conduct demonstrations of EFT principles with volunteers. The content is developed to assist psychologists, counselors, social workers, and marriage and family therapists in providing this evidence-based modality of couples therapy.
This webinar counts as previous EFT course experience that is required for the Intermediate EFT for Couples CE/CEU course.
Objectives:
- Describe the theory and science behind EFT for couples.
- Explain at least two (2) ways to provide culturally informed EFT for couples.
- Discuss and demonstrate the three (3) stages and nine (9) steps of EFT for couples.
- Utilize primary EFT tools to access, expand, and reprocess emotional experiences to strengthen attachment bonds between romantic partners.
Non-Discrimination:
HPC & ATAGF do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or age.
Conflict of Interest Statements:
There is no known commercial support for this program, nor are there any relationships between the CE sponsor, presenting organization, presenter, program content, research, grants, or other funding that could be construed as conflicts of interests. There is also no commercial support or benefits for endorsement of products (e.g., books, training, drugs).
The presenter will inform participants of the utility and validity of content discussed (including the basis for statements about utility/validity), as well as limitations of the approach and the most common and severe risks, if any, associated with program content.
Non-Discrimination:
HPC & ATAGF do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or age.
Requests for Accommodations:
HPC & ATAGF are committed to accessibility and non-discrimination in all aspects of its continuing education activities. Participants with special needs should contact program organizers so reasonable accommodations can be made.
To request accommodations, contact ATAGF's Director of Continuing Education & Training, Erin Haugen, PhD, LP, CMPC, at [email protected].
Presenter: Dave Jackson, PhD, LP
Dave Jackson, PhD, LP, is a Licensed Psychologist (ND & MN), Certified EFT Therapist, and Certified EFT Supervisor located in Grand Forks, ND. He specializes in couples therapy and is passionate about helping others find secure, meaningful connections with their partners. His amenable and personal demeanor is an asset when helping couples have difficult and powerful conversations. He is gifted in knowing when to be serious and when to appropriately lighten the mood with his charming humor.
Dr. Jackson is co-founder of Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC, a group practice dedicated to providing compassionate, effective services that enhances the quality of life of their patients. As a business owner, he has extensive experience with effective communication and finding reasonable resolution.
Presenter: Elizabeth Luger, PhD, LP
Elizabeth (Liz) Luger, PhD, LP, is a Licensed Psychologist at Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC and is supervised by Dr. Jackson. Dr. Luger received her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of North Dakota. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Michigan State University’s Counseling and Psychiatric Services.
Dr. Luger has advanced training in emotionally focused couples therapy and is pursuing certification as an EFT couples therapist. She embraces diversity in all forms and takes a holistic wellness approach to her work with clients.
Course Curriculum
Continuing Education Approvals (CE/CEU)
This course is available for 4.0 CE/CEU credits. Full viewing/attendance is required; credit will not be given for partial viewing/attendance.
This course is co-sponsored by Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC.
Psychologists: Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
ND Licensed Social Workers: Assessment and Therapy Associates of Grand Forks, PLLC, is approved by the North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners (NDBSWE) to sponsor continuing education for social workers in North Dakota (approval through 4/5/25, provider #P-217).
ND Licensed Counselors: The North Dakota Board of Counselor Examiners (NDBCE) approved this course for 4.0 continuing education hours (approval through 8/19/25).
ND Marriage and Family Therapists: This course has been approved by the North Dakota Marriage and Family Therapy Licensure Board (NDMFTLB) for 4.0 hours of credit.
Registrants have lifetime course access.
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