The New Mexico Community for Emotionally Focused Therapy is a non-profit organization that promotes the learning and practice of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). The New Mexico Community for Emotionally Focused Therapy is an ICEEFT affiliate.
Upcoming NMEFT Events
Quarterly "Social & Study" Gatherings
NMEFT's regular gatherings to promote learning & community among therapists in New Mexico. CE's are available for all learning-focused events, and free for current NMEFT members. All are welcome----prior training in EFT is not required. We hope you'll join us!
Sat March 7, 2026 10 am-1 pm Online
Meeting Clients Where They Are: Psychoeducation as a Starting Place for Relationship Work
Rae Littlewood, PhD
In most practice settings, therapists can't always offer a full EFT protocol to every client who wants help with relationships. Additionally, many clients request practical skills they can use right now, rather than long-term therapy. How can the therapist still provide the value of EFT to clients in these situations?
This presentation shares one therapist's approach to using psychoeducation to help clients view and organize their relationships through an EFT lens, so that they can choose their responses rather than simply react. Participants will walk away with tools to help clients name their fears, see their patterns, and repair disconnection.
Sun March 29, 2026 1-4 pm Albuquerque | Online
Assessing Couples Using an EFT Framework
Rae Littlewood, PhD
​Assessment sets the stage for treatment, but starting work with a new couple can feel intense. The volume of emotion, interaction, and meaning in the room can be difficult to contain and organize. In this presentation, you will learn how to notice, organize, and stay grounded in a couple's complexity. By developing the core EFT skill of gathering information and “tracking the cycle,” couple therapy becomes more focused, less overwhelming, and even enjoyable. Learn how to use EFT assessment skills to serve both as a validating witness and confident guide for couples seeking relational change.
Special Learning Opportunities
In addition to quarterly gatherings, NMEFT offers training & learning opportunities on special topics throughout the year. Events are selected to add practical and immediate clinical value to therapists, and may cost an additional fee for members. Past events include our EFT Externship, Core Skills & shorter workshops on specific topics designed to deepen clinical skills.
Sat April 25, 2026 1-4 pm Albuquerque | Online
Courageous Conversations: An Attachment-Informed Framework for Clinical Ethics
Tahlia Rainbolt, PhD & Laura Spiller, PhD
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