Finding our relationship through Emotionally focused therapy and Gina Judd

Going to counseling sessions with Gina Judd was the most important decision that Robert and I made in trying to repair our relationship. We both desperately wanted something better, something “more”. Gina was able to get us to look deep inside ourselves, and dig for the meaning behind the emotion. Sometimes this was very painful, and very hard work! Learning to “see” what is causing the feelings and understand the emotions that drive the reactions could sometimes be frustrating. The very real result was that we were able to stop the habits and learn new steps to the “dance”. No longer am I Fox-trotting when Robert is doing the Tango. Our communication is so much better and more productive. Do we still struggle when outside pressures of life ramp up?; sure, but we are also able to recognize the traps that held us captive for so many years. Gina gave us the tools to avoid these traps and keep the lines flowing.

During the sessions, Gina promoted a very quiet, very safe environment. At no time did we ever feel hostility or danger while under her watchful eye. Scary? Yes! Very! She made us explore feelings and emotions that were more often than not, never even noticed before. I’ll never listen to the phrase “How does that make you feel” quite the same way again. The sessions were emotionally and mentally exhausting, but the feeling of peace and comfort that came out at the end was ALWAYS worth it! It made us keep coming back, even through the fear of “what’s going to come out this week”.

Gina became a very dear friend throughout this process. It was bittersweet when she “graduated us”. A little bit of panic set in. Could we really do this alone? But yes, we can, we are! (Plus, we both know she is there if we need her again!)

I would recommend EFT therapy for ANYONE in a relationship that wants it to remain intact, whether there are problems or not. I can’t begin to describe the difference in myself, my husband, or the “ripples” the experience has seen in our entire family.

Gina knows her stuff! I would and have recommended her to anyone and everyone that struggles with ANYTHING. Wow! I could shout it from the rooftops. I love this woman, love this approach and am so very thankful we chose to seek out the help.