97. What Scares Therapists: Being Pulled Into Triangles

The Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy

Welcome to the Leading Edge in Emotionally Focused Therapy, hosted by Drs. James Hawkins, Ph.D., LPC, and Ryan Rana, Ph.D., LMFT, LPC—renowned ICEEFT Therapists, Supervisors, and Trainers. We're thrilled to have you with us. We believe this podcast, a valuable resource, will empower you to push the boundaries in your work, helping individuals and couples connect more deeply with themselves and each other.

In this episode, James and Ryan explore the concept of triangulation in relationships. They define triangulation, explain how it can create toxic dynamics, and discuss its harmful effects on communication and trust. They also discuss recognizing when it’s happening and provide actionable strategies for handling and resolving it in relationship therapy.

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