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Nadia Ansar1, Signe Hjelen Stige2, Selma Marie Pedersen Engeset2
1Department of Research and Development, The Norwegian Institute of Emotion-Focused Therapy, Oslo, Norway.
Abstract:
This study examines fathers' experiences of participating in Emotion-Focused Skills Training (EFST). Method: The study is based on transcribed interviews with five men (M = 48 years) who participated in EFST. We analyzed the data using reflexive Thematic Analysis.
Abstract:
We identified five main themes: (1) Breach of expectations in the face of the program; (2) The group created a sense of community and normalization; (3) The program strengthened cohesion with partner; (4) Gaining better understanding of own emotional and behavioral patterns; and (5) Accessing concrete skills made it possible to be a father in new ways.
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The findings show how the men experienced participation in EFST as both demanding and rewarding, with therapy-initiated processes expanding the perception of who they could be and what the role as a father and partner could entail.
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