The Effectiveness of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy on Self-Differentiation and Intolerance of Uncertainty in Couples Seeking Divorce

Sahar   Saniei; Hosein  Hasanzadeh; Shima   Hosseinzadeh; Narjes Eslami; Maryam  Nasri; Kamran   Pourmohammadghouchani

doi:10.61838/kman.aftj.4048

Authors

Sahar Saniei Department of Psychology, SR.C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

Hosein Hasanzadeh Department of Psychology, Kash.C., Islamic Azad University, kashmer, Iran

Shima Hosseinzadeh M.A., Department of Counseling, Allameh Mohaddes Nouri University, Nur, Iran.

Narjes Eslami * Department of Psychology, Bir.C., Islamic Azad University, birjand, Iran. Narjes.eslami1349@gmail.com

Maryam Nasri Department of Psychology, Bir.C., Islamic Azad University, birjand

Kamran Pourmohammadghouchani Department of Psychology, Kish International Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kish Island, Iran.

https://doi.org/10.61838/kman.aftj.4048

Keywords:

Couples therapy, Indecision, Intolerance

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFCT) on differentiation of self and the reduction of intolerance of uncertainty in couples seeking divorce.

Methods: The research method was quasi-experimental with a pretest–posttest control group design. The statistical population consisted of couples seeking divorce in Tehran, from which 30 couples were selected through convenience sampling and randomly assigned to experimental and control groups. The experimental group underwent a 10-session EFCT intervention, each session lasting 90 minutes, while the control group did not receive any intervention.

Findings: Findings showed that Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy significantly increased differentiation of self and reduced intolerance of uncertainty in couples seeking divorce.

Conclusion: These results suggest that by focusing on core emotions and emotional interactions, it is possible to improve interpersonal relationships and facilitate more informed decision-making in marital relationships. Accordingly, the use of EFCT is recommended in psychological interventions related to divorce crises.

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