Emotions are often treated like weather—unpredictable forces we must simply endure. However, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) , an evidence-based approach developed by Dr. Leslie Greenberg , suggests that our feelings are not just random "reactions" but vital messengers that signal our deepest needs and guide our survival. What is Emotion-Focused Therapy? At its core, EFT is built on the principle that "you have to feel a feeling to change it". Instead of just trying to "think