About The Couples and Family Institute of Tri-Cities
CFIT offers exceptional service to couples, families, and individuals utilizing effective, evidence-based treatment by highly skilled EFT therapists dedicated to growth, transformation, and healing for themselves and their clients.
Our Philosophy Shift Your View of the World and Yourself
We hold positive regard for all human beings, regardless of race, sex, religious preference, socio-economic status, sexual orientation or gender identity. We assume the position that in the core of all human beings there is an innate desire to grow when safety is provided. Safety (physical, emotional, mental) is the North Star by which we navigate all interactions between and within the staff and clients of CFIT.
Meeting Our Mission for Personal & Professional Growth
CFIT therapists are devoted and committed to both personal and professional growth—living and acting upon the principles of attachment and the humanistic perspective. Here's how we do it:
A Commitment to Ethics
We commit to adherence to the ethical foundation of our profession with regard to the sacred trust of our clients. If we in any way fail in our duty to fulfill our goal for excellent service to our clients, we take responsibility for our part, offer an equitable solution, and seek to repair the relationship.
Collaboration & Communication
Working in collaboration with each other, we create a safe space for learning and growth by resolving conflicts and maintaining open communication with one another. We give direct feedback to each other and maintain personal responsibility and accountability. We operate on the principles of kindness and forgiveness, including with ourselves and our own humanness.
Positivity & Affirmations
We maintain a positive environment by speaking to others, not about others. We give praise and/or support for effort and growth, asserting our needs and being gracious with each other. We work together as a team to achieve our mission and goal to transform the lives of our clients for the better.
Constant Learning
CFIT staff will receive continual training, supervision, and support for their positions. Therapists will receive supervision using the EFT model for couples, families, and individuals. Support staff will indicate when more support and training is needed to fulfill their role as an integral part of our institute.
ICEEFT Certification
All CFIT therapists are highly encouraged to become certified by the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT). CFIT will cover the cost of training and ICEEFT certification.
Excellence in Care & Compassion
We provide excellent service to our clients from first contact on the phone or email to the very last contact. We seek to meet each client's needs in a positive, fair, and compassionate way.
