Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy for Patients With Persistent Physical Symptoms in Routine Psychiatric Care: A Pilot Study

"Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) is a manualized, short-term psychodynamic therapy that, in this instance, is delivered in a group format.~The core of Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) involves helping individuals identify, understand, and express their emotions in a therapeutic setting. The therapy emphasizes the connection between unprocessed emotions and physical symptoms, encouraging participants to explore the emotional underpinnings of their distress. Through guided discussions, psychoeducation, and expressive exercises, participants learn to recognize patterns of emotional avoidance, develop self-compassion, and improve interpersonal communication. This process aims to reduce somatic symptoms and enhance overall emotional well-being by fostering a greater awareness of emotional experiences."