Who We Are
Our Practice
At Priority One Coaching, Counseling, & Consulting (POCCC), we are dedicated to providing evidence-based, attachment-focused mental health and relationship services. Founded by Dr. Everette Coffman, Ph.D., LMFT, LMHC, and Dr. Thomas Moore, Ph.D., MBA, our practice integrates cutting-edge academic research with practical therapeutic applications to support individuals, couples, and families in their journey toward emotional well-being and secure connections. With a combined 20+ years of experience in mental health, addiction recovery, and relationship counseling, we specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), trauma-informed care, and attachment-based healing.
We believe that relationships are the foundation of well-being—whether with a partner, family, or within oneself. Our practice is committed to helping individuals and couples break free from negative cycles, heal relational wounds, and cultivate secure, meaningful connections. Through individual therapy, couples counseling, family interventions, and coaching, we provide clients with personalized, research-backed strategies that foster lasting change.
Our Focus
At POCCC, our primary focus is on healing through connection. Research shows that insecure attachment styles are linked to 80% of mental health struggles, including substance use disorders, anxiety, and depression. Many individuals seeking support have experienced relational trauma, broken trust, or emotional disconnection, which can lead to destructive behaviors and coping mechanisms.
We specialize in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), an approach that helps individuals and couples recognize destructive patterns, reshape their attachment styles, and build secure emotional connections. Studies have shown that EFT has a 70-90% success rate in reducing distress and improving relationships, making it one of the most effective therapeutic approaches for long-term healing. Our work is deeply rooted in attachment science, neuroscience, and trauma-informed care, empowering clients to rebuild trust, improve emotional regulation, and develop deeper, healthier relationships.
In addition to therapy, we are passionate about education, coaching, and community engagement. Through workshops, training programs, and public speaking engagements, we bring the latest research on mental health, addiction recovery, and relational healing to individuals, professionals, and organizations.
Our Promise
We believe that everyone deserves to experience the safety, security, and fulfillment of healthy relationships. At POCCC, we are committed to creating a compassionate, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, confront their fears, and take meaningful steps toward healing.
Our promise is to provide:
✔ Expert Guidance – Led by highly trained professionals specializing in EFT, addiction recovery, trauma, and attachment-based therapy.
✔ A Safe & Supportive Environment – A place where you can feel heard, understood, and validated.
✔ Evidence-Based Strategies – Proven techniques backed by psychological research to help you achieve long-lasting change.
✔ A Personalized Approach – Every individual and couple is unique, and we tailor our methods to fit your specific needs.
✔ A Path to Lasting Connection – Helping you break free from past patterns, strengthen emotional bonds, and create a more fulfilling life.
We believe in the power of connection and the transformative potential of secure relationships. Whether you're seeking to heal from past trauma, rebuild trust, navigate challenges, or enhance your relationships, POCCC is here to support you every step of the way.
If you’re ready to begin your journey toward healing, growth, and emotional security, we invite you to connect with us today.
📩 Contact us to learn more or schedule a consultation.
Counseling
Anxiety & Depression
Anxiety and depression can be overwhelming, isolating, and disruptive to daily life. They can make even the simplest tasks feel daunting and can create a cycle of negative thoughts, emotional distress, and physical exhaustion. At Priority One Coaching, Counseling, & Consulting (POCCC), we specialize in helping individuals break free from the grip of anxiety and depression by addressing their root causes and providing evidence-based strategies for healing.
Using a compassionate, neuroscience-informed, and attachment-based approach, we help clients understand their emotions, reshape thought patterns, and build lasting emotional resilience. Our goal is to not just manage symptoms but to help individuals rediscover joy, purpose, and emotional well-being.
Trauma & PTSD
Understanding Trauma & PTSD
Trauma can leave a deep imprint on the mind and body, affecting how we think, feel, and experience the world around us. Whether it stems from childhood experiences, relational wounds, abuse, accidents, loss, or life-threatening events, trauma can disrupt our sense of safety, trust, and emotional stability. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a natural response to overwhelming distress, often leading to symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbness, hypervigilance, anxiety, depression, and difficulty maintaining relationships.
At Priority One Coaching, Counseling, & Consulting (POCCC), we understand that trauma is not just an event from the past—it is an experience that lives in the body and nervous system. Without proper healing, it can manifest in chronic stress, fear responses, emotional detachment, and unhealthy coping mechanisms such as substance use or self-isolation. However, healing is possible, and we are here to help guide you through it.
Relationship Counseling: Strengthening Bonds & Deepening Connection
Building Stronger, Healthier Relationships
Relationships are the foundation of our emotional well-being, yet they can be challenging, complex, and at times, overwhelming. Whether you’re navigating communication breakdowns, trust issues, conflict, emotional distance, or life transitions, relationship struggles can create stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. At Priority One Coaching, Counseling, & Consulting (POCCC), we specialize in helping couples and individuals build stronger, healthier, and more fulfilling relationships through research-based, attachment-focused therapy.
We understand that healthy relationships require more than love—they require emotional safety, trust, and the ability to navigate challenges together. Our approach is rooted in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), one of the most effective and research-supported relationship counseling methods, proven to help couples reduce distress, increase emotional closeness, and create lasting, meaningful change.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Workshops
Hold Me Tight
Hold Me Tight® Marriage Workshop – Strengthen Your Relationship & Deepen Your Connection
Relationships thrive when partners feel emotionally connected, understood, and valued. The Hold Me Tight® Marriage Workshop, based on the groundbreaking work of Dr. Sue Johnson, founder of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), is designed to help couples build a stronger, more fulfilling bond. This immersive experience is tailored for couples who want to enhance emotional intimacy, improve communication, and rekindle their connection through a research-based, structured approach.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) is one of the most effective, evidence-based approaches to relationship counseling, with research showing that over 70% of couples move from distress to recovery, and approximately 90% experience significant improvements in their relationships. EFT is based on the understanding that love is not just an emotion—it is a deep, biological attachment bond. When couples struggle, it is often due to disconnection and unmet emotional needs rather than incompatibility. By addressing these emotional patterns, couples can heal past wounds, rebuild trust, and foster a sense of security and closeness.
The Hold Me Tight® Workshop offers couples the opportunity to:
- Understand the Science of Love – Learn how emotional bonds work and why connection is essential for lasting relationships.
- Recognize and Change Negative Patterns – Identify common cycles that lead to disconnection and replace them with healthier interactions.
- Improve Emotional Communication – Discover how to express your feelings and needs in a way that fosters closeness rather than conflict.
- Heal from Past Hurts – Gain tools to repair emotional injuries and restore trust.
- Create a Secure, Loving Relationship – Strengthen your bond and develop a relationship that feels safe, fulfilling, and deeply connected.
This workshop is facilitated by experienced relationship experts Dr. Ryan Henry, PhD, LMFT, a Certified EFT Therapist and Supervisor, and Dr. Everette Coffman, PhD, LMFT, LMHC, a Certified EFT Therapist and Supervisor in Training. With years of experience in helping couples navigate relational challenges, they provide a supportive environment where partners can explore their emotions, learn new ways to connect, and apply transformative techniques that lead to long-term relationship success.
Ideal for couples at any stage—whether newlyweds, long-term partners, or those experiencing challenges—this workshop provides a powerful opportunity to deepen emotional intimacy, enhance communication, and strengthen the foundation of your relationship.
Invest in your love and take the next step toward a more fulfilling partnership. For more information on our next workshop or to reserve your spot, please contact us at priorityonecoaching@gmail.com.
Your relationship deserves care, attention, and a path to deeper connection—experience the power of Hold Me Tight® today!