About Dr. Paul Guillory
ICEEFT Certified EFT Trainer & Supervisor

Dr. Paul GuilloryDr. Paul T. Guillory is a psychologist, trainer, and educator with over 30 years of experience specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and the integration of Attachment Theory, Multicultural Realities and its impacts in psychotherapy. He is the author of Emotionally Focused Therapy with African American Couples: Love Heals (Routledge, 2021) and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, where he teaches and conducts research on EFT.

As a certified EFT trainer, supervisor, and therapist, Dr. Guillory leads trainings worldwide, with a focus on equipping clinicians to serve diverse communities. He is known for his transformative workshops, including “Deep Roots: Attachment & Culture” and “Beyond Cultural Humility.”

He has served as a consultant for the Oakland Raiders, Sacramento Kings, and the National Basketball Players Association. He is also the former chairperson of the Northern California Community of Emotionally Focused Therapy, where he advanced initiatives to increase cultural diversity.

His practice integrates science and cultural sensitivity to foster healing and connection.

Dr. Guillory’s Story

Dr. Guillory’s path to becoming a psychologist was not a direct one. Immediately after college, he worked as a business community organizer in the United States Peace Corps in the West Indies. Then, he returned home and joined the United States Naval Reserves. After the military, he worked in corporate America as a loan manager. Finally, just before graduate school, he worked as a firefighter for several years. He also actively participated in raising his two children with his wife during this time. These varied experiences have helped shape his understanding of people’s desire to make their lives work.

Credentials and Awards

Dr. Guillory is an ICEEFT Certified Trainer, Supervisor , and Therapist. He holds a doctoral Clinical Psychology degree from University of California, Berkeley. He is licensed as a California Psychologist (#10610). His extensive experience also includes:

  • Associate Professor of Psychology, University of California, Berkeley

  • Clinical Fellow, Harvard Medical School

  • Director, Center for Family Counseling, Oakland

  • Founder, The Family Enrichment Network, Oakland

  • Advanced Training in Multi-dimensional Family Therapy

  • Advanced Training Gottman Couple Therapy

  • Advanced Training in Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy

  • Consultant to the National Football League

  • Consultant to the Oakland Raiders Football Team

  • Consultant to the Alameda County Probation Department

Take the First Step!

Explore the power of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

For Therapists: As an ICEEFT Certified Supervisor, I can guide you through the EFT Certification process, helping you develop the skills and confidence to effectively integrate EFT into your clinical practice.

Getting started with supervision with Dr. Guillory is easy. 

For Therapy Clients: Ready to invest in your emotional well-being and build stronger relationships? I offer a free initial consultation to explore how therapy can help you achieve your goals. Contact me today to begin your journey of self-discovery and growth.

Oakland Raiders Star Running Back Napolean Kaufman & Dr. Guillory