Attachment-Based Therapy relies on John Bowlby’s Attachment Theory to inform the therapeutic process. Attachment Theory emphasizes the quality of an infant’s connection to its parent, most primarily its mother. If a child is adequately cared for and responded to, they will grow up to form healthy relationships. If a mother is too distant, unresponsive, or overly cautious, the infant is more likely to grow up to experience unhealthy relationships. Children must get adequate care and love to learn to trust others and themselves.
Attachment-Based Therapy’s goal is to help you rebuild the context of your relationships in more healthy, positive ways. Your therapist will show you openness, caring, and empathy. You can experience what a healthy relationship looks and feels like through this therapeutic relationship.
Although therapists can use it for individual or group therapy, you may benefit from Attachment-Based Therapy in a family therapy setting.
Your therapist will help you discover your particular attachment style based on your relationship with your parents and your early memories of family relationships. They also will explore your current relationship dynamics as they relate to your upbringing. With this understanding, you and your therapist can then begin to restructure your existing relationships based on a foundation of love and trust.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Attachment-Based Therapy
"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage." (Lao Tzu) It is my philosophy that our interpersonal relationships, past and present, determine our well-being. It is this psychodynamic influenced framework that I apply in my practice. I primarily work with individual adults for issues of depression, anxiety, infidelity, self-esteem, loneliness,...
I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We all have what it takes inside to make it over life's hurdles. But sometimes we need a helping hand. I am here to give you the support and skills you need to overcome the difficulties you face. I understand that looking for a therapist is a vulnerable experience. Be assured that I will see you as a person rather than a diagnosis. I belie...
You have taken the first step toward change. You have demonstrated the strength of a warrior by allowing the process of change to unfold and reveal a new way of being in your life. I have over 18 years of experience working with survivors of Trauma, as well as working with people who experience intense emotions and may experience some challenges with self regulation and inner peace. I am a LCSW...
I help couples and individuals overcome personal and relational dynamics that interfere with personal fulfillment. I focus on identifying and utilizing strengths while teaching skills that foster self-reliance and interdependence. My most successful clients are motivated to change, have the capacity for insight, and the desire to take charge of their lives. They are willing take risks to achiev...
I work with children, teens, and adults who are experiencing mental health issues as a result of relationship difficulties or life transitions. I specialize in working with young girls, teens preparing for college, and the twenty-something's navigating adulthood. Change is inevitable and I believe that talking through what is happening can provide an individual with a higher level of clarity an...
My goal is to create a safe space that is accepting and empowering. I am understanding and provide honesty and hope for my clients. I believe it takes a tremendous amount of courage to begin a journey of personal growth. I see my role as a process facilitator. I utilize my experience, skills, and training to help my clients resolve problems, improve relationships and gain useful life tools. I...
I am a licensed clinical social worker/outpatient clinician with 15 years of mental health experience. I draw from a variety of theoretical orientations, including psychodynamic (insight oriented), cognitive-behavioral (skills development) and relational treatment approaches, but the needs of my clients dictate the specific approaches I employ in our work. Psychotherapy is useful to manage...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has been in practice since 2005. I work primarily with individuals, families, and couples; age 10 and above. My focus includes, but is not limited to, depression, anxiety, and trauma. As a therapist, I work to get at the root of the problem, not just teaching you how to cope with the problem in the moment. I do believe in a mind/body/spirit balance, s...
As an independent licensed mental health counselor, who has full knowledge and experience working in the field throughout the lifespan, I am determined that I will be a great asset to clients who are in need of mental health support. I provide all clients with empathic support and encourage their internal exploration. My practice is a judgment free zone. I provide clients an environment where t...
I strongly believe a relationship in which one feels heard, not judged and allows open and honest communication is of utmost importance. My calming nature and down to earth personality make clients feel welcome and accepted. I support my clients in finding their own strengths and possibilities. Together we will problem solve, search for more effective coping strategies, gain alternative views a...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have been working with individuals, couples, and families for over 15 years. Through listening and accepting, my overall goal of the therapeutic process is to improve your level of functioning and to enhance your life. I utilize a strength-based approach and focus on each client's individual needs. My clinical population includes adults, children, and...
Life is hard enough under normal circumstances, but especially so when we experience emotional pain stemming from unresolved issues from our past. Profound sadness, loneliness, isolation, alienation, anger, shame, and feeling misunderstood, abused, or neglected are some of the common distress signals that bring people into therapy. It can make all the difference to talk about whatever difficult...
My goal as your therapist is to provide a space where your thoughts, feelings, and ideas can be formed and expressed through supportive dialogue. Whether you are experiencing anxiety or depression, going through a difficult transition, processing a challenging relationship, or struggling to cope with trauma or loss, I can help you find meaning in your experiences and make changes at your pace....
I believe in a collaborative, holistic approach to counseling. My passion is to provide a place for healing, learning, and understanding. I help my clients, who include teens and adults, to find personal strength while building healthy self-perceptions. My experience includes helping clients heal from childhood or adult trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, loss, and issues with assertiveness...
I believe everyone, if given a supportive and secure space, can discover their inner-self and learn to appreciate who they genuinely are, which leads to improved relationships. I am a licensed clinical psychologist in California and Taiwan with over 10 years of practice experience. I have helped diverse populations with a wide range of issues in a variety of settings, including a community ment...
