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
Human beings are wired for connection. I whole heartedly believe this statement, and believe that trauma wounds and attachment issues can be healed. I have over 10yrs of experience with teens & families in various capacities, which allows me connect with each person differently. I also do in-home therapy with families, which allows me to work with your family in real-time, and be creative with...
Welcome to my practice. I work with children 4 years old and up, adults, families and couples. I work with children using different skills of play therapy, behavior modification, learning to communicate effectively. I do my best to help all my clients feel comfortable so you are able to enjoy the counseling atmosphere I have to provide. I help parents with discipline education, behavior...
Every day I have the privilege of working with the bravest folks on the planet & none of you know it when you first walk in the door. You often feel defeated, overwhelmed & ashamed that you aren't able to "get over" your sexual, physical or emotional trauma. It's also common for you to have a nagging, chronic sense that something is just not right, an unhappiness; feeling unloved or unlovable,...
My life experiences introduced me to a multitude of diverse cultural learning opportunities. I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss, LGBTQ affirmative, issues of entertainment industry and creative arts, aging and relationships. I gravitate mostly towards the Psychodynamic and Positive psychology theories, tailoring my approach individually ...
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, social anxiety, trauma, or mood disorders? Do you feel as if you life lacks meaning, or would you like to incorporate spirituality into your life? I am an open and authentic therapist. I communicate with honesty and can guide you through dealing with issues such life transitions, grief and loss, existential and spiritual crises, alienation, substance...
I am a established PhD, LCSW who is highly regarded by clients as they consistently report success in their treatment with me--even a recent public media posting states: "she's the best therapist in Las Vegas". My skill set is extensive and up-to-date providing clients with access to those methods best fitted to them. I am experienced with age groups from 6 yrs to elderly presenting with seriou...
Let's get to work. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process that encourages self-exploration, growth and personal development. Your experience of therapy is as unique as you are and I strive to create a personalized approach for each client to address your specific challenges. As an LCSW, I attend to the various dimensions of the human experience- mind, body, spirit, and relationships. I...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist in Florida, and have worked in social services for over 20 years serving populations such as: at-risk youth, domestic violence survivors, couples, first responders, and veterans. In my private practice, I use mostly mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches including EMDR to treat Post Traumatic Stress, anxiety, sexual...
You have within you an amazing ability to transcend pain and fear even if you haven't yet discovered it. With effort and commitment, you can free that ability to heal wounds and increase resilience. Self-esteem can grow as you better understand why you do what you do. Learning to identify, understand, and manage emotions - including anger and anxiety - allows you to become a better friend to...
Therapy is a space for exploring problems in relation to personal history, relationships, and social, cultural, and environmental contexts. Together, we can develop insight about things that can be changed and skills to cope with things that cannot. I hope to become your partner in discovering meaning in daily life and your personal answers to life's existential uncertainties. I believe the mos...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with children and families, utilizing multi-systemic approaches. Experience includes social service agencies, outpatient mental health, partial care, group homes, school counseling and in -home therapeutic services for children and adults. My ideal client seeks to bring balance to their life in a safe, non-threating...
I have over 35 years of experience helping individuals and couples with their personal growth and have enjoyed every minute of it! After receiving my PhD in Clinical Psychology, I went on to receive certification in Stress management, Biofeedback therapy, Emotional Trauma and PTSD, Mind-Body Medicine, EMDR therapy, Brainspotting, Bereavement Therapy, and Couples therapy. As a Certified Biofeedb...
We all come with baggage. It makes us who we are and yet it can be so heavy. My idea of therapy's purpose is to help clients lighten their load. Everybody wants to make healthier choices, to find joy in life. How that is done is individual and to be discovered. I have interest in and respect for the differences in people's experience. I also have faith in each person's ability to find a path to...
I specialize in working with couples, marriages, and families. I aim to increase healthier communication, understanding and on building a stronger connection, beginning from the first therapy session. I provide psychotherapy without judgement or blame, in a supportive, empathic and caring environment. I work with individuals, couples and families of diverse backgrounds, ages and sexual...
Pettigru Counseling Associates, located in Greenville, South Carolina, provides comprehensive psychotherapy services to individuals, couples, families and groups. Our practice consists of licensed therapists who specialize in a broad array of issues related to mental health, relationships, and interpersonal growth. We pride ourselves in offering a warm and supportive environment where client an...
