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Maryam Ahmadi-Jafari
Counsellor, BA, MCP, RCC
Verified Verified
Port Moody, BC V3H
I use a mixture of therapeutic modalities such as client-centered/strength-based approaches, attachment-based, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioural therapy and emotion-focused approaches.
Hello, :) and Welcome :)  I am the Clinical Director of Conscious Mind Counselling & Consulting. I have a Masters degree in Clinical Counselling and I am Registered Clinical Counsellor (14287).  Are you feeling stuck, lost, conflicted about your life and the path that you are? You've come to the right place, I am here to help you gain more insight about yourself and your life and support you to a better quality of life. I have a passion for empowering clients to uncover their best selves. I believe that counselling should serve as a safe space that allows us to explore and discover our path to healing and transformation.
I use a mixture of therapeutic modalities such as client-centered/strength-based approaches, attachment-based, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioural therapy and emotion-focused approaches.
Hello, :) and Welcome :)  I am the Clinical Director of Conscious Mind Counselling & Consulting. I have a Masters degree in Clinical Counselling and I am Registered Clinical Counsellor (14287).  Are you feeling stuck, lost, conflicted about your life and the path that you are? You've come to the right place, I am here to help you gain more insight about yourself and your life and support you to a better quality of life. I have a passion for empowering clients to uncover their best selves. I believe that counselling should serve as a safe space that allows us to explore and discover our path to healing and transformation.
(604) 229-3985 View (604) 229-3985
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Nelson Szeto
Counsellor, MCP, RCC-ACS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5H
Our approach is attachment-based, trauma-informed/sensitive, neuroscience/evidence-based with a focus on insight (emotion and cognitive awareness and shifts) and behavioural changes.
Our team aims to help you create and discover a life worth living for and have fulfilling relationships with yourself and with others. Living from a place of fear/anger/resentment right now might be impacting how you see the world every single day. It may also affect your relationships with your family members, partners, and/or children (young and adults), friends, even coworkers, and you need help to make sense of it all. Every day, you may experience conflict, lack of connection, fear of something, or other challenges that gets in the way of you finding that sense of belonging and ownership over your life.
Our approach is attachment-based, trauma-informed/sensitive, neuroscience/evidence-based with a focus on insight (emotion and cognitive awareness and shifts) and behavioural changes.
Our team aims to help you create and discover a life worth living for and have fulfilling relationships with yourself and with others. Living from a place of fear/anger/resentment right now might be impacting how you see the world every single day. It may also affect your relationships with your family members, partners, and/or children (young and adults), friends, even coworkers, and you need help to make sense of it all. Every day, you may experience conflict, lack of connection, fear of something, or other challenges that gets in the way of you finding that sense of belonging and ownership over your life.
(778) 716-3889 View (778) 716-3889
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Nicole Puckering
Counsellor, BA CYC, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Nanaimo, BC V9R
I work from an attachment-based, values perspective using a trauma and culturally sensitive approach.
Are you finding that you feel stuck in the same negative thought patterns, or are struggling in your relationships? Is your lack of motivation or anxiety and depression spilling over in your day-to-day routine. Have you experienced a recent loss and are feeling lonely and hopelessness? These difficult emotions can be challenging to deal with daily and even harder to figure out the first step to a solution. I work with co-parents, couples, adults, adolescents, and children who are feeling overwhelmed in their daily life. Together we create goals by focusing on values and connection and by moving towards flexibility and acceptance.
I work from an attachment-based, values perspective using a trauma and culturally sensitive approach.
Are you finding that you feel stuck in the same negative thought patterns, or are struggling in your relationships? Is your lack of motivation or anxiety and depression spilling over in your day-to-day routine. Have you experienced a recent loss and are feeling lonely and hopelessness? These difficult emotions can be challenging to deal with daily and even harder to figure out the first step to a solution. I work with co-parents, couples, adults, adolescents, and children who are feeling overwhelmed in their daily life. Together we create goals by focusing on values and connection and by moving towards flexibility and acceptance.
(672) 572-0171 x203 View (672) 572-0171 x203
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Huda Sajjad
Counsellor, MA, MSc, RCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Vancouver, BC V6Z
I offer my clients support and guidance to access and trust their inner wisdom, so that they can gain clarity on their struggles and refine their sense of purpose and direction. I also provide clients with the necessary tools to help them achieve their goals. As human beings we have a common desire to better connect with ourselves and others, and become more present and engaged with our lives. I believe that good counselling can help clients achieve insight, connection, and freedom from their personal struggles. I help clients work through struggles such as grief, depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict.
I offer my clients support and guidance to access and trust their inner wisdom, so that they can gain clarity on their struggles and refine their sense of purpose and direction. I also provide clients with the necessary tools to help them achieve their goals. As human beings we have a common desire to better connect with ourselves and others, and become more present and engaged with our lives. I believe that good counselling can help clients achieve insight, connection, and freedom from their personal struggles. I help clients work through struggles such as grief, depression, anxiety, relationship and family conflict.
(819) 410-8562 View (819) 410-8562
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Jas Lachar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, BC V6Y  (Online Only)
You’ve already googled “How do I deal with anxiety?”, or “I love my new baby, so, why am I sad?” Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unbalanced in your life? It might be time to revise some of the old stories and assumptions you have about yourself, so that your relationships and life are more connected to your values and needs – rather than societal expectations and norms. I work with you in the present moment to explore different ways that you can connect with yourself without judgement, as well as exploring the history and relationships that have impacted your life.
You’ve already googled “How do I deal with anxiety?”, or “I love my new baby, so, why am I sad?” Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unbalanced in your life? It might be time to revise some of the old stories and assumptions you have about yourself, so that your relationships and life are more connected to your values and needs – rather than societal expectations and norms. I work with you in the present moment to explore different ways that you can connect with yourself without judgement, as well as exploring the history and relationships that have impacted your life.
(604) 259-6807 View (604) 259-6807
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Oakhill Counselling & Mediation Services
Counsellor, MA, MBA, RCC
Verified Verified
Abbotsford, BC V2T
Our therapists help with a variety of presenting issues ranging from depression, anxiety, PTSD, pain management, identity, workplace issues and much more. Oakhill Counselling & Mediation Services utilizes the expertise of master level therapists registered psychologists. We have several offices conveniently located in the Fraser Valley and also offer telehealth. We're easy to find and easy to work with.
Our therapists help with a variety of presenting issues ranging from depression, anxiety, PTSD, pain management, identity, workplace issues and much more. Oakhill Counselling & Mediation Services utilizes the expertise of master level therapists registered psychologists. We have several offices conveniently located in the Fraser Valley and also offer telehealth. We're easy to find and easy to work with.
(778) 764-2364 View (778) 764-2364
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Mission, BC V2V  (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
(782) 492-0201 View (782) 492-0201
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Soraya Mortimer
Counsellor, MA, MFT, RCC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Vancouver, BC V6Z  (Online Only)
I’ve been working in the field of intimacy disorders, sex, love and pornography addiction since 2015. I am Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT). I hold a master’s degree in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling from Lewis and Clark with a track in Sex Therapy. I have a double degree from Naropa University, where I completed studies in Visual Arts and Contemplative Psychology with a concentration in Transpersonal Psychology. Learn more about me at: https://www.connectiontherapy.space
I’ve been working in the field of intimacy disorders, sex, love and pornography addiction since 2015. I am Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT). I hold a master’s degree in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling from Lewis and Clark with a track in Sex Therapy. I have a double degree from Naropa University, where I completed studies in Visual Arts and Contemplative Psychology with a concentration in Transpersonal Psychology. Learn more about me at: https://www.connectiontherapy.space
(226) 270-5188 View (226) 270-5188
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Healing Spaces
Counsellor, RCC, MACP, MAL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
We believe counselling is about being open and willing about exploring that which is negatively impacting your life. Facing challenges and difficulties takes courage and a belief that something could be different and even, perhaps, better. I aim to create a warm and welcoming space. Here, you are invited to explore your current situation with a focus on how to create a brighter tomorrow. We believe each person has a sense of what is helpful. Personalizing each session, we collaboratively create a plan to move you through this challenge and to a tomorrow with greater freedom. We offer reduced rate counselling with our MACP candidate.
We believe counselling is about being open and willing about exploring that which is negatively impacting your life. Facing challenges and difficulties takes courage and a belief that something could be different and even, perhaps, better. I aim to create a warm and welcoming space. Here, you are invited to explore your current situation with a focus on how to create a brighter tomorrow. We believe each person has a sense of what is helpful. Personalizing each session, we collaboratively create a plan to move you through this challenge and to a tomorrow with greater freedom. We offer reduced rate counselling with our MACP candidate.
(877) 325-7484 View (877) 325-7484
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Key Counselling
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
I am happy to accept new clients and can work from my home office in Lions Bay, my North Vancouver office at 16th & Lonsdale, or by video. My philosophy for helping clients is as follows: ​ Carefully listening to find out what you want from therapy. Understand what is causing your difficulty. Respecting your readiness or reluctance to change. Fostering hope that we can find practical solutions to your problem(s) that match your abilities and resources. Respecting and encouraging other sources of help. Discussing your progress and satisfaction with my services
I am happy to accept new clients and can work from my home office in Lions Bay, my North Vancouver office at 16th & Lonsdale, or by video. My philosophy for helping clients is as follows: ​ Carefully listening to find out what you want from therapy. Understand what is causing your difficulty. Respecting your readiness or reluctance to change. Fostering hope that we can find practical solutions to your problem(s) that match your abilities and resources. Respecting and encouraging other sources of help. Discussing your progress and satisfaction with my services
(450) 300-0463 View (450) 300-0463
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Jamie Elaine Gazlay
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Abbotsford, BC V2S
Each of us hold the answers and the strength needed to navigate even the most difficult circumstances. Still, we may benefit from support in uncovering this inner strength and the solutions within it. I work with adults, youth and families to address traumas still held in the body/mind, anxiety, depression, self-discovery and relationships. My passion is working with families. I focus on the power of emotion and attachment and their role in the well being of families and the emotional development of children. My goal will be to support you in building healthier relationships that can survive difficult experiences in the future.
Each of us hold the answers and the strength needed to navigate even the most difficult circumstances. Still, we may benefit from support in uncovering this inner strength and the solutions within it. I work with adults, youth and families to address traumas still held in the body/mind, anxiety, depression, self-discovery and relationships. My passion is working with families. I focus on the power of emotion and attachment and their role in the well being of families and the emotional development of children. My goal will be to support you in building healthier relationships that can survive difficult experiences in the future.
(604) 670-2561 View (604) 670-2561
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Maureen Ann Carey-Barkley
Counsellor, MACP, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Penticton, BC V2A
I am a registered clinical counsellor and approved clinical supervisor with extensive training and experience in working with trauma, as well as helping people with life's challenges. My experience and certifications include play therapy and EMDR. I am client-centred, believing in the importance of relationship as I walk with you during part of your life's journey. I counsel children, youth and adults.
I am a registered clinical counsellor and approved clinical supervisor with extensive training and experience in working with trauma, as well as helping people with life's challenges. My experience and certifications include play therapy and EMDR. I am client-centred, believing in the importance of relationship as I walk with you during part of your life's journey. I counsel children, youth and adults.
(855) 457-6909 View (855) 457-6909
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Parminder K Rai
Counsellor, BA, MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surrey, BC V3X
Life could be challenging at times when we need a listening ear, emphatic listener to show us the alternative ways to view it. At that point it is important to seek professional help. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with 26 years of experience providing counselling to Individuals , Families and couples. I strive to provide client focused services in a very safe and confidential environment. I have extensive experience working with culturally diverse clients. I am fluent in English, Punjabi , Hindi and Urdu languages. I am approved provider with FNHA, CVAP, ICBC and EAP services.
Life could be challenging at times when we need a listening ear, emphatic listener to show us the alternative ways to view it. At that point it is important to seek professional help. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with 26 years of experience providing counselling to Individuals , Families and couples. I strive to provide client focused services in a very safe and confidential environment. I have extensive experience working with culturally diverse clients. I am fluent in English, Punjabi , Hindi and Urdu languages. I am approved provider with FNHA, CVAP, ICBC and EAP services.
(604) 670-7481 View (604) 670-7481
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Maureen Manning
Counsellor, MA, RCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Nanaimo, BC V9R  (Online Only)
Good therapy brings relief, restores hope, and supports your efforts to reality-test beliefs that may be standing between you and the life you really want to live. Good therapy helps you identify and ask for what you really need in your relationships, and in your career. It helps you get to the very core of what's keeping you from living a more rewarding life. As your therapist, I am essentially working myself out of a job as I support you to uncover hidden resources and try out new ways of resolving old problems.
Good therapy brings relief, restores hope, and supports your efforts to reality-test beliefs that may be standing between you and the life you really want to live. Good therapy helps you identify and ask for what you really need in your relationships, and in your career. It helps you get to the very core of what's keeping you from living a more rewarding life. As your therapist, I am essentially working myself out of a job as I support you to uncover hidden resources and try out new ways of resolving old problems.
(819) 412-7955 View (819) 412-7955
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Jenna Braich McRae
Counsellor, MA, BA, BEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chilliwack, BC V2R
I know first hand how overwhelming it can be when you're struggling, feel alone or even lost. I specialize in helping women, parents & children (10+) feel more understood, content and secure, less anxious, depressed and stuck, improving their confidence and self-worth. I help my clients become the version of themselves they want to feel happier with and proud of. My clients can expect to feel reassurance, inner strength, feel motivated for change, find more happiness within themselves and relationships, they believe in themselves more, and they begin to view their past and present experiences in a gentle and more tolerable light.
I know first hand how overwhelming it can be when you're struggling, feel alone or even lost. I specialize in helping women, parents & children (10+) feel more understood, content and secure, less anxious, depressed and stuck, improving their confidence and self-worth. I help my clients become the version of themselves they want to feel happier with and proud of. My clients can expect to feel reassurance, inner strength, feel motivated for change, find more happiness within themselves and relationships, they believe in themselves more, and they begin to view their past and present experiences in a gentle and more tolerable light.
(647) 496-0734 View (647) 496-0734
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Dmitry Alexandrovich
Counsellor, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Surrey, BC V3S
My purpose is to assist you in facing and processing traumatic / adverse life experiences that could have resulted in anxiety, depression, PTSD, addictions, anger issues, etc. Together, we will explore and unravel the nature and roots of what prevents you from living a happier life. Despite the possible challenges that may arise on this way, please know that you have a huge potential to live your life based on what is right with you. As a clinician, I am committed to do to the best of my abilities for facilitating this process and helping you reach your goals.
My purpose is to assist you in facing and processing traumatic / adverse life experiences that could have resulted in anxiety, depression, PTSD, addictions, anger issues, etc. Together, we will explore and unravel the nature and roots of what prevents you from living a happier life. Despite the possible challenges that may arise on this way, please know that you have a huge potential to live your life based on what is right with you. As a clinician, I am committed to do to the best of my abilities for facilitating this process and helping you reach your goals.
(833) 634-0972 View (833) 634-0972
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Crossroads Collective
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Langley, BC V3A
Crossroads Collective is focused on healing individuals from a collective viewpoint. Our health care clinic offers a wide variety of services that clients can use simultaneously. When you come to our Crossroads Collective we aim to help you heal your body and your mind, whether it be by choosing to use our Counselling, Massage Therapy or Acupuncture services. We Can Help. Crossroads Collective Clinic’s vision is to be able to offer multiple therapeutic services at one location. Our goal is to look at the client from a client-centered approach and have multiple therapists working to create a recovery plan for our clients.
Crossroads Collective is focused on healing individuals from a collective viewpoint. Our health care clinic offers a wide variety of services that clients can use simultaneously. When you come to our Crossroads Collective we aim to help you heal your body and your mind, whether it be by choosing to use our Counselling, Massage Therapy or Acupuncture services. We Can Help. Crossroads Collective Clinic’s vision is to be able to offer multiple therapeutic services at one location. Our goal is to look at the client from a client-centered approach and have multiple therapists working to create a recovery plan for our clients.
(778) 717-6880 View (778) 717-6880
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Fernie Counselling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RPT, CPT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fernie, BC V0B
At Fernie Counselling & Consulting, we can make a difference. We specialize in child & family care. Our team includes co- therapists who assist with the children’s play therapy. They include a ventriloquist turtle puppet named Herman & 2 loving service dogs, Betsy and Lucy whom the children come to love. This gang helps to create a safe, secure & magical playroom. Adults & teens are invited into a separate warm & welcoming office. Surely one of the members or our team can creatively help you with your struggles and challenges to overcome hurdles, achieve your optimal mental health, and inspire you to soar!
At Fernie Counselling & Consulting, we can make a difference. We specialize in child & family care. Our team includes co- therapists who assist with the children’s play therapy. They include a ventriloquist turtle puppet named Herman & 2 loving service dogs, Betsy and Lucy whom the children come to love. This gang helps to create a safe, secure & magical playroom. Adults & teens are invited into a separate warm & welcoming office. Surely one of the members or our team can creatively help you with your struggles and challenges to overcome hurdles, achieve your optimal mental health, and inspire you to soar!
(807) 787-0765 View (807) 787-0765
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Strength Counselling Services
Counsellor, MEd, RCC, CCC, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Kelowna, BC V1Y  (Online Only)
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
We are an online counselling agency so do not provide services in person. Strength Counselling Services has licensed, experienced therapists who use evidence-based practices, prioritize client needs, and maintain ethical standards. We offer culturally sensitive, affordable services in a supportive environment. We offer a comprehensive goals assessment, regularly assess progress, and collaborate with other professionals. We provide transparency in our fees and for thirteen years now have held a positive reputation of trust, and client success. Lastly, ensuring our clients' privacy and confidentiality are of utmost importance to us.
(873) 363-1012 View (873) 363-1012
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Ben Bjorgaard
Counsellor, PhDc, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Victoria, BC V9B
By addressing troubling thoughts and feelings, self-sabotaging behaviors, and traumas, life can be made more manageable, productive, and fulfilling. Feelings such as grief, shame, anxiety, sadness, and anger often signal that something needs to change. Listening to and working with these feelings—some that consume us and others that gently nudge us—can move us forward. Through this, we sometimes discover that our everyday dilemmas are part of larger patterns waiting to be resolved as a whole.
By addressing troubling thoughts and feelings, self-sabotaging behaviors, and traumas, life can be made more manageable, productive, and fulfilling. Feelings such as grief, shame, anxiety, sadness, and anger often signal that something needs to change. Listening to and working with these feelings—some that consume us and others that gently nudge us—can move us forward. Through this, we sometimes discover that our everyday dilemmas are part of larger patterns waiting to be resolved as a whole.
(819) 414-1085 View (819) 414-1085

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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.