Relationship Issues Therapists in Hamilton, ON

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Julie King
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, HBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N  (Online Only)
Accepting NEW Clients - Are you someone hoping to find ways to feel less anxious, less stressed, or less depressed, and have the tools to show up differently? Do you want to feel more like yourself again, or figure out what helps to get "unstuck?" Do you often feel down on yourself, like you're not enough, but you don't know how to change this? Maybe there is a relationship in your life that you, or you and your partner, are hoping to better understand and improve. Let's look at what's going on for you now, how the past might impact this, and equip you with ways to move forward differently. I work with individuals and couples.
Accepting NEW Clients - Are you someone hoping to find ways to feel less anxious, less stressed, or less depressed, and have the tools to show up differently? Do you want to feel more like yourself again, or figure out what helps to get "unstuck?" Do you often feel down on yourself, like you're not enough, but you don't know how to change this? Maybe there is a relationship in your life that you, or you and your partner, are hoping to better understand and improve. Let's look at what's going on for you now, how the past might impact this, and equip you with ways to move forward differently. I work with individuals and couples.
(365) 601-6596 View (365) 601-6596
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Alice H Tyler
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8T
Trauma shows up in many different ways. Perhaps you’re experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, unexplained pain or illness, digestive issues, disturbing reminders of past events, past or current abuse or emotional numbness. Maybe you just haven't been able to shake the emotional effects of the pandemic on you and your family. With over 30 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy services, I work with adults whose lives have been affected by such overwhelming feelings and situations, grief and loss, family and relationship concerns, emotional abuse, attachment wounds, intergenerational issues and workplace stressors.
Trauma shows up in many different ways. Perhaps you’re experiencing anxiety, chronic stress, unexplained pain or illness, digestive issues, disturbing reminders of past events, past or current abuse or emotional numbness. Maybe you just haven't been able to shake the emotional effects of the pandemic on you and your family. With over 30 years of clinical experience providing psychotherapy services, I work with adults whose lives have been affected by such overwhelming feelings and situations, grief and loss, family and relationship concerns, emotional abuse, attachment wounds, intergenerational issues and workplace stressors.
(289) 276-5153 x205 View (289) 276-5153 x205
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Javier Soyka
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP, MA, BED
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8R
Are you facing a life transition and need help managing stress, uncertainty, and conflicts? Life's journey is full of transitions, some smooth and others challenging. Change, even when it's planned and exciting, adds new stress which can bring up old wounds and unhealthy relationship patterns. As a psychotherapist with lots of life experience, I provide support through career changes, relocation, divorce, parenting milestones, illness, or personal growth challenges. I work with individuals and couples navigating frequent arguments or different communication styles. It's possible to emerge from this with confidence and resilience.
Are you facing a life transition and need help managing stress, uncertainty, and conflicts? Life's journey is full of transitions, some smooth and others challenging. Change, even when it's planned and exciting, adds new stress which can bring up old wounds and unhealthy relationship patterns. As a psychotherapist with lots of life experience, I provide support through career changes, relocation, divorce, parenting milestones, illness, or personal growth challenges. I work with individuals and couples navigating frequent arguments or different communication styles. It's possible to emerge from this with confidence and resilience.
(289) 274-5449 View (289) 274-5449
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Chriselle Vaz
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8P  (Online Only)
I am incredibly passionate about helping others get the support they need to live their best possible lives. In my work, I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for individuals, couples, and families to talk through a variety of issues such as: anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma, self-esteem, and other life transitions. I use a client-centered, integrative approach to highlight my clients' strengths and work toward meaningful and practical strategies to relieve the stress and pain of their current circumstances. I believe in a collaborative therapeutic relationship :)
I am incredibly passionate about helping others get the support they need to live their best possible lives. In my work, I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for individuals, couples, and families to talk through a variety of issues such as: anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma, self-esteem, and other life transitions. I use a client-centered, integrative approach to highlight my clients' strengths and work toward meaningful and practical strategies to relieve the stress and pain of their current circumstances. I believe in a collaborative therapeutic relationship :)
(289) 805-7260 View (289) 805-7260
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Saranki Sivan
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9K  (Online Only)
I am trained in CBT, DBT, EFT, and trauma focused approaches among others & can help you identify thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are getting in the way of your goals, unpack painful experiences, and help you build a more self-aware, mindful, and kind relationship with yourself.
At times, life can feel so overwhelming that we just wish for a way out of the chaos into stillness and peace. This chaos might manifest in stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, or it may show up as traumatic and painful experiences preventing you from achieving your desires and goals. It is absolutely possible to find your way to happiness and inner peace and it’s helpful to have a trained professional with lived experience guide and support you through that journey.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, EFT, and trauma focused approaches among others & can help you identify thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are getting in the way of your goals, unpack painful experiences, and help you build a more self-aware, mindful, and kind relationship with yourself.
At times, life can feel so overwhelming that we just wish for a way out of the chaos into stillness and peace. This chaos might manifest in stress, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, or it may show up as traumatic and painful experiences preventing you from achieving your desires and goals. It is absolutely possible to find your way to happiness and inner peace and it’s helpful to have a trained professional with lived experience guide and support you through that journey.
(365) 536-0729 View (365) 536-0729
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Liz Toth
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MA, RPQ
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9C  (Online Only)
I use a relational style in my therapy, meaning that I honour you as the expert of your experience. I centre the therapeutic relationship as a trusting and non-judgemental place to enact change. As this is your therapy, and our connectedness is important, feedback and honest conversations about how you feel within sessions is encouraged and considered a gift to me. Building trust between us ensures that you feel safe and comfortable being vulnerable.
I use a relational style in my therapy, meaning that I honour you as the expert of your experience. I centre the therapeutic relationship as a trusting and non-judgemental place to enact change. As this is your therapy, and our connectedness is important, feedback and honest conversations about how you feel within sessions is encouraged and considered a gift to me. Building trust between us ensures that you feel safe and comfortable being vulnerable.
(289) 367-5104 View (289) 367-5104
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Celyn Church
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8P
I care a lot about my clients. I work carefully to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental and genuine relationship between us. I bring humour and curiosity to the therapy dynamic, integrating relational, experiential and psychoanalytical styles of healing. I specialize in working with those who have lived through and with attachment, relational and complex traumas. Collaboratively we’ll use ‘bottom up’ styles of processing to get at the core of how you’ve learned to be you. We will get curious, make connections, update old learnings, process through wounds and gain insights that can create lasting transformational change.
I care a lot about my clients. I work carefully to create a safe, supportive, non-judgmental and genuine relationship between us. I bring humour and curiosity to the therapy dynamic, integrating relational, experiential and psychoanalytical styles of healing. I specialize in working with those who have lived through and with attachment, relational and complex traumas. Collaboratively we’ll use ‘bottom up’ styles of processing to get at the core of how you’ve learned to be you. We will get curious, make connections, update old learnings, process through wounds and gain insights that can create lasting transformational change.
(289) 207-7935 View (289) 207-7935
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Gerry Lapenta
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, MTh, RP
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L9C
As a psychotherapist, I seek to provide you with a life transforming experience to help you deal with the difficult issues in your life, such as relationship troubles, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, or grief. I offer you an authentic human relational encounter that fosters growth, support and change. Life growth and transformation can be a beautiful experience, and it is my goal to help you experience what others have previously experienced with me. Finding happiness in life does not need to be out of reach, or seem impossible for you.
As a psychotherapist, I seek to provide you with a life transforming experience to help you deal with the difficult issues in your life, such as relationship troubles, depression, anxiety, low self esteem, or grief. I offer you an authentic human relational encounter that fosters growth, support and change. Life growth and transformation can be a beautiful experience, and it is my goal to help you experience what others have previously experienced with me. Finding happiness in life does not need to be out of reach, or seem impossible for you.
(289) 272-8543 View (289) 272-8543
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Breaking Barriers Counselling Centre
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L0R
At Breaking Barriers Counselling Centre, we are a group of mental health professionals aiming to break down stigma of mental health, traditional views of therapy, and redefine mental health care. We recognize the value and privilege of a therapeutic relationship. With that in mind, we operate from an anti-racism, anti-oppressive framework that honours all identities and lived experiences.
At Breaking Barriers Counselling Centre, we are a group of mental health professionals aiming to break down stigma of mental health, traditional views of therapy, and redefine mental health care. We recognize the value and privilege of a therapeutic relationship. With that in mind, we operate from an anti-racism, anti-oppressive framework that honours all identities and lived experiences.
(289) 204-3370 View (289) 204-3370
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Jan Caceres
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8P
I work with individuals and couples struggling with a wide variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, past trauma, OCD, grief, low self-esteem and life transitions. Therapy can heal old wounds, change unwanted thoughts or behaviors and improve relationships with yourself and others. I offer a respectful and nonjudgmental environment, where you may expect to be treated with compassion and empathy. My eclectic approach allows me to utilize the best methods and techniques of treatment to fit each individual client or couple. We will work together as a team to reach your goals and bring about needed change.
I work with individuals and couples struggling with a wide variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, past trauma, OCD, grief, low self-esteem and life transitions. Therapy can heal old wounds, change unwanted thoughts or behaviors and improve relationships with yourself and others. I offer a respectful and nonjudgmental environment, where you may expect to be treated with compassion and empathy. My eclectic approach allows me to utilize the best methods and techniques of treatment to fit each individual client or couple. We will work together as a team to reach your goals and bring about needed change.
(365) 800-0964 View (365) 800-0964
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Sarah Stockall
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9C
I believe a strong therapeutic relationship must be built on a foundation of trust, respect, and compassion.
Accepting NEW clients! Do you feel like your anxiety, mood, and past traumas are consuming your life and keeping you stuck? Does your pain make you feel hopeless and prevent you from living life to the fullest? Do you struggle in your relationships and feel disconnected from yourself and others? I hope to offer you a safe and comfortable space to navigate life’s challenges and help you achieve whatever goals you want to achieve. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you on your journey of reconnection with others and your authentic self.
I believe a strong therapeutic relationship must be built on a foundation of trust, respect, and compassion.
Accepting NEW clients! Do you feel like your anxiety, mood, and past traumas are consuming your life and keeping you stuck? Does your pain make you feel hopeless and prevent you from living life to the fullest? Do you struggle in your relationships and feel disconnected from yourself and others? I hope to offer you a safe and comfortable space to navigate life’s challenges and help you achieve whatever goals you want to achieve. I consider it a privilege to walk alongside you on your journey of reconnection with others and your authentic self.
(365) 363-2439 View (365) 363-2439
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Nazia Zeb
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9B
We all find ourselves entangled in our thoughts and emotions, leading to struggles in various aspects of our lives, including anxiety, depression and relationship issues. However, we possess the power to make a conscious decision to liberate ourselves from these entanglements and embrace a fulfilling existence. I prioritize your needs, ensuring that you are the focal point of my attention. Together, we create an environment characterized by openness, curiosity, and compassion.
We all find ourselves entangled in our thoughts and emotions, leading to struggles in various aspects of our lives, including anxiety, depression and relationship issues. However, we possess the power to make a conscious decision to liberate ourselves from these entanglements and embrace a fulfilling existence. I prioritize your needs, ensuring that you are the focal point of my attention. Together, we create an environment characterized by openness, curiosity, and compassion.
(289) 207-1417 View (289) 207-1417
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Couples Therapist Claudia Aranda
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, CAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9K  (Online Only)
Give me the honour to share this journey where the goal is to have a full feeling ever lasting relationship.
Come! Let´s have a chat! Have you ever thought that there is no longer an emotional bond with your partner. No exchange of comfort, care and no more satisfaction? Feelings about our own well being striving to solve the situation with the thought that my partner needs to change. Let me tell you there is always hope. You have an internal urge to continue, but on the other hand you are so deep in the problems that possible solutions are not in reach. You can overcome the challenge of communication & teamwork.
Give me the honour to share this journey where the goal is to have a full feeling ever lasting relationship.
Come! Let´s have a chat! Have you ever thought that there is no longer an emotional bond with your partner. No exchange of comfort, care and no more satisfaction? Feelings about our own well being striving to solve the situation with the thought that my partner needs to change. Let me tell you there is always hope. You have an internal urge to continue, but on the other hand you are so deep in the problems that possible solutions are not in reach. You can overcome the challenge of communication & teamwork.
(289) 460-4647 View (289) 460-4647
Photo of Couples Therapist Lori Pinksen, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Couples Therapist Lori Pinksen
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9K  (Online Only)
Transforming your relationship is possible and I want to work alongside you to move your relationship from a place of distress to a place of security and connection.
Navigating life and relationships can be challenging, exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. In a world where one is constantly connected through social media, increasingly, we can feel isolated and alone as we strive to meet relationship and work demands, while living up to our own personal and relational expectations. In seasons of uncertainty, it is normal to feel a sense of spinning out of control, and struggling with where do I go from here? The thought of therapy can be scary, which is why I am committed to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
Transforming your relationship is possible and I want to work alongside you to move your relationship from a place of distress to a place of security and connection.
Navigating life and relationships can be challenging, exhausting, confusing, and downright overwhelming. In a world where one is constantly connected through social media, increasingly, we can feel isolated and alone as we strive to meet relationship and work demands, while living up to our own personal and relational expectations. In seasons of uncertainty, it is normal to feel a sense of spinning out of control, and struggling with where do I go from here? The thought of therapy can be scary, which is why I am committed to creating an environment of trust and understanding.
(289) 804-8476 View (289) 804-8476
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Eliora Wolfe
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP-Q, MFT, MEd, EXA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8S
Whether you're dealing with trust issues, conflicts around parenting or finances, or simply feeling disconnected, I'm here to guide you as you navigate these challenges and build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
Welcome :) I am a registered psychotherapist - qualifying (RP-Q) and Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) based in Hamilton, Ontario. I specialize in couples counseling and supporting individuals to build and strengthen their personal relationships. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their emotions, work through challenges, and develop new ways of relating to themselves and others. My background includes training in Expressive Arts Therapy and often I will incorporate the arts into my therapy sessions when appropriate.
Whether you're dealing with trust issues, conflicts around parenting or finances, or simply feeling disconnected, I'm here to guide you as you navigate these challenges and build a stronger, more fulfilling relationship.
Welcome :) I am a registered psychotherapist - qualifying (RP-Q) and Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) based in Hamilton, Ontario. I specialize in couples counseling and supporting individuals to build and strengthen their personal relationships. With a compassionate and non-judgmental approach, I provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their emotions, work through challenges, and develop new ways of relating to themselves and others. My background includes training in Expressive Arts Therapy and often I will incorporate the arts into my therapy sessions when appropriate.
(365) 675-0760 View (365) 675-0760
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Meredith Moore
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BA/BSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8P
, feelings of frustration, anxiety, depression, stress, loneliness, loss) & relationship problems (i.
I am an experienced Master's level Social Worker, Psychotherapist & Addiction Counsellor offering counselling for clients in both Ontario (in-person & online) & Nova Scotia (online only). I have worked extensively in the social services field since 1999 & as a Registered Social Worker since 2003. I have assisted adults experiencing a wide range of issues (i.e., addiction, anger/emotional problems, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma & critical incident stress). I am committed to ongoing professional development & training & to providing an emotionally safe, supportive & honest environment for all of my clients.
, feelings of frustration, anxiety, depression, stress, loneliness, loss) & relationship problems (i.
I am an experienced Master's level Social Worker, Psychotherapist & Addiction Counsellor offering counselling for clients in both Ontario (in-person & online) & Nova Scotia (online only). I have worked extensively in the social services field since 1999 & as a Registered Social Worker since 2003. I have assisted adults experiencing a wide range of issues (i.e., addiction, anger/emotional problems, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, trauma & critical incident stress). I am committed to ongoing professional development & training & to providing an emotionally safe, supportive & honest environment for all of my clients.
(226) 784-2336 View (226) 784-2336
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Psychotherapy with Horses
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L0R
The relationship with your therapist is one of the most important elements of therapy.
Therapy with horses! This is talk therapy in the presence of horses! Experience the tranquility of nature and gentle spirit of horses to help guide your journey at Reconnect Therapy. Horses are uniquely present-focused and intuitively mindful, which are just two of the qualities we can learn from them. Equine-assisted psychotherapy sessions are offered at our host farm in Flamborough, Ontario, which is accessible by car. Our therapy animals range from large horses to small ponies or a mini donkey. Depending on comfort, you can get up close and personal with a horse or observe from a distance. There is no riding involved.
The relationship with your therapist is one of the most important elements of therapy.
Therapy with horses! This is talk therapy in the presence of horses! Experience the tranquility of nature and gentle spirit of horses to help guide your journey at Reconnect Therapy. Horses are uniquely present-focused and intuitively mindful, which are just two of the qualities we can learn from them. Equine-assisted psychotherapy sessions are offered at our host farm in Flamborough, Ontario, which is accessible by car. Our therapy animals range from large horses to small ponies or a mini donkey. Depending on comfort, you can get up close and personal with a horse or observe from a distance. There is no riding involved.
(289) 801-4491 View (289) 801-4491
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Pam Santon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSW, RSW, RMFT
Verified Verified
Hamilton, ON L8S
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with individuals, couples and families in private practice since 1983. Couples and families are a primary focus of mine including those struggling with issues of life transitions, mental health, sexuality, sexual compulsive disorders, substance and process addictions, as well as emotional and physical affairs. I am trained in systemic models of interventions that allow for a dual focus on the needs of the individual as well as those of the relationship. I am an Approved Supervisor with AAMFT which affords me the privilege of supervising psychotherapists and clinicians in the community interested in systemic models.
I have worked with individuals, couples and families in private practice since 1983. Couples and families are a primary focus of mine including those struggling with issues of life transitions, mental health, sexuality, sexual compulsive disorders, substance and process addictions, as well as emotional and physical affairs. I am trained in systemic models of interventions that allow for a dual focus on the needs of the individual as well as those of the relationship. I am an Approved Supervisor with AAMFT which affords me the privilege of supervising psychotherapists and clinicians in the community interested in systemic models.
(888) 372-0165 View (888) 372-0165
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Robin Lacambra
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L8N  (Online Only)
Are you seeking to better understand and navigate your relationship with yourself, others, and broader societal dynamics? Do you wish to gain insight into your emotions, needs, and boundaries or gain the tools to courageously express them? Perhaps you want to experiment with your agency or tend to old hurts with compassion and intentionality. If you feel your healing would benefit from working with a queer person of colour committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism, then I would be honoured to walk alongside you. Even at the best of times, life is challenging. Working together can help make the hard things less hard.
Are you seeking to better understand and navigate your relationship with yourself, others, and broader societal dynamics? Do you wish to gain insight into your emotions, needs, and boundaries or gain the tools to courageously express them? Perhaps you want to experiment with your agency or tend to old hurts with compassion and intentionality. If you feel your healing would benefit from working with a queer person of colour committed to anti-oppression and anti-racism, then I would be honoured to walk alongside you. Even at the best of times, life is challenging. Working together can help make the hard things less hard.
(365) 364-1649 View (365) 364-1649
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Couples Therapist- Maryann Dawood
Registered Psychotherapist, MPharm, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hamilton, ON L9B  (Online Only)
EFT has helped thousands of couples heal their relationship and the same is possible for you.
You’re probably feeling so alone and hopeless right now. The relationship you once looked to for strength and joy is beginning to feel like a source of pain and disconnection. You feel like you have tried everything that you know to make your relationship better. You’ve tried talking about your issues but somehow always end up spiraling into a fight- leaving you feeling frustrated, disconnected and more hurt each time. You worry about where your relationship is headed if something doesn’t change. I want you to know you are in the right place. You can transform your disconnection and negative communication patterns into connection.
EFT has helped thousands of couples heal their relationship and the same is possible for you.
You’re probably feeling so alone and hopeless right now. The relationship you once looked to for strength and joy is beginning to feel like a source of pain and disconnection. You feel like you have tried everything that you know to make your relationship better. You’ve tried talking about your issues but somehow always end up spiraling into a fight- leaving you feeling frustrated, disconnected and more hurt each time. You worry about where your relationship is headed if something doesn’t change. I want you to know you are in the right place. You can transform your disconnection and negative communication patterns into connection.
(365) 298-0233 View (365) 298-0233
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Relationship Issues Counsellors
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.