Attachment-based Psychiatrists in Arkansas
Lindsay Van Parys
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MNSc, CPNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Little Rock, AR 72116
Hello! I am a nurse practitioner board-certified in psychiatric mental health and pediatrics. I specialize in the assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and therapy of individuals of all ages with autism, ADHD, adjustment disorders, anxiety and mood disorders. I am also passionate about helping with sleep problems, parent-child interactions, and substance use. I have a way of helping patients feel comfortable and at ease. My patients are encouraged to be themselves and openly discuss any and all things. I enjoy working with individuals from various backgrounds and openly welcome LBGTQ+ individuals.
Hello! I am a nurse practitioner board-certified in psychiatric mental health and pediatrics. I specialize in the assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and therapy of individuals of all ages with autism, ADHD, adjustment disorders, anxiety and mood disorders. I am also passionate about helping with sleep problems, parent-child interactions, and substance use. I have a way of helping patients feel comfortable and at ease. My patients are encouraged to be themselves and openly discuss any and all things. I enjoy working with individuals from various backgrounds and openly welcome LBGTQ+ individuals.
Christina Sullivan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Fort Smith, AR 72903
Are you struggling with the ups and downs of depression or anxiety, going through a major or unexpected life change, experiencing postpartum, or surviving trauma? I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard without the worry of being judged. I believe it’s a complete privilege to work with those on their journey of wellbeing and no two individuals are the same. This is why I focus on what you want to achieve through our work together and believe that your success is best when we get to a point of feeling comfortable working as a team.
Are you struggling with the ups and downs of depression or anxiety, going through a major or unexpected life change, experiencing postpartum, or surviving trauma? I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard without the worry of being judged. I believe it’s a complete privilege to work with those on their journey of wellbeing and no two individuals are the same. This is why I focus on what you want to achieve through our work together and believe that your success is best when we get to a point of feeling comfortable working as a team.
Nikol Hamilton
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, LNC, FCN
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Crossett, AR 71635
Christian Leadership • Nursing • Integrative Psychotherapy• Forensic Mental Healthcare! Are you a woman who has experienced trauma/grief? I will help you navigate victory with a faith filled lens of supportive connection. My philosophy is integrative with lifestyle interventions, conservative medication management, genetic testing, brain health coaching and memberships for alternative therapies. The gut brain axis is pivotal to optimizing healing. So, if catastrophic illness support, medical trauma, violence or healthcare harm is part of your story, call me! Supporting your mental resiliency is the justice you deserve.
Christian Leadership • Nursing • Integrative Psychotherapy• Forensic Mental Healthcare! Are you a woman who has experienced trauma/grief? I will help you navigate victory with a faith filled lens of supportive connection. My philosophy is integrative with lifestyle interventions, conservative medication management, genetic testing, brain health coaching and memberships for alternative therapies. The gut brain axis is pivotal to optimizing healing. So, if catastrophic illness support, medical trauma, violence or healthcare harm is part of your story, call me! Supporting your mental resiliency is the justice you deserve.
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Attachment-based Psychiatrists
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.