Attachment-based Therapists in 18103

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Peggy Bressette Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103
I am trained in Play Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Attachment-based Therapy.
I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for many years in a variety of settings including child welfare, school settings and private practice. I specialize in working with children of all ages from toddlers to young adulthood. I have experience and I am trained in anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, Autism, ADHD and anger.
I am trained in Play Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Attachment-based Therapy.
I have been working with children, adolescents and adults for many years in a variety of settings including child welfare, school settings and private practice. I specialize in working with children of all ages from toddlers to young adulthood. I have experience and I am trained in anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, Autism, ADHD and anger.
(484) 209-1534 View (484) 209-1534
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Noelle Kantra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
As a therapist I believe that we all have the capacity for resiliency given the right support. Therapy can be a great opportunity reflect on your life and develop healthier ways of interacting with the world and with yourself. I offer a safe space for you to be heard and validated while processing the past and coping with the challenges of the present. I often use a person centered, strengths based approach, mindfulness and trauma focused techniques, though my approach varies according to need.
As a therapist I believe that we all have the capacity for resiliency given the right support. Therapy can be a great opportunity reflect on your life and develop healthier ways of interacting with the world and with yourself. I offer a safe space for you to be heard and validated while processing the past and coping with the challenges of the present. I often use a person centered, strengths based approach, mindfulness and trauma focused techniques, though my approach varies according to need.
(484) 897-7138 View (484) 897-7138
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Raven Hoover
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Are you looking for someone who doesn’t judge a book by its cover? Do you yearn to be openly, unapologetically yourself without fearing rejection? I’m here to hold space for you- the whole you- not just the individual aspects of your identity. My client-centered, trauma-informed approach focuses on connection, compassion, & reclaiming your power. I see the parts that make you vibrant, interesting, & wholly unique as strengths to be celebrated. I want to help you recognize, cherish, & celebrate your worth.
Are you looking for someone who doesn’t judge a book by its cover? Do you yearn to be openly, unapologetically yourself without fearing rejection? I’m here to hold space for you- the whole you- not just the individual aspects of your identity. My client-centered, trauma-informed approach focuses on connection, compassion, & reclaiming your power. I see the parts that make you vibrant, interesting, & wholly unique as strengths to be celebrated. I want to help you recognize, cherish, & celebrate your worth.
(610) 379-3829 View (610) 379-3829
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Dr. Mike Otto
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
Telehealth appointments available. Areas of specialty are: anxiety and depression, challenging adolescents (behavior management) and their family systems, insomnia treatment and sleep regulation, and working with young adults adjusting to life transitions. I can work with individuals with drug and alcohol challenges and help support the recovery process. Psychological assessment and recommendations for civil (custody, etc.), criminal (forensic), and diagnostic clarification services are also available. Couples work available through direct clinician referral only. Please check out our website for more information: www.ottopsych.com
Telehealth appointments available. Areas of specialty are: anxiety and depression, challenging adolescents (behavior management) and their family systems, insomnia treatment and sleep regulation, and working with young adults adjusting to life transitions. I can work with individuals with drug and alcohol challenges and help support the recovery process. Psychological assessment and recommendations for civil (custody, etc.), criminal (forensic), and diagnostic clarification services are also available. Couples work available through direct clinician referral only. Please check out our website for more information: www.ottopsych.com
(610) 595-9082 View (610) 595-9082
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Alison Levine
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
I am currently not accepting new clients. Please feel free to reach out if you are interested in being matched with another clinician at H&L Psychological Services. My approach to psychotherapy involves exploring how your unique history has influenced who you are today and your current struggles. Together we will work on increasing your self-awareness so that you are no longer hindered by past experiences or weighed down by suppressed emotions. In discovering and revealing your true self, you will find more fulfillment in relationships and the opportunity to reach your full potential.
I am currently not accepting new clients. Please feel free to reach out if you are interested in being matched with another clinician at H&L Psychological Services. My approach to psychotherapy involves exploring how your unique history has influenced who you are today and your current struggles. Together we will work on increasing your self-awareness so that you are no longer hindered by past experiences or weighed down by suppressed emotions. In discovering and revealing your true self, you will find more fulfillment in relationships and the opportunity to reach your full potential.
(484) 207-5468 View (484) 207-5468
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Isobella Cerceo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Healing is a lifelong journey, and it is not one you must do alone. You are taking a courageous first step towards realignment with yourself. By untangling the past, we can begin to heal these wounds and reclaim the narrative of our lives. I companion clients navigating trauma, relational distress, gender and sexuality exploration, sexual concerns, and neurodivergence. In and out of the therapy space, I am sex-positive, sex worker friendly, poly-friendly, kink aware & affirming, and Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned.
Healing is a lifelong journey, and it is not one you must do alone. You are taking a courageous first step towards realignment with yourself. By untangling the past, we can begin to heal these wounds and reclaim the narrative of our lives. I companion clients navigating trauma, relational distress, gender and sexuality exploration, sexual concerns, and neurodivergence. In and out of the therapy space, I am sex-positive, sex worker friendly, poly-friendly, kink aware & affirming, and Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned.
(484) 218-2404 View (484) 218-2404
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Faith Montgomery
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
It can be easy to feel lost in a demanding world where there seems to be no room for wellness. I am here to help you integrate mindfulness practices into your daily life to help ease distress. I will work with you to find stability within yourself utilizing somatic based therapies and existential exploration. Together we will take the journey in transcending beliefs, habits and thoughts that are no longer serving your highest well being.
It can be easy to feel lost in a demanding world where there seems to be no room for wellness. I am here to help you integrate mindfulness practices into your daily life to help ease distress. I will work with you to find stability within yourself utilizing somatic based therapies and existential exploration. Together we will take the journey in transcending beliefs, habits and thoughts that are no longer serving your highest well being.
(484) 289-0385 View (484) 289-0385
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Jocelyn E Davco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103
My work is grounded in evidence-based theories and techniques that will help us to better understand what may be getting in the way of you living the life you want. We will partner together to explore what may be contributing to the areas where you feel stuck, anxious, and depressed, and find new ways of thinking that lead to growth and positive change. I value the mind-body connection and integrate somatic practices into my work, as well as the natural restorative power of the outdoors.
My work is grounded in evidence-based theories and techniques that will help us to better understand what may be getting in the way of you living the life you want. We will partner together to explore what may be contributing to the areas where you feel stuck, anxious, and depressed, and find new ways of thinking that lead to growth and positive change. I value the mind-body connection and integrate somatic practices into my work, as well as the natural restorative power of the outdoors.
(484) 626-5329 View (484) 626-5329
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Gina Crowell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Gina is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 9+ years of providing holistic and integrated care to children, families, and adults. She earned her master’s degree in Community and Trauma counseling from Philadelphia University, and believes true healing and change is achieved through establishing strong therapeutic relationships, adapting treatment to meet her client's individual needs, and building on their strengths.
Gina is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 9+ years of providing holistic and integrated care to children, families, and adults. She earned her master’s degree in Community and Trauma counseling from Philadelphia University, and believes true healing and change is achieved through establishing strong therapeutic relationships, adapting treatment to meet her client's individual needs, and building on their strengths.
(484) 917-2129 View (484) 917-2129
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Real Life Emotions, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103
Whether you are looking to work on a problem that is impacting your daily functioning, or learning how to better care for yourself, we can come up with a care plan together that meets your needs. Therapy can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be hard - and certainly not boring! You are your number one investment. Prioritize yourself.
Whether you are looking to work on a problem that is impacting your daily functioning, or learning how to better care for yourself, we can come up with a care plan together that meets your needs. Therapy can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be hard - and certainly not boring! You are your number one investment. Prioritize yourself.
(267) 578-3121 View (267) 578-3121
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Dr. Deborah A. Stubbe
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MS, PsyD
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103
Over our lifetime we experience medical, physical, psychological and relational challenges. Therapy provides emotional support during these times, so we can transform our feelings of fear and vulnerability to strength and confidence. By being aware, of how we respond and why we react to change the way we do can help us grow. All transitions in life effect our functioning within ourselves and with others. Emotional Support Therapy provides the tools needed to unify our emotional and intellectual processing, thus promoting self-growth and well-being in the face of life's changes.
Over our lifetime we experience medical, physical, psychological and relational challenges. Therapy provides emotional support during these times, so we can transform our feelings of fear and vulnerability to strength and confidence. By being aware, of how we respond and why we react to change the way we do can help us grow. All transitions in life effect our functioning within ourselves and with others. Emotional Support Therapy provides the tools needed to unify our emotional and intellectual processing, thus promoting self-growth and well-being in the face of life's changes.
(484) 309-5788 View (484) 309-5788
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Lyn S Felix
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT, RM
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103
Are you seeking a holistic therapeutic haven where you can finally feel real support and enhanced possibilities for your mind, body, spirit and life? My name is Lyn Felix and I welcome you as my client to experience "Creative Holistic Therapy" where combining your motivation for change and my skills and expertise, you will improve coping skills, develop protective resiliency, restore your life to balance and successfully achieve goals. Sharing you vision for wellness, we co-create powerful positive energy that makes it happen!
Are you seeking a holistic therapeutic haven where you can finally feel real support and enhanced possibilities for your mind, body, spirit and life? My name is Lyn Felix and I welcome you as my client to experience "Creative Holistic Therapy" where combining your motivation for change and my skills and expertise, you will improve coping skills, develop protective resiliency, restore your life to balance and successfully achieve goals. Sharing you vision for wellness, we co-create powerful positive energy that makes it happen!
(610) 427-8836 View (610) 427-8836
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Lillian Goodkind
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Congratulations on your decision to start therapy! Whether this is your first time or you're a seasoned veteran, you've chosen to give yourself the gift that keeps on giving: personal growth. You'll learn valuable skills and tools to carry with you throughout your life. You'll feel seen, heard, and respected. You will also gain perspective and a deeper understanding of who you are and what motivates you.
Congratulations on your decision to start therapy! Whether this is your first time or you're a seasoned veteran, you've chosen to give yourself the gift that keeps on giving: personal growth. You'll learn valuable skills and tools to carry with you throughout your life. You'll feel seen, heard, and respected. You will also gain perspective and a deeper understanding of who you are and what motivates you.
(484) 578-3175 View (484) 578-3175
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Joy Hutchinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
There have been a lot of changes in the past two years. With those changes, I have witnessed an increase in depression and anxiety of those around me. If this describes you, I am here to help. I am available to help anyone who is looking to increase their coping skills and get back to enjoying their lives. I utilize evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address how someone's thoughts are interfering with achieving their goals. We set small, baby steps each week to work towards obtaining their treatment goal, and will evaluate barriers to their success.
There have been a lot of changes in the past two years. With those changes, I have witnessed an increase in depression and anxiety of those around me. If this describes you, I am here to help. I am available to help anyone who is looking to increase their coping skills and get back to enjoying their lives. I utilize evidenced-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address how someone's thoughts are interfering with achieving their goals. We set small, baby steps each week to work towards obtaining their treatment goal, and will evaluate barriers to their success.
(717) 946-8415 View (717) 946-8415
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Lorrie Chafin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MFLC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Hello! To say my life has been interesting is an understatement. If it's unusual or a rare thing it's most likely happened to me or I've helped someone dealing with it. In order to be a well-rounded therapist, I have worked in state agencies, schools, and now for myself. I dedicated five years to fulfill contracts with the military (all over the world) to assist active duty and their families. It's very important to me to make sure your therapy is in tune with your needs. I don't do cookie-cutter therapy. I proudly call my business LHC and Company because I believe in teamwork with you and those I need to get the work done.
Hello! To say my life has been interesting is an understatement. If it's unusual or a rare thing it's most likely happened to me or I've helped someone dealing with it. In order to be a well-rounded therapist, I have worked in state agencies, schools, and now for myself. I dedicated five years to fulfill contracts with the military (all over the world) to assist active duty and their families. It's very important to me to make sure your therapy is in tune with your needs. I don't do cookie-cutter therapy. I proudly call my business LHC and Company because I believe in teamwork with you and those I need to get the work done.
(417) 551-6396 View (417) 551-6396
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John Driessnack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker and specialize in helping people to effectively manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns using cognitive behavioral techniques. I have worked with a range of populations, nearly all ages, and also have experience with couple's counseling and addiction treatment. I work with people to develop insight into the source of their problems, how their core beliefs about the world might be hindering their progress, and focus on their natural strengths to overcome those barriers with practical skills that generate sustainable change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and specialize in helping people to effectively manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns using cognitive behavioral techniques. I have worked with a range of populations, nearly all ages, and also have experience with couple's counseling and addiction treatment. I work with people to develop insight into the source of their problems, how their core beliefs about the world might be hindering their progress, and focus on their natural strengths to overcome those barriers with practical skills that generate sustainable change.
(484) 290-1730 View (484) 290-1730
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Kira Markoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CCTP, YTT200
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Welcome. I'm a clinical social worker licensed in Maryland.
Welcome. I'm a clinical social worker licensed in Maryland.
(240) 332-4482 View (240) 332-4482
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Christine M Prebble
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BSL, NCC, CATP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Hey there, I’m Chris and I look forward to meeting you! Are you feeling overwhelmed and it seems like everyone in your life has advice to give but you don't think they truly understand what you are saying or the extent of what you are experiencing? Do you feel unheard and misunderstood? In working with me, I want to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental environment; one, in which, you feel like somebody finally "gets it." I believe in working with you as a teammate (yes, I do love sports); we are in this together. I cannot do the work for you, but I can be in there with you providing encouragement, tips and strategies, and insight.
Hey there, I’m Chris and I look forward to meeting you! Are you feeling overwhelmed and it seems like everyone in your life has advice to give but you don't think they truly understand what you are saying or the extent of what you are experiencing? Do you feel unheard and misunderstood? In working with me, I want to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental environment; one, in which, you feel like somebody finally "gets it." I believe in working with you as a teammate (yes, I do love sports); we are in this together. I cannot do the work for you, but I can be in there with you providing encouragement, tips and strategies, and insight.
(484) 443-1384 View (484) 443-1384
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Nancy White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Hi! I am an LCSW based in North Eastern Pennsylvania. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut.
Hi! I am an LCSW based in North Eastern Pennsylvania. I received my Masters in Social Work from the University of Connecticut.
(272) 359-8992 View (272) 359-8992
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Monica Zack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
I am a psychodynamic-oriented therapist with a special interest in early childhood attachment and how that impacts present day relationships.
I am a psychodynamic-oriented therapist with a special interest in early childhood attachment and how that impacts present day relationships.
(484) 255-4116 View (484) 255-4116
Attachment-based Therapists

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.