Therapists in Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO

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Dr. Brittany Burdick
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901  (Online Only)
My treatment approach comes from an attachment-based, psychodynamic background.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist employed at Metta, a group private practice in Tucson. I have training and interest in working with a diverse number of clinical concerns including trauma and PTSD, attachment and developmental wounds, substance abuse, identity, self-discovery, and self-worth, difficult life transitions, relational issues, mood disorders, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I highly prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental, trusting relationship with clients. I believe clients know themselves best, but I assist with gaining insight, self-understanding, and developing self-compassion and worth.
My treatment approach comes from an attachment-based, psychodynamic background.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist employed at Metta, a group private practice in Tucson. I have training and interest in working with a diverse number of clinical concerns including trauma and PTSD, attachment and developmental wounds, substance abuse, identity, self-discovery, and self-worth, difficult life transitions, relational issues, mood disorders, grief and loss, depression, and anxiety. I highly prioritize creating a safe, non-judgmental, trusting relationship with clients. I believe clients know themselves best, but I assist with gaining insight, self-understanding, and developing self-compassion and worth.
(520) 619-4475 View (520) 619-4475
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James C (Jay) Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, LMFT, CT, CFS, AAMFT-S
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
For over thirty-five years, I have worked with persons dealing with trauma, divorce, remarriage, co-parenting issues, and partner and family issues. I work with adults, couples, & families. I enjoy working with persons from diverse cultural, ethnic, racial, national, religious, socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as sexual orientations.
For over thirty-five years, I have worked with persons dealing with trauma, divorce, remarriage, co-parenting issues, and partner and family issues. I work with adults, couples, & families. I enjoy working with persons from diverse cultural, ethnic, racial, national, religious, socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as sexual orientations.
(719) 482-6978 View (719) 482-6978
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Julia Boulton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901
We are all in different places in our lives; my intent is to meet you, the client, where you are at in your life and to support and guide you toward success, whatever that might look like for you. I utilize many different modalities, to include Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person-centered Therapy and various trauma treatments. I use active listening, coping skills and breathing techniques. My goal as a therapist, is to continue learning new skills to offer my clients and to be a life long learner in the field of psychotherapy. With more than 20 years of experience in the field, I offer a calm environment to help you feel at ease.
We are all in different places in our lives; my intent is to meet you, the client, where you are at in your life and to support and guide you toward success, whatever that might look like for you. I utilize many different modalities, to include Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person-centered Therapy and various trauma treatments. I use active listening, coping skills and breathing techniques. My goal as a therapist, is to continue learning new skills to offer my clients and to be a life long learner in the field of psychotherapy. With more than 20 years of experience in the field, I offer a calm environment to help you feel at ease.
(719) 982-2816 View (719) 982-2816
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Dr. Lori Kucharski
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT-S, LPC-S, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80910  (Online Only)
Hello! I provide virtual EMDR Therapy for residents of Colorado and have been a therapist for over twenty years. I have created a successful, comprehensive wellness program that incorporates all aspects of health. I specialize in complex trauma, disordered eating and body image concerns, attachment & family systems, religious-based & generational trauma, and dissociative disorders and Dissociative Identity Disorder. I enjoy working with adults & teens using EMDR Therapy, and I incorporate other therapy models like "Parts Work" and IFS as well. For more information on my practice, please visit www.emdrcenterofthepikespeakregion.com.
Hello! I provide virtual EMDR Therapy for residents of Colorado and have been a therapist for over twenty years. I have created a successful, comprehensive wellness program that incorporates all aspects of health. I specialize in complex trauma, disordered eating and body image concerns, attachment & family systems, religious-based & generational trauma, and dissociative disorders and Dissociative Identity Disorder. I enjoy working with adults & teens using EMDR Therapy, and I incorporate other therapy models like "Parts Work" and IFS as well. For more information on my practice, please visit www.emdrcenterofthepikespeakregion.com.
(719) 631-8160 View (719) 631-8160
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Authentic Self llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901
Join me in learning the skills, tools, and techniques to consciously create the life and relationships that you desire. Life experiences can lead to; PTSD, anxiety, depression, conflict, grief, anger, hopelessness, and confusion that can make us feel out of control and overwhelmed. I support individuals and couples to empower themselves through modern counseling skills, plant medicine, and ancient healing techniques for creating health and happiness in all areas of life. Alongside counseling, I also offer guided medicine journeys including; Ketamine and Psilocybin, as well as integration of all types of psychedelic experiences.
Join me in learning the skills, tools, and techniques to consciously create the life and relationships that you desire. Life experiences can lead to; PTSD, anxiety, depression, conflict, grief, anger, hopelessness, and confusion that can make us feel out of control and overwhelmed. I support individuals and couples to empower themselves through modern counseling skills, plant medicine, and ancient healing techniques for creating health and happiness in all areas of life. Alongside counseling, I also offer guided medicine journeys including; Ketamine and Psilocybin, as well as integration of all types of psychedelic experiences.
(970) 454-7140 View (970) 454-7140
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Tara Rae Behr
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Hey there! I am so glad you found me. I care so deeply about humanity, relationships, love, and individuals (like you) having the freedom to be themselves. I support people in discovering their innate capacity for emotionally rich connection to themselves and others, and the courage to live into their autonomy, creativity, passion, and love. I work with survivors of fundamental, religious & spiritual cults, sexual assault & childhood developmental trauma.
Hey there! I am so glad you found me. I care so deeply about humanity, relationships, love, and individuals (like you) having the freedom to be themselves. I support people in discovering their innate capacity for emotionally rich connection to themselves and others, and the courage to live into their autonomy, creativity, passion, and love. I work with survivors of fundamental, religious & spiritual cults, sexual assault & childhood developmental trauma.
(719) 888-3846 View (719) 888-3846
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John Hankins (Accepting New Clients)
Licensed Social Worker, MSS, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901
NOW Accepting Clients>Schedule through my website link! My goal is to help you deal successfully with life’s challenges. Maybe it is trying to decide on a career path, dealing with student loans, or managing conflict with your partner. Or maybe it is just getting by day-to-day as you try to cope with anxiety or depression. Life has a lot of ups and downs and I’ve lived through many of them. These experiences are an important part of my approach to therapy, and I believe they give me a fuller perspective on the ups and downs that you may be dealing with. Sometimes it can feel like what life has thrown at us is just too much.
NOW Accepting Clients>Schedule through my website link! My goal is to help you deal successfully with life’s challenges. Maybe it is trying to decide on a career path, dealing with student loans, or managing conflict with your partner. Or maybe it is just getting by day-to-day as you try to cope with anxiety or depression. Life has a lot of ups and downs and I’ve lived through many of them. These experiences are an important part of my approach to therapy, and I believe they give me a fuller perspective on the ups and downs that you may be dealing with. Sometimes it can feel like what life has thrown at us is just too much.
(720) 821-1908 View (720) 821-1908
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Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Management
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901
Accepting New Clients! Schedule instantly through the website link in bio! There are many reasons people seek out therapy. Often life can seem out of control, chaotic, and impossible to navigate. Other times people may feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed with the turns life has taken. Life struggles are inevitable and sometimes people need additional support. Sometimes we need help finding a new way.
Accepting New Clients! Schedule instantly through the website link in bio! There are many reasons people seek out therapy. Often life can seem out of control, chaotic, and impossible to navigate. Other times people may feel stuck, lost, or overwhelmed with the turns life has taken. Life struggles are inevitable and sometimes people need additional support. Sometimes we need help finding a new way.
(303) 848-2737 View (303) 848-2737
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Malory E Mendoza
Counselor, BS, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! I am committed to helping adults overcome depression, anxiety, and ADHD, while guiding them through the process of coping with stressors that present during difficult life transitions. The rapid and numerous changes of life can often feel overwhelming. Whether it's interpersonal relationship difficulties, emotion regulation problems, or career challenges, I can help you build the necessary skills to make it through turbulent times.
Accepting new clients! I am committed to helping adults overcome depression, anxiety, and ADHD, while guiding them through the process of coping with stressors that present during difficult life transitions. The rapid and numerous changes of life can often feel overwhelming. Whether it's interpersonal relationship difficulties, emotion regulation problems, or career challenges, I can help you build the necessary skills to make it through turbulent times.
(303) 953-4208 View (303) 953-4208
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Whitney Cavanah
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901
Hi, I’m Whitney Cavanah (she/her), a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and Mental Health Clinical Associate at Spectrum Connections Therapy. I received my Masters in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I have worked with a number of populations including couples (premarital, conflict, and divorce), families, children and teens, mood disorders, anxiety and panic disorders, developmental disorders, neurodivergence, elderly and end-of-life stages, trauma survivors, addiction, chronic illness and autoimmunity, LGBTQIA+, and persons experiencing grief or loss.
Hi, I’m Whitney Cavanah (she/her), a Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate and Mental Health Clinical Associate at Spectrum Connections Therapy. I received my Masters in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. I have worked with a number of populations including couples (premarital, conflict, and divorce), families, children and teens, mood disorders, anxiety and panic disorders, developmental disorders, neurodivergence, elderly and end-of-life stages, trauma survivors, addiction, chronic illness and autoimmunity, LGBTQIA+, and persons experiencing grief or loss.
(303) 974-4358 View (303) 974-4358
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Miles Cook
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80906  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I began my career working with victim's of crime, current and past abuse, and identity based violence. I am proudly a neurodivergent mental health practitioner who has worked with late-diagnosis ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, and Depression. I utilize EMDR, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Existential techniques, and Mindfulness based CBT.
I began my career working with victim's of crime, current and past abuse, and identity based violence. I am proudly a neurodivergent mental health practitioner who has worked with late-diagnosis ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, and Depression. I utilize EMDR, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Existential techniques, and Mindfulness based CBT.
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Victoria Adams-Erickson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
In the process of learning to love yourself, your body, and others there is no such thing as setbacks. What we think is a setback is a growing point, a learning point to lead us further in our relationship with ourselves and others. I would love to work with you navigating those areas of growth, while also seeing the strengths you already possess. It takes such courage to start looking for help. I will seek to empower you in this process and allow for healing and change.
In the process of learning to love yourself, your body, and others there is no such thing as setbacks. What we think is a setback is a growing point, a learning point to lead us further in our relationship with ourselves and others. I would love to work with you navigating those areas of growth, while also seeing the strengths you already possess. It takes such courage to start looking for help. I will seek to empower you in this process and allow for healing and change.
(719) 212-9852 View (719) 212-9852
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Meghan Stich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901  (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck in a loop of anxious thoughts, depressed, isolated, or lonely? Are you having struggles with friends, family, co-workers, or a partner? I can help! I believe that feeling a connection to your therapist and feeling comfortable is more important than any therapeutic approach. I know there are many options out there. You will find that I use a healthy amount of humor during sessions. I want you to feel at ease while gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and working toward your goals. You can request a session here: sondermind.com/providers/65cwoso9/meghan-stich
Do you feel stuck in a loop of anxious thoughts, depressed, isolated, or lonely? Are you having struggles with friends, family, co-workers, or a partner? I can help! I believe that feeling a connection to your therapist and feeling comfortable is more important than any therapeutic approach. I know there are many options out there. You will find that I use a healthy amount of humor during sessions. I want you to feel at ease while gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and working toward your goals. You can request a session here: sondermind.com/providers/65cwoso9/meghan-stich
(719) 249-8179 View (719) 249-8179
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Caroline Lee
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate , LMFT-C, LPCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901  (Online Only)
I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate working in Colorado and offer both in person and telehealth options for my clients. I specialize in sex therapy and trauma therapy - areas that I am deeply passionate about. I have training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Couples Therapy, and EMDR. I'm passionate about working with my clients where they are in their life and helping them create their absolute best life. Whether you are a veteran with a trauma history or a non-monogamous couple trying to navigate boundaries, you will find a non-judgmental space of compassion and growth.
I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate working in Colorado and offer both in person and telehealth options for my clients. I specialize in sex therapy and trauma therapy - areas that I am deeply passionate about. I have training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Couples Therapy, and EMDR. I'm passionate about working with my clients where they are in their life and helping them create their absolute best life. Whether you are a veteran with a trauma history or a non-monogamous couple trying to navigate boundaries, you will find a non-judgmental space of compassion and growth.
(720) 806-6428 View (720) 806-6428
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Higher Sights Counseling (Therapy Emdr Medication Management)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, LAC, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.
Accepting New Clients NOW! Immediate openings! At Higher Sights Counseling we understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way. A better life starts today.
(303) 952-1463 View (303) 952-1463
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Julie Marie Hudak-Salvat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
I specialize in seeing children, adolescents and young adults who are on the spectrum. My emphasis in my practice is seeing individuals who have been identified as on the spectrum as well as gifted individuals, and children/youth identified with a learning disability and executive functioning and anxiety challenges. I have worked in many different mental health settings and utilize a creative approach to therapy with hands on activities utilizing play, art, CBT, and sensory based, and Neurodivergent based DBT skills and horticultural therapy interventions.
I specialize in seeing children, adolescents and young adults who are on the spectrum. My emphasis in my practice is seeing individuals who have been identified as on the spectrum as well as gifted individuals, and children/youth identified with a learning disability and executive functioning and anxiety challenges. I have worked in many different mental health settings and utilize a creative approach to therapy with hands on activities utilizing play, art, CBT, and sensory based, and Neurodivergent based DBT skills and horticultural therapy interventions.
(719) 292-3530 View (719) 292-3530
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Patricia Flancher (E-M-D-R Trained)
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901
Book online through my website link in my bio! Throughout her life she has traveled extensively, studying and gaining appreciation for the influence that culture has on individuals & groups. She was a social worker, a teacher, and a research assistant. Tricia is warm, friendly, a good listener and enjoys helping others find new perspectives. She earned a Master of Science degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. Tricia treats trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, change of life issues, and relating to relationships as well as those who have experienced religious/spiritual abuse.
Book online through my website link in my bio! Throughout her life she has traveled extensively, studying and gaining appreciation for the influence that culture has on individuals & groups. She was a social worker, a teacher, and a research assistant. Tricia is warm, friendly, a good listener and enjoys helping others find new perspectives. She earned a Master of Science degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. Tricia treats trauma, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, change of life issues, and relating to relationships as well as those who have experienced religious/spiritual abuse.
(720) 903-4052 View (720) 903-4052
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Jane Blankenship
Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901
Do you feel like you’re never going to be free? Like you can’t shake the voices and insecurities that you live in? Do you want to let go of the patterns and beliefs that you have lived in for years? I would love to help you experience freedom in your life and to truly love who you are. I provide a safe place where you can share about your hurts and pains and talk through any dynamics in your life. I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, relationship issues and attachment wounding.
Do you feel like you’re never going to be free? Like you can’t shake the voices and insecurities that you live in? Do you want to let go of the patterns and beliefs that you have lived in for years? I would love to help you experience freedom in your life and to truly love who you are. I provide a safe place where you can share about your hurts and pains and talk through any dynamics in your life. I specialize in eating disorders, trauma, relationship issues and attachment wounding.
(720) 730-9345 View (720) 730-9345
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Tina M Reyero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
We are going to dig in deeper to foster healing. I will support and provide safety and comfort while undoing aloneness. Anxiety and/ or depression can feel exhausting and together, we'll explore core self and compassion to ease any discomfort. We are not our adverse experiences, we can re-wire. I will guide dealing with and healing attachment trauma, PTSD, and various abuses with kind, respectful and non-judgmental treatment. Through co-regulation of body awareness and experiencing inner core truths we'll foster healing "attunement!" I believe in your inner wisdom for transformation.
We are going to dig in deeper to foster healing. I will support and provide safety and comfort while undoing aloneness. Anxiety and/ or depression can feel exhausting and together, we'll explore core self and compassion to ease any discomfort. We are not our adverse experiences, we can re-wire. I will guide dealing with and healing attachment trauma, PTSD, and various abuses with kind, respectful and non-judgmental treatment. Through co-regulation of body awareness and experiencing inner core truths we'll foster healing "attunement!" I believe in your inner wisdom for transformation.
(719) 350-4814 View (719) 350-4814
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Court Bilbrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO 80901
I specialize in working with couples and individuals facing relationship transitions (divorce, coparenting, platonic partnership consideration, etc.), sexual or relational desire and orientation differences (including kink, non-monogamy, and sexual orientation, gender transitions, and more), sexual and religious trauma (for ex., "exvangelicals" and queer folks with oppression trauma), intimate partner violence trauma, healing from a breach of trust, coming out and gender exploration/transition (one or both partners), and more. I frequently work with LGBTQIA/queer couples and the parents of LGBTQIA+ youth. I do work with youth 14+.
I specialize in working with couples and individuals facing relationship transitions (divorce, coparenting, platonic partnership consideration, etc.), sexual or relational desire and orientation differences (including kink, non-monogamy, and sexual orientation, gender transitions, and more), sexual and religious trauma (for ex., "exvangelicals" and queer folks with oppression trauma), intimate partner violence trauma, healing from a breach of trust, coming out and gender exploration/transition (one or both partners), and more. I frequently work with LGBTQIA/queer couples and the parents of LGBTQIA+ youth. I do work with youth 14+.
(720) 782-0430 View (720) 782-0430

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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.