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KidStuff Child and Family Counseling, PC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Cripple Creek, CO 80813
Waitlist for new clients
Currently a waitlist in CO Springs. Hiring Soon! KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
Currently a waitlist in CO Springs. Hiring Soon! KidStuff Child & Family Counseling, P.C. specializes in helping kids, families and adults navigate life's challenges and improve overall wellness. LifeStuff, HardStuff, AdultStuff: whatever your reasons for seeking therapy, our therapists will collaborate with you to create a therapeutic experience to meet your needs. Our therapists are open and welcoming while supporting clients through their healing process. If you have Medicaid health insurance, commercial insurance, or are looking for a reasonably affordable cash-pay option, we have options for in-office and telehealth services.
(719) 394-9821 View (719) 394-9821

Online Therapists

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Claudia Nell Hawley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ASAT, CTMH
Verified Verified
Centennial, CO 80111
Finding peace in a complex world often involves seeking answers to sensitive and sometimes distressing questions. Unexpected loss, childhood traumas, and relationship distress lead to distress and disconnection from others. My therapeutic work is attachment-based and trauma informed to foster kindness, compassion, and respect for the whole person (mind, body, and spirit). I work with individuals, teens, and couples. I have advanced training in infidelity and affair recovery for couples, betrayal trauma, and partner recovery, as well as the use of EMDR with complex trauma. Additionally I am a Level 3 Gottman Method Therapist.
Finding peace in a complex world often involves seeking answers to sensitive and sometimes distressing questions. Unexpected loss, childhood traumas, and relationship distress lead to distress and disconnection from others. My therapeutic work is attachment-based and trauma informed to foster kindness, compassion, and respect for the whole person (mind, body, and spirit). I work with individuals, teens, and couples. I have advanced training in infidelity and affair recovery for couples, betrayal trauma, and partner recovery, as well as the use of EMDR with complex trauma. Additionally I am a Level 3 Gottman Method Therapist.
(720) 463-0639 View (720) 463-0639
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Ryanne Giorgione
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80211
I utilize trauma-informed practices and gravitate towards attachment-based, values, and mindfulness practices.
Sometimes our inner world seems chaotic and stressful. Sometimes we feel like we are going through life surrounded by a fog and can’t see a way out. Sometimes we experience something so significant that our life is turned upside down and we have a hard time coping. Regardless of what you are experiencing right now, it does not reflect anything about your worth and you do not have to navigate it alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide opportunities for you to work through the challenges of life while reconnecting with your authentic self and embracing your inner-knowing.
I utilize trauma-informed practices and gravitate towards attachment-based, values, and mindfulness practices.
Sometimes our inner world seems chaotic and stressful. Sometimes we feel like we are going through life surrounded by a fog and can’t see a way out. Sometimes we experience something so significant that our life is turned upside down and we have a hard time coping. Regardless of what you are experiencing right now, it does not reflect anything about your worth and you do not have to navigate it alone. My goal as a therapist is to provide opportunities for you to work through the challenges of life while reconnecting with your authentic self and embracing your inner-knowing.
(720) 753-4926 View (720) 753-4926
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Jan Buchanan | Therapy Partners
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Denver, CO 80210
Treatment approaches include Attachment-based, Strength-based, EMDR, Trauma-Informed, Dialectical (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman Principles, Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trust-Based Relational Interventions.
Whether you’re a person struggling to meet your full potential, a parent hoping to see your child thrive, or a family working to repair broken relationships, good therapy can result in growth and lasting change. It takes courage to be willing to honestly look at ourselves. It takes a safe, open and non-judgmental space, as well as an experienced therapist to make that work possible. As a licensed professional counselor this is the work I do. My approach is open and straightforward. I use scientifically-based methods, years of experience and customized techniques, to match your specific needs.
Treatment approaches include Attachment-based, Strength-based, EMDR, Trauma-Informed, Dialectical (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman Principles, Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Trust-Based Relational Interventions.
Whether you’re a person struggling to meet your full potential, a parent hoping to see your child thrive, or a family working to repair broken relationships, good therapy can result in growth and lasting change. It takes courage to be willing to honestly look at ourselves. It takes a safe, open and non-judgmental space, as well as an experienced therapist to make that work possible. As a licensed professional counselor this is the work I do. My approach is open and straightforward. I use scientifically-based methods, years of experience and customized techniques, to match your specific needs.
(720) 513-2366 View (720) 513-2366
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Trisha L Andrews
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Parker, CO 80138
Using a sex-positive, attachment-based approach, we can help you gain an understanding of what turns you on and what sets you off.
As a certified sex and relationship therapist, I find many people have difficulty talking about sex and often define themselves by the sexual challenges they live with. Instead of seeing sexual differences as negative or bad, what if we can redefine them to focus on our ability to feel pleasure during our sexual experiences? Sex is often not “safe” for people in emotional or physical pain. Some people develop a fear of engaging in sex; others avoid even talking about sex. When leaning into fear and avoidance, they give up on pleasure and sexuality.
Using a sex-positive, attachment-based approach, we can help you gain an understanding of what turns you on and what sets you off.
As a certified sex and relationship therapist, I find many people have difficulty talking about sex and often define themselves by the sexual challenges they live with. Instead of seeing sexual differences as negative or bad, what if we can redefine them to focus on our ability to feel pleasure during our sexual experiences? Sex is often not “safe” for people in emotional or physical pain. Some people develop a fear of engaging in sex; others avoid even talking about sex. When leaning into fear and avoidance, they give up on pleasure and sexuality.
(720) 730-7802 View (720) 730-7802
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Charla Newcomb
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80127
EMDR trained, I utilize an attachment-based and trauma-informed approach that addresses not just your thoughts and feelings but how they show up in your body through the use of somatic techniques.
Have you been searching for more meaning, purpose, and clarity for your life? The existential issues of life can be challenging to navigate, especially on your own. At times, our past can get in the way of living in the present and experiencing hope for the future. I'm here to support you on your journey and provide you with tools to help you make lasting change. My passion is helping others learn, grow, and awaken to the reality that change is possible.
EMDR trained, I utilize an attachment-based and trauma-informed approach that addresses not just your thoughts and feelings but how they show up in your body through the use of somatic techniques.
Have you been searching for more meaning, purpose, and clarity for your life? The existential issues of life can be challenging to navigate, especially on your own. At times, our past can get in the way of living in the present and experiencing hope for the future. I'm here to support you on your journey and provide you with tools to help you make lasting change. My passion is helping others learn, grow, and awaken to the reality that change is possible.
(303) 578-4523 View (303) 578-4523
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Natasha Amiri
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80246
I’m Natasha (“Nat”), a compassionate, engaged, and personable Licensed Couples & Family Therapist; trained in Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), with a systemic, attachment-based, culturally-sensitive, and trauma-informed lens for couples, individuals and families.
Have you just been feeling every kind of ‘stuck’ these days — be it in your relationships , and/or, within yourself internally lately? Longing to feel for the first time or, to come back to that fruitful, energizing, and wholesome place we feel when we experience total emotional security? Do you long to reconnect with yourself or a loved one again but feel a guard or emotional block within your dynamic that, try as you might just feels like a continual cycle of the same communication barriers, misinterpretations and inaccurate assumptions from one another each time you attempt to repair or have your side feel seen/heard?
I’m Natasha (“Nat”), a compassionate, engaged, and personable Licensed Couples & Family Therapist; trained in Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), with a systemic, attachment-based, culturally-sensitive, and trauma-informed lens for couples, individuals and families.
Have you just been feeling every kind of ‘stuck’ these days — be it in your relationships , and/or, within yourself internally lately? Longing to feel for the first time or, to come back to that fruitful, energizing, and wholesome place we feel when we experience total emotional security? Do you long to reconnect with yourself or a loved one again but feel a guard or emotional block within your dynamic that, try as you might just feels like a continual cycle of the same communication barriers, misinterpretations and inaccurate assumptions from one another each time you attempt to repair or have your side feel seen/heard?
(720) 915-4918 View (720) 915-4918
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Kaley Blair (Now Accepting New Clients!)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Littleton, CO 80128
My treatment methods involve Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), The Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Relational, and Attachment-based modalities.
Hi, I'm Kaley! I specialize in adolescent, individual, and couples therapy. Much of my work focuses around empowering people to flourish throughout the process, especially those facing various chronic illnesses. Using a relational approach, I can provide a tailored therapeutic approach for individuals and couples going through life's challenges. My education and experience gives me the tools to support the emotional connection and improve the attachment bond within your relationships.
My treatment methods involve Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), The Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Relational, and Attachment-based modalities.
Hi, I'm Kaley! I specialize in adolescent, individual, and couples therapy. Much of my work focuses around empowering people to flourish throughout the process, especially those facing various chronic illnesses. Using a relational approach, I can provide a tailored therapeutic approach for individuals and couples going through life's challenges. My education and experience gives me the tools to support the emotional connection and improve the attachment bond within your relationships.
(303) 529-2185 View (303) 529-2185
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Christine Thorp
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate , LPCC
Verified Verified
Northglenn, CO 80234  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My main approach is a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Art Therapy.
Hello! My name is Christine Thorp and I am a LPCC in Colorado. I received my MA degree from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado and previously graduated with my Bachelors degree at Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. This education has given me the knowledge and ability to implement different treatment interventions along side traditional therapy. I have worked with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues. I have also worked with families experiencing separation, trauma, and attachment disruptions.
My main approach is a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, and Art Therapy.
Hello! My name is Christine Thorp and I am a LPCC in Colorado. I received my MA degree from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado and previously graduated with my Bachelors degree at Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. This education has given me the knowledge and ability to implement different treatment interventions along side traditional therapy. I have worked with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral issues. I have also worked with families experiencing separation, trauma, and attachment disruptions.
(303) 647-5963 View (303) 647-5963
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Amy E Robertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Louisville, CO 80027
Life transitions and challenges offer us an opportunity to find greater clarity of purpose, more meaningful relationships, and increased confidence and personal gratification. Therapy is a transformative process to create positive momentum during shifts in our lives. For 20 years, I have helped individuals and couples face life challenges and successfully navigate life transitions. Though each person's path is unique, our shared goal is consistent: to move you closer to the life you want to lead. Working together we will: alleviate the immediate emotional distress, cultivate a greater sense of meaning, and increase your well-being, health, and prosperity.
Life transitions and challenges offer us an opportunity to find greater clarity of purpose, more meaningful relationships, and increased confidence and personal gratification. Therapy is a transformative process to create positive momentum during shifts in our lives. For 20 years, I have helped individuals and couples face life challenges and successfully navigate life transitions. Though each person's path is unique, our shared goal is consistent: to move you closer to the life you want to lead. Working together we will: alleviate the immediate emotional distress, cultivate a greater sense of meaning, and increase your well-being, health, and prosperity.
(720) 399-1319 View (720) 399-1319
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Oak Tree Behavioral Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, CO 80228
Oak Tree Behavioral Services, Inc. is known throughout Colorado in diagnosing, and treating treating mental health conditions. Oak Tree Behavioral Services, Inc, provides: Individual Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and Testing. Interventions target problematic behavior, cognitions, and emotional dysregulation. Treatments are pragmatic, evidence-based and interventions that address the factors that contribute to the personal adversity. Therapeutic style is marked mutual collaboration, fresh perspective taking, active teaching, and warmth. Clinicians are committed to tailoring strategies to build upon client's unique qualities, concerns, and circumstances. We strive to provide the direction needed to not only cope, but to "own" challenges and strengths.
Oak Tree Behavioral Services, Inc. is known throughout Colorado in diagnosing, and treating treating mental health conditions. Oak Tree Behavioral Services, Inc, provides: Individual Therapy, Marriage Therapy, and Testing. Interventions target problematic behavior, cognitions, and emotional dysregulation. Treatments are pragmatic, evidence-based and interventions that address the factors that contribute to the personal adversity. Therapeutic style is marked mutual collaboration, fresh perspective taking, active teaching, and warmth. Clinicians are committed to tailoring strategies to build upon client's unique qualities, concerns, and circumstances. We strive to provide the direction needed to not only cope, but to "own" challenges and strengths.
(303) 622-5676 x250 View (303) 622-5676 x250
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Dr. Linda Baker
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80203  (Online Only)
I'd like to offer you a warm welcome to Unstuck Therapy where I specialize in men's issues and LGBTQ+ individuals. I know that life's challenges can often get in our way causing us to get stuck in our relationships, our jobs, our choices, and even our own heads. However, I also know that each of us has the ability to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I have had the privilege of helping people find joy and contentment by providing a safe, accepting, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space. I am happy to provide you with the tools that can help you get unstuck. Please don't hesitate to be in touch. I'm here to help.
I'd like to offer you a warm welcome to Unstuck Therapy where I specialize in men's issues and LGBTQ+ individuals. I know that life's challenges can often get in our way causing us to get stuck in our relationships, our jobs, our choices, and even our own heads. However, I also know that each of us has the ability to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. I have had the privilege of helping people find joy and contentment by providing a safe, accepting, and nonjudgmental therapeutic space. I am happy to provide you with the tools that can help you get unstuck. Please don't hesitate to be in touch. I'm here to help.
(303) 625-9453 View (303) 625-9453
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Therese White - Therapeutic Services,LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MAEL
Verified Verified
Dillon, CO 80435
My approach is strengths-based using many different therapeutic interventions to assist in the client’s journey of growth. I find client’s strengths and difficulties help guide therapy. Are you feeling stuck and hopeless and needing therapeutic support? I assist clients in fully integrating traumatic experiences from their life and moving from a victim mentality to survivor mentality. This process is truly healing for the client. For more information visit my website: theresewhitelcsw.com/
My approach is strengths-based using many different therapeutic interventions to assist in the client’s journey of growth. I find client’s strengths and difficulties help guide therapy. Are you feeling stuck and hopeless and needing therapeutic support? I assist clients in fully integrating traumatic experiences from their life and moving from a victim mentality to survivor mentality. This process is truly healing for the client. For more information visit my website: theresewhitelcsw.com/
(970) 636-1971 View (970) 636-1971
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Dr. Melia Snyder
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, REAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80202
Winter and holidays are upon us, a challenging time for many. Are you successful in all the ways the world values but struggling to find love and peace internally? Do you sacrifice yourself and neglect your own needs? Do you have a quiet knowing that some vital part of you is drying up? My clients are sensitive, feeling, intuitive adults interested in doing their ‘inner work.' Distress wears many faces (eg., anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, depression, relationship problems) and tries to relieve itself in many ways (eg., substance use, work, caretaking others). I guide my clients on the worthy quest of coming back to themselves.
Winter and holidays are upon us, a challenging time for many. Are you successful in all the ways the world values but struggling to find love and peace internally? Do you sacrifice yourself and neglect your own needs? Do you have a quiet knowing that some vital part of you is drying up? My clients are sensitive, feeling, intuitive adults interested in doing their ‘inner work.' Distress wears many faces (eg., anxiety, grief, trauma, anger, depression, relationship problems) and tries to relieve itself in many ways (eg., substance use, work, caretaking others). I guide my clients on the worthy quest of coming back to themselves.
(479) 348-4779 View (479) 348-4779
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Training Institute @ Forge Counseling Collective
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commerce City, CO 80022
We work with individuals, couples, families, and children at any time in their cycle of life. We are a great fit for people who are seeking respectful, professional, warm, and empathic care. We have training and interest working with any number of life experiences including challenges in relationship, familial issues, and attend to the unique experiences of children and adolescents. We work with folks who are seeking real support and transformative change.
We work with individuals, couples, families, and children at any time in their cycle of life. We are a great fit for people who are seeking respectful, professional, warm, and empathic care. We have training and interest working with any number of life experiences including challenges in relationship, familial issues, and attend to the unique experiences of children and adolescents. We work with folks who are seeking real support and transformative change.
(720) 459-4948 View (720) 459-4948
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Dr. Jodie Benabe
Psychologist, PsyD, CEDS-C, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80302
You've experienced infidelity by someone you trust and now you're confused and left to deal with overwhelming decisions. The person you once knew is a stranger who is mistreating you now. You feel sick to your stomach most of the time, can't sleep, hell- you can barely function. And yet you know you have to keep it together. You need support but no one seems to really get it and you're so embarrassed to be in this place in your life. Every memory you have is tainted and you're left questioning the entire history of your relationship. You wonder if this nightmare will ever end. You just want to wake up to a different life.
You've experienced infidelity by someone you trust and now you're confused and left to deal with overwhelming decisions. The person you once knew is a stranger who is mistreating you now. You feel sick to your stomach most of the time, can't sleep, hell- you can barely function. And yet you know you have to keep it together. You need support but no one seems to really get it and you're so embarrassed to be in this place in your life. Every memory you have is tainted and you're left questioning the entire history of your relationship. You wonder if this nightmare will ever end. You just want to wake up to a different life.
(720) 307-3520 View (720) 307-3520
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Animal Talk Therapy
Counselor, EdS, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014
Equine-assisted sessions are now offered in both Longmont and Lakewood! Are you feeling stuck in your life and relationships? Do you feel like what you're doing just isn't working? Are you looking for a different kind of therapy experience? Whether we are in the office or on the farm, the presence of an animal provides a calming environment. I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience and in working with me, you'll get a non-judgmental therapist with a sense of humor!
Equine-assisted sessions are now offered in both Longmont and Lakewood! Are you feeling stuck in your life and relationships? Do you feel like what you're doing just isn't working? Are you looking for a different kind of therapy experience? Whether we are in the office or on the farm, the presence of an animal provides a calming environment. I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience and in working with me, you'll get a non-judgmental therapist with a sense of humor!
(720) 734-7188 View (720) 734-7188
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Aaron J. Wiemeier - High Mountain Counseling Llc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80227
I offer a supportive, encouraging and pragmatic approach, and will partner with you to help you understand how and why you were designed to heal and overcome everything from severe childhood trauma to the everyday struggles of parenting, marriage and interpersonal relationships. Once the how and why are established, then we move on to helping you actively create new patterns in your life that will lead you, and often others connected to you, on the path to becoming everything you and they are meant to be.
I offer a supportive, encouraging and pragmatic approach, and will partner with you to help you understand how and why you were designed to heal and overcome everything from severe childhood trauma to the everyday struggles of parenting, marriage and interpersonal relationships. Once the how and why are established, then we move on to helping you actively create new patterns in your life that will lead you, and often others connected to you, on the path to becoming everything you and they are meant to be.
(303) 625-7627 View (303) 625-7627
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Sarah Elizabeth Gibson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304
I specialize in helping people heal from trauma. I offer a somatic and attachment-focused approach to aid people on their journey of health, healing and well-being. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Addictions Counselor, and offer clinical supervision to new counselors. I have worked as a Clinical Supervisor at the Naropa Community Counseling Center, as a crisis counselor, and as adjunct faculty at Naropa University. I also have several years of experience providing individual and group therapy at a substance abuse outpatient center.
I specialize in helping people heal from trauma. I offer a somatic and attachment-focused approach to aid people on their journey of health, healing and well-being. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor, Addictions Counselor, and offer clinical supervision to new counselors. I have worked as a Clinical Supervisor at the Naropa Community Counseling Center, as a crisis counselor, and as adjunct faculty at Naropa University. I also have several years of experience providing individual and group therapy at a substance abuse outpatient center.
(720) 307-3657 View (720) 307-3657
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Bree Bessette - Holistic And Spiritual Counseling
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boulder, CO 80304
Starting the healing process is challenging and takes courage. Within all of us is a drive or desire to become whole, happy and connected to our self and our world. I see the importance of integrating all parts and aspects of our Self and becoming more whole and complete human beings. This journey into wholeness in the realization of our potential, underpins our personal journey of transformation and healing. This philosophy is at the core of my approach.
Starting the healing process is challenging and takes courage. Within all of us is a drive or desire to become whole, happy and connected to our self and our world. I see the importance of integrating all parts and aspects of our Self and becoming more whole and complete human beings. This journey into wholeness in the realization of our potential, underpins our personal journey of transformation and healing. This philosophy is at the core of my approach.
(720) 764-9304 View (720) 764-9304

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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.