Attachment-based Therapists in Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC

Photo of Rachel Cohen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC
Rachel Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
Waitlist for new clients
I am formally trained in EMDR, and enjoy using cognitive-behavioral approaches, mindfulness strategies, attachment-based therapy, strengths-based therapy, and other evidence-based practices.
You deserve to live a meaningful and balanced life. Using a compassionate and collaborative approach, we will create a safe and nurturing environment for you to begin your self-exploration and healing. I will listen to you without judgment and honor you as a whole person who has inherent wisdom. Whether it is processing unresolved trauma, improving your mood, strengthening your relationships, or seeking support as you navigate life's transitions and challenges, you will experience healing and growth.
I am formally trained in EMDR, and enjoy using cognitive-behavioral approaches, mindfulness strategies, attachment-based therapy, strengths-based therapy, and other evidence-based practices.
You deserve to live a meaningful and balanced life. Using a compassionate and collaborative approach, we will create a safe and nurturing environment for you to begin your self-exploration and healing. I will listen to you without judgment and honor you as a whole person who has inherent wisdom. Whether it is processing unresolved trauma, improving your mood, strengthening your relationships, or seeking support as you navigate life's transitions and challenges, you will experience healing and growth.
(919) 849-5273 View (919) 849-5273
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Katy Moyer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
I approach counseling from a holistic perspective, taking into consideration the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of each client. I believe that a safe, therapeutic environment and strong rapport are critical to growth and healing. I consider counseling as a collaborative journey, respecting that the client is the expert of their own life. As such, I work together with my clients in developing goals that meet each client's specific needs.
I approach counseling from a holistic perspective, taking into consideration the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of each client. I believe that a safe, therapeutic environment and strong rapport are critical to growth and healing. I consider counseling as a collaborative journey, respecting that the client is the expert of their own life. As such, I work together with my clients in developing goals that meet each client's specific needs.
(919) 689-4307 View (919) 689-4307
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Kimberly E. Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults who are looking for help managing intense feelings, navigating social relationships, improving self-esteem, and decrease anxiety. During the therapeutic process, clients learn how to identify, express, and cope with their emotions improving their overall sense of happiness. When working with children, I provide parent support and is an integral part of the therapeutic process. I have providing individual and family therapy in Raleigh since 2001.
I work with children, adolescents, and young adults who are looking for help managing intense feelings, navigating social relationships, improving self-esteem, and decrease anxiety. During the therapeutic process, clients learn how to identify, express, and cope with their emotions improving their overall sense of happiness. When working with children, I provide parent support and is an integral part of the therapeutic process. I have providing individual and family therapy in Raleigh since 2001.
(919) 702-7906 View (919) 702-7906
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Erik D Potter
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MATL, MA, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
Are you experiencing difficulties in your life related to anxiety, depression, communication with your partner, or the long-term impact of trauma? I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) with over 17 years of experience helping Children, Adults, Couples and Families. I have extensive expertise in treating traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, oppositional behaviors, relational issues, and couples issues. I founded Potter Counseling & Consulting in 2016 and devote much of my time to training and supervising our team of clinicians.
Are you experiencing difficulties in your life related to anxiety, depression, communication with your partner, or the long-term impact of trauma? I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (LCMHCS) with over 17 years of experience helping Children, Adults, Couples and Families. I have extensive expertise in treating traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, oppositional behaviors, relational issues, and couples issues. I founded Potter Counseling & Consulting in 2016 and devote much of my time to training and supervising our team of clinicians.
(919) 752-4847 View (919) 752-4847
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Jennie Dickson-Mills
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, SEP, E-RYT
Verified Verified
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613  (Online Only)
Seeking support can be a difficult yet rewarding step toward change and growth. I strive to understand your suffering in the context of your whole life and identity, using a warm and non-judgmental approach. I work with people to decrease distress, improve mood, process grief and traumatic experiences, explore identity, improve confidence, address eating and body image concerns, make life decisions, navigate transitions, enhance relationships, and develop a deeper awareness of emotions and connection to the body. I welcome clients from all sexual orientations and gender identities, including transgender people, as well as all racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
Seeking support can be a difficult yet rewarding step toward change and growth. I strive to understand your suffering in the context of your whole life and identity, using a warm and non-judgmental approach. I work with people to decrease distress, improve mood, process grief and traumatic experiences, explore identity, improve confidence, address eating and body image concerns, make life decisions, navigate transitions, enhance relationships, and develop a deeper awareness of emotions and connection to the body. I welcome clients from all sexual orientations and gender identities, including transgender people, as well as all racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.
(919) 372-3954 View (919) 372-3954
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Madeline Cohen
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613  (Online Only)
As of 2/9/24 I am currently accepting children 6+, teen and adult clients via telehealth. Staying true to ourselves may be one of the hardest but most important tasks we encounter as we mature into adults. Family, social needs, achievements, anxiety, depression, and many other factors often get in the way of our ability to express ourselves in our fullest capacity. During our time in counseling, you will get to know your truest self, and practice expressing yourself authentically with curiosity and mindfulness.
As of 2/9/24 I am currently accepting children 6+, teen and adult clients via telehealth. Staying true to ourselves may be one of the hardest but most important tasks we encounter as we mature into adults. Family, social needs, achievements, anxiety, depression, and many other factors often get in the way of our ability to express ourselves in our fullest capacity. During our time in counseling, you will get to know your truest self, and practice expressing yourself authentically with curiosity and mindfulness.
(828) 539-4533 View (828) 539-4533
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Debra Bergman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals with issues like anxiety, depression, impulse control, addiction, chronic and life-threatening illness, life transitions, grief and loss, relationship/family problems, stress management, and job stress. I combine a variety of modalities, perspectives, and techniques including client-centered, cognitive behavioral, existential, humanistic, mindfulness, solution-focused, somatic, and trauma-informed care. My mission is to help you manage stress and find more balance in your life.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals with issues like anxiety, depression, impulse control, addiction, chronic and life-threatening illness, life transitions, grief and loss, relationship/family problems, stress management, and job stress. I combine a variety of modalities, perspectives, and techniques including client-centered, cognitive behavioral, existential, humanistic, mindfulness, solution-focused, somatic, and trauma-informed care. My mission is to help you manage stress and find more balance in your life.
(678) 257-3426 View (678) 257-3426
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Katherine Jackson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
Waitlist for new clients
Maybe you're feeling really overwhelmed and exhausted by life. Maybe your anxiety has really altered your day to day life. Maybe you feel stuck and want life to be different. You want to love the life you have been given but every day just feels so hard. You keep trying different things in hopes that you will feel better, but it seems to never change. You want to feel understood, heard, and valued. You want to live your life well.
Maybe you're feeling really overwhelmed and exhausted by life. Maybe your anxiety has really altered your day to day life. Maybe you feel stuck and want life to be different. You want to love the life you have been given but every day just feels so hard. You keep trying different things in hopes that you will feel better, but it seems to never change. You want to feel understood, heard, and valued. You want to live your life well.
(919) 629-1695 View (919) 629-1695
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Janet Heuring Larsen
Psychologist, MA, LCAS, LPA, HSP-PA, CTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
PRACTICE MAY HAVE A WAITLIST, PLEASE EMAIL YOUR INQUIRIES: My psychology practice is committed to delivering highly effective treatment and outstanding client care. I've helped individuals navigate challenges and improve their lives for over 10 years. I treat clients with an array of issues including relationship struggles, anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, anger, insomnia, ADD/ADHD, chronic pain, substance use/addiction and grief. I serve many clients with co-occurring disorders and have trained other therapists. I specialize in treating clients with anxiety and trauma using EMDR and also offer ADHD/ADD counseling.
PRACTICE MAY HAVE A WAITLIST, PLEASE EMAIL YOUR INQUIRIES: My psychology practice is committed to delivering highly effective treatment and outstanding client care. I've helped individuals navigate challenges and improve their lives for over 10 years. I treat clients with an array of issues including relationship struggles, anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, anger, insomnia, ADD/ADHD, chronic pain, substance use/addiction and grief. I serve many clients with co-occurring disorders and have trained other therapists. I specialize in treating clients with anxiety and trauma using EMDR and also offer ADHD/ADD counseling.
(919) 948-3053 View (919) 948-3053
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Ellen Radcliff
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613  (Online Only)
Ellen offers online counseling all throughout NC and specializes in Christian counseling for individuals, couples, and families. If you are looking for help connecting and communicating with your spouse, building cohesion in your family, or working through trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, or anger from a faith-based perspective, Ellen may be a good fit for you. Ellen is rooted in a systemic lens and draws from structural, experiential, transgenerational, and humanistic models of therapy to connect with clients and to help them gain new insights.
Ellen offers online counseling all throughout NC and specializes in Christian counseling for individuals, couples, and families. If you are looking for help connecting and communicating with your spouse, building cohesion in your family, or working through trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, or anger from a faith-based perspective, Ellen may be a good fit for you. Ellen is rooted in a systemic lens and draws from structural, experiential, transgenerational, and humanistic models of therapy to connect with clients and to help them gain new insights.
(910) 519-8801 View (910) 519-8801
Photo of Brooke Owens, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC
Brooke Owens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I believe the therapeutic rapport is important in facilitating change and forward movement in therapy, and I feel it is important to create a non-judgmental therapeutic space. I take a person centered, strengths-based approach in working with clients. My goal as a therapist is to help clients overcome behavioral challenges, develop coping skills, and realize their full potential. I specialize in the treatment of addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma/ PTSD, grief, and SPMI.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate, and a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist. I believe the therapeutic rapport is important in facilitating change and forward movement in therapy, and I feel it is important to create a non-judgmental therapeutic space. I take a person centered, strengths-based approach in working with clients. My goal as a therapist is to help clients overcome behavioral challenges, develop coping skills, and realize their full potential. I specialize in the treatment of addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma/ PTSD, grief, and SPMI.
(984) 203-7513 View (984) 203-7513
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Gina D Eddy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MEd
Verified Verified
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
I became interested in helping individuals and couples attain their dreams at a very early age. In my therapy, I accept and appreciate your uniqueness and am personally encouraged by the discoveries you make during your time in therapy. I provide compassion, empathy, and a down-to-earth approach to ease any discomfort you may have about therapy. Through our work together, I become sensitive to your needs and your readiness for change and will encourage you to discover your full potential.
I became interested in helping individuals and couples attain their dreams at a very early age. In my therapy, I accept and appreciate your uniqueness and am personally encouraged by the discoveries you make during your time in therapy. I provide compassion, empathy, and a down-to-earth approach to ease any discomfort you may have about therapy. Through our work together, I become sensitive to your needs and your readiness for change and will encourage you to discover your full potential.
(843) 920-5078 View (843) 920-5078
Photo of Kersten Perry, Counselor in Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC
Kersten Perry
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
I believe that we are all capable of growth and healing; we sometimes just need some extra help and support along the way. I will walk alongside you as you uncover, discover, and explore areas in need of healing, growth, or change. I will utilize your own personal strengths to help you set, pursue, and accomplish goals. You and I will, collaboratively, come up with strategies that best suit your life and situations and I will be there to support and encourage you as you navigate through what life brings.
I believe that we are all capable of growth and healing; we sometimes just need some extra help and support along the way. I will walk alongside you as you uncover, discover, and explore areas in need of healing, growth, or change. I will utilize your own personal strengths to help you set, pursue, and accomplish goals. You and I will, collaboratively, come up with strategies that best suit your life and situations and I will be there to support and encourage you as you navigate through what life brings.
(336) 360-3846 View (336) 360-3846
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Shereece Harley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA, MSW
Verified Verified
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients: I believe in addressing the full picture of the client, growth, and healing. I recognize that each client' story is unique and deserves a unique approach. I use integrative styles of therapy to create a client-centered fit. I am professionally multi-disciplined much like my educational background which includes psychology, clinical social work, and education. I bring to therapy a culturally competent atmosphere that welcomes all people who are ready to grow. I enjoy the empowerment perspective, strength-based therapy, trauma-informed therapy, coping skill building and more.
Accepting new clients: I believe in addressing the full picture of the client, growth, and healing. I recognize that each client' story is unique and deserves a unique approach. I use integrative styles of therapy to create a client-centered fit. I am professionally multi-disciplined much like my educational background which includes psychology, clinical social work, and education. I bring to therapy a culturally competent atmosphere that welcomes all people who are ready to grow. I enjoy the empowerment perspective, strength-based therapy, trauma-informed therapy, coping skill building and more.
(919) 629-0491 View (919) 629-0491
Photo of Barbara Jean Lowe, Psychologist in Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC
Barbara Jean Lowe
Psychologist, PhD, LP, BCC, SEP
Verified Verified
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
Are you hurting, frustrated, or feel stuck? I honor your courage to seek wholeness & growth. I know you want relief. Enduring change through therapy can happen for you. Trauma, relationship challenges, family struggles & internal pain can be shifted! I welcome you into a space of honor, hope, safety, & power to change. I partner w/ you to achieve your goals for skillful living, belonging, & wholeness. I artfully employ therapeutic & scientific techniques that bring wellness to the heart & mind (SE, DBT, ART, CBT, IFS, EMDR, Gottman, EFT). Ages 5-75. I also offer faith integration upon request. I offer hourly sessions & intensives.
Are you hurting, frustrated, or feel stuck? I honor your courage to seek wholeness & growth. I know you want relief. Enduring change through therapy can happen for you. Trauma, relationship challenges, family struggles & internal pain can be shifted! I welcome you into a space of honor, hope, safety, & power to change. I partner w/ you to achieve your goals for skillful living, belonging, & wholeness. I artfully employ therapeutic & scientific techniques that bring wellness to the heart & mind (SE, DBT, ART, CBT, IFS, EMDR, Gottman, EFT). Ages 5-75. I also offer faith integration upon request. I offer hourly sessions & intensives.
(919) 585-1575 View (919) 585-1575
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Jessica Cuttance at Nourish Carolina Counseling
Counselor, MS, LCMHC, CYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
Are you struggling to connect with yourself and others? Are emotional difficulties impacting your ability to show up authentically in the world? Do you suspect there might be deeper, more complex themes you have not yet explored about yourself or your past that contribute to your current state? If so, I would love to work with you! I will accept you for exactly who you are, without judgment. Together, we will ease restore balance in your nervous system, build emotional resilience, increase your capacity for positive emotions, and develop behaviors consistent with your most authentic, organic self.
Are you struggling to connect with yourself and others? Are emotional difficulties impacting your ability to show up authentically in the world? Do you suspect there might be deeper, more complex themes you have not yet explored about yourself or your past that contribute to your current state? If so, I would love to work with you! I will accept you for exactly who you are, without judgment. Together, we will ease restore balance in your nervous system, build emotional resilience, increase your capacity for positive emotions, and develop behaviors consistent with your most authentic, organic self.
(919) 533-4552 View (919) 533-4552
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Hannah Edwardson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
I'm Hannah and I help children and teens (ages 5-18) and their parents/caregivers feel more connected through the therapeutic powers of play. Regardless of the different events that bring clients into therapy, every single family I work with has a major overarching goal of feeling more attuned to each other's needs and being able to feel more confident in communicating their needs/emotions among their family household. I help my clients by providing children, teens, and adults with the strategies that allow them to gain more clarity and confidence over their emotions through their healing process.
I'm Hannah and I help children and teens (ages 5-18) and their parents/caregivers feel more connected through the therapeutic powers of play. Regardless of the different events that bring clients into therapy, every single family I work with has a major overarching goal of feeling more attuned to each other's needs and being able to feel more confident in communicating their needs/emotions among their family household. I help my clients by providing children, teens, and adults with the strategies that allow them to gain more clarity and confidence over their emotions through their healing process.
(919) 646-3027 View (919) 646-3027
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Kirsten Newell-Marino
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd, LCMHC-A, NCC, AAT-I
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613  (Online Only)
I have always had an interest in not only how our minds, bodies, and spirits are connected, but also what takes place when an imbalance exists and then how to implore healing. I look at an individual through a holistic lens, and use this approach, when appropriate. A part of this holistic approach, I have the belief that as a part of the world and universe in which we live, that we are all, interconnected and operate as a part of a dynamic system. I am especially interested in how mindfulness practices, yoga, animals, and nature, might influence the ideas of acceptance and non-judgment, and overall, positively affect an individual.
I have always had an interest in not only how our minds, bodies, and spirits are connected, but also what takes place when an imbalance exists and then how to implore healing. I look at an individual through a holistic lens, and use this approach, when appropriate. A part of this holistic approach, I have the belief that as a part of the world and universe in which we live, that we are all, interconnected and operate as a part of a dynamic system. I am especially interested in how mindfulness practices, yoga, animals, and nature, might influence the ideas of acceptance and non-judgment, and overall, positively affect an individual.
(857) 816-7070 View (857) 816-7070
Photo of Cassidi Long, Licensed Professional Counselor in Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC
Cassidi Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613
I believe that counseling helps others help themselves and is the first step to make the changes they desire. Psychotherapy can help guide you along the path towards self-fulfillment and discovery. My main theoretical approach, as well as techniques used, stem from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have a passion to work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, existential issues, and adjustment issues.
I believe that counseling helps others help themselves and is the first step to make the changes they desire. Psychotherapy can help guide you along the path towards self-fulfillment and discovery. My main theoretical approach, as well as techniques used, stem from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have a passion to work with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, existential issues, and adjustment issues.
(984) 222-3006 View (984) 222-3006
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Jordan Pylant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pinecrest, Raleigh, NC 27613  (Online Only)
Current virtual openings Monday-Thursdays 10am-5pm! Hi there. My name is Jordan and I am a licensed therapist experienced in helping folks like you navigate many of life’s various challenges. And as you know, life can definitely be challenging and throw us for a loop which is probably why you are here. I enjoy working with older adolescents (15+), young adults, working professionals, and mothers whom are motivated for change. My specialties include life transitions, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and women’s issues. I help folks build a secure attachment and gain confidence. If this sounds up your ally, then keep reading.
Current virtual openings Monday-Thursdays 10am-5pm! Hi there. My name is Jordan and I am a licensed therapist experienced in helping folks like you navigate many of life’s various challenges. And as you know, life can definitely be challenging and throw us for a loop which is probably why you are here. I enjoy working with older adolescents (15+), young adults, working professionals, and mothers whom are motivated for change. My specialties include life transitions, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, bipolar disorder, and women’s issues. I help folks build a secure attachment and gain confidence. If this sounds up your ally, then keep reading.
(919) 343-5281 View (919) 343-5281
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.