Attachment-based Therapists in North Carolina

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Heart to Heart Counseling & Wellness Ctr PLLC
Counselor, PhD, MA, LPA, LCMHCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, NC 28314
We specialize in play therapy, trauma/PTSD, military family life and Veterans, attachment-based therapy, grief/loss, marriage and couple's counseling, family therapy, divorce, and much more.
Through the use of individual and family therapy, our agency works with individuals and families in order to promote optimal emotional, physical, social, and mental well-being. The overall goal for therapy is to provide the opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and insight within a safe, supportive environment. The therapeutic approaches that we use are client-specific and tailored to meet the individual's needs. We use an eclectic approach that facilitates personal growth and positive change. Our expertise extends across a variety of populations.
We specialize in play therapy, trauma/PTSD, military family life and Veterans, attachment-based therapy, grief/loss, marriage and couple's counseling, family therapy, divorce, and much more.
Through the use of individual and family therapy, our agency works with individuals and families in order to promote optimal emotional, physical, social, and mental well-being. The overall goal for therapy is to provide the opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and insight within a safe, supportive environment. The therapeutic approaches that we use are client-specific and tailored to meet the individual's needs. We use an eclectic approach that facilitates personal growth and positive change. Our expertise extends across a variety of populations.
(910) 817-2650 View (910) 817-2650
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Suzanne Nardozzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28412
My work is rooted in attachment-based therapy, because healing comes from the relationship that children have with their adults.
Accepting new clients! I am passionate about working with children and their families. Children are learning about the world around them and they often don't know what their feelings mean or how to communicate them quite yet. When children have been through stressful things, it is even harder for them to express their feelings. And those feelings can come out of kids in big ways! As adults, we can struggle to understand how to help young ones when their emotions get really big. As their adult, you want to help your child and you also need someone to support you. That is where I can help.
My work is rooted in attachment-based therapy, because healing comes from the relationship that children have with their adults.
Accepting new clients! I am passionate about working with children and their families. Children are learning about the world around them and they often don't know what their feelings mean or how to communicate them quite yet. When children have been through stressful things, it is even harder for them to express their feelings. And those feelings can come out of kids in big ways! As adults, we can struggle to understand how to help young ones when their emotions get really big. As their adult, you want to help your child and you also need someone to support you. That is where I can help.
(910) 400-8360 View (910) 400-8360
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Melissa L Chadwick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carrboro, NC 27510  (Online Only)
I use an integrative therapeutic approach, employing empirically supported interventions including Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy to best meet the needs of individuals.
I believe that the foundation of therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust and respect. I will meet you where you are and offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to share and explore challenges.
I use an integrative therapeutic approach, employing empirically supported interventions including Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy to best meet the needs of individuals.
I believe that the foundation of therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust and respect. I will meet you where you are and offer a safe, nonjudgmental space for you to share and explore challenges.
(984) 231-8059 View (984) 231-8059
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Tiaira Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Matthews, NC 28105
As a seasoned therapist with over 13 years of clinical mental health experience, I specialize in supporting individuals who have faced traumas and many other stressors life may bring. My passion lies in helping clients overcome life's challenges using evidence-based interventions like TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, and attachment-based tools. In my practice, I work closely with children and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Witnessing my clients grow and confidently navigating their healing journeys brings me immense joy.
As a seasoned therapist with over 13 years of clinical mental health experience, I specialize in supporting individuals who have faced traumas and many other stressors life may bring. My passion lies in helping clients overcome life's challenges using evidence-based interventions like TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, and attachment-based tools. In my practice, I work closely with children and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and major life transitions. Witnessing my clients grow and confidently navigating their healing journeys brings me immense joy.
(704) 610-4571 View (704) 610-4571
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Tyania Pugh
Counselor, LCMHCA, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27707
My style is open, collaborative, and person-centered, informed by psychodynamic, relational-cultural, strengths-based, and attachment-based therapy approaches.
My name is Tyania (ty-an-nuh) and I am a Black, queer, cisgender licensed therapist (LCMHCA) offering individual therapy in Durham, NC. My approach is rooted in the idea that profound healing occurs in the context of relationships. Our lives are dictated by the relationships that we do or don’t have, and a large part of how we discover ourselves is through reflection and feedback - being seen and understood by another. Being your authentic self can be challenging for many reasons, which is why I strive to make our time together a place of refuge where you can be your true self (or have the space to figure out who your true self is).
My style is open, collaborative, and person-centered, informed by psychodynamic, relational-cultural, strengths-based, and attachment-based therapy approaches.
My name is Tyania (ty-an-nuh) and I am a Black, queer, cisgender licensed therapist (LCMHCA) offering individual therapy in Durham, NC. My approach is rooted in the idea that profound healing occurs in the context of relationships. Our lives are dictated by the relationships that we do or don’t have, and a large part of how we discover ourselves is through reflection and feedback - being seen and understood by another. Being your authentic self can be challenging for many reasons, which is why I strive to make our time together a place of refuge where you can be your true self (or have the space to figure out who your true self is).
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Karen McCabe Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Davidson, NC 28036
Currently I'm only accepting individuals for virtual session. As a marriage and family therapist I work with individuals, couples and family groups.Being an LMFT means being "systemic". I enjoy working with people with a variety of concerns such as: life transitions, relationships, sexual dysfunction, divorce/remarriage and health. I treat mental health issues as well as provide coaching. My focus is integrative, strength-based and client centered, meaning I'll work with you at your speed to achieve your goals. I view coaching and therapy as a collaborate process. Your motivation and our relationship is key.
Currently I'm only accepting individuals for virtual session. As a marriage and family therapist I work with individuals, couples and family groups.Being an LMFT means being "systemic". I enjoy working with people with a variety of concerns such as: life transitions, relationships, sexual dysfunction, divorce/remarriage and health. I treat mental health issues as well as provide coaching. My focus is integrative, strength-based and client centered, meaning I'll work with you at your speed to achieve your goals. I view coaching and therapy as a collaborate process. Your motivation and our relationship is key.
(704) 981-6854 View (704) 981-6854
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H. M. Humphrey
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Winston Salem, NC 27104  (Online Only)
I provide Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, an attachment-based therapy that helps partners to create corrective emotional experiences in session.
I help couples make sense of how they are getting stuck in conflict. I help them organize their experience, and clarify the good emotional reasons for why they are stuck. Together we identify unmet needs and longings, and work to develop understanding and responsiveness. With greater closeness and trust, partners are able to find solutions to life’s challenges, heal from relationship wounds, and experience love again. I have experience helping couples recover from infidelity/betrayals. When counseling individual clients, I work from a trauma-informed, attachment lens. I help individuals clarify what they need to heal and grow.
I provide Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, an attachment-based therapy that helps partners to create corrective emotional experiences in session.
I help couples make sense of how they are getting stuck in conflict. I help them organize their experience, and clarify the good emotional reasons for why they are stuck. Together we identify unmet needs and longings, and work to develop understanding and responsiveness. With greater closeness and trust, partners are able to find solutions to life’s challenges, heal from relationship wounds, and experience love again. I have experience helping couples recover from infidelity/betrayals. When counseling individual clients, I work from a trauma-informed, attachment lens. I help individuals clarify what they need to heal and grow.
(336) 606-3861 View (336) 606-3861
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Maren Londahl-Smidt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615
Do you overthink situations, constantly replay situations in your head or you often feel overwhelmed? Do you constantly worry and don’t know how to turn this off? Do you find that you struggle with confidence and often question yourself? Maybe you're having difficultly managing your emotions? Or you don't know what you are feeling? Lets work together to turn off the negative self talk, figure out how to manage your overwhelming emotions and find your best self.
Do you overthink situations, constantly replay situations in your head or you often feel overwhelmed? Do you constantly worry and don’t know how to turn this off? Do you find that you struggle with confidence and often question yourself? Maybe you're having difficultly managing your emotions? Or you don't know what you are feeling? Lets work together to turn off the negative self talk, figure out how to manage your overwhelming emotions and find your best self.
(919) 205-2592 View (919) 205-2592
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Thorne Myers
Master of Social Work, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27707
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Thorne (they/them) and I am a white, queer, non-binary licensed clinical social worker associate (LCSWA) offering both individuals and couples/relationship therapy in Durham, NC. My work is grounded in fierce compassion and a belief that everyone is capable of healing and feeling like they belong. It is my experience that one of the key elements of transformative therapy is our relationship; that we are a good “fit” and that you feel safe to share your joy, anger, grief, and tears. My style is gentle, attentive, playful, and person-centered–drawing from relational, narrative, and attachment-based therapy approaches.
My name is Thorne (they/them) and I am a white, queer, non-binary licensed clinical social worker associate (LCSWA) offering both individuals and couples/relationship therapy in Durham, NC. My work is grounded in fierce compassion and a belief that everyone is capable of healing and feeling like they belong. It is my experience that one of the key elements of transformative therapy is our relationship; that we are a good “fit” and that you feel safe to share your joy, anger, grief, and tears. My style is gentle, attentive, playful, and person-centered–drawing from relational, narrative, and attachment-based therapy approaches.
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In Session Psych, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28209
We provide science-based practices, including EMDR, ACT, AEDP, and EFIT (all attachment-based models) to help clients identify and overcome barriers to meeting their goals in a warm and inviting environment.
We established In Session Psych, as a husband and wife team, with the goal of providing a science-based approach to helping people navigate depression, anxiety, and addiction/recovery. Our well-being is deeply tied into the quality and depth of our emotional connections with ourselves and others. We work with people to strengthen these connections.
We provide science-based practices, including EMDR, ACT, AEDP, and EFIT (all attachment-based models) to help clients identify and overcome barriers to meeting their goals in a warm and inviting environment.
We established In Session Psych, as a husband and wife team, with the goal of providing a science-based approach to helping people navigate depression, anxiety, and addiction/recovery. Our well-being is deeply tied into the quality and depth of our emotional connections with ourselves and others. We work with people to strengthen these connections.
(704) 387-5464 View (704) 387-5464
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Amanda Beason
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHC-A, LCAS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
Trained in couples counseling, addictions counseling, sex therapy, EFT, EMDR, and attachment-based modalities. Life is hard. It's beautiful, it's devastating, it's complicated. And it does not have to be lived alone. It is my privilege and purpose in life to walk alongside you as you seek your own fulfillment, direction, and answers. Our therapeutic relationship will be caring, kind and full of curiosity.
Trained in couples counseling, addictions counseling, sex therapy, EFT, EMDR, and attachment-based modalities. Life is hard. It's beautiful, it's devastating, it's complicated. And it does not have to be lived alone. It is my privilege and purpose in life to walk alongside you as you seek your own fulfillment, direction, and answers. Our therapeutic relationship will be caring, kind and full of curiosity.
(919) 820-8196 View (919) 820-8196
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Rebecca Siwanowicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MCAP
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27332  (Online Only)
Hello beautiful people! There is no instruction manual for life and being human in an ever changing world is tough. I believe that we are all perfectly, imperfect and aim to assist my clients in appreciating their individuality and developing a life and sense of self of their choosing. I firmly believe that, as human beings, we don't belong in a box. If you are struggling with a life altering situation or simply need to process some potential life changes, reach out! You deserve a safe, supportive environment where you can be transparent and honest in achieving your personal goals and thriving in life rather than just surviving!
Hello beautiful people! There is no instruction manual for life and being human in an ever changing world is tough. I believe that we are all perfectly, imperfect and aim to assist my clients in appreciating their individuality and developing a life and sense of self of their choosing. I firmly believe that, as human beings, we don't belong in a box. If you are struggling with a life altering situation or simply need to process some potential life changes, reach out! You deserve a safe, supportive environment where you can be transparent and honest in achieving your personal goals and thriving in life rather than just surviving!
(919) 804-1372 View (919) 804-1372
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Attuned Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28806
My approach to therapy is relationally based, trauma-informed, and is grounded in attachment-based therapy.
Are you still figuring it all out? We all should be! Life is a journey full of personal growth, discovery, and healing. I have witnessed the powerful transformations and healing that occurs when the right therapeutic connection can happen. I am passionate about helping others engage more meaningfully in their lives. While working with me, you will have the space to explore how to change old patterns in your life, gain an understanding of why these patterns exist, and discover new ways of being in the world that fits in with your values.
My approach to therapy is relationally based, trauma-informed, and is grounded in attachment-based therapy.
Are you still figuring it all out? We all should be! Life is a journey full of personal growth, discovery, and healing. I have witnessed the powerful transformations and healing that occurs when the right therapeutic connection can happen. I am passionate about helping others engage more meaningfully in their lives. While working with me, you will have the space to explore how to change old patterns in your life, gain an understanding of why these patterns exist, and discover new ways of being in the world that fits in with your values.
(828) 360-9421 View (828) 360-9421
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Rachael James
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
We all need support sometimes to cope with life’s challenges. I am here to help. My top priority is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to feel connected and understood. Together we will explore what you hope to get out of therapy, identify strengths and barriers, and actively develop solutions. I will help you to take manageable risks to live authentically, process painful thoughts and feelings, and achieve your goals for a healthy and fulfilling life. I take an integrative approach, drawing from cognitive-behavioral and contemporary psychodynamic and attachment based approaches.
We all need support sometimes to cope with life’s challenges. I am here to help. My top priority is to provide a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to feel connected and understood. Together we will explore what you hope to get out of therapy, identify strengths and barriers, and actively develop solutions. I will help you to take manageable risks to live authentically, process painful thoughts and feelings, and achieve your goals for a healthy and fulfilling life. I take an integrative approach, drawing from cognitive-behavioral and contemporary psychodynamic and attachment based approaches.
(828) 528-7887 View (828) 528-7887
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Allie Horton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27601  (Online Only)
YOU are capable of finding joy and fulfillment! Being human is hard. Every person is capable of finding peace and happiness by facing our trauma (we all have it!) in the name of self-love and kindness to be better human beings.
YOU are capable of finding joy and fulfillment! Being human is hard. Every person is capable of finding peace and happiness by facing our trauma (we all have it!) in the name of self-love and kindness to be better human beings.
(984) 202-8043 View (984) 202-8043
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Chrissy Davis
Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28803
I feel passionate about serving those who have experienced trauma, particularly attachment-based trauma. Above all, stable and consistent connection for someone with an attachment-based trauma can make all the difference in the world. I believe there is great power in holding a space for someone to feel heard and understood, as many folks do not have that safe space with anyone in their life. I also have experience working with folks with substance use challenges. I find that substances can often be what someone turns to when they don’t have the tools and support they need to manage the challenges they are facing.
I feel passionate about serving those who have experienced trauma, particularly attachment-based trauma. Above all, stable and consistent connection for someone with an attachment-based trauma can make all the difference in the world. I believe there is great power in holding a space for someone to feel heard and understood, as many folks do not have that safe space with anyone in their life. I also have experience working with folks with substance use challenges. I find that substances can often be what someone turns to when they don’t have the tools and support they need to manage the challenges they are facing.
(828) 677-2419 View (828) 677-2419
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Stephany Mejia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27612
Using an attachment-based approach, I often work with folks who are healing their relationships and/or setting boundaries with their parents, or making sense of their childhood experiences.
There is space for you here! I am a first-generation Latinx bilingual LCSW. I specialize in first-generation issues, perinatal and reproductive health, parenting, and those struggling with life transitions. I am passionate about working with BIPOC folks and the LGBTQ community. I focus in working with woman-identified people, pregnant parents, and those exploring mother and parental relationships. I am a 200 RYT registered yoga teacher and bring movement and mindfulness into therapy. My goal is to support clients by centering their experiences and truths. I help people find their way back to themselves
Using an attachment-based approach, I often work with folks who are healing their relationships and/or setting boundaries with their parents, or making sense of their childhood experiences.
There is space for you here! I am a first-generation Latinx bilingual LCSW. I specialize in first-generation issues, perinatal and reproductive health, parenting, and those struggling with life transitions. I am passionate about working with BIPOC folks and the LGBTQ community. I focus in working with woman-identified people, pregnant parents, and those exploring mother and parental relationships. I am a 200 RYT registered yoga teacher and bring movement and mindfulness into therapy. My goal is to support clients by centering their experiences and truths. I help people find their way back to themselves
(919) 626-9432 View (919) 626-9432
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Juliette McNamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asheville, NC 28806
I enjoy helping individuals and families to navigate difficult life transitions, such as adolescence, by supporting them in managing the stressors that accompany these times. In my work, I use multiple modalities as well as my many years of experience to develop individualized treatment plans for my clients. In work that we do, my hope is that you will feel a sense of relief and accomplishment as you progress towards your personal mental health goals.
I enjoy helping individuals and families to navigate difficult life transitions, such as adolescence, by supporting them in managing the stressors that accompany these times. In my work, I use multiple modalities as well as my many years of experience to develop individualized treatment plans for my clients. In work that we do, my hope is that you will feel a sense of relief and accomplishment as you progress towards your personal mental health goals.
(901) 531-9321 View (901) 531-9321
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Deepa Bhatt-Mackin
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Durham, NC 27707  (Online Only)
As a licensed clinical mental health counselor, I offer telehealth sessions for adolescents, families, and adults. For children under 13, I offer parenting support, consultation, and parent-child sessions. I assist clients with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence (Giftedness/LD/ADHD/2e), relationship problems, and identity development. My extensive training includes a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as psychodynamic, attachment-based, Internal Family Systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused. I also provide ADHD and executive functioning skills coaching.
As a licensed clinical mental health counselor, I offer telehealth sessions for adolescents, families, and adults. For children under 13, I offer parenting support, consultation, and parent-child sessions. I assist clients with a variety of presenting issues, including anxiety, depression, neurodivergence (Giftedness/LD/ADHD/2e), relationship problems, and identity development. My extensive training includes a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as psychodynamic, attachment-based, Internal Family Systems, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused. I also provide ADHD and executive functioning skills coaching.
(919) 343-0027 View (919) 343-0027
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Hunter Reece
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
I help my clients by providing a safe, compassionate environment to explore their own personal experience through attachment-based, person centered, and experiential therapies.
If you find yourself wrestling with depression, anxiety, habits you'd like to leave behind, relationship issues, or anything in between I want to help you break the cycles that keep you stuck. Together we will focus on more than symptom alleviation, but gaining insight into the beliefs, behavioral patterns, and relational history that informs and influences what you do and what you believe about yourself.
I help my clients by providing a safe, compassionate environment to explore their own personal experience through attachment-based, person centered, and experiential therapies.
If you find yourself wrestling with depression, anxiety, habits you'd like to leave behind, relationship issues, or anything in between I want to help you break the cycles that keep you stuck. Together we will focus on more than symptom alleviation, but gaining insight into the beliefs, behavioral patterns, and relational history that informs and influences what you do and what you believe about yourself.
(984) 213-5285 View (984) 213-5285

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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.