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Janet Hundertmark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cairo, NY 12413
I have worked in community mental health since 2006 with a wide variety of clients who deal with mental illness, personality disorders, relationship issues and general life stressors. My client base ranges in age from childhood through adulthood and includes families, couples and groups.
I have worked in community mental health since 2006 with a wide variety of clients who deal with mental illness, personality disorders, relationship issues and general life stressors. My client base ranges in age from childhood through adulthood and includes families, couples and groups.
(518) 519-8329 View (518) 519-8329

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Wendy Ide Williams
Counselor, LMHC, MS, MFA
Verified Verified
Catskill, NY 12414
I am focused on helping you find your strengths and your passion for life in an integrative Holistic approach that includes many modalities. I believe the therapeutic relationship can be powerful and meaningful as well as change oriented. I work with a variety of concerns which include trauma, anxiety, gender issues, family conflicts, and chronic illness and challenges. I have always utilized my background and appreciation for the arts as part of my orientation in therapy.
I am focused on helping you find your strengths and your passion for life in an integrative Holistic approach that includes many modalities. I believe the therapeutic relationship can be powerful and meaningful as well as change oriented. I work with a variety of concerns which include trauma, anxiety, gender issues, family conflicts, and chronic illness and challenges. I have always utilized my background and appreciation for the arts as part of my orientation in therapy.
(518) 839-2327 View (518) 839-2327
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Threefold Health / AJS Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Catskill, NY 12414
Looking for a counselor is one of the first steps to making a change. As counselors we want to create a space for you to explore the best way to make your life better. We are a group of affiliated clinicians including pre-licensed and licensed mental health counselors and licensed social workers. We are offering services to Hudson NY and surrounding communities.
Looking for a counselor is one of the first steps to making a change. As counselors we want to create a space for you to explore the best way to make your life better. We are a group of affiliated clinicians including pre-licensed and licensed mental health counselors and licensed social workers. We are offering services to Hudson NY and surrounding communities.
(518) 632-1903 View (518) 632-1903
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Cordelia Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd, BA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Athens, NY 12015
I believe that the catalyst for change starts with exploration and examination and I would like to be a partner with you on that journey. I offer individual and family therapy using a client centered and psychodynamic based approach to help you identify areas for change, growth, and healing. I hold masters in both social work and education, which allows for specific insight into trauma stewardship and supporting those engaged helping professions.
I believe that the catalyst for change starts with exploration and examination and I would like to be a partner with you on that journey. I offer individual and family therapy using a client centered and psychodynamic based approach to help you identify areas for change, growth, and healing. I hold masters in both social work and education, which allows for specific insight into trauma stewardship and supporting those engaged helping professions.
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Photo of Sasha Hare, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Cairo, NY
Sasha Hare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
Waitlist for new clients
I am also a trained attachment-based EMDR therapist, a powerful modality to process trauma when words don't seem to cut it.
I start with listening and seek to cultivate a perspective that enlivens, enlightens and unburdens. I use an integrative psychoanalytic approach founded in curiosity and collaboration to address problems relating to trauma, depression, anxiety or self-esteem that can undermine ones ability to thrive interpersonally, creatively, sexually or professionally. Whether it's a life-change, a search for meaning, creative blocks, frustration with the quality of relationships or something else, I will meet you there. Through listening and talking, we will explore internal experience and how it impacts relating to oneself and others.
I am also a trained attachment-based EMDR therapist, a powerful modality to process trauma when words don't seem to cut it.
I start with listening and seek to cultivate a perspective that enlivens, enlightens and unburdens. I use an integrative psychoanalytic approach founded in curiosity and collaboration to address problems relating to trauma, depression, anxiety or self-esteem that can undermine ones ability to thrive interpersonally, creatively, sexually or professionally. Whether it's a life-change, a search for meaning, creative blocks, frustration with the quality of relationships or something else, I will meet you there. Through listening and talking, we will explore internal experience and how it impacts relating to oneself and others.
(917) 909-4305 View (917) 909-4305
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Allison Beck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasantville, NY 10570
I employ a range of therapeutic techniques and frameworks in order to meet your individual needs including but not limited to psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), attachment-based, relational and mindfulness based therapies.
The path to therapy varies greatly from person to person: a quest for a deeper understanding of the self and the world around you, a response to an immediate crisis or life transition, or a desire to overcome ongoing obstacles that stand in the way of your goals and life satisfaction. Whatever your journey to therapy may be, I provide a comfortable, non-judgmental environment in which to explore long-standing patterns, personal perceptions, family experiences and current situations, offering the opportunity to increase self-awareness and pursue greater personal fulfillment in your relationships, career, and other areas of life.
I employ a range of therapeutic techniques and frameworks in order to meet your individual needs including but not limited to psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), attachment-based, relational and mindfulness based therapies.
The path to therapy varies greatly from person to person: a quest for a deeper understanding of the self and the world around you, a response to an immediate crisis or life transition, or a desire to overcome ongoing obstacles that stand in the way of your goals and life satisfaction. Whatever your journey to therapy may be, I provide a comfortable, non-judgmental environment in which to explore long-standing patterns, personal perceptions, family experiences and current situations, offering the opportunity to increase self-awareness and pursue greater personal fulfillment in your relationships, career, and other areas of life.
(347) 609-7758 View (347) 609-7758
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Starlee N Qualter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP
Verified Verified
West Nyack, NY 10994
I am a therapist with over 25 years of clinical experience. My approach is collaborative as therapy is a unique relationship. We begin with identifying where you are now while focusing on where you want to be. I use many different techniques in discovering the most effective path for you. For example, cognitive-behavioral therapy is very effective with issues such as anxiety and depression, while using an attachment-based lens can improve low self-esteem and relationship issues. If you are looking for an interactive therapist and are ready and willing to do the work, I will help you along your journey!
I am a therapist with over 25 years of clinical experience. My approach is collaborative as therapy is a unique relationship. We begin with identifying where you are now while focusing on where you want to be. I use many different techniques in discovering the most effective path for you. For example, cognitive-behavioral therapy is very effective with issues such as anxiety and depression, while using an attachment-based lens can improve low self-esteem and relationship issues. If you are looking for an interactive therapist and are ready and willing to do the work, I will help you along your journey!
(845) 684-4291 View (845) 684-4291
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Julianne Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Troy, NY 12180  (Online Only)
Julie provides Attachment-based, Family-Centered, Trauma-informed counseling to address anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss for a wide range of needs related to Relationship Conflict; Separation, Divorce, Co-Parenting; Blended Families; Parent-Child Conflict; Foster Care Parenting; Loss of Parental Rights due to loss of Custody, Adoption & Foster Care.
Are you experiencing frequent conflicts and arguments about the same things, but nothing ever seems to get resolved? Do you feel the harder you try to make things better, the worse it seems to get? When people feel they are underappreciated, misunderstood, or blamed for things that don't feel are their fault, people stop listening and can become stuck pointing fingers and assigning blame. No one is changing behaviors or focused on solutions. All you know is you feel stuck, scared and realize that your family relationships are in trouble and need help.
Julie provides Attachment-based, Family-Centered, Trauma-informed counseling to address anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss for a wide range of needs related to Relationship Conflict; Separation, Divorce, Co-Parenting; Blended Families; Parent-Child Conflict; Foster Care Parenting; Loss of Parental Rights due to loss of Custody, Adoption & Foster Care.
Are you experiencing frequent conflicts and arguments about the same things, but nothing ever seems to get resolved? Do you feel the harder you try to make things better, the worse it seems to get? When people feel they are underappreciated, misunderstood, or blamed for things that don't feel are their fault, people stop listening and can become stuck pointing fingers and assigning blame. No one is changing behaviors or focused on solutions. All you know is you feel stuck, scared and realize that your family relationships are in trouble and need help.
(518) 849-8559 View (518) 849-8559
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Stephanie Carlson, Ph.D
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Plains, NY 10605
With training in mindfulness-based, interpersonal, trauma-sensitive, attachment-based, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic therapeutic approaches, I can flexibly accommodate the needs of my clients.
My primary aim in my work is to meet my clients "where they are" by tuning in to their unique concerns and creating an atmosphere where they feel acknowledged and at ease. My style is warm, empathic and engaged which, combined with my acumen as a seasoned clinician, helps adults, children, parents and families feel comfortable and secure. Within this safe space, my clients express their concerns and work to repair and optimize wholesome development with professional recommendations that help to inform a collaborative therapeutic plan.
With training in mindfulness-based, interpersonal, trauma-sensitive, attachment-based, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic therapeutic approaches, I can flexibly accommodate the needs of my clients.
My primary aim in my work is to meet my clients "where they are" by tuning in to their unique concerns and creating an atmosphere where they feel acknowledged and at ease. My style is warm, empathic and engaged which, combined with my acumen as a seasoned clinician, helps adults, children, parents and families feel comfortable and secure. Within this safe space, my clients express their concerns and work to repair and optimize wholesome development with professional recommendations that help to inform a collaborative therapeutic plan.
(718) 260-6970 View (718) 260-6970
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John Hawkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, AAMFT
Verified Verified
White Plains, NY 10606
I specialize in children, adolescents, adults and families. I have helped clients suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety related disorders, behavioral issues, and grief and loss. My approach is person centered, focused on creating a caring and empathetic therapeutic relationship, while utilizing varied interventions, including psychodynamic, behavioral and cognitive based techniques, family systems theories, and attachment based strategies. In addition to more traditional approaches, I am a strong proponent of creative expressive therapy. Through expressive interventions my clients have learned to develop appropriate self expression of feelings, self confidence, effective coping and conflict resolution strategies, and pro social communication to help foster appropriate peer relations.
I specialize in children, adolescents, adults and families. I have helped clients suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety related disorders, behavioral issues, and grief and loss. My approach is person centered, focused on creating a caring and empathetic therapeutic relationship, while utilizing varied interventions, including psychodynamic, behavioral and cognitive based techniques, family systems theories, and attachment based strategies. In addition to more traditional approaches, I am a strong proponent of creative expressive therapy. Through expressive interventions my clients have learned to develop appropriate self expression of feelings, self confidence, effective coping and conflict resolution strategies, and pro social communication to help foster appropriate peer relations.
(646) 760-4577 View (646) 760-4577
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Jennifer Wade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Eastchester, NY 10709  (Online Only)
We’ve all felt stuck, trapped, alone at some point in our lives. Whether you’re here because of a loss, change in health, parenting struggles, anxiety, depression, stress, or just looking to feel more fulfilled in life, I thank you for taking that first step. It wasn’t easy getting here, but you’re here and you’re ready to make a change. You have inside, the ability to re-build, to move away from the old way of thinking – those old stories – that are not your words, and to create new connections.
We’ve all felt stuck, trapped, alone at some point in our lives. Whether you’re here because of a loss, change in health, parenting struggles, anxiety, depression, stress, or just looking to feel more fulfilled in life, I thank you for taking that first step. It wasn’t easy getting here, but you’re here and you’re ready to make a change. You have inside, the ability to re-build, to move away from the old way of thinking – those old stories – that are not your words, and to create new connections.
(914) 915-8838 View (914) 915-8838
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Dr. Erin Weinstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598  (Online Only)
I use an attachment-based/relational approach to help build capacity for internal reflection so we can uncover and work through psychological processes that are operating under the surface and contributing to the symptoms and issues that are causing you distress.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of direct clinical experience. I specialize in working with culturally diverse young adults (aprx age 18-35) who are having difficulty regulating themselves and experiencing some level of emotional and/or behavioral distress, which sometimes leads to significant problems in school, at work, and/or in relationships with oneself and others. Often, this distress can be eased with increased self-awareness that supports your ability to regulate your internal experience so your emotions feel manageable, your thoughts are more comforting, and you have more control over your behavior.
I use an attachment-based/relational approach to help build capacity for internal reflection so we can uncover and work through psychological processes that are operating under the surface and contributing to the symptoms and issues that are causing you distress.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of direct clinical experience. I specialize in working with culturally diverse young adults (aprx age 18-35) who are having difficulty regulating themselves and experiencing some level of emotional and/or behavioral distress, which sometimes leads to significant problems in school, at work, and/or in relationships with oneself and others. Often, this distress can be eased with increased self-awareness that supports your ability to regulate your internal experience so your emotions feel manageable, your thoughts are more comforting, and you have more control over your behavior.
(914) 350-4220 View (914) 350-4220
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Virginie Petrus
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
White Plains, NY 10601  (Online Only)
Congratulations to you for taking this initial step forward into your wellness journey. Through compassion, empathy, and attention, I provide a safe space for you to flourish and to grow as you address and heal your wounded parts. By establishing a warm and welcoming space, my goal is to help you to reach tangible goals and to have meaningful transformation. Together, we will do the required work to improve relationship to oneself so you can show up as your true authentic self,
Congratulations to you for taking this initial step forward into your wellness journey. Through compassion, empathy, and attention, I provide a safe space for you to flourish and to grow as you address and heal your wounded parts. By establishing a warm and welcoming space, my goal is to help you to reach tangible goals and to have meaningful transformation. Together, we will do the required work to improve relationship to oneself so you can show up as your true authentic self,
(516) 226-2119 View (516) 226-2119
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Pam Perkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, SEP
Verified Verified
Malden On Hudson, NY 12453  (Online Only)
I am presently accepting new clients for Parent Coaching only. I presently offer Attachment Parenting Coaching for individuals, couples, and ex's who are co-parenting in separate households. I also work with parents of estranged teenage and adult children to help them negotiate the distance in the relationship in ways that promote healing. My approach to working with parents is supportive, nonjudgmental, and includes hands on attachment based parenting strategies. Attachment Parenting creates structure and trust while bringing the child closer to the parent in an age appropriate way. All my therapy and coaching is offered online.
I am presently accepting new clients for Parent Coaching only. I presently offer Attachment Parenting Coaching for individuals, couples, and ex's who are co-parenting in separate households. I also work with parents of estranged teenage and adult children to help them negotiate the distance in the relationship in ways that promote healing. My approach to working with parents is supportive, nonjudgmental, and includes hands on attachment based parenting strategies. Attachment Parenting creates structure and trust while bringing the child closer to the parent in an age appropriate way. All my therapy and coaching is offered online.
(845) 875-4346 View (845) 875-4346
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Hanna Brinnier Perrault
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Nyack, NY 10960  (Online Only)
Whether you're transitioning to a new job, anxious about a relationship, navigating a recent loss, these adjustments can feel stressful and overwhelming. I have experience working with trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and academic/occupational issues. I enjoy working with college/graduate students and young professionals. am trained in a range of modalities including CBT and DBT, but overall, I am person-centered, attachment based and psychodynamically oriented. Thus, I approach therapy from a trauma-focused lens, providing a safe space for clients to process all thoughts and feelings.
Whether you're transitioning to a new job, anxious about a relationship, navigating a recent loss, these adjustments can feel stressful and overwhelming. I have experience working with trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, relational difficulties, and academic/occupational issues. I enjoy working with college/graduate students and young professionals. am trained in a range of modalities including CBT and DBT, but overall, I am person-centered, attachment based and psychodynamically oriented. Thus, I approach therapy from a trauma-focused lens, providing a safe space for clients to process all thoughts and feelings.
(845) 539-1242 View (845) 539-1242
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Janet Margolis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
I have studied attachment-based therapy for many years with nationwide experts.
How do you find the right therapist? Education and training is important, but at least as important is finding a therapist with whom you can truly be yourself. I've been told by my patients that the reasons they value therapy with me are that I'm easy to talk to, I really listen, and I'm interactive. They say I "get" them, which helps to develop trust and safety. It can be difficult to talk about your personal struggles with someone you don't know. My warm, calm and non-judgmental nature makes it a little bit easier. I have 30 years of experience, deep empathy and a sense of humor.
I have studied attachment-based therapy for many years with nationwide experts.
How do you find the right therapist? Education and training is important, but at least as important is finding a therapist with whom you can truly be yourself. I've been told by my patients that the reasons they value therapy with me are that I'm easy to talk to, I really listen, and I'm interactive. They say I "get" them, which helps to develop trust and safety. It can be difficult to talk about your personal struggles with someone you don't know. My warm, calm and non-judgmental nature makes it a little bit easier. I have 30 years of experience, deep empathy and a sense of humor.
(646) 606-2891 View (646) 606-2891
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Berk L Milnarik
Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kingston, NY 12401  (Online Only)
Therapy gives you an opportunity to transform and move toward a deeper understanding of yourself as life unfolds. Amidst times that may feel dark, overwhelming, or lacking vitality, anxiety and dissociation can manifest in so many ways that feel fragmenting and harmful to the self and body. We can be strongly defended against our unconscious wishes, fantasies, and unmet needs. How and why we behave, think, get stuck or feel fear, love, shame, and joy are layered with so much meaning. Together, we may find ways to build resilience, steps toward action, self-awareness, fulfilling connection, and a sense of wholeness.
Therapy gives you an opportunity to transform and move toward a deeper understanding of yourself as life unfolds. Amidst times that may feel dark, overwhelming, or lacking vitality, anxiety and dissociation can manifest in so many ways that feel fragmenting and harmful to the self and body. We can be strongly defended against our unconscious wishes, fantasies, and unmet needs. How and why we behave, think, get stuck or feel fear, love, shame, and joy are layered with so much meaning. Together, we may find ways to build resilience, steps toward action, self-awareness, fulfilling connection, and a sense of wholeness.
(845) 303-2176 View (845) 303-2176
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Teresa Maguire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10466
My name is Teresa Maguire, and I have been a psychotherapist (LCSW-R) for 25 years. I work primarily with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, gender identity concerns, relationship problems, and LGBTQ issues. I work mainly from a psychodynamic and relational model, utilizing Attachment-based, Eclectic, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe those therapeutic relationships are the most important vehicle for facilitating positive change and growth.
My name is Teresa Maguire, and I have been a psychotherapist (LCSW-R) for 25 years. I work primarily with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, gender identity concerns, relationship problems, and LGBTQ issues. I work mainly from a psychodynamic and relational model, utilizing Attachment-based, Eclectic, Psychodynamic, Person-Centered, and Trauma Focused therapies. I believe those therapeutic relationships are the most important vehicle for facilitating positive change and growth.
(718) 865-3729 View (718) 865-3729
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Comisar Psychotherapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, PLLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albany, NY 12207  (Online Only)
We offer different treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion-focused therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, attachment-based interventions, and trauma-informed interventions.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? At times, we all feel unseen, unheard, and alone in our suffering. We are a group of licensed therapists providing psychotherapy via telehealth (only) to clients throughout New York State. We offer a client-centered, goal-oriented, and culturally competent approach to mental health treatment. Our multicultural approach to psychotherapy helps create an open and safe space for members of all communities. At Comisar Psychotherapy Group, our clinicians have demonstrated their competency and ability to have a meaningful impact on the lives of the people they treat.
We offer different treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion-focused therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, attachment-based interventions, and trauma-informed interventions.
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed? At times, we all feel unseen, unheard, and alone in our suffering. We are a group of licensed therapists providing psychotherapy via telehealth (only) to clients throughout New York State. We offer a client-centered, goal-oriented, and culturally competent approach to mental health treatment. Our multicultural approach to psychotherapy helps create an open and safe space for members of all communities. At Comisar Psychotherapy Group, our clinicians have demonstrated their competency and ability to have a meaningful impact on the lives of the people they treat.
(585) 285-4272 View (585) 285-4272
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Jessica Hilliard
Licensed Master Social Worker
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Plains, NY 10603  (Online Only)
Through attachment-based and psychodynamic approaches, we will work to create resilient relationships that emphasize open, assertive communication.
After years as a performing artist and opera singer, I recognized that creativity, play, and being known are integral to our sense of well-being. I discovered my passion for supporting people through creativity and talk therapy to pursue fulfilling and meaningful lives. I strive to create a warm, nurturing environment to process your experiences and identify your strengths and values. I work with adolescents through late adulthood with a wide range of diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related, OCD, neurodivergent, and personality disorders.
Through attachment-based and psychodynamic approaches, we will work to create resilient relationships that emphasize open, assertive communication.
After years as a performing artist and opera singer, I recognized that creativity, play, and being known are integral to our sense of well-being. I discovered my passion for supporting people through creativity and talk therapy to pursue fulfilling and meaningful lives. I strive to create a warm, nurturing environment to process your experiences and identify your strengths and values. I work with adolescents through late adulthood with a wide range of diagnoses, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related, OCD, neurodivergent, and personality disorders.
(914) 556-1977 View (914) 556-1977
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.