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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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Elizabeth Beagle
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Catskill, NY 12414  (Online Only)
Current Openings Are you currently struggling and seeking help gaining perspective, support gaining skills to maintain a balanced mental health? I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist who is committed to helping individuals find healing, hope, and renewed purpose in their lives. With 8 years of experience in counseling, I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges. From anxiety and depression to relationship conflicts and self-esteem issues, and wives healing from marital betrayal due to affairs or other sexual addictions.
Current Openings Are you currently struggling and seeking help gaining perspective, support gaining skills to maintain a balanced mental health? I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist who is committed to helping individuals find healing, hope, and renewed purpose in their lives. With 8 years of experience in counseling, I have had the privilege of working with diverse individuals, couples, and families facing a wide range of challenges. From anxiety and depression to relationship conflicts and self-esteem issues, and wives healing from marital betrayal due to affairs or other sexual addictions.
(518) 760-0842 View (518) 760-0842

Online Therapists

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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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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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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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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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Brittany Taylor
Counselor, MS, LMHC-NY, LPC-SC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clifton Park, NY 12065  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with everyday life stressors? Do you feel anxious, depressed or overwhelmed in life? Do you feel disconnected from family and friends or just need help with handling your problems? Are you one of the many who suffer from a lack of self esteem and confidence, or are you someone who would like to build stronger boundaries with others and learn how to become more assertive? Whatever you are experiencing, I can help you move past your struggles and guide you on a new path of healing. We will work together to challenge the thoughts, beliefs and patterns that prevent you from moving forward.
Are you struggling with everyday life stressors? Do you feel anxious, depressed or overwhelmed in life? Do you feel disconnected from family and friends or just need help with handling your problems? Are you one of the many who suffer from a lack of self esteem and confidence, or are you someone who would like to build stronger boundaries with others and learn how to become more assertive? Whatever you are experiencing, I can help you move past your struggles and guide you on a new path of healing. We will work together to challenge the thoughts, beliefs and patterns that prevent you from moving forward.
(518) 252-7964 View (518) 252-7964
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Lauren Dobbs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pleasantville, NY 10570
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
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Psychotherapy Consultation LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, SIFI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Yonkers, NY 10701  (Online Only)
I’m Yurilka Hernandez founder of Psychotherapy & Consultation Group Services PLLC , a licensed clinical Therapist based in New York & Massachusetts. I truly care about my patients’ well-being and guarantee top of the line counseling and psychotherapy services catered to their needs. Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with challenging life experiences. Patient well-being is my number one priority, and I go above and beyond to help them through all their obstacles. Get in touch with me today for more information.
I’m Yurilka Hernandez founder of Psychotherapy & Consultation Group Services PLLC , a licensed clinical Therapist based in New York & Massachusetts. I truly care about my patients’ well-being and guarantee top of the line counseling and psychotherapy services catered to their needs. Since 2015, I have provided a number of specialized therapeutic services to those dealing with challenging life experiences. Patient well-being is my number one priority, and I go above and beyond to help them through all their obstacles. Get in touch with me today for more information.
(929) 209-6305 View (929) 209-6305
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Karla Karpowicz
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, BC-DMT, RYT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Newburgh, NY 12550
As a Mind/Body oriented Therapist, I understand that our emotions, behaviors, and physical body are sensitive to the stressors we face; we can literally FEEL anxiety, depression, and strong emotions. These stressors can affect our whole selves, often manifesting in negative thinking patterns and/or physical sensations of stress. Whether you are having trouble managing stress, and/or experiencing grief, loss, difficult emotions, relationship issues, anxiety/panic, or you feel like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way, working with your mind AND body through integrated psychotherapy, can help.
As a Mind/Body oriented Therapist, I understand that our emotions, behaviors, and physical body are sensitive to the stressors we face; we can literally FEEL anxiety, depression, and strong emotions. These stressors can affect our whole selves, often manifesting in negative thinking patterns and/or physical sensations of stress. Whether you are having trouble managing stress, and/or experiencing grief, loss, difficult emotions, relationship issues, anxiety/panic, or you feel like you've lost yourself somewhere along the way, working with your mind AND body through integrated psychotherapy, can help.
(845) 669-6238 View (845) 669-6238
Photo of Nahal C Kaivan, Psychologist in Greene County, NY
Nahal C Kaivan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bronxville, NY 10708  (Online Only)
Many of my clients relate to the experience of feeling "othered", different or as existing outside of culturally-constructed margins. In our increasingly isolationist world, feeling different or other is becoming a common experience. While many things may remind us of our difference, or "non-normativity", in therapy I aim to collaboratively uncover and identify the worth and purpose that I believe exist in all humxn beings. I believe that all concerns, struggles, challenges, curiosities and explorations brought to therapy are related to relationships--the relationship we have with ourselves and other people. Often, clients express a need for deep connection and goals involve enhancing relationships, identifying emotions, coping more effectively with emotions, and nourishing self-worth and confidence. Research on therapeutic effectiveness has repeatedly demonstrated that therapeutic relationship is the principle determinant of positive therapeutic outcome. Thus, when I first meet clients, client-therapist relationship and chemistry is the primary emphasis and catalyst for change.
Many of my clients relate to the experience of feeling "othered", different or as existing outside of culturally-constructed margins. In our increasingly isolationist world, feeling different or other is becoming a common experience. While many things may remind us of our difference, or "non-normativity", in therapy I aim to collaboratively uncover and identify the worth and purpose that I believe exist in all humxn beings. I believe that all concerns, struggles, challenges, curiosities and explorations brought to therapy are related to relationships--the relationship we have with ourselves and other people. Often, clients express a need for deep connection and goals involve enhancing relationships, identifying emotions, coping more effectively with emotions, and nourishing self-worth and confidence. Research on therapeutic effectiveness has repeatedly demonstrated that therapeutic relationship is the principle determinant of positive therapeutic outcome. Thus, when I first meet clients, client-therapist relationship and chemistry is the primary emphasis and catalyst for change.
(347) 754-3776 View (347) 754-3776
Photo of Kelly Niceley, Creative Arts Therapist in Greene County, NY
Kelly Niceley
Creative Arts Therapist, MPS, LCAT, ATR
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10466
Kelly Niceley, LCAT-ATR is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist in Bronx, New York. Working in mental health for the last 16 years, Kelly specializes in issues of identity, grief and loss, and affect regulation. Kelly brings a strong sense of attunement to her therapy practice, working with a diverse array of clients, helping them to increase their sense of self, and improve their tolerance of a wide range of feeling states. Kelly employs a client-centered approach, offering strategies and encouragement to assist the client with overcoming adverse symptoms and ultimately materializing their personal goals.
Kelly Niceley, LCAT-ATR is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist in Bronx, New York. Working in mental health for the last 16 years, Kelly specializes in issues of identity, grief and loss, and affect regulation. Kelly brings a strong sense of attunement to her therapy practice, working with a diverse array of clients, helping them to increase their sense of self, and improve their tolerance of a wide range of feeling states. Kelly employs a client-centered approach, offering strategies and encouragement to assist the client with overcoming adverse symptoms and ultimately materializing their personal goals.
(347) 429-6907 View (347) 429-6907
Photo of Debra Heaphy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Greene County, NY
Debra Heaphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Piermont, NY 10968
With over 20 years experience, I provide a structured setting where people can explore the reasons for unhealthy patterns in their lives. I provide a supportive, interactive, solution focused, client centered, and confidential environment. Various treatment techniques are utilized and tailored to the specific needs of the client in order for healing, change, and growth to occur. I have worked with a diverse population of individuals exhibiting a wide range of conflicts, that include relationship and parenting issues, work stress, depression, anxiety and trauma.
With over 20 years experience, I provide a structured setting where people can explore the reasons for unhealthy patterns in their lives. I provide a supportive, interactive, solution focused, client centered, and confidential environment. Various treatment techniques are utilized and tailored to the specific needs of the client in order for healing, change, and growth to occur. I have worked with a diverse population of individuals exhibiting a wide range of conflicts, that include relationship and parenting issues, work stress, depression, anxiety and trauma.
(845) 367-7321 View (845) 367-7321
Photo of Katherine Cruz, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Greene County, NY
Katherine Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with low energy, lack of motivation and/or finding yourself lost in a day of confusion? Are you a parent who feels frustrated, impatient and is having a difficult time connecting or understanding your child's behaviors? You are not alone. Give yourself permission to discover a path towards calm, mental clarity, emotional balance, and a renewed sense of well-being.
Are you struggling with low energy, lack of motivation and/or finding yourself lost in a day of confusion? Are you a parent who feels frustrated, impatient and is having a difficult time connecting or understanding your child's behaviors? You are not alone. Give yourself permission to discover a path towards calm, mental clarity, emotional balance, and a renewed sense of well-being.
(845) 442-4155 View (845) 442-4155
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Integrating the Self - Mental Health & Wellness
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newburgh, NY 12550
With an outside the box approach, our therapists use creative means to bring healing, growth, and change in addition to traditional talk therapy. We work with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, OCD, managing major life changes, anger management, codependency, relationship struggles, trauma, invisible illness (MS, etc), insomnia, and many different stressors and situations from childhood all through adult life. We’re a group of 6 therapists offering a wide range of therapy services, aligned practices, and wellness workshops, so we most likely have something that you are looking for.
With an outside the box approach, our therapists use creative means to bring healing, growth, and change in addition to traditional talk therapy. We work with anxiety, depression, grief/loss, OCD, managing major life changes, anger management, codependency, relationship struggles, trauma, invisible illness (MS, etc), insomnia, and many different stressors and situations from childhood all through adult life. We’re a group of 6 therapists offering a wide range of therapy services, aligned practices, and wellness workshops, so we most likely have something that you are looking for.
(845) 209-0748 View (845) 209-0748
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Vanessa Hartmann
PhD
Verified Verified
Pelham, NY 10803
I am a psychodynamically-oriented psychologist dedicated to helping clients lead more self-directed lives. With warmth and empathy as my guiding principles, I work to create a safe and nurturing environment in which clients can explore the root causes of stress, anxiety, and emotional pain in their lives so they can move forward and thrive. I work with adolescents, adults, and new parents struggling with anxiety and stress, academic and work issues, emotional conflicts, adjustment to major life transitions.
I am a psychodynamically-oriented psychologist dedicated to helping clients lead more self-directed lives. With warmth and empathy as my guiding principles, I work to create a safe and nurturing environment in which clients can explore the root causes of stress, anxiety, and emotional pain in their lives so they can move forward and thrive. I work with adolescents, adults, and new parents struggling with anxiety and stress, academic and work issues, emotional conflicts, adjustment to major life transitions.
(914) 915-8539 View (914) 915-8539
Photo of Andrea Glover, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Greene County, NY
Andrea Glover
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMHC
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583
Spring and summer are times of growth and rebirth, and a perfect time to act on your awareness that “I need to take better care of myself”. I partner with my clients to address and explore areas related to: • Work or school related stress • Depression, anxiety and getting unstuck • Pregnancy, infertility, and adoption • Relationship and family concerns • transitions • Mood shifts due to hormonal changes • Challenges of later adolescence and young adulthood • The “what’s next?” in life • Grief and loss • Exploring relationship to substances.
Spring and summer are times of growth and rebirth, and a perfect time to act on your awareness that “I need to take better care of myself”. I partner with my clients to address and explore areas related to: • Work or school related stress • Depression, anxiety and getting unstuck • Pregnancy, infertility, and adoption • Relationship and family concerns • transitions • Mood shifts due to hormonal changes • Challenges of later adolescence and young adulthood • The “what’s next?” in life • Grief and loss • Exploring relationship to substances.
(914) 454-2389 View (914) 454-2389
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Helen Stevens
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Katonah, NY 10536  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Everyone needs help sometimes, especially when we are stuck in patterns that aren’t making us happy. Reaching out to a therapist is a courageous and healthy way to take care of yourself. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in helping adults navigate life transitions, relationship conflict, low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. My professional approach is warm, open-minded, and collaborative. Our work will begin by exploring what has led you to seek therapy and what types of changes you would like to see in your life. I will tailor treatment to your unique needs, strengths, and goals.
Everyone needs help sometimes, especially when we are stuck in patterns that aren’t making us happy. Reaching out to a therapist is a courageous and healthy way to take care of yourself. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in helping adults navigate life transitions, relationship conflict, low self-esteem, depression, and anxiety. My professional approach is warm, open-minded, and collaborative. Our work will begin by exploring what has led you to seek therapy and what types of changes you would like to see in your life. I will tailor treatment to your unique needs, strengths, and goals.
(347) 913-1966 View (347) 913-1966
Photo of Vivian Jacobs LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist in Greene County, NY
Vivian Jacobs LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, BCPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Larchmont, NY 10538  (Online Only)
A Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience working with couples, I do premarital counseling for anxiety and fear of commitment, communication when intimacy has gone. Infidelity: forgiving is possible. Divorce, remarriage, and step-parenting. I work with life's transitions, partners being on different timelines regarding parenthood, depression, anxiety, challenges of being single in a couples world, changes in career or breaks in relationships, romantic or familial. I am interactive, empathetic. My goal: connect you with your inner strengths, build up your self-esteem, and move towards the next steps of your lives.
A Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience working with couples, I do premarital counseling for anxiety and fear of commitment, communication when intimacy has gone. Infidelity: forgiving is possible. Divorce, remarriage, and step-parenting. I work with life's transitions, partners being on different timelines regarding parenthood, depression, anxiety, challenges of being single in a couples world, changes in career or breaks in relationships, romantic or familial. I am interactive, empathetic. My goal: connect you with your inner strengths, build up your self-esteem, and move towards the next steps of your lives.
(914) 265-1044 View (914) 265-1044
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Peggy Kraft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MSW
Verified Verified
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Imagine your life when you feel good and hopeful. I can support you in your journey to turn that dream into reality. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or your relationship we can work through your issues in a step-by-step process that will help you feel more at peace, confident and passionate about life again. I provide a healing environment in which you can safely explore your feelings.
Imagine your life when you feel good and hopeful. I can support you in your journey to turn that dream into reality. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or your relationship we can work through your issues in a step-by-step process that will help you feel more at peace, confident and passionate about life again. I provide a healing environment in which you can safely explore your feelings.
(551) 239-9023 View (551) 239-9023

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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.