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The Empowerment Opportunity
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10075
You excel in one or more areas of your life, yet you silently struggle with feelings of being unworthy and unlovable. Sometimes you may even feel like an outsider in your own life. Maybe you buy nice things, or go on amazing trips, but for some reason you still don’t feel happy. You may hide behind your work and push people away because you are afraid to let them know who you really are. This is not what you want to be doing but you can’t help it. This is not your fault. You are doing the best you can with the resources you were given. At The Empowerment Opportunity, we will help you tap into different resources within yourself.
You excel in one or more areas of your life, yet you silently struggle with feelings of being unworthy and unlovable. Sometimes you may even feel like an outsider in your own life. Maybe you buy nice things, or go on amazing trips, but for some reason you still don’t feel happy. You may hide behind your work and push people away because you are afraid to let them know who you really are. This is not what you want to be doing but you can’t help it. This is not your fault. You are doing the best you can with the resources you were given. At The Empowerment Opportunity, we will help you tap into different resources within yourself.
(929) 264-5711 View (929) 264-5711
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Tess Rafferty
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
I am a relational, attachment-based, trauma-informed therapist.
When so much feels uncertain, I am here to help you find your way from fatigue and overwhelm to peace and acceptance. The dedicated time and space of our sessions and a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship will support you in creating the fulfilling relationships and experiences you are longing for. I bring my background as a mindful-living coach to my work as a therapist, and I love to support clients who are seeking to cultivate more compassion for themselves and within their relationships. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy, no matter what is currently taking center stage in their lives.
I am a relational, attachment-based, trauma-informed therapist.
When so much feels uncertain, I am here to help you find your way from fatigue and overwhelm to peace and acceptance. The dedicated time and space of our sessions and a safe, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship will support you in creating the fulfilling relationships and experiences you are longing for. I bring my background as a mindful-living coach to my work as a therapist, and I love to support clients who are seeking to cultivate more compassion for themselves and within their relationships. I believe that everyone can benefit from therapy, no matter what is currently taking center stage in their lives.
(646) 681-5802 View (646) 681-5802
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Ozlem Bekar
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
With children and families, I utilize attachment-based interventions, play therapy and parent-child psychotherapy.
Understanding the dynamics behind the repeating processes in your life, whether they are symptoms or undesirable patterns, is the first step for meaningful and durable change. I work with both adults and children who have different forms of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or stressful life transitions. I also work with children who present with developmental or behavioral issues.
With children and families, I utilize attachment-based interventions, play therapy and parent-child psychotherapy.
Understanding the dynamics behind the repeating processes in your life, whether they are symptoms or undesirable patterns, is the first step for meaningful and durable change. I work with both adults and children who have different forms of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or stressful life transitions. I also work with children who present with developmental or behavioral issues.
(347) 514-8397 View (347) 514-8397
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Svea Holmvig-Johnson
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
With a background in sexual health education, medical social work and experience as a full spectrum doula, Svea understands the importance of person-centered care across multiple systems. Svea has worked as a therapist with people of all ages, with a speciality in adolescents and young adults. Svea aims to incorporate culturally sensitive techniques into a multimodal approach to therapy, drawing from psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based therapy, and CBT, to name a few. Svea utilizes her experience in a diverse array of settings to work towards the unique therapeutic goals of each individual.
With a background in sexual health education, medical social work and experience as a full spectrum doula, Svea understands the importance of person-centered care across multiple systems. Svea has worked as a therapist with people of all ages, with a speciality in adolescents and young adults. Svea aims to incorporate culturally sensitive techniques into a multimodal approach to therapy, drawing from psychodynamic therapy, attachment-based therapy, and CBT, to name a few. Svea utilizes her experience in a diverse array of settings to work towards the unique therapeutic goals of each individual.
(646) 846-9137 View (646) 846-9137
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Dr. Kim Manuel
Psychologist, PhD, MA, MEd, PPS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10011
I work with individuals across the lifespan, drawing from an intuitive blend of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, inner child work, existential, Jungian, CBT, and holistic approaches.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
I work with individuals across the lifespan, drawing from an intuitive blend of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, inner child work, existential, Jungian, CBT, and holistic approaches.
My clients come to therapy with a desire to better understand themselves, their patterns, and the implicit beliefs they hold about themselves and the world. They are deep thinkers and feelers with a great appreciation for humor as part of the therapeutic process. They are often striving to become (and befriend) the best version of themselves. Together, we balance insights and perspectives with tools that guide transformation and growth.
(516) 540-2737 View (516) 540-2737
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Jacklyn Krol
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10004  (Online Only)
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practice and attachment-based therapy to help my clients achieve their therapeutic goals.
Are you a hard working professional who is stressed out due to work, family and relationship issues? Are you trying to juggle it all and need some help with sorting through all the stressors? Please Email me to find out how I can help.
I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness practice and attachment-based therapy to help my clients achieve their therapeutic goals.
Are you a hard working professional who is stressed out due to work, family and relationship issues? Are you trying to juggle it all and need some help with sorting through all the stressors? Please Email me to find out how I can help.
(347) 862-9065 View (347) 862-9065
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Merav Segal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LLB
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
My goal is to help you find your inner resources and strengths so that you can heal, grow, thrive and create the best life you envision for yourself. As a therapist I bring empathy, safety and compassion to my sessions with you, as well as an active, no-nonsense approach that cuts through to the real issues.
My goal is to help you find your inner resources and strengths so that you can heal, grow, thrive and create the best life you envision for yourself. As a therapist I bring empathy, safety and compassion to my sessions with you, as well as an active, no-nonsense approach that cuts through to the real issues.
(646) 759-0698 View (646) 759-0698
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Hannah I. Guz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019  (Online Only)
EFT is an attachment-based therapy that emphasizes how problematic patterns in relationships impact security and trust.
Dr. Guz is a clinical psychologist with specialized training in anxiety, depression, mood, and trauma-related disorders. Dr. Guz provides an empathic and safe environment where patients can process their joys and their pains, while moving towards their goals. Dr. Guz believes that each person is inherently worthy, and that in the process of being seen and understood, people are able to build insight and recognize their strengths. In sessions, Dr. Guz will help patients build practical skills to manage stress and address the unhelpful patterns in thinking and behaving that underpin suffering.
EFT is an attachment-based therapy that emphasizes how problematic patterns in relationships impact security and trust.
Dr. Guz is a clinical psychologist with specialized training in anxiety, depression, mood, and trauma-related disorders. Dr. Guz provides an empathic and safe environment where patients can process their joys and their pains, while moving towards their goals. Dr. Guz believes that each person is inherently worthy, and that in the process of being seen and understood, people are able to build insight and recognize their strengths. In sessions, Dr. Guz will help patients build practical skills to manage stress and address the unhelpful patterns in thinking and behaving that underpin suffering.
(347) 830-7191 View (347) 830-7191
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Dr. Olivia Mora-Lett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003  (Online Only)
I am a private psychotherapist that utilizes a holistic, person centered, strength-based approach to help you heal from inside-out, at your own pace, and own comfort level. I will help you resolve inner conflicts that affect your life and help you achieve life balance. I draw from various treatment approaches such as attachment based, CBT, Object Relations, and Psychodynamic psychotherapy. With over 16 years of clinical experience, my main goal is to offer you a consistent and predictable therapeutic space to help you achieve a more balanced life.
I am a private psychotherapist that utilizes a holistic, person centered, strength-based approach to help you heal from inside-out, at your own pace, and own comfort level. I will help you resolve inner conflicts that affect your life and help you achieve life balance. I draw from various treatment approaches such as attachment based, CBT, Object Relations, and Psychodynamic psychotherapy. With over 16 years of clinical experience, my main goal is to offer you a consistent and predictable therapeutic space to help you achieve a more balanced life.
(646) 820-9680 View (646) 820-9680
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Alex Valle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
I understand the impact that culture, traditional values, and generational trauma can have on our day to day functioning and our ability to form healthy/secure relationships. I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to identify behavior patterns keeping them stuck, learn to set healthy boundaries with others, and challenge negative thinking patterns. Using a psychodynamic and attachment-based approach, I offer a judgement free space to sort through the complexities of your relationships and feelings.
I understand the impact that culture, traditional values, and generational trauma can have on our day to day functioning and our ability to form healthy/secure relationships. I strive to work collaboratively with my clients to identify behavior patterns keeping them stuck, learn to set healthy boundaries with others, and challenge negative thinking patterns. Using a psychodynamic and attachment-based approach, I offer a judgement free space to sort through the complexities of your relationships and feelings.
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Sasha Hare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10019
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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Mandy Lam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCAT-LP, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10036  (Online Only)
Therapy can serve as a safe, nurturing, and nonjudgmental space to work through challenges in your everyday life. As a 1.5 generation immigrant, I specialize in working with BIPOC folx, specifically Asian-Americans, young working professionals, and mothers in the pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum period. As a psychotherapist and music therapist, my approach is warm, supportive, and caring. I practice from an attachment-based, psychodynamic, strength-based, and trauma-focused framework utilizing a combination of CBT, DBT, parts work, as well as EMDR, and will tailor my approach based on your needs and goals in therapy.
Therapy can serve as a safe, nurturing, and nonjudgmental space to work through challenges in your everyday life. As a 1.5 generation immigrant, I specialize in working with BIPOC folx, specifically Asian-Americans, young working professionals, and mothers in the pregnancy, prenatal and postpartum period. As a psychotherapist and music therapist, my approach is warm, supportive, and caring. I practice from an attachment-based, psychodynamic, strength-based, and trauma-focused framework utilizing a combination of CBT, DBT, parts work, as well as EMDR, and will tailor my approach based on your needs and goals in therapy.
(646) 974-9567 x733 View (646) 974-9567 x733
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Aya Dzen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a decade of experience in providing therapy for individuals and couples. I seek to create a space that is safe, non-judgemental and authentic, and am present with you as a helper in your process of healing and change. My scope of work includes relationship issues, challenges with emotional and physical intimacy, anxious cycles of thinking, feeling disconnected from one's self or others, feelings of ‘stuckness’ and/or difficulty in life transitions. In therapy we will practice tuning into your feelings, thoughts and beliefs that can help guide you.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a decade of experience in providing therapy for individuals and couples. I seek to create a space that is safe, non-judgemental and authentic, and am present with you as a helper in your process of healing and change. My scope of work includes relationship issues, challenges with emotional and physical intimacy, anxious cycles of thinking, feeling disconnected from one's self or others, feelings of ‘stuckness’ and/or difficulty in life transitions. In therapy we will practice tuning into your feelings, thoughts and beliefs that can help guide you.
(718) 619-4906 View (718) 619-4906
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Lorraine Caputo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I have 30 years of experience as a psychodynamic psychotherapist and provide a warm and safe environment for patients who want to change how they think and feel about their lives and their relationships. I work with young adults, adults, and couples. I am trained in Relational/Interpersonal Psychoanalysis, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) (a short-term treatment for depression which focuses on relationships) and attachment-based EMDR for the treatment of Trauma. I believe in the ability of individuals to make changes in their lives and to transform themselves through insight, relationships, and through their own innate abilities
I have 30 years of experience as a psychodynamic psychotherapist and provide a warm and safe environment for patients who want to change how they think and feel about their lives and their relationships. I work with young adults, adults, and couples. I am trained in Relational/Interpersonal Psychoanalysis, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) (a short-term treatment for depression which focuses on relationships) and attachment-based EMDR for the treatment of Trauma. I believe in the ability of individuals to make changes in their lives and to transform themselves through insight, relationships, and through their own innate abilities
(347) 334-5272 View (347) 334-5272
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Elizabeth M. Studwell
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
I utilize an integration of psychodynamics, CBT/DBT, family-systems, attachment-based trauma psychotherapy, AEDP, DDP and parent coaching.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise providing individual and family psychotherapy from an attachment based lens. I love what I do and am passionate about supporting children, families, and adults as they traverse life's challenges. I believe everyone is unique and deserves highly attuned support when life's struggles present themselves. I consider therapy a positive outlet to discuss, explore, and foster new aspects of our lives. I utilize a powerful combination of evidence-based and attachment-focused interventions and work in a collaborative way helping empower individuals and families reach their goals.
I utilize an integration of psychodynamics, CBT/DBT, family-systems, attachment-based trauma psychotherapy, AEDP, DDP and parent coaching.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise providing individual and family psychotherapy from an attachment based lens. I love what I do and am passionate about supporting children, families, and adults as they traverse life's challenges. I believe everyone is unique and deserves highly attuned support when life's struggles present themselves. I consider therapy a positive outlet to discuss, explore, and foster new aspects of our lives. I utilize a powerful combination of evidence-based and attachment-focused interventions and work in a collaborative way helping empower individuals and families reach their goals.
(646) 307-1931 View (646) 307-1931
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Heather Mauro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10002
My name is Heather Mauro, and I’m a licensed clinical social worker with twenty-five years of clinical experience. I enjoy working with adults as they move through various life stages. I focus on issues such as Adoption, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Parenting. I utilize Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Systems, Narrative, and Strength-Based Therapies. I believe strongly in the power of connection, connecting to your authentic self, establishing meaningful relationships, and igniting your passion.
My name is Heather Mauro, and I’m a licensed clinical social worker with twenty-five years of clinical experience. I enjoy working with adults as they move through various life stages. I focus on issues such as Adoption, Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Parenting. I utilize Attachment-based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Family Systems, Narrative, and Strength-Based Therapies. I believe strongly in the power of connection, connecting to your authentic self, establishing meaningful relationships, and igniting your passion.
(315) 803-1518 View (315) 803-1518
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Ashley Mead
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10123  (Online Only)
With relationships at the core of the human emotional experience, I believe connection is the foundation of our motivation. It is a safe, judgment-free relationship that holds the power to elicit change. As a trained relational therapist, my approach is attachment-based and integrates techniques from a variety of psychological theories to build a strong interpersonal foundation that is the catalyst for change. Areas of special interest and focus include anxiety, life transitions, fertility & perinatal mental health, relationship issues and relational trauma.
With relationships at the core of the human emotional experience, I believe connection is the foundation of our motivation. It is a safe, judgment-free relationship that holds the power to elicit change. As a trained relational therapist, my approach is attachment-based and integrates techniques from a variety of psychological theories to build a strong interpersonal foundation that is the catalyst for change. Areas of special interest and focus include anxiety, life transitions, fertility & perinatal mental health, relationship issues and relational trauma.
(646) 825-6547 View (646) 825-6547
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Anna Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10036  (Online Only)
I draw on psychodynamic, CBT, and attachment-based treatment modalities.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, strength-based, and client-centered. I believe in the healing power that exists within each individual, which is nurtured and strengthened within the context of our therapeutic relationship. I work with children, adults, and families who are facing complex struggles, including: parent-child relationship issues, transition to parenthood, postpartum difficulties, life transitions, behavior challenges, depression, anxiety, and more. My style is warm, empathic, and compassionate, and I work to create a safe environment to help you better understand and address the challenges you are facing.
I draw on psychodynamic, CBT, and attachment-based treatment modalities.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, strength-based, and client-centered. I believe in the healing power that exists within each individual, which is nurtured and strengthened within the context of our therapeutic relationship. I work with children, adults, and families who are facing complex struggles, including: parent-child relationship issues, transition to parenthood, postpartum difficulties, life transitions, behavior challenges, depression, anxiety, and more. My style is warm, empathic, and compassionate, and I work to create a safe environment to help you better understand and address the challenges you are facing.
(617) 819-0204 View (617) 819-0204
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Rachel L Christensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10013
I work relationally and psychodynamically with an attachment-based lens, which means that I care about how your issues from past experiences and relationships are impacting you today.
Getting a new therapist can be intimidating and—let's be real—a major pain. I'm so glad you've found me. I bring compassion, humor, and warmth to our sessions. I ask that you bring your whole self, whatever that means on any given day. Together, we'll explore and stay curious about how you see and understand the world.
I work relationally and psychodynamically with an attachment-based lens, which means that I care about how your issues from past experiences and relationships are impacting you today.
Getting a new therapist can be intimidating and—let's be real—a major pain. I'm so glad you've found me. I bring compassion, humor, and warmth to our sessions. I ask that you bring your whole self, whatever that means on any given day. Together, we'll explore and stay curious about how you see and understand the world.
(908) 738-9539 View (908) 738-9539
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Stephanie Carlson, Ph.D
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
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
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.