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Rebecca Norman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monticello, NY 12701  (Online Only)
I am a warm, nonjudgmental psychotherapist and have been working with adults, and families for the past 12 years. Clients may begin therapy feeling anxious, hopeless, or just generally "stuck" in unhelpful patterns of behavior. Some may be struggling with relationships or doubting their own self-worth. I help clients gain clarity into their struggles and help them to unlock their "best self" potential, allowing them to feel more empowered with a renewed sense of purpose.
I am a warm, nonjudgmental psychotherapist and have been working with adults, and families for the past 12 years. Clients may begin therapy feeling anxious, hopeless, or just generally "stuck" in unhelpful patterns of behavior. Some may be struggling with relationships or doubting their own self-worth. I help clients gain clarity into their struggles and help them to unlock their "best self" potential, allowing them to feel more empowered with a renewed sense of purpose.
(631) 309-2448 View (631) 309-2448
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Brandon Knopp
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monticello, NY 12701  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I help my clients navigate their experiences with relationship challenges, life transitions, losses, feelings of emptiness, feelings of loneliness, lack of direction, unexpected new life stressors, and the depression, anxiety and behavioral patterns that often appears alongside these challenges. I believe that inside many of these presenting problems and symptoms lies information needed for your growth. In therapy, we use these presenting circumstances as a jumping off point, and together, dive into a deeper exploration about how you became who you are and about how you are looking to grow.
I help my clients navigate their experiences with relationship challenges, life transitions, losses, feelings of emptiness, feelings of loneliness, lack of direction, unexpected new life stressors, and the depression, anxiety and behavioral patterns that often appears alongside these challenges. I believe that inside many of these presenting problems and symptoms lies information needed for your growth. In therapy, we use these presenting circumstances as a jumping off point, and together, dive into a deeper exploration about how you became who you are and about how you are looking to grow.
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Christine Benson
LMSW, CTP
Verified Verified
Monticello, NY 12701
Not accepting new clients
Feeling anxious or depressed? Having a difficult time with overcoming obstacles in your life? I am passionate about helping you find a solution to live life and experience the happiness in all you are. I am committed to walk your journey with you and will provide a safe and nurturing experience for you step by step. Together, I will work with you towards a more joyful and meaningful purpose. My areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have over 18 years of experience as a therapist with successful outcomes with adults, families, couples, and children.
Feeling anxious or depressed? Having a difficult time with overcoming obstacles in your life? I am passionate about helping you find a solution to live life and experience the happiness in all you are. I am committed to walk your journey with you and will provide a safe and nurturing experience for you step by step. Together, I will work with you towards a more joyful and meaningful purpose. My areas of specialty are anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have over 18 years of experience as a therapist with successful outcomes with adults, families, couples, and children.
(845) 791-8800 View (845) 791-8800

Online Therapists

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Rachel Valencia
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Astoria, NY 11105  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients via telehealth! Struggling with your mental health can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it be depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or other mental health issues, I am here to help you understand where your issues have stemmed from, work on healing them, and learn new ways to cope and interact with your world. In working with me, you can expect to have a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your innerworld. I work with clients of all ages, and in individual, couple, or family modality.
Accepting new clients via telehealth! Struggling with your mental health can be difficult, but you don't have to do it alone. Whether it be depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, or other mental health issues, I am here to help you understand where your issues have stemmed from, work on healing them, and learn new ways to cope and interact with your world. In working with me, you can expect to have a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your innerworld. I work with clients of all ages, and in individual, couple, or family modality.
(718) 400-6205 View (718) 400-6205
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Emily Storm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11231
In my work with young children, I utilize a variety of attachment-based techniques, including floor time, dramatic play, and art therapy.
What are the stories we tell ourselves, about ourselves? Where do we learn them? Therapy is a great place to start creating new stories that are more aligned with your values and desires. I believe that healing happens in the relationship and approach therapy as a creative, collaborative experience between therapist and client, where humor, kindness, and self-expression are valued and encouraged. My areas of expertise include working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma and family conflict, though I work with individuals of all ages to help them manage the stressors of life and achieve greater self-awareness
In my work with young children, I utilize a variety of attachment-based techniques, including floor time, dramatic play, and art therapy.
What are the stories we tell ourselves, about ourselves? Where do we learn them? Therapy is a great place to start creating new stories that are more aligned with your values and desires. I believe that healing happens in the relationship and approach therapy as a creative, collaborative experience between therapist and client, where humor, kindness, and self-expression are valued and encouraged. My areas of expertise include working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma and family conflict, though I work with individuals of all ages to help them manage the stressors of life and achieve greater self-awareness
(646) 863-6478 View (646) 863-6478
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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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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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Hannah R Wertz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215  (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in substance use and trauma-related mental health concerns. I work from a psychodynamic and attachment-based perspective while drawing from my experience with a wide variety of treatment approaches, including harm reduction, CBT, Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention, and empirically validated treatments for PTSD. My focus is on building a supportive and non-judgmental therapeutic space in which we can investigate how early relationship models may inform current interpersonal patterns, with the goal of helping you to relate to others with greater flexibility and choice.
Hello! I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in substance use and trauma-related mental health concerns. I work from a psychodynamic and attachment-based perspective while drawing from my experience with a wide variety of treatment approaches, including harm reduction, CBT, Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention, and empirically validated treatments for PTSD. My focus is on building a supportive and non-judgmental therapeutic space in which we can investigate how early relationship models may inform current interpersonal patterns, with the goal of helping you to relate to others with greater flexibility and choice.
(855) 494-0528 View (855) 494-0528
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Carly Poczik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10128
I incorporate psychodynamic, attachment-based, mindfulness-based, and humanistic theories in my practice.
Many of us spend a long time running away from the true essence of ourselves. We abandon ourselves to be accepted by others or praised by a society that wants a specific version of us. This ultimately leads us with pain that we find various ways to numb. Together, we can explore, feel, and heal this pain.
I incorporate psychodynamic, attachment-based, mindfulness-based, and humanistic theories in my practice.
Many of us spend a long time running away from the true essence of ourselves. We abandon ourselves to be accepted by others or praised by a society that wants a specific version of us. This ultimately leads us with pain that we find various ways to numb. Together, we can explore, feel, and heal this pain.
(646) 849-6757 View (646) 849-6757
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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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Dr. Natalie Zaragoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10013
Welcome! I am a psychotherapist striving to deliver high-quality therapy that is holistic and tailored to you. My priority is providing a safe and comfortable therapeutic relationship. This foundation is the groundwork that allows my clients to take risks in therapy and discuss what is really getting in the way of the life they want to lead. Therapy with me means going beyond the surface of thoughts and behaviors to access underlying emotions that are often at the root of feeling stuck. As an attachment-based therapist, I help my clients explore their relationships and their emotional and behavioral patterns.
Welcome! I am a psychotherapist striving to deliver high-quality therapy that is holistic and tailored to you. My priority is providing a safe and comfortable therapeutic relationship. This foundation is the groundwork that allows my clients to take risks in therapy and discuss what is really getting in the way of the life they want to lead. Therapy with me means going beyond the surface of thoughts and behaviors to access underlying emotions that are often at the root of feeling stuck. As an attachment-based therapist, I help my clients explore their relationships and their emotional and behavioral patterns.
(949) 558-2547 View (949) 558-2547
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Amber Schlitter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011  (Online Only)
Are you looking for freedom from the ties that food, weight, body image and diet culture have on you? Eating disorders can be isolating and lonely, but they don't need to control your life any more. Recovery is hard, but it doesn’t have to be done alone. I help clients to build a life worth living, that feels meaningful, and help them to reclaim their voice in the world, free from the reign of food, anxiety and/or depression. My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship that is a trusting and collaborative alliance to support you in becoming the person you want to be, by working through the things that hold you back.
Are you looking for freedom from the ties that food, weight, body image and diet culture have on you? Eating disorders can be isolating and lonely, but they don't need to control your life any more. Recovery is hard, but it doesn’t have to be done alone. I help clients to build a life worth living, that feels meaningful, and help them to reclaim their voice in the world, free from the reign of food, anxiety and/or depression. My goal is to create a therapeutic relationship that is a trusting and collaborative alliance to support you in becoming the person you want to be, by working through the things that hold you back.
(916) 546-4429 View (916) 546-4429
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Andrea Sioris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10065  (Online Only)
Using a psychodynamic, relational and attachment-based approach, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, people pleasing/niceness, codependency and relationship challenges.
Do you want to change how you feel, old patterns that are no longer serving you or your relationships with others? I am here to help you create meaningful and positive change in your life. Sessions will be collaborative, warm and nonjudgmental as we work together to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I offer support, insight and practical, evidence-based tools to help you move forward and enable self-awareness from within.
Using a psychodynamic, relational and attachment-based approach, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, people pleasing/niceness, codependency and relationship challenges.
Do you want to change how you feel, old patterns that are no longer serving you or your relationships with others? I am here to help you create meaningful and positive change in your life. Sessions will be collaborative, warm and nonjudgmental as we work together to help you achieve your therapeutic goals. I offer support, insight and practical, evidence-based tools to help you move forward and enable self-awareness from within.
(646) 542-0128 View (646) 542-0128
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Goldi Srebro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11204
I am trained in EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and use an attachment-based approach, as well as ACT and skill-based approaches as needed.
Imagine how you'd like to be in a year from now. Take a moment; I'll wait... Would you like to feel more alive, more energized, and at peace with yourself and those around you? Would you like to let go of the heavy boulders of anxiety, panic, anger, depression, and trauma symptoms? My goal is to join you on your journey to healing and help you achieve your vision. Why don't we chat for a few minutes, so you can see if this is the right choice for you? I look forward to getting to know you!
I am trained in EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and use an attachment-based approach, as well as ACT and skill-based approaches as needed.
Imagine how you'd like to be in a year from now. Take a moment; I'll wait... Would you like to feel more alive, more energized, and at peace with yourself and those around you? Would you like to let go of the heavy boulders of anxiety, panic, anger, depression, and trauma symptoms? My goal is to join you on your journey to healing and help you achieve your vision. Why don't we chat for a few minutes, so you can see if this is the right choice for you? I look forward to getting to know you!
(718) 215-9969 View (718) 215-9969
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Andrew Reidenbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I approach therapy with curiosity, connection, insight, compassion, and a splash of humor. I aim to create an environment where you can feel safe to explore, discover and embrace your truest and highest self. I believe an essential task of therapy is to foster reflection in order to develop self-awareness, leading to a greater ability to effectively navigate life. I primarily practice through a relational and attachment-based psychodynamic lens. I believe that the relationship dynamics you have with yourself, others, and the world are the primary factors in both emotional well-being and emotional distress.
I approach therapy with curiosity, connection, insight, compassion, and a splash of humor. I aim to create an environment where you can feel safe to explore, discover and embrace your truest and highest self. I believe an essential task of therapy is to foster reflection in order to develop self-awareness, leading to a greater ability to effectively navigate life. I primarily practice through a relational and attachment-based psychodynamic lens. I believe that the relationship dynamics you have with yourself, others, and the world are the primary factors in both emotional well-being and emotional distress.
(347) 836-4099 View (347) 836-4099
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Authenticity Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC-NY, LPC-NJ, NCC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10021  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Using evidence-based, trauma-informed modalities, such as EMDR, and attachment-based approaches, I help adults identify negative core beliefs they may hold about themselves so they can replace them with more reality-based perspectives and insights.
What’s keeping you from living the life you envision? Let’s figure that out together. Everyone can benefit from counseling to get through a rough time, a life transition, relationship difficulties or a break-up, a job loss or big promotion, present and past traumas, family conflict, aging, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, difficulty with boundaries, and more. If you’re willing to uncover what's getting in your way, I can help you break through barriers, let go of what weighs you down, develop better coping skills, tap into your strengths, and live more authentically.
Using evidence-based, trauma-informed modalities, such as EMDR, and attachment-based approaches, I help adults identify negative core beliefs they may hold about themselves so they can replace them with more reality-based perspectives and insights.
What’s keeping you from living the life you envision? Let’s figure that out together. Everyone can benefit from counseling to get through a rough time, a life transition, relationship difficulties or a break-up, a job loss or big promotion, present and past traumas, family conflict, aging, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, difficulty with boundaries, and more. If you’re willing to uncover what's getting in your way, I can help you break through barriers, let go of what weighs you down, develop better coping skills, tap into your strengths, and live more authentically.
(718) 395-5268 View (718) 395-5268
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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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Laura Marker
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215  (Online Only)
I believe that therapy is a space for us to tackle life’s difficulties as well as celebrate life, find joy, and build self-compassion. I provide empathic, nonjudgmental psychotherapy, focused on deepening a sense of self-awareness, gaining insight into your emotional experiences, and empowering you to live a more fulfilling life. My therapeutic approach is rooted in relational and attachment-based theories. I frequently use humanistic, and behavioral interventions tailored to meet the needs of the individual or couple I am working with. I strive to create authentic and collaborative relationships with everyone I work with.
I believe that therapy is a space for us to tackle life’s difficulties as well as celebrate life, find joy, and build self-compassion. I provide empathic, nonjudgmental psychotherapy, focused on deepening a sense of self-awareness, gaining insight into your emotional experiences, and empowering you to live a more fulfilling life. My therapeutic approach is rooted in relational and attachment-based theories. I frequently use humanistic, and behavioral interventions tailored to meet the needs of the individual or couple I am working with. I strive to create authentic and collaborative relationships with everyone I work with.
(347) 754-3357 View (347) 754-3357
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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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Diana Jeanne Feldman
LCAT, BCT, MA
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Do you struggle with challenging emotions or symptoms of trauma? With over 30 years experience working with children, teens and adults, my attachment based approach combines didactic and somatic approaches to best fit the needs of every client. Children need a safe and playful space to work through difficult issues. Expressive arts approaches and DBT methods are effective when words are not enough. My compassionate and down to earth process examines old patterns that no longer serve you as you discover new empowered parts of yourself. We work on concrete tools to address issues such as anxiety, depression, and symptoms of trauma.
Do you struggle with challenging emotions or symptoms of trauma? With over 30 years experience working with children, teens and adults, my attachment based approach combines didactic and somatic approaches to best fit the needs of every client. Children need a safe and playful space to work through difficult issues. Expressive arts approaches and DBT methods are effective when words are not enough. My compassionate and down to earth process examines old patterns that no longer serve you as you discover new empowered parts of yourself. We work on concrete tools to address issues such as anxiety, depression, and symptoms of trauma.
(646) 971-1555 View (646) 971-1555
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.