Attachment-based Therapists in Rio Linda, CA

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Erika Lin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95843
My name is Erika Lin and I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that who we are today is shaped by our past experiences and relationships. I like to work with my clients to recognize, identify, and change patterns in their lives in order to work towards the life they wish to live! I come from a family systems-based background and I work with clients to identify and make changes in their relationships and environment to achieve long-lasting change. I often utilize a systems approach, such as structural family therapy. I also utilize an emotionally-focused and attachment-based approach to therapy.
My name is Erika Lin and I am a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that who we are today is shaped by our past experiences and relationships. I like to work with my clients to recognize, identify, and change patterns in their lives in order to work towards the life they wish to live! I come from a family systems-based background and I work with clients to identify and make changes in their relationships and environment to achieve long-lasting change. I often utilize a systems approach, such as structural family therapy. I also utilize an emotionally-focused and attachment-based approach to therapy.
(707) 943-5797 View (707) 943-5797
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Dania M Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95814
Some of my specialties include: children and families treating victims of abuse and neglect post-traumatic stress disorder, domestic violence, mood disorders, addiction attachment-based therapy and I'm adoption competent!.
Have you been feeling depressed, anxious or just overwhelmed with life? Are you ready for change? My goal as a therapist is to inspire motivation and purpose, and to support individuals and families in reaching their goals. when circumstances seem impossible, my aim is to help you find the tools you need to overcome life's challenges. I work diligently to empower individuals to look inward to find a sense of confidence and purpose. Watching people grow, while discovering their true selves and their life potential, is a very rewarding experience for me.
Some of my specialties include: children and families treating victims of abuse and neglect post-traumatic stress disorder, domestic violence, mood disorders, addiction attachment-based therapy and I'm adoption competent!.
Have you been feeling depressed, anxious or just overwhelmed with life? Are you ready for change? My goal as a therapist is to inspire motivation and purpose, and to support individuals and families in reaching their goals. when circumstances seem impossible, my aim is to help you find the tools you need to overcome life's challenges. I work diligently to empower individuals to look inward to find a sense of confidence and purpose. Watching people grow, while discovering their true selves and their life potential, is a very rewarding experience for me.
(424) 379-5249 View (424) 379-5249
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Jordan Robinson Pierce
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94204  (Online Only)
I also utilize TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, attachment-based grief approaches.
My primary experience focuses on adolescents, families, and individuals with trauma-based issues, depression, anxiety, and family dysfunction/conflict issues. I want my clients to be empowered throughout their therapy journey. We are capable of having big feelings AND doing hard things, such as facing our traumas or stress. Sometimes we feel stuck and don't know what to do, and that's where therapy is a great place to be; to learn insight to ourselves, create boundaries (with self and others), and experience all of what life has to offer.
I also utilize TF-CBT, CBT, DBT, attachment-based grief approaches.
My primary experience focuses on adolescents, families, and individuals with trauma-based issues, depression, anxiety, and family dysfunction/conflict issues. I want my clients to be empowered throughout their therapy journey. We are capable of having big feelings AND doing hard things, such as facing our traumas or stress. Sometimes we feel stuck and don't know what to do, and that's where therapy is a great place to be; to learn insight to ourselves, create boundaries (with self and others), and experience all of what life has to offer.
(559) 744-4326 View (559) 744-4326
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Victoria Moran
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 94206
Life can prove to be extremely difficult at times. However, it is these difficulties that can become incredible catalysts for deep healing and lasting change. I work with clients from an integrative & faith based approaches. This means that I intertwine a variety of modalities based on specific needs of a client with regards to the breadth of their life experience (i.e. mental, physical, cultural, faith).
Life can prove to be extremely difficult at times. However, it is these difficulties that can become incredible catalysts for deep healing and lasting change. I work with clients from an integrative & faith based approaches. This means that I intertwine a variety of modalities based on specific needs of a client with regards to the breadth of their life experience (i.e. mental, physical, cultural, faith).
(530) 296-6955 View (530) 296-6955
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Catriona Macrae
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
I view the path of therapy as a gentle exploration of the fullness of emotional experience, opening to suffering and grief as well as appreciation of the joyful moments. I offer an attachment based, holistic, and humanistic approach to therapy, seeing you as a complex whole person with the innate capacity to heal. Guided by compassion, curiosity, connection and courage within the therapeutic relationship, I work from a trauma-sensitive perspective and it is my intention to create a safe space for all races and cultures. I am allied with LGBTQIA+ folks and come from a sex positive perspective.
I view the path of therapy as a gentle exploration of the fullness of emotional experience, opening to suffering and grief as well as appreciation of the joyful moments. I offer an attachment based, holistic, and humanistic approach to therapy, seeing you as a complex whole person with the innate capacity to heal. Guided by compassion, curiosity, connection and courage within the therapeutic relationship, I work from a trauma-sensitive perspective and it is my intention to create a safe space for all races and cultures. I am allied with LGBTQIA+ folks and come from a sex positive perspective.
(530) 322-8883 View (530) 322-8883
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Luana Coloma Cook
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
I specialize in attachment-based approaches to child, family, and couples therapy.
I work with children, adolescents, parents, couples, and families. I am warm, real, and collaborative. If you and/or your family members choose to work with me, I'll endeavor to create an environment that feels safe enough for you to take risks, be authentic and make lasting changes. We'll work together to explore the dynamics that may inadvertently by contributing to a problem cycle, so that you can feel empowered to act in more preferred ways of being.
I specialize in attachment-based approaches to child, family, and couples therapy.
I work with children, adolescents, parents, couples, and families. I am warm, real, and collaborative. If you and/or your family members choose to work with me, I'll endeavor to create an environment that feels safe enough for you to take risks, be authentic and make lasting changes. We'll work together to explore the dynamics that may inadvertently by contributing to a problem cycle, so that you can feel empowered to act in more preferred ways of being.
(510) 401-3798 View (510) 401-3798
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Silva Sheklanian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95821
My name is Silva Sheklanian. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing out of California. My work focuses primarily on both trauma and attachment. I am EMDR trained as well as attachment-based trained. I am trauma-informed, as such my approach is very much client-centered. I use both CBT and EMDR in my sessions to support my clients toward their goals. I am also trained in Theraplay to support clients towards attachment building with family members (specifically their children).
My name is Silva Sheklanian. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing out of California. My work focuses primarily on both trauma and attachment. I am EMDR trained as well as attachment-based trained. I am trauma-informed, as such my approach is very much client-centered. I use both CBT and EMDR in my sessions to support my clients toward their goals. I am also trained in Theraplay to support clients towards attachment building with family members (specifically their children).
(916) 619-6280 View (916) 619-6280
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Raya Singh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825
My approach is rooted in attachment-based theory which means I help clients explore relationships and emotional patterns.
Welcome! As your therapist, I prioritize providing a warm and non-judgmental space to process life experiences. I work from a client-centered foundation where genuineness and warmth are central to healing. I enjoy working with individuals, teens, and couples who want to face and work through difficult problems to enhance their relationships. I have a special interest in grief and loss as well as intergenerational trauma. However, one of my greatest passions is empowering people who struggle with the stigma surrounding mental health and support services, particularly regarding their families and culture.
My approach is rooted in attachment-based theory which means I help clients explore relationships and emotional patterns.
Welcome! As your therapist, I prioritize providing a warm and non-judgmental space to process life experiences. I work from a client-centered foundation where genuineness and warmth are central to healing. I enjoy working with individuals, teens, and couples who want to face and work through difficult problems to enhance their relationships. I have a special interest in grief and loss as well as intergenerational trauma. However, one of my greatest passions is empowering people who struggle with the stigma surrounding mental health and support services, particularly regarding their families and culture.
(916) 354-6312 View (916) 354-6312
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Beth Laskosky
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, BS, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95821
I employ Experiential techniques and an Attachment-based lens to get to the core of negative beliefs that hold us back from being the person we want to be.
If you could embody all of your identities without shame and judgment - who would you be? Much of my work has been centered around transgender teens and queer individuals & couples. I enjoy working with all humans trying to navigate life with childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and identity formation. As a queer therapist, I understand the safety and security needed to create a healing relationship. I also assist with psychedelic integration for individuals processing the larger meanings derived from healing mystical experiences and life transitions.
I employ Experiential techniques and an Attachment-based lens to get to the core of negative beliefs that hold us back from being the person we want to be.
If you could embody all of your identities without shame and judgment - who would you be? Much of my work has been centered around transgender teens and queer individuals & couples. I enjoy working with all humans trying to navigate life with childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and identity formation. As a queer therapist, I understand the safety and security needed to create a healing relationship. I also assist with psychedelic integration for individuals processing the larger meanings derived from healing mystical experiences and life transitions.
(916) 269-5556 View (916) 269-5556
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Kyla M Ramirez
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MA, MS, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95814
My specialties include trauma-informed practice, working with survivors of abuse and neglect, working with LGBTQ+, post-traumatic stress disorder, domestic violence, childhood trauma, teens/young adults, attachment-based therapy, burnout and secondary traumatic stress.
Life can be incredibly difficult at times and can feel overwhelming. It is my goal to empower my clients to believe in themselves, inspire change, and to allow space for self-love. When feelings of depression and anxiety are barriers to achieving your goals, leaving you feeling unworthy of happiness, and effecting your relationships, I am here to assist you in cultivating a sense of purpose and confidence. I want to help my clients set goals for their future, find their happiness, and thrive. I am here to provide a space for you to be you- your authentic self without judgement.
My specialties include trauma-informed practice, working with survivors of abuse and neglect, working with LGBTQ+, post-traumatic stress disorder, domestic violence, childhood trauma, teens/young adults, attachment-based therapy, burnout and secondary traumatic stress.
Life can be incredibly difficult at times and can feel overwhelming. It is my goal to empower my clients to believe in themselves, inspire change, and to allow space for self-love. When feelings of depression and anxiety are barriers to achieving your goals, leaving you feeling unworthy of happiness, and effecting your relationships, I am here to assist you in cultivating a sense of purpose and confidence. I want to help my clients set goals for their future, find their happiness, and thrive. I am here to provide a space for you to be you- your authentic self without judgement.
(530) 631-3140 View (530) 631-3140
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Rachel Chavez, LCSW, PPS & Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PPS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 94203  (Online Only)
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work with a small team of amazing Associate Clinical Social Workers. Our specialties include working with children, teens and families, helping people of all ages heal from trauma and deal with stress and providing services including psychological evaluations for immigration cases. We also love working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people who have migrated and their families and folks who have overcome multiple layers of hardship.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Social Work with a small team of amazing Associate Clinical Social Workers. Our specialties include working with children, teens and families, helping people of all ages heal from trauma and deal with stress and providing services including psychological evaluations for immigration cases. We also love working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, people who have migrated and their families and folks who have overcome multiple layers of hardship.
(530) 643-4652 View (530) 643-4652
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Molly Paris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95819  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach tends to be eclectic, pulling from various Psychodynamic theoretical frameworks including Internal Family Systems, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, as well as DBT and CBT.
Sharing our inner experiences with someone can often feel frightening, which is exactly why I place such an importance on connection and acceptance in the therapeutic process. I aim to create a safe environment that will invite my clients to delve deeper into their personal narrative, as I truly believe we are not built to process emotions alone. As humans, we all have a propensity to grow and become our true selves, unfortunately we aren’t always gifted with the circumstances to allow it. I am passionate about creating a space for not only self-discovery and self acceptance, but to allow clients to feel seen, heard, and valued.
My therapeutic approach tends to be eclectic, pulling from various Psychodynamic theoretical frameworks including Internal Family Systems, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, as well as DBT and CBT.
Sharing our inner experiences with someone can often feel frightening, which is exactly why I place such an importance on connection and acceptance in the therapeutic process. I aim to create a safe environment that will invite my clients to delve deeper into their personal narrative, as I truly believe we are not built to process emotions alone. As humans, we all have a propensity to grow and become our true selves, unfortunately we aren’t always gifted with the circumstances to allow it. I am passionate about creating a space for not only self-discovery and self acceptance, but to allow clients to feel seen, heard, and valued.
(619) 658-8738 View (619) 658-8738
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The Attach Place, Neurofeedback, KAP
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95814
NEW! We are now providing Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy! Our mission: We provide expert attachment-based, trauma-informed services to those seeking emotional healing and wellness, lasting relationships, and loving family lives. "Love Matters" in every relationship. We practice therapy that way, too. At the center, we provide attachment therapies to treat individuals, couples, children, and families, with a specialty focus on adoption, relationships, and trauma recovery. We practice Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Flash Tech, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Theraplay, Dyadic Psychotherapy, Therapeutic Parenting, and Neurofeedback.
NEW! We are now providing Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy! Our mission: We provide expert attachment-based, trauma-informed services to those seeking emotional healing and wellness, lasting relationships, and loving family lives. "Love Matters" in every relationship. We practice therapy that way, too. At the center, we provide attachment therapies to treat individuals, couples, children, and families, with a specialty focus on adoption, relationships, and trauma recovery. We practice Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Flash Tech, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Theraplay, Dyadic Psychotherapy, Therapeutic Parenting, and Neurofeedback.
(916) 269-3522 View (916) 269-3522
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Madilyn Schweikert
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
I'm trauma-informed and attachment-based; this means that I believe our current experiences can improve by tending to earlier relationship experiences.
​I help creatives and sensitive folks go deep in their therapy work so they can experience joyful relationships, better intimacy, and less stress & anxiety. Can we love others if we don’t love ourselves? Well, yes. No one deeply loves themselves all the time. Therapy with me will help you feel more clear on your needs and more confidence in yourself; this can improve your life and your relationships. I work with couples and individuals at Sacramento's leading relationship therapy center. Schedule online at www.lovehealgrow.com.
I'm trauma-informed and attachment-based; this means that I believe our current experiences can improve by tending to earlier relationship experiences.
​I help creatives and sensitive folks go deep in their therapy work so they can experience joyful relationships, better intimacy, and less stress & anxiety. Can we love others if we don’t love ourselves? Well, yes. No one deeply loves themselves all the time. Therapy with me will help you feel more clear on your needs and more confidence in yourself; this can improve your life and your relationships. I work with couples and individuals at Sacramento's leading relationship therapy center. Schedule online at www.lovehealgrow.com.
(916) 794-3610 View (916) 794-3610
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Ryannah Tannarome
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678  (Online Only)
My name is Ryannah Tannarome. I welcome teens, adults, and families in my practice. I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, and relational dynamics in a holistic way. I believe that our past experiences, both positive and challenging, shape who we are. When those challenging patterns are stuck and hidden in the subconscious they can run our lives. My goal is to help clients explore their subconscious patterns and bring choice into the equation. I have a strong background supporting clients who have experienced trauma and struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
My name is Ryannah Tannarome. I welcome teens, adults, and families in my practice. I am passionate about working with individuals struggling with anxiety, trauma, and relational dynamics in a holistic way. I believe that our past experiences, both positive and challenging, shape who we are. When those challenging patterns are stuck and hidden in the subconscious they can run our lives. My goal is to help clients explore their subconscious patterns and bring choice into the equation. I have a strong background supporting clients who have experienced trauma and struggle with anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
(530) 430-3872 View (530) 430-3872
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Elizabeth Himsl-Elliott
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678
Some of the approaches that I work with are Attachment-Based, Experiential, Somatic, Existential, Family Systems, Trauma Informed, and Transpersonal.
Hi, I'm Beth, my name is Elizabeth Himsl-Elliott, most people call me Beth (she/her). I'm a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I love working with people as they are going through and integrating changes and/or when they want support in understanding and integrating experiences from the past. Understanding the impact of social and environmental systems on our emotional, physical, and spiritual health is important to acknowledge. All backgrounds and orientations are welcome. I provide a safe supportive space for people to increase coping skills, process experiences and emotions, and explore life transitions.
Some of the approaches that I work with are Attachment-Based, Experiential, Somatic, Existential, Family Systems, Trauma Informed, and Transpersonal.
Hi, I'm Beth, my name is Elizabeth Himsl-Elliott, most people call me Beth (she/her). I'm a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I love working with people as they are going through and integrating changes and/or when they want support in understanding and integrating experiences from the past. Understanding the impact of social and environmental systems on our emotional, physical, and spiritual health is important to acknowledge. All backgrounds and orientations are welcome. I provide a safe supportive space for people to increase coping skills, process experiences and emotions, and explore life transitions.
(323) 515-1785 View (323) 515-1785
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Marleni F. Tavarez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678
Ready to start therapy? Good to hear! As a therapist I am here to work with you collaboratively. In my practice I share with you what I've learned and what I see has helped client's I've worked with. I have over 15 years of experience working with children, youth, adults and families of diverse backgrounds; providing support, resources, short-term, long-term counseling/psychotherapy. As I’ve grown in my practice my niche has become more focused on working individually with adults; males, females. Empowering them individually to improve various areas of their life. Thank you in advance for considering our working together.
Ready to start therapy? Good to hear! As a therapist I am here to work with you collaboratively. In my practice I share with you what I've learned and what I see has helped client's I've worked with. I have over 15 years of experience working with children, youth, adults and families of diverse backgrounds; providing support, resources, short-term, long-term counseling/psychotherapy. As I’ve grown in my practice my niche has become more focused on working individually with adults; males, females. Empowering them individually to improve various areas of their life. Thank you in advance for considering our working together.
(916) 347-2992 View (916) 347-2992
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Amber Schlitter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95747  (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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Sean Kennedy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Citrus Heights, CA 95621
Welcome to my profile. I am Sean Kennedy LCSW. As a Licenced Clinical Social Worker, I come from a strengths-based approach. This means I will never ask what is wrong with you but instead, what is right with you. I work with a diverse range of clients. The most common kinds of clients with whom I work are people like you who are going through the muck and mire of life. We all know life can get really hectic and we just need someone to help sort it all out.
Welcome to my profile. I am Sean Kennedy LCSW. As a Licenced Clinical Social Worker, I come from a strengths-based approach. This means I will never ask what is wrong with you but instead, what is right with you. I work with a diverse range of clients. The most common kinds of clients with whom I work are people like you who are going through the muck and mire of life. We all know life can get really hectic and we just need someone to help sort it all out.
(661) 689-5275 View (661) 689-5275
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Rosa Di Lorenzo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95816
How would you like to live a vital, fulfilling life and reduce the effects of stress and anxiety that keep you stuck? I offer integrative mind/body approaches to health and wellness, including ACT and Mindfulness-based psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, a tailored use of meditation and body awareness techniques, suggestions for lifestyle adjustments, and emphasis on Being in the moment. I am also interested in existential issues like aging, transitions and losses, relationships/communication problems, and managing changes. Being mother tongue Italian, I am happy to offer bilingual services to Italian-speaking clients.
How would you like to live a vital, fulfilling life and reduce the effects of stress and anxiety that keep you stuck? I offer integrative mind/body approaches to health and wellness, including ACT and Mindfulness-based psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing, a tailored use of meditation and body awareness techniques, suggestions for lifestyle adjustments, and emphasis on Being in the moment. I am also interested in existential issues like aging, transitions and losses, relationships/communication problems, and managing changes. Being mother tongue Italian, I am happy to offer bilingual services to Italian-speaking clients.
(916) 525-8595 View (916) 525-8595

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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.