Attachment-based Therapists in Arizona

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Morgan Liptak
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS-MFT, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85016
I use an attachment-based approach to provide couples counseling as well as to work with individuals working through relationship challenges.
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples who are navigating relational difficulties, life transitions, identity shifts, anxiety, and unprocessed trauma. I have found that many people in the millennial, young adult, and teen age range are experiencing a very unique set of challenges these days, often struggling to prioritize their mental health. Having faced many of these challenges myself, I get what it’s like to walk in your shoes and hope to offer guidance and support in your journey towards healing.
I use an attachment-based approach to provide couples counseling as well as to work with individuals working through relationship challenges.
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples who are navigating relational difficulties, life transitions, identity shifts, anxiety, and unprocessed trauma. I have found that many people in the millennial, young adult, and teen age range are experiencing a very unique set of challenges these days, often struggling to prioritize their mental health. Having faced many of these challenges myself, I get what it’s like to walk in your shoes and hope to offer guidance and support in your journey towards healing.
(480) 573-8089 View (480) 573-8089
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Karla Montijo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85712
My passion is supporting people in making sense of their circumstances and finding solutions to move forward on their path, in writing the rest of their story. I work with 5 to 10 year olds and young adults, 18 and over. Modalities I use are Trauma Informed strength based, CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, Attachment Based, Narrative, and Humanistic. I am bilingual and bicultural. I have immediate openings.
My passion is supporting people in making sense of their circumstances and finding solutions to move forward on their path, in writing the rest of their story. I work with 5 to 10 year olds and young adults, 18 and over. Modalities I use are Trauma Informed strength based, CBT, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, Attachment Based, Narrative, and Humanistic. I am bilingual and bicultural. I have immediate openings.
(520) 727-3183 View (520) 727-3183
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Clare Graff
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT, MS MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
I utilize mindfulness, attachment-based, and trauma-informed approaches to explore behavioral patterns, identify emotional needs, and process past/present hardships.
I believe that life is made to be lived to the fullest and am passionate to work with those who are facing obstacles that have made it feel impossible to do so! I specialize in working with teens, young adults, individuals, and couples towards increasing a strong sense of self and utilizing that to strengthen their relationships. My common areas of focus include life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, grief/loss identity development and anxiety/depression. My clients are the experts of their lives and I am there to aid in the processing of their story to provide positive change and hope.
I utilize mindfulness, attachment-based, and trauma-informed approaches to explore behavioral patterns, identify emotional needs, and process past/present hardships.
I believe that life is made to be lived to the fullest and am passionate to work with those who are facing obstacles that have made it feel impossible to do so! I specialize in working with teens, young adults, individuals, and couples towards increasing a strong sense of self and utilizing that to strengthen their relationships. My common areas of focus include life transitions, relationship issues, trauma, grief/loss identity development and anxiety/depression. My clients are the experts of their lives and I am there to aid in the processing of their story to provide positive change and hope.
(480) 573-7088 x4 View (480) 573-7088 x4
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Georgia A Nelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, LMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
My goal is to provide a safe trusting environment to empower & motivate clients to explore issues in their lives that have contributed to the development of maladaptive thinking & behavior patterns. These patterns are often not recognized as problematic and can contribute to making "poor decisions" such as substance abuse, overeating, blaming, relationship problems etc.... By resolving these issues and changing these patterns clients can discover personal growth, happiness & improved satisfaction with their lives.
My goal is to provide a safe trusting environment to empower & motivate clients to explore issues in their lives that have contributed to the development of maladaptive thinking & behavior patterns. These patterns are often not recognized as problematic and can contribute to making "poor decisions" such as substance abuse, overeating, blaming, relationship problems etc.... By resolving these issues and changing these patterns clients can discover personal growth, happiness & improved satisfaction with their lives.
(402) 835-5773 View (402) 835-5773
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Gabrielle Lawrence Phd
Psychologist, PhD, MA, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
I am an attachment based psychologist. I specialize in traumatic loss, marriage and family, bereavement, Play therapy, Parenting coaching, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing, child, adolescents, and adult and relationship therapy. I am a solution-focused, brief therapist. The client sets the goals and we work collaboratively, using the skills and strategies mentioned above to achieve his or her goals. I try to create a warm, caring, safe relationship in which my client can discover his or her answers within. I also write evaluations and do expert, witnessing in wrongful death suits, for those who have lost a loved one
I am an attachment based psychologist. I specialize in traumatic loss, marriage and family, bereavement, Play therapy, Parenting coaching, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing, child, adolescents, and adult and relationship therapy. I am a solution-focused, brief therapist. The client sets the goals and we work collaboratively, using the skills and strategies mentioned above to achieve his or her goals. I try to create a warm, caring, safe relationship in which my client can discover his or her answers within. I also write evaluations and do expert, witnessing in wrongful death suits, for those who have lost a loved one
(480) 382-7963 View (480) 382-7963
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Matt Wheeler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85209
I see couples and individuals aged 16 and older working with betrayal trauma, sexual compulsivity, and building healthy relationships. I have a compassionate, attachment-based approach, but I am direct with my clients in an attempt to uncover barriers they have around connection and growth. I am a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT), and also have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). So that I can be the best couple's therapist, I am also currently training as a certified sex therapist.
I see couples and individuals aged 16 and older working with betrayal trauma, sexual compulsivity, and building healthy relationships. I have a compassionate, attachment-based approach, but I am direct with my clients in an attempt to uncover barriers they have around connection and growth. I am a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT), and also have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). So that I can be the best couple's therapist, I am also currently training as a certified sex therapist.
(480) 605-3413 View (480) 605-3413
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Lucy Beckner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85719
In addition to cognitive-behavioral approaches, we'll work with trauma-informed, attachment-based interventions, parts work, and reparenting tools.
As your therapist, I hope to create a non-judgmental, supportive space for healing and growth. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, shame, addiction, troubling relationships, or low-self-esteem - change is possible. In therapy, you will cultivate a more compassionate relationship with yourself and learn to honor your needs and desires. You will cultivate greater authenticity, create healthier relationships, and make choices that align with your values. You will be able to process past and present difficulties and will leave your sessions feeling more grounded and purposeful.
In addition to cognitive-behavioral approaches, we'll work with trauma-informed, attachment-based interventions, parts work, and reparenting tools.
As your therapist, I hope to create a non-judgmental, supportive space for healing and growth. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, shame, addiction, troubling relationships, or low-self-esteem - change is possible. In therapy, you will cultivate a more compassionate relationship with yourself and learn to honor your needs and desires. You will cultivate greater authenticity, create healthier relationships, and make choices that align with your values. You will be able to process past and present difficulties and will leave your sessions feeling more grounded and purposeful.
(520) 597-8280 View (520) 597-8280
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Veronica M Machado
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tucson, AZ 85745  (Online Only)
This includes specific training in trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR and in mindfulness and attachment-based techniques.
My name is Veronica Machado, I am a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor serving adults and teenagers in the Tucson area. My therapy practice is supportive and kind, and my purpose is to help you find meaning, navigate changes, heal and come back to yourself. Therapy is a space where you are not judged or stereotyped for your identities. I am currently seeing clients via telehealth.
This includes specific training in trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR and in mindfulness and attachment-based techniques.
My name is Veronica Machado, I am a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor serving adults and teenagers in the Tucson area. My therapy practice is supportive and kind, and my purpose is to help you find meaning, navigate changes, heal and come back to yourself. Therapy is a space where you are not judged or stereotyped for your identities. I am currently seeing clients via telehealth.
(520) 867-9727 View (520) 867-9727
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Heidi Cowell
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Tucson, AZ 85742
My therapeutic approach is relational, trauma-informed, and attachment-based.
Life can be hard and that is part of the reality that comes with being human. But sometimes even our best effort to move past difficulty falls short. And when our stories do not get listened to or honored, it can create a deep sense of aloneness. Therapy is a relationship where we collaborate to listen to you, the client, in order to find solutions within the particularity of your own story. Whether you are dealing with the difficulties of family or other relationships, the demands of work and school, or struggling with personal or faith issues, counseling can be a powerful way to get back on your feet.
My therapeutic approach is relational, trauma-informed, and attachment-based.
Life can be hard and that is part of the reality that comes with being human. But sometimes even our best effort to move past difficulty falls short. And when our stories do not get listened to or honored, it can create a deep sense of aloneness. Therapy is a relationship where we collaborate to listen to you, the client, in order to find solutions within the particularity of your own story. Whether you are dealing with the difficulties of family or other relationships, the demands of work and school, or struggling with personal or faith issues, counseling can be a powerful way to get back on your feet.
(520) 210-5829 x712 View (520) 210-5829 x712
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Jacob Ybarra
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85210
From the cradle to the grave, we are wired for connection. I view mental health challenges to be a byproduct of disconnection. No matter where you are in life, I will meet you there! I consider myself to be attachment-based, emotionally-focused, and trauma-informed. Imbalanced and unpredictable experiences in the absence of emotional safety can leave us stuck with a negative self-view, as well as feelings of inadequacy and unimportance. Rest assured, I am safe, secure, and reliable as your therapist. You can expect significant self-development and growth working with me. Therapy is a place for transformation: both doing and undoing.
From the cradle to the grave, we are wired for connection. I view mental health challenges to be a byproduct of disconnection. No matter where you are in life, I will meet you there! I consider myself to be attachment-based, emotionally-focused, and trauma-informed. Imbalanced and unpredictable experiences in the absence of emotional safety can leave us stuck with a negative self-view, as well as feelings of inadequacy and unimportance. Rest assured, I am safe, secure, and reliable as your therapist. You can expect significant self-development and growth working with me. Therapy is a place for transformation: both doing and undoing.
(928) 285-6013 x1008 View (928) 285-6013 x1008
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Cynthia Ramos
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Welcome, I'm delighted that you've embarked on this journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing. I would be honored to provide you with a safe space to work towards your healing and transformation. As a Latinx therapist, I am passionate about serving the Spanish-speaking community and helping to lessen the stigma of accessing mental health services. I am equally as passionate about working with children, teens, and their families so that they may overcome any challenges they are facing. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families using a variety of evidence-based methods that are tailored to you.
Welcome, I'm delighted that you've embarked on this journey of self-discovery, growth, and healing. I would be honored to provide you with a safe space to work towards your healing and transformation. As a Latinx therapist, I am passionate about serving the Spanish-speaking community and helping to lessen the stigma of accessing mental health services. I am equally as passionate about working with children, teens, and their families so that they may overcome any challenges they are facing. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families using a variety of evidence-based methods that are tailored to you.
(623) 288-0419 View (623) 288-0419
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Lisa Galper
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
My passion is to collaborate with clients to improve their lives, gain insight and new perspectives, and assist them in removing unwanted barriers so they can confidently make desired life changes. I provide treatment and counseling for emotional eating and binge eating, anxiety, trauma resolution, borderline personality disorder, psychology of weight loss, improving self esteem, depression, healing shame, relationship issues, stress management, and health enhancement.
My passion is to collaborate with clients to improve their lives, gain insight and new perspectives, and assist them in removing unwanted barriers so they can confidently make desired life changes. I provide treatment and counseling for emotional eating and binge eating, anxiety, trauma resolution, borderline personality disorder, psychology of weight loss, improving self esteem, depression, healing shame, relationship issues, stress management, and health enhancement.
(480) 264-6546 View (480) 264-6546
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Jennifer Redwitz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85207
My approach is experiential, attachment-based, and trauma-informed.
If you find yourself and/or your child feeling stuck, hopeless, overwhelmed, or lost, you don't have to struggle on your own. You also don't have to relive the past or feel blamed and/or shamed to overcome the past. This is a safe and welcoming place for individuals, couples, and families to heal. Therapy can also include fun, creative, bonding, and restorative moments, where everyone feels welcome, seen, safe, and accepted. My goal is to help create deeply connected, safe, and supportive experiences where my clients can heal, grow, and create the life and the relationships that they've always wanted.
My approach is experiential, attachment-based, and trauma-informed.
If you find yourself and/or your child feeling stuck, hopeless, overwhelmed, or lost, you don't have to struggle on your own. You also don't have to relive the past or feel blamed and/or shamed to overcome the past. This is a safe and welcoming place for individuals, couples, and families to heal. Therapy can also include fun, creative, bonding, and restorative moments, where everyone feels welcome, seen, safe, and accepted. My goal is to help create deeply connected, safe, and supportive experiences where my clients can heal, grow, and create the life and the relationships that they've always wanted.
(928) 569-8180 View (928) 569-8180
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Evette Mei
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LGBTQIA
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85382  (Online Only)
My specialties include working with the LGBTQ+ community, both adults and couples. I use an eclectic and affirming approach to support your whole self. I am passionate about serving historically marginalized communities experiencing stressful relationship dynamics or trauma.
My specialties include working with the LGBTQ+ community, both adults and couples. I use an eclectic and affirming approach to support your whole self. I am passionate about serving historically marginalized communities experiencing stressful relationship dynamics or trauma.
(623) 303-7859 View (623) 303-7859
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Valerie Southwick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85204
Connection is the most basic human need. Our survival is dependent on whether or not we have someone we can turn to when we are most vulnerable. We experience disconnection as: death, divorce, conflict, betrayal, loneliness. I can guide you on your journey of securing satisfying and nurturing relationships or strengthening and rebuilding existing relationships . I have experience working with sexual & intimacy issues, sex addiction, pornography and affair recovery. I can help you repair and reconnect with whomever matters the most in your life or find and create new lasting, healthy relationships. I help individuals and couples find greater happiness improve their lives.
Connection is the most basic human need. Our survival is dependent on whether or not we have someone we can turn to when we are most vulnerable. We experience disconnection as: death, divorce, conflict, betrayal, loneliness. I can guide you on your journey of securing satisfying and nurturing relationships or strengthening and rebuilding existing relationships . I have experience working with sexual & intimacy issues, sex addiction, pornography and affair recovery. I can help you repair and reconnect with whomever matters the most in your life or find and create new lasting, healthy relationships. I help individuals and couples find greater happiness improve their lives.
(480) 739-3788 View (480) 739-3788
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Emily Coops
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Waitlist for new clients
Although I primarily practice through a psychodynamic foundation, I offer approaches that support healing from trauma through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), as well as creating healthier relationships through Attachment-Based Therapy, and helping you manage and break free from eating disorders through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
If you are here, I imagine you may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or you are unsure what you may be feeling. Whether you have been to therapy before or considering trying it for the first time, I am committed to helping you identify and remove the barriers of eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions, relationship issues, and problematic sexual behaviors. I will work with you to remove these barriers by establishing a safe, empathetic, and supportive environment. In addition, I will work to facilitate a strong therapeutic relationship, which I find to be a catalyst of change.
Although I primarily practice through a psychodynamic foundation, I offer approaches that support healing from trauma through Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), as well as creating healthier relationships through Attachment-Based Therapy, and helping you manage and break free from eating disorders through Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
If you are here, I imagine you may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or you are unsure what you may be feeling. Whether you have been to therapy before or considering trying it for the first time, I am committed to helping you identify and remove the barriers of eating disorders, trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction, life transitions, relationship issues, and problematic sexual behaviors. I will work with you to remove these barriers by establishing a safe, empathetic, and supportive environment. In addition, I will work to facilitate a strong therapeutic relationship, which I find to be a catalyst of change.
(312) 578-9990 View (312) 578-9990
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Holly Nelson
Counselor, MS, LPC, CMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gilbert, AZ 85296
I strive to empower each client to find and use new awareness to enhance and change their lives. I provide empathy, support, knowledge, and experience to guide my clients through the process of change. As a counselor, I care deeply for my clients and I will bring all of my knowledge and skills to assist you in making the changes you wish to make. I practice with a focus on person-centered therapy and attachment-based theory to explain and understand human behavior. I am trained in EMDR, RTEP/GTEP, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I am working towards additional certifications in EMDR, EFT, and sex therapy.
I strive to empower each client to find and use new awareness to enhance and change their lives. I provide empathy, support, knowledge, and experience to guide my clients through the process of change. As a counselor, I care deeply for my clients and I will bring all of my knowledge and skills to assist you in making the changes you wish to make. I practice with a focus on person-centered therapy and attachment-based theory to explain and understand human behavior. I am trained in EMDR, RTEP/GTEP, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. I am working towards additional certifications in EMDR, EFT, and sex therapy.
(480) 405-1531 View (480) 405-1531
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Silver Lining Psychotherapy
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BHP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Have you ever considered the root causes behind your life difficulties? Many of these may have originated from past traumatic events. If you are a person experiencing these types of difficulties please call so we can talk. At Silver Lining Psychotherapy, Angela is a Licensed Professional Counselor and enjoys providing treatment, assessment, counseling, and consulting services to a diverse population of individuals in the community.
Have you ever considered the root causes behind your life difficulties? Many of these may have originated from past traumatic events. If you are a person experiencing these types of difficulties please call so we can talk. At Silver Lining Psychotherapy, Angela is a Licensed Professional Counselor and enjoys providing treatment, assessment, counseling, and consulting services to a diverse population of individuals in the community.
(480) 405-7983 View (480) 405-7983
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Kiara Parker
Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85048
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment-Based Therapy, Play-Based Therapy, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Hi! I'm Kiara, a Mental Health Counselor at Evolve Counseling. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your or your family's healing journey! I specialize in attachment-based therapy & parent-child therapy, empowering parents to connect with their children and help their children heal from childhood issues. I am equally passionate about supporting adults in healing from childhood trauma, attachment trauma, generational trauma, and strengthening relationships and boundaries. My goal is to provide a space where my client's feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported as they navigate their unique paths toward healing and well-being.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment-Based Therapy, Play-Based Therapy, Parent-Child Relationship Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Hi! I'm Kiara, a Mental Health Counselor at Evolve Counseling. Thank you for considering me to be a part of your or your family's healing journey! I specialize in attachment-based therapy & parent-child therapy, empowering parents to connect with their children and help their children heal from childhood issues. I am equally passionate about supporting adults in healing from childhood trauma, attachment trauma, generational trauma, and strengthening relationships and boundaries. My goal is to provide a space where my client's feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported as they navigate their unique paths toward healing and well-being.
(480) 906-3277 View (480) 906-3277
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Amy Wesson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MAS, LAMFT, CCLS
Verified Verified
Gilbert, AZ 85296
I utilize attachment-based, and trauma-informed, mindfulness approaches to explore behavioral patterns, identify emotional needs, and process past/present hardships.
I create a safe and comfortable environment where couples, families, teens and individuals can feel supported in their sharing, growth, and healing. As a Certified Child Life Specialist for Phoenix Children’s Hospital, I gained extensive experience supporting children and parents through in trauma, loss, diagnosis and life changes. I have worked with couples, parents, families, teens and children in many capacities over the last 20 years and look forward to supporting you. I believe my clients are the experts of their lives and I am here to aid in the processing of their story, to provide positive change and hope.
I utilize attachment-based, and trauma-informed, mindfulness approaches to explore behavioral patterns, identify emotional needs, and process past/present hardships.
I create a safe and comfortable environment where couples, families, teens and individuals can feel supported in their sharing, growth, and healing. As a Certified Child Life Specialist for Phoenix Children’s Hospital, I gained extensive experience supporting children and parents through in trauma, loss, diagnosis and life changes. I have worked with couples, parents, families, teens and children in many capacities over the last 20 years and look forward to supporting you. I believe my clients are the experts of their lives and I am here to aid in the processing of their story, to provide positive change and hope.
(928) 451-7909 View (928) 451-7909
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.