Attachment-based Treatment Centers in Utah

BYU Comprehensive Clinic
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Provo, UT 84604
The BYU Comprehensive Clinic offers community mental health services for individuals, couples, and families. Services are available to all members of the community and include formal psychological assessments and individual, couple, premarital, and family therapy. As a cutting-edge research and training facility, our therapists are graduate student interns, closely supervised by licensed clinicians.
The BYU Comprehensive Clinic offers community mental health services for individuals, couples, and families. Services are available to all members of the community and include formal psychological assessments and individual, couple, premarital, and family therapy. As a cutting-edge research and training facility, our therapists are graduate student interns, closely supervised by licensed clinicians.
(385) 247-0252 View (385) 247-0252
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TherapyUtah
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Lehi, UT 84043
We are Utah's mental health and relationship experts. We help individuals, couples, and families overcome various mental health and relationship struggles, including trauma, trust betrayal, and addiction-based relationship struggles. We are amongst Utah's leading experts in treating sex addiction, compulsive pornography use, and relational-based traumas (betrayal trauma or relationship PTSD). Our expertly trained therapists help individuals and couples in setting healthy boundaries, implementing healthy lifestyle changes, repairing and rebuilding trust and healthy attachments, and facilitating full disclosures of betrayal and addictions. Our therapists are trained in proven therapeutic methodologies (such as EMDR, ART, IFS, etc.) to ensure you, your partner, and your family experience real healing and results. We also help those who struggle with depression, anxiety, faith transitions, relational or life crisis, other addictions, mental and emotional traumas (PTSD), behavioral and emotional issues and disorders (and more). Therapy Utah is committed to helping people of all identities, genders, and ages in a safe and specialized therapeutic space (in-person or online).
We are Utah's mental health and relationship experts. We help individuals, couples, and families overcome various mental health and relationship struggles, including trauma, trust betrayal, and addiction-based relationship struggles. We are amongst Utah's leading experts in treating sex addiction, compulsive pornography use, and relational-based traumas (betrayal trauma or relationship PTSD). Our expertly trained therapists help individuals and couples in setting healthy boundaries, implementing healthy lifestyle changes, repairing and rebuilding trust and healthy attachments, and facilitating full disclosures of betrayal and addictions. Our therapists are trained in proven therapeutic methodologies (such as EMDR, ART, IFS, etc.) to ensure you, your partner, and your family experience real healing and results. We also help those who struggle with depression, anxiety, faith transitions, relational or life crisis, other addictions, mental and emotional traumas (PTSD), behavioral and emotional issues and disorders (and more). Therapy Utah is committed to helping people of all identities, genders, and ages in a safe and specialized therapeutic space (in-person or online).
(385) 254-3522 View (385) 254-3522
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Sutton Counseling Services
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Ogden, UT 84405
Many people are struggling from anxiety, depression, and symptoms of PTSD resulting from trauma or extreme stress. Life can be very difficult to face but doesn't need to be. Do you have an autistic child in your home? There is help for your child and the whole family.
Many people are struggling from anxiety, depression, and symptoms of PTSD resulting from trauma or extreme stress. Life can be very difficult to face but doesn't need to be. Do you have an autistic child in your home? There is help for your child and the whole family.
(801) 624-6842 View (801) 624-6842
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Sovegna, PLLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Addiction touches the lives of a great number of people, including professionals and other working people. Many find it difficult to ask for help, which is especially true for highly productive people. Many people will then struggle with progressive addiction (chemical, behavioral, etc.). Many will also go to great lengths denying problems to others and themselves, even when mental/physical health problems begin to mount, or when workplace and supportive relationships begin to deteriorate. A person's role or demands at work may be a contributing factor for onset or progression of illness; it may also be a perceived barrier to seeking help. Reaching out for help may feel daunting, especially when coupled with feelings of embarrassment, shame, remorse, worry. Finding help that preserves dignity, remains discreet, as well as effective may feel like a tall order. Many will want to access a continuum of outpatient services that can integrate with work, home, and family/social life, while remaining discreet.
Addiction touches the lives of a great number of people, including professionals and other working people. Many find it difficult to ask for help, which is especially true for highly productive people. Many people will then struggle with progressive addiction (chemical, behavioral, etc.). Many will also go to great lengths denying problems to others and themselves, even when mental/physical health problems begin to mount, or when workplace and supportive relationships begin to deteriorate. A person's role or demands at work may be a contributing factor for onset or progression of illness; it may also be a perceived barrier to seeking help. Reaching out for help may feel daunting, especially when coupled with feelings of embarrassment, shame, remorse, worry. Finding help that preserves dignity, remains discreet, as well as effective may feel like a tall order. Many will want to access a continuum of outpatient services that can integrate with work, home, and family/social life, while remaining discreet.
(385) 899-2627 View (385) 899-2627
West Ridge Academy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
West Jordan, UT 84081
Our organization has helped individuals and their families since 1964, We focus on 3 aspects: 1- Mental health treatment. 2-Academic Support (private school, teacher led classes 4th-12th grade). 3- Family participation/reintegration.
Our organization has helped individuals and their families since 1964, We focus on 3 aspects: 1- Mental health treatment. 2-Academic Support (private school, teacher led classes 4th-12th grade). 3- Family participation/reintegration.
(385) 832-7869 View (385) 832-7869
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NeuroWellness Utah
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Lehi, UT 84043
Are you tired of meds and their side effects? Are you looking for safe, alternative treatments for depression, anxiety, and OCD? At NeuroWellness, we offer a variety of the latest treatments to fit your specific mental health needs. We offer medical treatments such as TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) and Spravato (esketamine) alongside an intensive outpatient program that includes individual and group therapy. These treatments have proven much more effective than traditional remedies. Learn more today!
Are you tired of meds and their side effects? Are you looking for safe, alternative treatments for depression, anxiety, and OCD? At NeuroWellness, we offer a variety of the latest treatments to fit your specific mental health needs. We offer medical treatments such as TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) and Spravato (esketamine) alongside an intensive outpatient program that includes individual and group therapy. These treatments have proven much more effective than traditional remedies. Learn more today!
(385) 206-6558 View (385) 206-6558
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Utah Family Therapy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
American Fork, UT 84003
Located In American Fork, Utah Family Therapy presents a transformative intensive outpatient program (IOP) tailored to address anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our dedicated team provides guidance for teens and adults seeking healing, hope, and enhanced connection. With a focus on Anxiety and Depression, our IOP equips individuals with essential coping tools to thrive in today's society. We understand the complexities of trauma's impact on mental health and offer specialized support to navigate its challenges. You belong in a safe place fostering a nurturing environment where healing flourishes. Come experience a unique approach to healing which encompasses Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Trauma, empowering you to regain control and live more fully. Reach out today to embark on a journey of growth and recovery. Our program accepts most insurances, ensuring accessible care for your path to well-being.
Located In American Fork, Utah Family Therapy presents a transformative intensive outpatient program (IOP) tailored to address anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our dedicated team provides guidance for teens and adults seeking healing, hope, and enhanced connection. With a focus on Anxiety and Depression, our IOP equips individuals with essential coping tools to thrive in today's society. We understand the complexities of trauma's impact on mental health and offer specialized support to navigate its challenges. You belong in a safe place fostering a nurturing environment where healing flourishes. Come experience a unique approach to healing which encompasses Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and Trauma, empowering you to regain control and live more fully. Reach out today to embark on a journey of growth and recovery. Our program accepts most insurances, ensuring accessible care for your path to well-being.
(801) 448-0146 View (801) 448-0146
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Corner Canyon Health Centers
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Draper, UT 84020
We strive to deliver exceptional care that helps you heal from mental health concerns and offer treatment for a broad range of mental health diagnoses. The foundation of our care comes from helping you get to the root of your issues. To accomplish this, we use extensive and comprehensive testing that helps our staff have a clear understanding of the issues. Then, we can help you address the issues at hand and help you see a way forward. We specialize in helping you rediscover health and happiness after struggling with a mental health diagnosis. Your experience of a mental health diagnosis will be unique. If you are unsure of your diagnosis but are struggling with your mental health, that is okay. We understand that you may not have a full or clear picture of your mental health challenges. As a treatment facility, we will help you to discover the reasons behind your mental health challenges and address these issues. We offer top-of-the-line care that can help you reclaim your health and happiness after mental health difficulties.
We strive to deliver exceptional care that helps you heal from mental health concerns and offer treatment for a broad range of mental health diagnoses. The foundation of our care comes from helping you get to the root of your issues. To accomplish this, we use extensive and comprehensive testing that helps our staff have a clear understanding of the issues. Then, we can help you address the issues at hand and help you see a way forward. We specialize in helping you rediscover health and happiness after struggling with a mental health diagnosis. Your experience of a mental health diagnosis will be unique. If you are unsure of your diagnosis but are struggling with your mental health, that is okay. We understand that you may not have a full or clear picture of your mental health challenges. As a treatment facility, we will help you to discover the reasons behind your mental health challenges and address these issues. We offer top-of-the-line care that can help you reclaim your health and happiness after mental health difficulties.
(385) 557-1993 View (385) 557-1993
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Juniper Haven
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Logan, UT 84321
Juniper Haven is a residential treatment center that specializes in providing comprehensive and cutting-edge therapeutic services for adolescent girls. Our program integrates evidence-based therapeutic interventions, psychiatric and medical services, educational support, and recreational activities to promote holistic healing and personal development. Please visit www.thejuniperhaven.com for more information!
Juniper Haven is a residential treatment center that specializes in providing comprehensive and cutting-edge therapeutic services for adolescent girls. Our program integrates evidence-based therapeutic interventions, psychiatric and medical services, educational support, and recreational activities to promote holistic healing and personal development. Please visit www.thejuniperhaven.com for more information!
(435) 296-7547 View (435) 296-7547
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Steps Recovery Centers, Payson Residential
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Payson, UT 84651
Detox is the process of getting the drugs or alcohol out of the system and treating any uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms that may occur. The amount of time a client remains in our detox varies on a number of factors. These includes the severity of the dependency or addiction, what amounts of certain drugs are in the system, the type of drug and how long it takes to get medically stabilized. Medical detoxification involves administering and prescribing a series of medications to help minimize withdrawal and cravings, and constant assessment from medical professionals.
Detox is the process of getting the drugs or alcohol out of the system and treating any uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms that may occur. The amount of time a client remains in our detox varies on a number of factors. These includes the severity of the dependency or addiction, what amounts of certain drugs are in the system, the type of drug and how long it takes to get medically stabilized. Medical detoxification involves administering and prescribing a series of medications to help minimize withdrawal and cravings, and constant assessment from medical professionals.
(385) 324-3674 View (385) 324-3674
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Emerge Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Draper, UT 84020
Emerge Treatment is a comprehensive and individualized facility designed to address the mental health needs of adult women. With a focus on the well-being of the whole person, Emerge offers a day treatment (5 days a week/5 hours a day), intensive outpatient (3 days a week/3 hours a day), and general outpatient therapy.
Emerge Treatment is a comprehensive and individualized facility designed to address the mental health needs of adult women. With a focus on the well-being of the whole person, Emerge offers a day treatment (5 days a week/5 hours a day), intensive outpatient (3 days a week/3 hours a day), and general outpatient therapy.
(385) 707-2638 View (385) 707-2638
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New Haven Residential Treatment Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
We offer residential treatment and boarding school for teenage girls ages 14-18 in Utah and throughout the United States. We help to empower your child with the skills to heal from life's traumas and give families a chance to move forward together. With an emphasis on family-focused treatment, we help adolescent and teen girls overcome difficult mental health challenges through family-focused therapy and create lasting change that heals and empowers young women.
We offer residential treatment and boarding school for teenage girls ages 14-18 in Utah and throughout the United States. We help to empower your child with the skills to heal from life's traumas and give families a chance to move forward together. With an emphasis on family-focused treatment, we help adolescent and teen girls overcome difficult mental health challenges through family-focused therapy and create lasting change that heals and empowers young women.
(385) 442-9366 View (385) 442-9366
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Grandview Family Counseling
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Bountiful, UT 84010
"Regardless of one's background and life experiences, it takes a tremendous amount of courage to reach out for assistance when life becomes too heavy. Many times throughout our lives, we can become confused and overwhelmed by the twists and turns life brings us. I believe therapy should be a place where a person can come as they are, share their real self and fine empathy, acceptance, and encouragement for growth. I strive to provide a collaborative therapeutic environment to help you rediscover their strengths and abilities, and ultimately taking that next step on their personal journey towards wholeness. I believe healing doesn't mean the damage never existed, it means the damage no longer controls your life."
"Regardless of one's background and life experiences, it takes a tremendous amount of courage to reach out for assistance when life becomes too heavy. Many times throughout our lives, we can become confused and overwhelmed by the twists and turns life brings us. I believe therapy should be a place where a person can come as they are, share their real self and fine empathy, acceptance, and encouragement for growth. I strive to provide a collaborative therapeutic environment to help you rediscover their strengths and abilities, and ultimately taking that next step on their personal journey towards wholeness. I believe healing doesn't mean the damage never existed, it means the damage no longer controls your life."
(801) 876-1339 View (801) 876-1339
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Altium Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
West Jordan, UT 84084
Shame Free and Stigma Free Zone. Whether you have sought treatment for addictions or mental health before or this is your first experience, we understand that recovery and healing options are different for everyone as are treatment approaches and not everyone has to go through the same path. We pride ourselves in providing caring, shame free and clinically sound treatment. Our team of experts designs each treatment plan individually and based on the individual's specific needs. We can see you immediately and get you started on your path to recovery, the same day. We offer a comprehensive continuum of care including outpatient detox, psychiatry, medication assisted treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program and Intensive Outpatient Program, all under one room. Our staff includes: Psychiatrist, Advanced Registered Practical Nurse (APRN), Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, Substance Use Disorders Counselors and Certified Peer Support Specialists. Let us help you through your journey.
Shame Free and Stigma Free Zone. Whether you have sought treatment for addictions or mental health before or this is your first experience, we understand that recovery and healing options are different for everyone as are treatment approaches and not everyone has to go through the same path. We pride ourselves in providing caring, shame free and clinically sound treatment. Our team of experts designs each treatment plan individually and based on the individual's specific needs. We can see you immediately and get you started on your path to recovery, the same day. We offer a comprehensive continuum of care including outpatient detox, psychiatry, medication assisted treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program and Intensive Outpatient Program, all under one room. Our staff includes: Psychiatrist, Advanced Registered Practical Nurse (APRN), Licensed Clinical Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, Substance Use Disorders Counselors and Certified Peer Support Specialists. Let us help you through your journey.
(385) 645-1808 View (385) 645-1808
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Healing Paths, Inc
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Bountiful, UT 84010
Have you just uncovered an affair, or been discovered yourself? Overwhelmed? Conflicted Feelings? Uncertain what the next step is? Maybe you've been working on sex addiction recovery, but don't seem to be getting much traction. You're feeling discouraged and wonder if there's a point in trying something new. Perhaps you've been able to get sober and things still don't seem to be better. Maybe as a partner, you've been told to work on boundaries and don't know how to even begin; you are wanting more in your relationships and don't know how to get there. The trauma from betrayal can often leave you paralyzed. Going through the motions of the day, barely keeping your head above water. Your strength lies in your ability to face the untold story within you; releasing the pain and pursuing potential.
Have you just uncovered an affair, or been discovered yourself? Overwhelmed? Conflicted Feelings? Uncertain what the next step is? Maybe you've been working on sex addiction recovery, but don't seem to be getting much traction. You're feeling discouraged and wonder if there's a point in trying something new. Perhaps you've been able to get sober and things still don't seem to be better. Maybe as a partner, you've been told to work on boundaries and don't know how to even begin; you are wanting more in your relationships and don't know how to get there. The trauma from betrayal can often leave you paralyzed. Going through the motions of the day, barely keeping your head above water. Your strength lies in your ability to face the untold story within you; releasing the pain and pursuing potential.
(385) 217-3284 View (385) 217-3284
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Embark Behavioral Health
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Springville, UT 84663
We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your adolescent or teen struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or teen, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Our residential treatment center in Springville, Utah provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescent and teen girls ages 12-17. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing. Each day is structured with therapy, therapeutic activities and emotional support to your teen as they move forward toward lasting mental wellness. Our residential treatment centers are here to help your family and are designed to give your teen the structure and support they need to build a healthier life.
We understand how heartbreaking it is to watch your adolescent or teen struggle with severe mental health conditions like suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression and anxiety. As a parent or teen, the weight of these conditions can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Our residential treatment center in Springville, Utah provides 24/7 care in a safe, home-like environment for adolescent and teen girls ages 12-17. With constant supervision from a compassionate, experienced team, we offer personalized treatment designed to promote emotional safety and healing. Each day is structured with therapy, therapeutic activities and emotional support to your teen as they move forward toward lasting mental wellness. Our residential treatment centers are here to help your family and are designed to give your teen the structure and support they need to build a healthier life.
(385) 325-8299 View (385) 325-8299
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Advanced Awareness Counseling, LLC.
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Sandy, UT 84070
Advanced Awareness Counseling, is a DHS licensed Outpatient Mental Health facility and group private practice. Our qualified mental health providers have been selected for their outstanding educational credentials, experience in the field, client care principles, and high integrity and experience in their particular fields of specialty. Our therapists have expertise in the area of LGBTQ+, particularly Transgender/Gender Non-Conforming/Gender Identity/Gender Dysphoria, Faith Crises or Faith Transitions, Minority Issues, Women's Issues, Trauma, Couples/Marriage Counseling, and more! Conversational Spanish Speaking services also offered. We specialize in working with gender spectrum clients and we openly and willingly write WPATH standard compliant letters for all procedures and for insurance company approvals for the transgender community. We also specialize in evaluating for and writing Emotional Support Animal letters.
Advanced Awareness Counseling, is a DHS licensed Outpatient Mental Health facility and group private practice. Our qualified mental health providers have been selected for their outstanding educational credentials, experience in the field, client care principles, and high integrity and experience in their particular fields of specialty. Our therapists have expertise in the area of LGBTQ+, particularly Transgender/Gender Non-Conforming/Gender Identity/Gender Dysphoria, Faith Crises or Faith Transitions, Minority Issues, Women's Issues, Trauma, Couples/Marriage Counseling, and more! Conversational Spanish Speaking services also offered. We specialize in working with gender spectrum clients and we openly and willingly write WPATH standard compliant letters for all procedures and for insurance company approvals for the transgender community. We also specialize in evaluating for and writing Emotional Support Animal letters.
(801) 509-6907 View (801) 509-6907
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Zion Hills Academy (501C3)
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Cedar City, UT 84721
Zion Hills Academy, a nonprofit (501C3) Residential Treatment Center in Southern Utah, specializes in treating teen girls experiencing Reactive Attachment Disorder. Licensed by the State of Utah, Zion Hills utilizes state-of-the-art, research based and proven clinical methods such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Equine Therapy to help teen girls overcome their difficulties and learn to bond with their families. Zion Hill's Positive Peer Culture program, directed by Oscar Fakahua, allows teen girls to experience deep and lasting change.
Zion Hills Academy, a nonprofit (501C3) Residential Treatment Center in Southern Utah, specializes in treating teen girls experiencing Reactive Attachment Disorder. Licensed by the State of Utah, Zion Hills utilizes state-of-the-art, research based and proven clinical methods such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Experiential Therapy, and Equine Therapy to help teen girls overcome their difficulties and learn to bond with their families. Zion Hill's Positive Peer Culture program, directed by Oscar Fakahua, allows teen girls to experience deep and lasting change.
(435) 222-7658 View (435) 222-7658
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Newport Academy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Oakley, UT 84055
We provide a full continuum of care at locations around the country, including residential treatment centers; a full suite of outpatient programming, with Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient services with a flexible number of days per week; telehealth; and alumni programming. All of our programs have received accreditation from the Joint Commission for Behavioral Healthcare, the nation’s most respected healthcare accreditation body. Our continuing care program provides ongoing support through virtual sessions, and our robust Alumni department keeps former clients connected through online and in-person events and support groups. Whether an adolescent needs a higher level of care, is stepping down from residential care and needs continued structure and community in our Partial Hospitalization Program, or needs several days per week of after-school support through our outpatient services option, our range of programming meets each young person and family where they are.
We provide a full continuum of care at locations around the country, including residential treatment centers; a full suite of outpatient programming, with Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), and outpatient services with a flexible number of days per week; telehealth; and alumni programming. All of our programs have received accreditation from the Joint Commission for Behavioral Healthcare, the nation’s most respected healthcare accreditation body. Our continuing care program provides ongoing support through virtual sessions, and our robust Alumni department keeps former clients connected through online and in-person events and support groups. Whether an adolescent needs a higher level of care, is stepping down from residential care and needs continued structure and community in our Partial Hospitalization Program, or needs several days per week of after-school support through our outpatient services option, our range of programming meets each young person and family where they are.
(435) 220-5768 View (435) 220-5768
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I Am Recovery Outpatient (Mental and Substance)
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Cedar Hills, UT 84062
We work well with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. We believe that lasting change comes when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain to change. This intersection between pain and change is part of all of us at different times in our lives. We must connect with others and something greater than ourselves in those interceding times.We believe that purposeful living brings us the greatest potential for lasting happiness.
We work well with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. We believe that lasting change comes when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain to change. This intersection between pain and change is part of all of us at different times in our lives. We must connect with others and something greater than ourselves in those interceding times.We believe that purposeful living brings us the greatest potential for lasting happiness.
(801) 797-3878 View (801) 797-3878
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Attachment-based Treatment Centers

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.