Attachment-based Therapists in Burlington, ON

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Roksana Sobota
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
Hi, I'm Roksana and I'd love to help. Sometimes we need someone to listen without judgement, and other times we need guidance and tools to help. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I believe in working together to develop skills and strategies to lead to positive change, to build resilience and to achieve your personal goals. I practice primarily from a trauma-informed lens and apply techniques from EFT, CBT, DBT, narrative therapy and attachment-based therapy.
Hi, I'm Roksana and I'd love to help. Sometimes we need someone to listen without judgement, and other times we need guidance and tools to help. I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). I believe in working together to develop skills and strategies to lead to positive change, to build resilience and to achieve your personal goals. I practice primarily from a trauma-informed lens and apply techniques from EFT, CBT, DBT, narrative therapy and attachment-based therapy.
(289) 677-1622 View (289) 677-1622
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Kseniya Bulat
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7R  (Online Only)
I work with individuals and couples, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, trauma-informed care, Gottman, EMDR, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Accepting new clients - Trauma impacts many, through negative thought patterns, anxiety, low motivation, poor sleep, relationship troubles, and stress. I understand. I hope to walk alongside you (or your relationship) to help you gain tools, create a space of safety, and to help you process trauma and day-to-day events. My goal is to ensure you walk out of each session with something you can apply and learn from.
I work with individuals and couples, drawing from CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, trauma-informed care, Gottman, EMDR, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Accepting new clients - Trauma impacts many, through negative thought patterns, anxiety, low motivation, poor sleep, relationship troubles, and stress. I understand. I hope to walk alongside you (or your relationship) to help you gain tools, create a space of safety, and to help you process trauma and day-to-day events. My goal is to ensure you walk out of each session with something you can apply and learn from.
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Chloe Hull
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N
I provide trauma-informed psychotherapy with an attachment-based approach.
Are you facing anxiety, perfectionism, negative self talk, and caught up in overthinking? Maybe you're seeking clarity in setting boundaries, navigating complex relationship dynamics, and longing to enhance self-love and acceptance? You're on a journey to ease distress, nurture healthier connections, and foster personal growth so that you can break free from self doubt and unhealthy patterns. Understanding and healing from past attachment wounds feels crucial for making empowered choices, fostering personal growth, and your steps towards genuine and authentic fulfillment.
I provide trauma-informed psychotherapy with an attachment-based approach.
Are you facing anxiety, perfectionism, negative self talk, and caught up in overthinking? Maybe you're seeking clarity in setting boundaries, navigating complex relationship dynamics, and longing to enhance self-love and acceptance? You're on a journey to ease distress, nurture healthier connections, and foster personal growth so that you can break free from self doubt and unhealthy patterns. Understanding and healing from past attachment wounds feels crucial for making empowered choices, fostering personal growth, and your steps towards genuine and authentic fulfillment.
(289) 216-6604 View (289) 216-6604
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Solasta Psychological Services
Psychologist, CPsych
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7M
Currently accepting new clients. Solasta is a modern mental health practice providing assessment, therapy, consultation, and more. Solasta Psychological Services offers support with the latest evidence based approaches that incorporate knowledge from the fields of neuroscience and psychology. We are a neurodiversity-affirmative and trauma informed practice.
Currently accepting new clients. Solasta is a modern mental health practice providing assessment, therapy, consultation, and more. Solasta Psychological Services offers support with the latest evidence based approaches that incorporate knowledge from the fields of neuroscience and psychology. We are a neurodiversity-affirmative and trauma informed practice.
(289) 274-1173 View (289) 274-1173
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Andrea Filice - Montague
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7R
I take an integrative approach utilizing various modalities such as, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
I believe everyone deserves to live a happy, healthy and meaningful life. Life can be challenging and sometimes we need a little help along the way. A strong therapeutic relationship is fundamental for growth and positive change; I am committed to working patiently with each individual to establish trust and create a safe space, where they can begin their journey to healing and an improved quality of life.
I take an integrative approach utilizing various modalities such as, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
I believe everyone deserves to live a happy, healthy and meaningful life. Life can be challenging and sometimes we need a little help along the way. A strong therapeutic relationship is fundamental for growth and positive change; I am committed to working patiently with each individual to establish trust and create a safe space, where they can begin their journey to healing and an improved quality of life.
(289) 204-6248 View (289) 204-6248
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Dr. Armush Salahadin
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, (SP)
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7M
I use an evidence-based, client-centered approach in my work, applying modalities that are cognitive-behavioural, emotion-, and attachment-based.
As a Clinical Psychologist in Supervised Practice, I provide psychological services to children and adolescents. I work from an attachment-based, trauma-informed perspective with children, youth, and parents, providing assessment and intervention support. In my clinical work, I gravitate towards an integrative framework to address varying presenting needs such as mood and anxiety, challenges in behaviour, emotion regulation, difficulty in interpersonal relationships, as well as trauma exposure.
I use an evidence-based, client-centered approach in my work, applying modalities that are cognitive-behavioural, emotion-, and attachment-based.
As a Clinical Psychologist in Supervised Practice, I provide psychological services to children and adolescents. I work from an attachment-based, trauma-informed perspective with children, youth, and parents, providing assessment and intervention support. In my clinical work, I gravitate towards an integrative framework to address varying presenting needs such as mood and anxiety, challenges in behaviour, emotion regulation, difficulty in interpersonal relationships, as well as trauma exposure.
(289) 807-2782 View (289) 807-2782
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Rattray Counselling Services Inc.
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7S
My therapeutic model is attachment-based and I am a spiritually attuned therapist who recognizes that problems are not one-dimensional, but multifaceted.
Are you in need of couples therapy? Is infidelity, communication, trauma, unresolved conflict, or unmet needs affecting your life and relationships? Then let us talk in a safe environment how to de-escalate emotions, manage conflict constructively, enhance romance and intimacy, or attain an amicable solution. Or, are you in need of individual therapy? Is loneliness, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, stress, grief/loss or other mental health issues getting in the way of your happiness? You can learn how to manage stress, regulate your emotions, channel your energy in a positive way, and have better relationships.
My therapeutic model is attachment-based and I am a spiritually attuned therapist who recognizes that problems are not one-dimensional, but multifaceted.
Are you in need of couples therapy? Is infidelity, communication, trauma, unresolved conflict, or unmet needs affecting your life and relationships? Then let us talk in a safe environment how to de-escalate emotions, manage conflict constructively, enhance romance and intimacy, or attain an amicable solution. Or, are you in need of individual therapy? Is loneliness, anger, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, stress, grief/loss or other mental health issues getting in the way of your happiness? You can learn how to manage stress, regulate your emotions, channel your energy in a positive way, and have better relationships.
(226) 400-2097 View (226) 400-2097
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Kat Giles
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
Depression, anxiety, and stressful circumstances no longer have to control your life and steal your joy. I support individuals, children, youth, and families to restore hope in a safe and compassionate space where you can share, reflect, grow, and journey towards fullness. We can work together to navigate current situations and past experiences so that you can be more connected to what is happening in you, and in those you care about.
Depression, anxiety, and stressful circumstances no longer have to control your life and steal your joy. I support individuals, children, youth, and families to restore hope in a safe and compassionate space where you can share, reflect, grow, and journey towards fullness. We can work together to navigate current situations and past experiences so that you can be more connected to what is happening in you, and in those you care about.
(226) 640-0935 View (226) 640-0935
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Shawn Groen
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N
I specialize in two main areas: first, in attachment-based treatment, working extensively with individuals, couples and families using Emotionally Focus Therapy( EFT), an evidence-based treatment for relationship concerns; and second, I specialize in treatment and support for pastors, clergy and church leaders.
I specialize in treating mental health and relationship issues for individuals, couples, families, and church leaders. If you feel discouraged and disoriented in your relationships, mental health or faith life, breathe easy knowing that you don't have to struggle alone, and together we can make a roadmap to healing together. If any of the following concerns are familiar, you've found the right place: relationship issues, church hurt, anxiety/panic, trauma and/or abuse, stress or burnout, low self-worth, guilt and shame, life and family transitions, spiritual or existential questions, and pornography addictions.
I specialize in two main areas: first, in attachment-based treatment, working extensively with individuals, couples and families using Emotionally Focus Therapy( EFT), an evidence-based treatment for relationship concerns; and second, I specialize in treatment and support for pastors, clergy and church leaders.
I specialize in treating mental health and relationship issues for individuals, couples, families, and church leaders. If you feel discouraged and disoriented in your relationships, mental health or faith life, breathe easy knowing that you don't have to struggle alone, and together we can make a roadmap to healing together. If any of the following concerns are familiar, you've found the right place: relationship issues, church hurt, anxiety/panic, trauma and/or abuse, stress or burnout, low self-worth, guilt and shame, life and family transitions, spiritual or existential questions, and pornography addictions.
(289) 274-7910 View (289) 274-7910
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Amanda Neves Therapy & Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
Using an attachment-based and trauma informed lens, we can untangle inner conflict to help you arrive at a greater sense of emotional clarity.
Inquire about our Affordable Therapy Program! … The quality of our inner world matters. When we don’t feel like quite like ourselves, our ability to engage more fully in life can take a hit. We collaborate with 20-40 somethings, so they can meet what life throws at them, to thrive with stability and confidence. We rely on integrative evidence based modalities such as IFS (parts work), emotion focused therapy, AEDP, mindfulness and somatic-based approaches to provide effective, specialized support. We also offer more short term/structured therapies like CBT, ACT, and DBT to meet you exactly where you are.
Using an attachment-based and trauma informed lens, we can untangle inner conflict to help you arrive at a greater sense of emotional clarity.
Inquire about our Affordable Therapy Program! … The quality of our inner world matters. When we don’t feel like quite like ourselves, our ability to engage more fully in life can take a hit. We collaborate with 20-40 somethings, so they can meet what life throws at them, to thrive with stability and confidence. We rely on integrative evidence based modalities such as IFS (parts work), emotion focused therapy, AEDP, mindfulness and somatic-based approaches to provide effective, specialized support. We also offer more short term/structured therapies like CBT, ACT, and DBT to meet you exactly where you are.
(437) 291-8692 View (437) 291-8692
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Growing Roots
Psychologist, PsyD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
CBT, EFFT, Play, Attachment-Based interventions, Narrative, etc.
At Growing Roots, we support individuals and families of all ages who are looking for psychological assessment and treatment, using a relational, attachment, and trauma-informed approach. Our clinicians also have the unique specialization of working with children (including ages 0-6) and teens. Our clients reach out for variety of reasons, including to better understand themselves or their child, to receive support with mental health symptoms, to improve relationships and communication, and to build coping skills. We seek to understand the world through your perspective to help find a more comfortable and secure path forward.
CBT, EFFT, Play, Attachment-Based interventions, Narrative, etc.
At Growing Roots, we support individuals and families of all ages who are looking for psychological assessment and treatment, using a relational, attachment, and trauma-informed approach. Our clinicians also have the unique specialization of working with children (including ages 0-6) and teens. Our clients reach out for variety of reasons, including to better understand themselves or their child, to receive support with mental health symptoms, to improve relationships and communication, and to build coping skills. We seek to understand the world through your perspective to help find a more comfortable and secure path forward.
(289) 402-5655 View (289) 402-5655
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Sandy Ghobrial
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L  (Online Only)
I integrate Person-centered, ACT, Attachment-Based Therapy, CBT, EFT, IFS, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Struggling with relationships, anxiety, anger, coping skills, self-esteem, or low mood? Start with a deep connection to yourself. Genuine connections arise from self-awareness and acceptance. Reflect on your impact on relationships—friends, colleagues, family. Discover how to connect authentically by addressing suppressed emotions, burnout, overwhelm, and vulnerabilities. Understanding and embracing oneself is essential for nurturing meaningful relationships beyond attributing conflicts solely to partners.
I integrate Person-centered, ACT, Attachment-Based Therapy, CBT, EFT, IFS, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy.
Struggling with relationships, anxiety, anger, coping skills, self-esteem, or low mood? Start with a deep connection to yourself. Genuine connections arise from self-awareness and acceptance. Reflect on your impact on relationships—friends, colleagues, family. Discover how to connect authentically by addressing suppressed emotions, burnout, overwhelm, and vulnerabilities. Understanding and embracing oneself is essential for nurturing meaningful relationships beyond attributing conflicts solely to partners.
(343) 453-0271 View (343) 453-0271
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Glen Watkinson
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L  (Online Only)
My approach uses an attachment-based, trauma-informed framework, meaning my work is often experiential, and emotionally and relationally focused.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
My approach uses an attachment-based, trauma-informed framework, meaning my work is often experiential, and emotionally and relationally focused.
I believe that vitality and the chance to flourish happens when it’s safe enough to honestly be yourself. I consider it a privilege to accompany people through their pain, coping, self-discovery, healing, transformation, and joy. For the last 15 years, I have served in my community's social services field, working alongside people living through trauma, substance use and addictions, poverty, mental health dual-diagnoses, developmental disabilities, and criminality.
(289) 274-2492 View (289) 274-2492
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Caroline Legault
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
I use an integrated practice (from IFS, Narrative, Play/Art-based, EFFT, Mindfulness, DDP and Theraplay) grounded in an attachment-based framework.
Growing up is not always easy and it can often feel overwhelming. One of the hardest parts of being a parent is seeing your child struggle. I can help you sail through the storm. I am a bilingual Registered Social Worker experienced in working with children, adolescents and families. Whether it is a problem with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, parenting challenges, traumatic life events, issues with family transitions, adjustment to school, or peer relationships, you don't have to do it alone.
I use an integrated practice (from IFS, Narrative, Play/Art-based, EFFT, Mindfulness, DDP and Theraplay) grounded in an attachment-based framework.
Growing up is not always easy and it can often feel overwhelming. One of the hardest parts of being a parent is seeing your child struggle. I can help you sail through the storm. I am a bilingual Registered Social Worker experienced in working with children, adolescents and families. Whether it is a problem with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, parenting challenges, traumatic life events, issues with family transitions, adjustment to school, or peer relationships, you don't have to do it alone.
(647) 492-9621 View (647) 492-9621
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ASR Counselling and Psychotherapy, EMDR Certified
Registered Social Worker, HonBA, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7L
Attachment-based, healing wounded parts of self and EMDR therapy, help to not only establish trust, but also foster permanent healing by addressing emotional pain, its impact on your body and connection to your thoughts.
Silenced, invisible, unloved – A story written about you. It haunts you, and you feel it seeping into your everyday. You want to change, but you're not sure how. There’s a part of you that feels like you’re not living up to your full potential, yet another part that feels hopeless. Together, we will liberate you from this story to create a new chapter: one that helps you live up to your full potential, a life in which you feel deserving of being heard, seen and loved.
Attachment-based, healing wounded parts of self and EMDR therapy, help to not only establish trust, but also foster permanent healing by addressing emotional pain, its impact on your body and connection to your thoughts.
Silenced, invisible, unloved – A story written about you. It haunts you, and you feel it seeping into your everyday. You want to change, but you're not sure how. There’s a part of you that feels like you’re not living up to your full potential, yet another part that feels hopeless. Together, we will liberate you from this story to create a new chapter: one that helps you live up to your full potential, a life in which you feel deserving of being heard, seen and loved.
(289) 216-4492 View (289) 216-4492
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Daria Oliveira
Registered Psychotherapist, MMHC, RP
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7M  (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck? Are you having difficulty understanding why past experiences continue to impact your life? Therapy can provide you with the guidance & clarity that you need to understand yourself & your experience differently. Allow me to support you in your healing journey; whether that means working through immediate challenges, or exploring issues on a deeper level. Let me help you discover who you are truly meant to be and help you to connect with your authentic self.
Do you feel stuck? Are you having difficulty understanding why past experiences continue to impact your life? Therapy can provide you with the guidance & clarity that you need to understand yourself & your experience differently. Allow me to support you in your healing journey; whether that means working through immediate challenges, or exploring issues on a deeper level. Let me help you discover who you are truly meant to be and help you to connect with your authentic self.
(365) 601-9408 View (365) 601-9408
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Anumeet Sandhu
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7N
Do you feel trapped in a cycle of strained relationship? You feel like people in your life are pushing your triggers and it is causing you more distress than bringing you peace. This type of anxiety, anger, stress, sadness can take a toll on you. No matter what you are doing, you end up feeling like the bad person every single time. You feel like you are not enough in the relationship and you feel like you are the only one wanting this relationship to work. When there is past trauma or the other person is not willing to work with you, healing and moving forward becomes harder. We start wondering if we are the problem.
Do you feel trapped in a cycle of strained relationship? You feel like people in your life are pushing your triggers and it is causing you more distress than bringing you peace. This type of anxiety, anger, stress, sadness can take a toll on you. No matter what you are doing, you end up feeling like the bad person every single time. You feel like you are not enough in the relationship and you feel like you are the only one wanting this relationship to work. When there is past trauma or the other person is not willing to work with you, healing and moving forward becomes harder. We start wondering if we are the problem.
(289) 272-0814 View (289) 272-0814
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Erica Genova - Gioia Counselling Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7R
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions or behaviours? Feeling exhausted, disconnected, or stressed out from home or school? If you’re finding that what once worked for you isn’t effective anymore, I’m here to help you explore those feelings and gain deeper insights into yourself.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions or behaviours? Feeling exhausted, disconnected, or stressed out from home or school? If you’re finding that what once worked for you isn’t effective anymore, I’m here to help you explore those feelings and gain deeper insights into yourself.
(289) 271-0204 View (289) 271-0204
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Maryam Almasi
Registered Psychotherapist, HBA, MA, MACP, RP, EMDR
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Burlington, ON L7R  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients - Are you feeling exhausted, stressed, and alone? Struggling with relationships, trauma, anxiety, stress &/or burnout? Seeking help can be daunting, but here, you'll find a compassionate, judgement free, & holistic approach tailored to your unique self. I offer a safe space for you to share, express emotions, & embark on a journey of healing & empowerment. Whether you need tools to manage anxiety, triggers, or stress, explore your identity, process day-to-day events, heal from trauma, or improve relationships, I'm here to listen and walk alongside you.
Accepting new clients - Are you feeling exhausted, stressed, and alone? Struggling with relationships, trauma, anxiety, stress &/or burnout? Seeking help can be daunting, but here, you'll find a compassionate, judgement free, & holistic approach tailored to your unique self. I offer a safe space for you to share, express emotions, & embark on a journey of healing & empowerment. Whether you need tools to manage anxiety, triggers, or stress, explore your identity, process day-to-day events, heal from trauma, or improve relationships, I'm here to listen and walk alongside you.
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Shoreacres Therapy
Verified Verified
Burlington, ON L7L  (Online Only)
Shoreacres Therapy is an online therapy practice servicing older adolescents and adults residing in Ontario, Canada. Our team of Psychologists and Registered Psychotherapists work with Adults with anxiety and depression, as well as grief, trauma, panic, eating disorders, OCD, perinatal mental health concerns, and chronic pain. We also offer Couples Therapy. We are a team of experienced and compassionate individuals who offer a confidential space so you can get the help you need.
Shoreacres Therapy is an online therapy practice servicing older adolescents and adults residing in Ontario, Canada. Our team of Psychologists and Registered Psychotherapists work with Adults with anxiety and depression, as well as grief, trauma, panic, eating disorders, OCD, perinatal mental health concerns, and chronic pain. We also offer Couples Therapy. We are a team of experienced and compassionate individuals who offer a confidential space so you can get the help you need.
(289) 312-0781 View (289) 312-0781
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Attachment-based Counsellors

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.