Attachment-based Therapists in Gainesville, FL

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Larry Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32606
Waitlist for new clients
Additionally, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy and other attachment-based systems.
Clients come to me to work on issues of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, anger management concerns, recovering from sexual assault/sexual abuse, and for exploring issues of sexual identity or sexuality issues. I am comfortable working with individuals, couples, and entire families -- and I am comfortable working with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide a safe and welcoming environment in which to explore the issues of concern to you.
Additionally, I utilize Emotionally Focused Therapy and other attachment-based systems.
Clients come to me to work on issues of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, anger management concerns, recovering from sexual assault/sexual abuse, and for exploring issues of sexual identity or sexuality issues. I am comfortable working with individuals, couples, and entire families -- and I am comfortable working with children, adolescents, and adults. I provide a safe and welcoming environment in which to explore the issues of concern to you.
(352) 436-1991 x101 View (352) 436-1991 x101
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Karla Roberts
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32608  (Online Only)
Are you feeling so overwhelmed or stuck and you're not sure how to get out of the hole you're in? Or you're feeling intense sadness or anxiety that is uncomfortable and exhausting? Maybe this is stemming from trauma and/or loss and you can no longer ignore it. Working through our issues in therapy is not easy but completely worth it to feel better and improve the quality of our lives. The time is now, you can do it, and you don't have to do it alone.
Are you feeling so overwhelmed or stuck and you're not sure how to get out of the hole you're in? Or you're feeling intense sadness or anxiety that is uncomfortable and exhausting? Maybe this is stemming from trauma and/or loss and you can no longer ignore it. Working through our issues in therapy is not easy but completely worth it to feel better and improve the quality of our lives. The time is now, you can do it, and you don't have to do it alone.
(352) 558-6149 View (352) 558-6149
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Katie Spargo
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32607
I am enthusiastic about the science that makes therapy work and often utilize psychoeducation to help others understand their struggles. I work from an integrative trauma-informed, attachment-based approach. I also utilize elements of other humanistic approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral, Creative interventions, Logotherapy, Client-Centered, Solution-Focused, Trust-Based Relational Interventions, and EMDR.
I am enthusiastic about the science that makes therapy work and often utilize psychoeducation to help others understand their struggles. I work from an integrative trauma-informed, attachment-based approach. I also utilize elements of other humanistic approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral, Creative interventions, Logotherapy, Client-Centered, Solution-Focused, Trust-Based Relational Interventions, and EMDR.
(352) 449-3208 View (352) 449-3208
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A Satisfied Mind Counseling, LLC.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32606
Are you finding it challenging to deal with life after experiencing trauma, abuse, or neglect? You do not have to "go it" alone. No matter when it occurred, recovery is possible! Let me help you work through your situation and process whatever is holding you back. I offer different types of therapy to help you find peace and stability after the life-changing experiences that come with trauma and abuse. Don't settle for a lackluster life! I can help you find healthy ways to move forward into a new and fulfilling chapter of life. I offer in-person services in Ocala and Gainesville as well as telehealth throughout Florida.
Are you finding it challenging to deal with life after experiencing trauma, abuse, or neglect? You do not have to "go it" alone. No matter when it occurred, recovery is possible! Let me help you work through your situation and process whatever is holding you back. I offer different types of therapy to help you find peace and stability after the life-changing experiences that come with trauma and abuse. Don't settle for a lackluster life! I can help you find healthy ways to move forward into a new and fulfilling chapter of life. I offer in-person services in Ocala and Gainesville as well as telehealth throughout Florida.
(352) 678-4551 View (352) 678-4551
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Mattie Rose Bogoslavsky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32607
Waitlist for new clients
Hi hi! My name is Dr. Mattie Rose Bogoslavsky, and I'm a licensed psychologist in Gainesville, FL. I completed my graduate training at the University of Central Arkansas, where I earned my M.S. in Mental Health Counseling, and my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. One of my main goals is to develop strong and supportive relationships with my clients. I believe in creating an atmosphere filled with laughter and authenticity during sessions. Through this approach, I challenge deep-rooted beliefs and fears, ultimately assisting you in gaining awareness and embracing the need for healthy change.
Hi hi! My name is Dr. Mattie Rose Bogoslavsky, and I'm a licensed psychologist in Gainesville, FL. I completed my graduate training at the University of Central Arkansas, where I earned my M.S. in Mental Health Counseling, and my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. One of my main goals is to develop strong and supportive relationships with my clients. I believe in creating an atmosphere filled with laughter and authenticity during sessions. Through this approach, I challenge deep-rooted beliefs and fears, ultimately assisting you in gaining awareness and embracing the need for healthy change.
(352) 496-8531 View (352) 496-8531
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Jessica Williams
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32601
At some point or another, we are all in a position where we need support navigating tough issues, complicated feelings, and life circumstances. My goal in therapy is to create an environment where you feel comfortable discussing and exploring your experiences, and the emotions attached to them. I am here to listen, provide non-judgmental support, and work with you to heal and thrive.
At some point or another, we are all in a position where we need support navigating tough issues, complicated feelings, and life circumstances. My goal in therapy is to create an environment where you feel comfortable discussing and exploring your experiences, and the emotions attached to them. I am here to listen, provide non-judgmental support, and work with you to heal and thrive.
(352) 614-3016 View (352) 614-3016
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Madison Curry
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32601
I specialize in somatic therapy for those who have experienced trauma. Anxiety, dissociation, reactivity, chronic worry, addiction, and hypervigilance are all adaptive responses for the body after having experienced trauma (car accidents, loss, sexual assault, oppression, domestic violence, emotional abuse, developmental/attachment injuries, and many other historically ignored experiences). My approach is queer, trans, & non-monogamous affirming, sex-positive, and based on a harm reduction approach to addiction.
I specialize in somatic therapy for those who have experienced trauma. Anxiety, dissociation, reactivity, chronic worry, addiction, and hypervigilance are all adaptive responses for the body after having experienced trauma (car accidents, loss, sexual assault, oppression, domestic violence, emotional abuse, developmental/attachment injuries, and many other historically ignored experiences). My approach is queer, trans, & non-monogamous affirming, sex-positive, and based on a harm reduction approach to addiction.
(352) 292-8553 View (352) 292-8553
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Leif Stringer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32606
I work with couples who are struggling with the blame game. When we get distressed we talk at our loved ones, rather than with them. It’s a sign of how alone and scared we feel, and how hungry we are for connection. Many of us simply miss our partner's emotional bids and don’t have a map for secure relationships. I help partners to listen with new awareness and to speak with more self-responsibility and tenderness.
I work with couples who are struggling with the blame game. When we get distressed we talk at our loved ones, rather than with them. It’s a sign of how alone and scared we feel, and how hungry we are for connection. Many of us simply miss our partner's emotional bids and don’t have a map for secure relationships. I help partners to listen with new awareness and to speak with more self-responsibility and tenderness.
(352) 661-2056 View (352) 661-2056
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Ezekiel McLeskey
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32606
I appreciate you considering me as someone that may stand by you during this difficult time. The focus of my individual clinical work has been with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, identity crises, childhood trauma, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms, while tackling a plethora of general life issues. I have also worked with couples and families to resolve interpersonal issues. I am passionate about helping people in systemically oppressed groups like those in LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, and kink communities as well as any others that may find it hard to express parts of themselves. All of you is welcome!
I appreciate you considering me as someone that may stand by you during this difficult time. The focus of my individual clinical work has been with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, identity crises, childhood trauma, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms, while tackling a plethora of general life issues. I have also worked with couples and families to resolve interpersonal issues. I am passionate about helping people in systemically oppressed groups like those in LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, and kink communities as well as any others that may find it hard to express parts of themselves. All of you is welcome!
(352) 646-3342 View (352) 646-3342
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Jillian Vella
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32608  (Online Only)
Welcome to my counseling practice. I know that choosing to begin or re-enter counseling can be a difficult or intimidating decision. My goal is to create a collaborative and safe therapeutic relationship where we can work towards your healing and wellness. I believe that distress - however it manifests - is a response to adversity. In working with people I find that the important questions to ask are "What have you been through?" Or, "What have you experienced?" Not, "What is wrong with you?"
Welcome to my counseling practice. I know that choosing to begin or re-enter counseling can be a difficult or intimidating decision. My goal is to create a collaborative and safe therapeutic relationship where we can work towards your healing and wellness. I believe that distress - however it manifests - is a response to adversity. In working with people I find that the important questions to ask are "What have you been through?" Or, "What have you experienced?" Not, "What is wrong with you?"
(352) 280-3965 View (352) 280-3965
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Ashley Chin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32605  (Online Only)
It takes a lot of courage to look for help, and I’m glad you’re here. You may be feeling alone and like no one understands what you are going through. Perhaps you are feeling scared about coming into therapy because you're not sure where to start. Maybe you are experiencing anxiety, an eating disorder, or problems with your relationships. Perhaps you have had painful experiences in the past that continue to impact you today. Whenever we come to that vulnerable place of asking for help, we want to know we will be understood and heard. That's where I come in.
It takes a lot of courage to look for help, and I’m glad you’re here. You may be feeling alone and like no one understands what you are going through. Perhaps you are feeling scared about coming into therapy because you're not sure where to start. Maybe you are experiencing anxiety, an eating disorder, or problems with your relationships. Perhaps you have had painful experiences in the past that continue to impact you today. Whenever we come to that vulnerable place of asking for help, we want to know we will be understood and heard. That's where I come in.
(772) 227-1620 View (772) 227-1620
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Leslie Fairchild
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32601
Perhaps you’ve felt like something’s been holding you back from living your best life. Or maybe you keep finding yourself in the same place despite your best efforts to make changes or sustain changes you’ve previously made. We all carry the baggage of our past, all of our hurts, pain, self-doubt, and fear, and survived it the best way we knew how. And although we’ve survived 100% of those worst days, surviving is no longer cutting it.
Perhaps you’ve felt like something’s been holding you back from living your best life. Or maybe you keep finding yourself in the same place despite your best efforts to make changes or sustain changes you’ve previously made. We all carry the baggage of our past, all of our hurts, pain, self-doubt, and fear, and survived it the best way we knew how. And although we’ve survived 100% of those worst days, surviving is no longer cutting it.
(352) 280-3228 View (352) 280-3228
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Jean M. Theurer
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, CFP(R), LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32606
Family and Financial Therapy of Florida is a client-centered private practice focused on helping you develop the relationships you desire. Therapy is the best investment you can make for your relationships with yourself, your family and loved ones, and your money. My experience and training as a therapist deeply and positively impacts my work as a financial planner and vice versa. There are many benefits in the pairing of therapy and financial planning that help people transform their lives to experience more freedom, security, connection, gratitude, success, and joy. In addition to financial therapy and life coaching, I provide individual, couples, and family therapy.
Family and Financial Therapy of Florida is a client-centered private practice focused on helping you develop the relationships you desire. Therapy is the best investment you can make for your relationships with yourself, your family and loved ones, and your money. My experience and training as a therapist deeply and positively impacts my work as a financial planner and vice versa. There are many benefits in the pairing of therapy and financial planning that help people transform their lives to experience more freedom, security, connection, gratitude, success, and joy. In addition to financial therapy and life coaching, I provide individual, couples, and family therapy.
(352) 541-2380 View (352) 541-2380
Jean Alberti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32601
Too often we are unable to fully experience our potential in life because we are in pain, feel stuck, or are struggling with difficult emotions. During these times it can be hard to gather the strength needed to move forward. My approach is humanistic, interactive, and collaborative in nature. I trust that a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship has the potential to facilitate tremendous growth and emotional repair. As one moves toward healing my hope is that our work together will empower you to make the meaningful changes and facilitate personal growth.
Too often we are unable to fully experience our potential in life because we are in pain, feel stuck, or are struggling with difficult emotions. During these times it can be hard to gather the strength needed to move forward. My approach is humanistic, interactive, and collaborative in nature. I trust that a secure and trusting therapeutic relationship has the potential to facilitate tremendous growth and emotional repair. As one moves toward healing my hope is that our work together will empower you to make the meaningful changes and facilitate personal growth.
(352) 234-3909 View (352) 234-3909
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Lisa Colyer
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32606
Do you find yourself plagued by memories from the past that create negative beliefs, feelings or self-destructive behaviors in the present? My mission as a therapist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can find freedom from the past, reconnect to your authentic self, in order to cultivate feelings of satisfaction and fulfillment in the present. I am passionate about helping you discover and heal the parts of yourself that may continue to live in shame, isolation, or fear. My own personal healing journey has led me to specialize in a holistic approach that offers support to your mind, body and heart connection.
Do you find yourself plagued by memories from the past that create negative beliefs, feelings or self-destructive behaviors in the present? My mission as a therapist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can find freedom from the past, reconnect to your authentic self, in order to cultivate feelings of satisfaction and fulfillment in the present. I am passionate about helping you discover and heal the parts of yourself that may continue to live in shame, isolation, or fear. My own personal healing journey has led me to specialize in a holistic approach that offers support to your mind, body and heart connection.
(352) 306-2995 View (352) 306-2995
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Ronda R Jordan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32653  (Online Only)
My therapy approach is collaborative, client-centered, trauma informed, and prioritizes the therapeutic relationship. Clients are typically motivated; We work together for change withinternal and/or external events that increase anxiety/fears, stress, panic, and interfere with sleep, relationships, goals, and self care. Clients often want to understand what is happening and why. Additionally, we work to explore practical tools and coping strategies. We also examine ways to process losses and integrate these experiences that continue impact their lives.
My therapy approach is collaborative, client-centered, trauma informed, and prioritizes the therapeutic relationship. Clients are typically motivated; We work together for change withinternal and/or external events that increase anxiety/fears, stress, panic, and interfere with sleep, relationships, goals, and self care. Clients often want to understand what is happening and why. Additionally, we work to explore practical tools and coping strategies. We also examine ways to process losses and integrate these experiences that continue impact their lives.
(239) 695-7733 View (239) 695-7733
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Marjorie Palacios
Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32611
Are you struggling or feel stuck? Are these challenges affecting your personal or professional life, as well as the way you relate to your partner, child, and others? If you are considering psychotherapy, you are taking the first step toward positive and lasting change. Through the process of guided self-exploration, you will be empowered to break away from faulty patterns so that you can increase wellbeing in your life.
Are you struggling or feel stuck? Are these challenges affecting your personal or professional life, as well as the way you relate to your partner, child, and others? If you are considering psychotherapy, you are taking the first step toward positive and lasting change. Through the process of guided self-exploration, you will be empowered to break away from faulty patterns so that you can increase wellbeing in your life.
(772) 218-7366 View (772) 218-7366
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Ashley Bobroff
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32606
Is your child struggling with a trauma, life event, grief, or navigating this neurotypical world that we live in? Does your child need some extra support in processing difficult experiences? I'm here to walk alongside them in their journey. I have specific training and experience in working from a trauma-informed lens with children who have been through trauma/abuse, struggle with suicidal ideation, have experienced grief/loss, and neurodivergent children that may need help figuring out how to move through the world around them. I tailor my therapy to the individual child and their experience, developmental level, and personality.
Is your child struggling with a trauma, life event, grief, or navigating this neurotypical world that we live in? Does your child need some extra support in processing difficult experiences? I'm here to walk alongside them in their journey. I have specific training and experience in working from a trauma-informed lens with children who have been through trauma/abuse, struggle with suicidal ideation, have experienced grief/loss, and neurodivergent children that may need help figuring out how to move through the world around them. I tailor my therapy to the individual child and their experience, developmental level, and personality.
(352) 525-4026 View (352) 525-4026
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Ana P Morrison
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32606
I collaborate with couples and individuals facing a diverse range of challenges such as varying communication styles, sex and sexuality concerns, life transitions, post-partum adjustments, multicultural issues, trauma, ADHD, disordered eating, and depression. I am passionate about helping them deepen their connections and empowering them to realize their full potential, guiding them toward a life free from obstacles and mental/emotional struggles. I achieve this by imparting knowledge on emotional, body, and mind awareness, offering practical coping strategies for daily life, and utilizing EMDR.
I collaborate with couples and individuals facing a diverse range of challenges such as varying communication styles, sex and sexuality concerns, life transitions, post-partum adjustments, multicultural issues, trauma, ADHD, disordered eating, and depression. I am passionate about helping them deepen their connections and empowering them to realize their full potential, guiding them toward a life free from obstacles and mental/emotional struggles. I achieve this by imparting knowledge on emotional, body, and mind awareness, offering practical coping strategies for daily life, and utilizing EMDR.
(352) 745-3820 View (352) 745-3820
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Erin Green
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, RMHCI
Verified Verified
Gainesville, FL 32606
Are you seeking a safe space to ask for and receive help? Do you feel as though you are stuck in a deep valley and cannot find your way out? I am passionate about people and their stories, where mental health and Christianity intersect, and how God is calling us toward redemption. We all encounter circumstances that require introspection, and I delight in walking through the valley with my clients, leading them toward the light. I am a Certified Grief Informed Professional feel led toward walking with others through their valley of grief and loss.
Are you seeking a safe space to ask for and receive help? Do you feel as though you are stuck in a deep valley and cannot find your way out? I am passionate about people and their stories, where mental health and Christianity intersect, and how God is calling us toward redemption. We all encounter circumstances that require introspection, and I delight in walking through the valley with my clients, leading them toward the light. I am a Certified Grief Informed Professional feel led toward walking with others through their valley of grief and loss.
(352) 660-8216 View (352) 660-8216

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.