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Elaine Maye
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CFC, MFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30326
Specialties include treatment for depression, anxiety and relationship conflict.
Is your life stressful and overwhelming? Are you ready to break self-destructive patterns and addictions? If your answer is yes, then help is at hand. Goal Focus Counseling Services (GFPS) incorporates faith along with psychodynamic intervention to give you an effective plan of action. Individualized attention is given to address persistent personal, relationship and work concerns. You and your family can express your feelings privately with someone who is supportive and non-judgmental. Our objective is to focus on goals to maximize your therapeutic experience. With over 20 yers. experience, we now offer video/phone sessions.
Specialties include treatment for depression, anxiety and relationship conflict.
Is your life stressful and overwhelming? Are you ready to break self-destructive patterns and addictions? If your answer is yes, then help is at hand. Goal Focus Counseling Services (GFPS) incorporates faith along with psychodynamic intervention to give you an effective plan of action. Individualized attention is given to address persistent personal, relationship and work concerns. You and your family can express your feelings privately with someone who is supportive and non-judgmental. Our objective is to focus on goals to maximize your therapeutic experience. With over 20 yers. experience, we now offer video/phone sessions.
(470) 435-7604 View (470) 435-7604
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Plum Tree Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30033
We can help you sort through your feelings, get clarity about what is not working in your relationship and learn ways for making your relationship better.
Do you wish that you had a better relationship with your partner? Have things not turned out the way you had hoped, do you have the same argument over and over, or has there been a growing distance between you? We at Plum Tree Counseling are here to help you navigate this frustrating time in your life and create the relationship you've always wanted.
We can help you sort through your feelings, get clarity about what is not working in your relationship and learn ways for making your relationship better.
Do you wish that you had a better relationship with your partner? Have things not turned out the way you had hoped, do you have the same argument over and over, or has there been a growing distance between you? We at Plum Tree Counseling are here to help you navigate this frustrating time in your life and create the relationship you've always wanted.
(404) 566-5993 View (404) 566-5993
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Marriage & Family Institute of Atlanta, LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT, MBA
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30341
As a team, we can build a healthy and loving couple relationship through skill-building and practice.
I am a Marriage & Family Neuro-Psychotherapist. I integrate Psychology of Couple Relationships with "Biblical Relational Principles & Behaviors." Neuro-Psychotherapy is an approach to understanding brain/mind functioning as it relates to couple relationships. My approach is aimed at developing healthy and loving relationship through skill-building practice in Communications & Problem Solving, How to renew one's mind with relevant Scripture and Practice for Spiritual Growth, Emotional Intelligence learning w/practice, and Spiritual Mindfulness Meditation Practice that facilitates a calming of the mind and less relational stress.
As a team, we can build a healthy and loving couple relationship through skill-building and practice.
I am a Marriage & Family Neuro-Psychotherapist. I integrate Psychology of Couple Relationships with "Biblical Relational Principles & Behaviors." Neuro-Psychotherapy is an approach to understanding brain/mind functioning as it relates to couple relationships. My approach is aimed at developing healthy and loving relationship through skill-building practice in Communications & Problem Solving, How to renew one's mind with relevant Scripture and Practice for Spiritual Growth, Emotional Intelligence learning w/practice, and Spiritual Mindfulness Meditation Practice that facilitates a calming of the mind and less relational stress.
(404) 998-4028 View (404) 998-4028
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Melissa D Sexton
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
The therapeutic relationship is a practice space that is safe and positive.
I love working with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. As we are all overcoming the pandemic(s), new strategies for thinking about living our best lives are on the forefronts of our minds. I would like to be your conversational partner as you consider the changes you see yourself making in the next 5-10 years. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, and even do team-building consultation within work settings.
The therapeutic relationship is a practice space that is safe and positive.
I love working with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. As we are all overcoming the pandemic(s), new strategies for thinking about living our best lives are on the forefronts of our minds. I would like to be your conversational partner as you consider the changes you see yourself making in the next 5-10 years. I work with individuals, couples, families, groups, and even do team-building consultation within work settings.
(678) 661-9293 View (678) 661-9293
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Deborah A Russo
Psychologist, PsyD, MS, MA, CES
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30328
I am invested in helping individuals & couples navigate the challenges & milestones that surface in serious dating, pre-engagement, engagement, and married relationships. I am a certified facilitator for several evidence-based relationship-building inventory programs that help reduce vulnerability of a failed relationship. Research shows that most people wait until they are six years into a relationship before they reach for the help, direction, and support they need. I help intentional couples build resilient bonds by more deeply understanding one another through learning & practicing tools to enrich their relationship.
I am invested in helping individuals & couples navigate the challenges & milestones that surface in serious dating, pre-engagement, engagement, and married relationships. I am a certified facilitator for several evidence-based relationship-building inventory programs that help reduce vulnerability of a failed relationship. Research shows that most people wait until they are six years into a relationship before they reach for the help, direction, and support they need. I help intentional couples build resilient bonds by more deeply understanding one another through learning & practicing tools to enrich their relationship.
(678) 293-4203 View (678) 293-4203
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Turnmeika Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTS-I, CMAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30308
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/family challenges, grief and loss, and new life transitions.
Throughout life's journey, many people will or may have encountered some form of trauma, abuse, hurt, or pain. If that’s you, I want you also to know that it’s been me too. You’re Not Alone! I am passionate about working with Teens And Adults. I speak trauma, truth, and transparency. Allow me to walk with you along the journey and assist you in living and no longer existing.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship/family challenges, grief and loss, and new life transitions.
Throughout life's journey, many people will or may have encountered some form of trauma, abuse, hurt, or pain. If that’s you, I want you also to know that it’s been me too. You’re Not Alone! I am passionate about working with Teens And Adults. I speak trauma, truth, and transparency. Allow me to walk with you along the journey and assist you in living and no longer existing.
(470) 468-2837 View (470) 468-2837
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Seek Wise Counsel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30308
In my 14+ years as a Therapist I have gathered the skills, experience and clinical expertise in the following areas: Relationship/Marriage Problems, ADHD, Childhood Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Human Sexuality, Anxiety, Self Love, Self Care, Self Acceptance and Identity issues with internal thoughts such as (Who am I, Is it okay to be who I am, am I worthy.
My name is Deon L Sanders and I am the Ower/CEO of Seek Wise Counsel. I and my staff, specialize in African American psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Existential, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Schema Therapy, Gestalt, Trauma Focused CBT and IFS.  My specific training/education in African American Psychology has provided me knowledge and a deeper subconscious understanding of how the residual effects of slavery, and religious trauma hinders our people. We have both Male and Female therapist on staff. To see staff bios and to book free consultations please visit our website seekwisecounseling.com
In my 14+ years as a Therapist I have gathered the skills, experience and clinical expertise in the following areas: Relationship/Marriage Problems, ADHD, Childhood Trauma, PTSD, Depression, Human Sexuality, Anxiety, Self Love, Self Care, Self Acceptance and Identity issues with internal thoughts such as (Who am I, Is it okay to be who I am, am I worthy.
My name is Deon L Sanders and I am the Ower/CEO of Seek Wise Counsel. I and my staff, specialize in African American psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Existential, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Schema Therapy, Gestalt, Trauma Focused CBT and IFS.  My specific training/education in African American Psychology has provided me knowledge and a deeper subconscious understanding of how the residual effects of slavery, and religious trauma hinders our people. We have both Male and Female therapist on staff. To see staff bios and to book free consultations please visit our website seekwisecounseling.com
(678) 252-5351 View (678) 252-5351
Photo of Jennifer R Hooper - Innovations in Counseling LLC, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Innovations in Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30301
Are you living your best life? Do you even know what that might look like? How do you really feel behind the profile pics and hashtags? Are you in need of connection, support, motivation or tools to help you figure it all out? You are not alone and change is possible. Innovations in Counseling works hard with you, drawing out your strengths and making sure that you walk away equipped to conquer your life, your demons and your goals. Individual and couples therapy is available for GA, IN and VA residence. Pre-marital and marital counseling, life coaching and Consulting is available everywhere.
Are you living your best life? Do you even know what that might look like? How do you really feel behind the profile pics and hashtags? Are you in need of connection, support, motivation or tools to help you figure it all out? You are not alone and change is possible. Innovations in Counseling works hard with you, drawing out your strengths and making sure that you walk away equipped to conquer your life, your demons and your goals. Individual and couples therapy is available for GA, IN and VA residence. Pre-marital and marital counseling, life coaching and Consulting is available everywhere.
(770) 285-1543 View (770) 285-1543
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Brittany Robinson Herrera
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30309  (Online Only)
If you are looking for help understanding and addressing issues, big and small, that continue to get in the way of you living your best life, you're in the right place. I offer individual and couples therapy, as well as psychological evaluation, to those experiencing general life stress, depression, anxiety, relational problems, and issues related to past traumas, among other concerns. If you would like to discuss how we can best achieve your optimal mental health and functioning, feel free to email to determine whether my background and services fit your needs. I look forward to meeting you!
If you are looking for help understanding and addressing issues, big and small, that continue to get in the way of you living your best life, you're in the right place. I offer individual and couples therapy, as well as psychological evaluation, to those experiencing general life stress, depression, anxiety, relational problems, and issues related to past traumas, among other concerns. If you would like to discuss how we can best achieve your optimal mental health and functioning, feel free to email to determine whether my background and services fit your needs. I look forward to meeting you!
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Samelhia M Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30324
I am a counselor who specializes in helping clients achieve their goals. I offer a judgment-free, unconventional approach to counseling as I believe therapy should be tailored to the person asking for help. I firmly believe everyone does things in their own unique way and time so honing in on self-identified strengths assists me with helping clients improve upon what they may consider their "challenges". I also assist my clients with getting in tune with those hidden strengths they may be unaware of. The hardest part of therapy is getting started. Book a session and take a chance. It is the only way to be the change you wish to see.
I am a counselor who specializes in helping clients achieve their goals. I offer a judgment-free, unconventional approach to counseling as I believe therapy should be tailored to the person asking for help. I firmly believe everyone does things in their own unique way and time so honing in on self-identified strengths assists me with helping clients improve upon what they may consider their "challenges". I also assist my clients with getting in tune with those hidden strengths they may be unaware of. The hardest part of therapy is getting started. Book a session and take a chance. It is the only way to be the change you wish to see.
(470) 228-4755 View (470) 228-4755
Photo of Aishah Boodram Lcsw - Positive Strides, LLC, MSW, LCSW, QS, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Strides, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30343  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience in the field of Social Work. I began as a social worker working in child welfare. I proceeded to work extensively in hospitals, home health, mental health, child welfare, juvenile court, schools, palliative care, hospice, and residential settings; providing case management and discharge planning. I moved to Georgia 10 years ago with my husband and two daughters and continued to pursue my passion for helping others. I am currently residing in Orlando Florida and practicing as an LCSW in Georgia and Florida. I currently provide telehealth sessions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience in the field of Social Work. I began as a social worker working in child welfare. I proceeded to work extensively in hospitals, home health, mental health, child welfare, juvenile court, schools, palliative care, hospice, and residential settings; providing case management and discharge planning. I moved to Georgia 10 years ago with my husband and two daughters and continued to pursue my passion for helping others. I am currently residing in Orlando Florida and practicing as an LCSW in Georgia and Florida. I currently provide telehealth sessions.
(407) 305-7425 View (407) 305-7425
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Melania Soto Garcia
MA, LPC, NCC, CMHC, CAMS
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30301
I am a bilingual (English - Spanish) therapist, EMDR training and Certified Anger Management Specialist. I’ve had experience with different mental health illnesses including, Anxiety, Depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My passion is to help people through transitions in life. I aim to be an unbiased guide that helps my clients and advocates for them in their journey towards self-actualization. My experience is helping individuals with relationships and family issues and I had helped teens in crisis reconcile with their families. I will enjoy the opportunity to get to know you and be added to your support system.
I am a bilingual (English - Spanish) therapist, EMDR training and Certified Anger Management Specialist. I’ve had experience with different mental health illnesses including, Anxiety, Depression, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. My passion is to help people through transitions in life. I aim to be an unbiased guide that helps my clients and advocates for them in their journey towards self-actualization. My experience is helping individuals with relationships and family issues and I had helped teens in crisis reconcile with their families. I will enjoy the opportunity to get to know you and be added to your support system.
(678) 635-9216 View (678) 635-9216
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Danielle Jediny-Racies, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30301  (Online Only)
Hello. My name is Danielle Jediny-Racies. I am a practicing licensed marriage and family therapist since 2009 providing care for people who live in Oregon, California, Florida, Washington, South Carolina, and Georgia. My therapeutic approach is informed by humanistic and family systems theories, attachment, trauma-informed methods of care and psychobiological approach to couples therapy (PACT). I am steady, reflective, and compassionate.
Hello. My name is Danielle Jediny-Racies. I am a practicing licensed marriage and family therapist since 2009 providing care for people who live in Oregon, California, Florida, Washington, South Carolina, and Georgia. My therapeutic approach is informed by humanistic and family systems theories, attachment, trauma-informed methods of care and psychobiological approach to couples therapy (PACT). I am steady, reflective, and compassionate.
(239) 360-3133 View (239) 360-3133
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Valiant Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30309
For you, therapy is a mirror which allows you to see the best in you as well. Clinically, through the utilization of various evidenced-based clinical modalities, your wholeness, happiness, and peace is attainable. Through therapeutic insight, self-approval, heightened perspective, and authoritative self-shifting, your desire to be the best you is truly possible. It is the aligning of effective therapy approaches, safe and secure emotional refuge, and strength based collaboration that I am certain that your best life experiences can be realized.
For you, therapy is a mirror which allows you to see the best in you as well. Clinically, through the utilization of various evidenced-based clinical modalities, your wholeness, happiness, and peace is attainable. Through therapeutic insight, self-approval, heightened perspective, and authoritative self-shifting, your desire to be the best you is truly possible. It is the aligning of effective therapy approaches, safe and secure emotional refuge, and strength based collaboration that I am certain that your best life experiences can be realized.
(678) 941-1831 View (678) 941-1831
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Denise Lyn-Bradley
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Smyrna, GA 30080  (Online Only)
I strive to provide an open, support and nonjudgmental environment in which my clients feel comfortable expressing, talking, growing and making changes to their daily lives. I assist my clients in obtaining a greater understanding of their feelings, behaviors and thoughts to a fulfilling life. My clients are usually experiencing life changes such as everyday stressors, depression, anxiety, deaths, life transitions, marriage, divorce, parent/child relationships. I work with my clients to identify their strengths, ares of changes and growth and assist their journey to a fulfilling life.
I strive to provide an open, support and nonjudgmental environment in which my clients feel comfortable expressing, talking, growing and making changes to their daily lives. I assist my clients in obtaining a greater understanding of their feelings, behaviors and thoughts to a fulfilling life. My clients are usually experiencing life changes such as everyday stressors, depression, anxiety, deaths, life transitions, marriage, divorce, parent/child relationships. I work with my clients to identify their strengths, ares of changes and growth and assist their journey to a fulfilling life.
(470) 613-8328 View (470) 613-8328
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Helping Other Live Together Inc.
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Tucker, GA 30084
With over 20 years experience as a therapist, and as a graduate of Argosy University Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Holt specializes in Reality Therapy. She is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to children and adolescents, couples, anxiety and trauma. Dr. Holt is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Dr. Holt integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.
With over 20 years experience as a therapist, and as a graduate of Argosy University Sarasota, Florida. Dr. Holt specializes in Reality Therapy. She is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Areas of expertise include but are not limited to children and adolescents, couples, anxiety and trauma. Dr. Holt is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Dr. Holt integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client.
(678) 974-0056 View (678) 974-0056
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Kimberly Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
You've "worked on" yourself plenty but you still feel stuck or blocked. You get anxious or reactive in situations when, rationally, you know that you "shouldn't". The way you actually relate to yourself and people in your life does not look or feel like you wish it would. You know you are capable of more; personally, professionally, creatively, spiritually but your head and heart can't seem to get aligned. You want to feel more at peace in your own skin, more connected to the people in your life, and more engaged with life.
You've "worked on" yourself plenty but you still feel stuck or blocked. You get anxious or reactive in situations when, rationally, you know that you "shouldn't". The way you actually relate to yourself and people in your life does not look or feel like you wish it would. You know you are capable of more; personally, professionally, creatively, spiritually but your head and heart can't seem to get aligned. You want to feel more at peace in your own skin, more connected to the people in your life, and more engaged with life.
(470) 665-5431 View (470) 665-5431

Online Therapists

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Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC, LAPC, MFT, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
McDonough, GA 30253
Are you living with anxiety or depression? Are you having relationship issues with your significant other or family members? Do you need help adjusting to major life changes? Are you ready to make changes to your life that will result in health, happiness, and healing in all areas of your life? Today is the day to schedule an appointment with Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching McDonough to address these issues and more. Located just south of Atlanta, GA, Thriveworks McDonough therapists, counselors, and life coaches are closer than you think to get you through the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Visit us at www.thriveworks.com/mcdonough to see what we are all about. At Thriveworks You Can Thrive. We Can Help.
Are you living with anxiety or depression? Are you having relationship issues with your significant other or family members? Do you need help adjusting to major life changes? Are you ready to make changes to your life that will result in health, happiness, and healing in all areas of your life? Today is the day to schedule an appointment with Thriveworks Counseling and Coaching McDonough to address these issues and more. Located just south of Atlanta, GA, Thriveworks McDonough therapists, counselors, and life coaches are closer than you think to get you through the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Visit us at www.thriveworks.com/mcdonough to see what we are all about. At Thriveworks You Can Thrive. We Can Help.
(404) 998-5102 View (404) 998-5102
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Alice M. Edwards
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSW, MSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Marietta, GA 30062
Waitlist for new clients
If you are struggling with relationship issues, emotional distress, grief and loss, or any of the issues listed above, I am here to help you find solutions and relief.
I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.
If you are struggling with relationship issues, emotional distress, grief and loss, or any of the issues listed above, I am here to help you find solutions and relief.
I am currently fully booked so not taking new clients. I will post an update here when I am able to accept new clients. I work with couples, families, individuals, children, teens, and groups who are struggling with communication, family relationships, couple's relationships, infidelity, grief and loss, divorce, family violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault. Most people struggle in relationships with others at some point in their lives; this is part of being human. We can benefit from talking things through.
(678) 647-9228 View (678) 647-9228
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Eutoka Quillings-Bland
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, BC-TMH, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Acworth, GA 30101
Relationships are hard work. You desire to be the individual that you are, but also try to figure out how to overcome the changes that being in a relationship can bring. Not all relationships are created equal. I want to help you cultivate a healthy relationship (whatever that may look like for you) as well as encourage a healthy relationship with yourself. I desire to provide you with a non-judgmental and empathetic environment where you feel safe to discuss your difficulties. It will be an honor for me to accompany you on your journey of realizing your potential, whether it be individually or in your relationship.
Relationships are hard work. You desire to be the individual that you are, but also try to figure out how to overcome the changes that being in a relationship can bring. Not all relationships are created equal. I want to help you cultivate a healthy relationship (whatever that may look like for you) as well as encourage a healthy relationship with yourself. I desire to provide you with a non-judgmental and empathetic environment where you feel safe to discuss your difficulties. It will be an honor for me to accompany you on your journey of realizing your potential, whether it be individually or in your relationship.
(770) 766-9185 View (770) 766-9185

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Relationship Issues Therapists
While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.