Attachment-based Therapists in Aloha, OR
![Photo of Sawyer Sheldon, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/2df7e60e-d6a1-4343-811d-c35f25e47ed8/1/320x400.jpeg)
Did you wake up this morning with a pit in your stomach? Are you feeling a sense of dread as you start your day? Are you feeling like you are never on top of work, school, relationships, parenting, or life in general? When was the last time you felt like you actually got anything on your mile long to-do list done? Are these “unprecedented times” wearing you down? Are you still thinking about that thing you said when you were hanging out with your friend? Are you feeling anxious about social commitments? Do you lay awake at night thinking about every little thing until you are spiraling out of control?
Did you wake up this morning with a pit in your stomach? Are you feeling a sense of dread as you start your day? Are you feeling like you are never on top of work, school, relationships, parenting, or life in general? When was the last time you felt like you actually got anything on your mile long to-do list done? Are these “unprecedented times” wearing you down? Are you still thinking about that thing you said when you were hanging out with your friend? Are you feeling anxious about social commitments? Do you lay awake at night thinking about every little thing until you are spiraling out of control?
![Photo of Laura Stahman - Sellwood Counseling Services, MA, MFT, NCC, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c2cbd3d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Sellwood Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Aloha, OR 97006
Waitlist for new clients
My training as a couples, marriage and family therapist leads me to view client functioning in terms of relationships. My goal is to help clients bring forth a self that feels true and real. I help clients learn to ask for and receive what they need from others, embracing life and life's challenges with courage, renewed spirit, and a sense of wholeness. When clients feel supported, validated, and understood they often find that symptoms of depression and anxiety are relieved. Working with me, clients will learn to access their inner resources as we generate solutions together.
My training as a couples, marriage and family therapist leads me to view client functioning in terms of relationships. My goal is to help clients bring forth a self that feels true and real. I help clients learn to ask for and receive what they need from others, embracing life and life's challenges with courage, renewed spirit, and a sense of wholeness. When clients feel supported, validated, and understood they often find that symptoms of depression and anxiety are relieved. Working with me, clients will learn to access their inner resources as we generate solutions together.
![Photo of Mella Kaufman - Couples, child and family therapy office, MA, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9f485673-5d85-4a3c-af21-c3f85fb1b468/2/320x400.jpeg)
Couples, child and family therapy office
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Aloha, OR 97007 (Online Only)
It's not what problems you have but how you solve them. Deepen your connection and understanding in your relationship. Learn to soothe your fears with your partner. Build emotional intelligence and self soothing skills. You can feel truly seen and truly heard. You can heal through your relationship. I specialize in helping couples and individuals: heal in a safe, compassionate space.
It's not what problems you have but how you solve them. Deepen your connection and understanding in your relationship. Learn to soothe your fears with your partner. Build emotional intelligence and self soothing skills. You can feel truly seen and truly heard. You can heal through your relationship. I specialize in helping couples and individuals: heal in a safe, compassionate space.
![Photo of Susan Scharfman, MS, MFT, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3c802c7b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
My approach to clinical practice is highly interactive, relational, practical and humorous. I provide you with support,compassion and insight to encourage change and growth.
My approach to clinical practice is highly interactive, relational, practical and humorous. I provide you with support,compassion and insight to encourage change and growth.
![Photo of Michelle Chabino, LPC, LAC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6c5a9105-d5f3-4d64-b343-da488f264bd1/1/320x400.jpeg)
Have you been struggling with difficult life events, mental health issues or life transitions? Are you looking to know more about yourself? I can help. I have been able to work with many clients with a variety of issues. I utilize and have trainings in most research based approaches including EMDR, DBT, IFS, and ACT among a few. I am able to work with clients with depression, Anxiety, and PTSD along with other life events and decisions.
Have you been struggling with difficult life events, mental health issues or life transitions? Are you looking to know more about yourself? I can help. I have been able to work with many clients with a variety of issues. I utilize and have trainings in most research based approaches including EMDR, DBT, IFS, and ACT among a few. I am able to work with clients with depression, Anxiety, and PTSD along with other life events and decisions.
![Photo of Peggy Van Duyne, LPC, LMHC, Licensed Psychoanalyst](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/524064d7-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Peggy Van Duyne
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Aloha, OR 97006 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am an Insight oriented, GLBTQIA friendly and anti-racist practitioner. I focus on long-term change and improved well-being while working towards "here and now" self-compassion, self-care and behavioral changes to achieve lasting change. I strive to promote advocacy, social justice and inherent self worth with each client. I work with clients concerned with substance use/abuse, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma and emotional regulation concerns among other areas of concern. You may see more about my areas of focus in my profile.
I am an Insight oriented, GLBTQIA friendly and anti-racist practitioner. I focus on long-term change and improved well-being while working towards "here and now" self-compassion, self-care and behavioral changes to achieve lasting change. I strive to promote advocacy, social justice and inherent self worth with each client. I work with clients concerned with substance use/abuse, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, life transitions, trauma and emotional regulation concerns among other areas of concern. You may see more about my areas of focus in my profile.
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Welcome to support for the second half of life! If you are dealing with changing health, self-reinvention, or aging, you have found a therapeutic home. Meeting is convenient: You can see me at the Sage Center, at an Assisted Living or Skilled Nursing facility, or work by video or phone - I have provided telehealth since 2005. You can expect compassion based on 40-years experience including career and retirement counseling, LGBTQ advocacy and counseling, inpatient gero-psych, work at care facilities and work with first nations people in 3 countries will allow us to get to the issues quickly and with deep understanding.
Welcome to support for the second half of life! If you are dealing with changing health, self-reinvention, or aging, you have found a therapeutic home. Meeting is convenient: You can see me at the Sage Center, at an Assisted Living or Skilled Nursing facility, or work by video or phone - I have provided telehealth since 2005. You can expect compassion based on 40-years experience including career and retirement counseling, LGBTQ advocacy and counseling, inpatient gero-psych, work at care facilities and work with first nations people in 3 countries will allow us to get to the issues quickly and with deep understanding.
![Photo of Stephani Robles, PCA , LPC Intern](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7a2c64c6-34ff-45f1-ae3b-003f44b036eb/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hello my name is Stephani and I am taking new clients in Oregon. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. As a counselor, I work collaboratively with clients to identify strengths and challenges, provide new perspectives, and help identify tools and skills to work towards goals. My clinical approach draws upon various therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Hello my name is Stephani and I am taking new clients in Oregon. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives. As a counselor, I work collaboratively with clients to identify strengths and challenges, provide new perspectives, and help identify tools and skills to work towards goals. My clinical approach draws upon various therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy
![Photo of David Kremmel, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bfee7db8-3344-4d9a-9f0c-c287cc1dfd54/19/320x400.jpeg)
Accepting new clients as of 8/05/24. I believe you and your relationships are too important to put off therapy. Maybe it’s that reoccurring fight leaving you stuck, unseen, or feeling hopeless in your relationship? Or you are ready to address the anxiety, negative thoughts, or loss of motivation that's been accepted as your new normal. Maybe what previously worked feels dull in this season of life and you want to see and feel progress again. I utilize an integrative approach centered on evidence-based practices such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, ACT, Narrative, and others to help you accomplish your desired outcome in therapy.
Accepting new clients as of 8/05/24. I believe you and your relationships are too important to put off therapy. Maybe it’s that reoccurring fight leaving you stuck, unseen, or feeling hopeless in your relationship? Or you are ready to address the anxiety, negative thoughts, or loss of motivation that's been accepted as your new normal. Maybe what previously worked feels dull in this season of life and you want to see and feel progress again. I utilize an integrative approach centered on evidence-based practices such as Emotionally Focused Therapy, ACT, Narrative, and others to help you accomplish your desired outcome in therapy.
![Photo of Maria Cristina Isaza-Chapman, MA, MFT, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bf15f05-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/5/320x400.jpeg)
Maria Cristina Isaza-Chapman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aloha, OR 97007 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Life transitions often come accompanied by fears and challenges,along with alternatives, and new opportunities for growth. In working with adults, couples, parents and families, and as an experienced bilingual/bi-cultural therapist with more than twenty years of practice, I will help you to explore practical and brief solutions to specific problems in order to brake dysfunctional relational patterns that affect you and your loved one's. I will implement and tailor the best treatment plan that fits your needs, taking into an account your cultural background.
Life transitions often come accompanied by fears and challenges,along with alternatives, and new opportunities for growth. In working with adults, couples, parents and families, and as an experienced bilingual/bi-cultural therapist with more than twenty years of practice, I will help you to explore practical and brief solutions to specific problems in order to brake dysfunctional relational patterns that affect you and your loved one's. I will implement and tailor the best treatment plan that fits your needs, taking into an account your cultural background.
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![Photo of Jessica Larson-Wu, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/d7990db1-c318-4dc7-bfc6-4509861e04bf/2/320x400.jpeg)
I work primarily with anxiety, trauma, shame, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I work well with people who identify as conflict avoidant, people pleasers, or people who have trouble being vulnerable in relationships. I help people explore stories about themselves that are no longer serving them. I also enjoy supporting people in practicing grounding/mindfulness skills so they can be more present in their lives. I can also support people experiencing mild OCD related to morality.
I work primarily with anxiety, trauma, shame, life transitions, and relationship concerns. I work well with people who identify as conflict avoidant, people pleasers, or people who have trouble being vulnerable in relationships. I help people explore stories about themselves that are no longer serving them. I also enjoy supporting people in practicing grounding/mindfulness skills so they can be more present in their lives. I can also support people experiencing mild OCD related to morality.
![Photo of Melissa Ellsworth, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/644570ba-258c-4160-a5a8-2cc31d97326b/1/320x400.jpeg)
I use evidenced-based approaches including Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Internal Family Systems, attachment-based & DBT skills.
Do you ever feel stuck in a body that doesn't feel, act or look the way you want it to? Does it feel like your brain and body are out of sync? Whether it be chronic pain, sexual difficulties or gender incongruence - I'm here to help you get your mind and body back into alignment. As a queer and neurodivergent clinical psychologist, I will tailor therapy to meet your unique needs, and offer the tools and support you need to feel less pain, more sexual freedom and gender affirmation.
I use evidenced-based approaches including Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Internal Family Systems, attachment-based & DBT skills.
Do you ever feel stuck in a body that doesn't feel, act or look the way you want it to? Does it feel like your brain and body are out of sync? Whether it be chronic pain, sexual difficulties or gender incongruence - I'm here to help you get your mind and body back into alignment. As a queer and neurodivergent clinical psychologist, I will tailor therapy to meet your unique needs, and offer the tools and support you need to feel less pain, more sexual freedom and gender affirmation.
![Photo of Jesse Cetz, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ba4b9a5b-6062-4a26-869b-847d9c16a349/3/320x400.jpeg)
It can be different. I believe in helping individuals on their paths toward flourishing relationships and insightful introspection. I am a first-generation Latino with white privilege. I grew up in a low-socioeconomic neighborhood. I began this journey with a desire for couples to build healthy foundations together, and for children to find their voice in the world around them. I utilize an attachment-based approach that emphasizes change occurring in the therapy room with an exploration of core emotions at the root. You can expect me to show up as the unique me because I value you bringing your unique self.
It can be different. I believe in helping individuals on their paths toward flourishing relationships and insightful introspection. I am a first-generation Latino with white privilege. I grew up in a low-socioeconomic neighborhood. I began this journey with a desire for couples to build healthy foundations together, and for children to find their voice in the world around them. I utilize an attachment-based approach that emphasizes change occurring in the therapy room with an exploration of core emotions at the root. You can expect me to show up as the unique me because I value you bringing your unique self.
![Photo of Claudia Byrne, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/93b067cc-d5fc-44a1-afc9-60414a2bc8ef/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have over 20+ years of experience treating trauma with neurobiological and attachment-based approaches.
Are you feeling stuck in the past and unable to move forward? Are you wanting to delve deeper into healing from a trauma event or upcoming stressful life event? Do you feel stuck and wish you were making faster progress than you have been from going to weekly psychotherapy sessions? In my experience, 3-4 hour therapy intensive sessions accelerate progress in a shorter period of time for faster trauma resolution. Healing can occur in a few days of therapy intensive sessions rather than over years of weekly sessions. The only openings I have at this time are for therapy intensive sessions and in my online CBT-I Insomnia class.
I have over 20+ years of experience treating trauma with neurobiological and attachment-based approaches.
Are you feeling stuck in the past and unable to move forward? Are you wanting to delve deeper into healing from a trauma event or upcoming stressful life event? Do you feel stuck and wish you were making faster progress than you have been from going to weekly psychotherapy sessions? In my experience, 3-4 hour therapy intensive sessions accelerate progress in a shorter period of time for faster trauma resolution. Healing can occur in a few days of therapy intensive sessions rather than over years of weekly sessions. The only openings I have at this time are for therapy intensive sessions and in my online CBT-I Insomnia class.
![Photo of Maria Fox, MA, PCA, MHCA, LPC Intern](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8a33d97e-5b66-4798-8677-17f28606c61b/3/320x400.jpeg)
I work from an attachment-based model of therapy with individuals, married couples, "couples", and pre-marital couples.
I specialize in helping Couples find connection through healthy communication, conflict management, and intimacy utilizing standardized Gottman Method tools. I believe Individuals and Couples seek counseling because they want something to be different in their lives, and I think by working together we can make those changes happen. In the counseling process, both individual and couples clients can be helped to understand themselves better, set personal goals, and be supported in development. I aspire to meet you both where you are at, help you to feel valued, heard, and understood through our work together.
I work from an attachment-based model of therapy with individuals, married couples, "couples", and pre-marital couples.
I specialize in helping Couples find connection through healthy communication, conflict management, and intimacy utilizing standardized Gottman Method tools. I believe Individuals and Couples seek counseling because they want something to be different in their lives, and I think by working together we can make those changes happen. In the counseling process, both individual and couples clients can be helped to understand themselves better, set personal goals, and be supported in development. I aspire to meet you both where you are at, help you to feel valued, heard, and understood through our work together.
![Photo of Ally Madden, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c9a40b28-219a-4b05-ac21-76ad354aee3b/2/320x400.jpeg)
At my core I am person-centered and strengths-based and I bring that into my work on a daily basis, as well using an attachment-based and trauma focused perspective.
I am currently accepting new clients for day time appointment slots only. I offer clients a compassionate and safe space to explore current and past experiences and traumas that are impacting their lives. While I enjoy working with people of all ages, experiences and backgrounds, my specialty lies in teens and young adults. I have significant experience working with adolescents who have been or are currently in the foster care system, folks who have experienced intimate partner violence, and individuals who have been deeply impacted by trauma. I truly believe that everyone has the power and capacity to grow and heal.
At my core I am person-centered and strengths-based and I bring that into my work on a daily basis, as well using an attachment-based and trauma focused perspective.
I am currently accepting new clients for day time appointment slots only. I offer clients a compassionate and safe space to explore current and past experiences and traumas that are impacting their lives. While I enjoy working with people of all ages, experiences and backgrounds, my specialty lies in teens and young adults. I have significant experience working with adolescents who have been or are currently in the foster care system, folks who have experienced intimate partner violence, and individuals who have been deeply impacted by trauma. I truly believe that everyone has the power and capacity to grow and heal.
![Photo of Ryan Leith, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8e723e97-3a89-4f57-a84c-a9f82568dc99/1/320x400.jpeg)
My approach is highly relational, attachment-based, and trauma-informed.
Therapy is a wonder to me. It’s a powerful space where we can nurture a safe environment to explore the painful aspects of the human experience. At times, we can undergo a profound feeling of being stuck or lost without knowing how to find relief. I love coming alongside people on that journey, bringing a curious, non-judgmental stance to your healing process. I'd want to give more gentle attention to both your light and shadow in hopes to reduce inner conflict and promote a deeper and more kind self-inquiry. Through compassion, warmth, and much-needed humor, my hope is to bring ease as you travel uneasy waters.
My approach is highly relational, attachment-based, and trauma-informed.
Therapy is a wonder to me. It’s a powerful space where we can nurture a safe environment to explore the painful aspects of the human experience. At times, we can undergo a profound feeling of being stuck or lost without knowing how to find relief. I love coming alongside people on that journey, bringing a curious, non-judgmental stance to your healing process. I'd want to give more gentle attention to both your light and shadow in hopes to reduce inner conflict and promote a deeper and more kind self-inquiry. Through compassion, warmth, and much-needed humor, my hope is to bring ease as you travel uneasy waters.
![Photo of David A Sangster, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d7fc648-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
"David has been doing very effective, innovative and challenging deep attachment-based work since 1995 with children/families, couples, and adults of ALL ages.
From struggling to THRIVING. Become more fully "yourself." Enjoy relationship satisfaction. Strengthen connection to something bigger that is meaningful. Get relief from depression and anxiety (really!). Improve effectiveness at work. Feel more at home in your body, content. Mindful and present. LAUGH. Choosing a therapist that is both really good AND a great fit is important. There is a difference here you will experience from the get go. The office is in a 1930's Cape Cod style house...inviting & comfortable. With warmth and character. David is unusually relational and "real." Sessions are 60, 75 or 90 minutes rather than 50.
"David has been doing very effective, innovative and challenging deep attachment-based work since 1995 with children/families, couples, and adults of ALL ages.
From struggling to THRIVING. Become more fully "yourself." Enjoy relationship satisfaction. Strengthen connection to something bigger that is meaningful. Get relief from depression and anxiety (really!). Improve effectiveness at work. Feel more at home in your body, content. Mindful and present. LAUGH. Choosing a therapist that is both really good AND a great fit is important. There is a difference here you will experience from the get go. The office is in a 1930's Cape Cod style house...inviting & comfortable. With warmth and character. David is unusually relational and "real." Sessions are 60, 75 or 90 minutes rather than 50.
![Photo of Maggie McCarron, LPC , Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0c3f070f-7f6b-428f-b147-98d287504229/1/320x400.png)
My name is Maggie McCarron, I am a LPC in Oregon. I work with adults struggling with a variety of concerns. Every person is unique, which means I work personally with you to understand who you are, what goals you have and what you are looking for in therapy to help your life get back on track. My hope is to offer a safe space for you to accomplish this by gaining a deeper understanding and awareness of yourself. These understandings come from evidenced based depth models including psychodynamic, attachment based, and behavioral therapies.
My name is Maggie McCarron, I am a LPC in Oregon. I work with adults struggling with a variety of concerns. Every person is unique, which means I work personally with you to understand who you are, what goals you have and what you are looking for in therapy to help your life get back on track. My hope is to offer a safe space for you to accomplish this by gaining a deeper understanding and awareness of yourself. These understandings come from evidenced based depth models including psychodynamic, attachment based, and behavioral therapies.
![Photo of Danielle Gerding, MA, QMHP](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/96376fee-cdaf-4541-8119-941062c46c17/2/320x400.jpeg)
I serve adolescents and young adults who have a desire for understanding what is happening within them and discovering ways to improve their mental well-being as they develop. I strive to provide a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere where crying is accepted and laughter is encouraged. I deeply value getting to know an individual's true self and embracing the unique ways they see the world. My goal is to guide clients in learning skills and discovering their own personal strengths so that they can find confidence in their ability to heal and work through struggles on their own after counseling is complete.
I serve adolescents and young adults who have a desire for understanding what is happening within them and discovering ways to improve their mental well-being as they develop. I strive to provide a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere where crying is accepted and laughter is encouraged. I deeply value getting to know an individual's true self and embracing the unique ways they see the world. My goal is to guide clients in learning skills and discovering their own personal strengths so that they can find confidence in their ability to heal and work through struggles on their own after counseling is complete.
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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.