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Emotionally focused therapy for couples (EFTC) is an important framework for couples therapy. It provides an integrative model, drawing upon experiential, systems and attachment theory to understand the dynamics of the couple relationship and to describe the therapeutic process. The aim of this paper...
The Attachment Center of Monterey Bay is your resource for counseling, psychotherapy, training and consultation. We serve the mental health, developmental and behavioral needs of children and families, adults and individuals using research validated approaches based on attachment theory and neuroscience. ...
In this article, we’ll explore anxious avoidant attachment, the signs to look for, and effective strategies to manage it, so you can approach relationships with greater awareness and compassion. What is attachment theory? Attachment theory has been around for many years and was described first b...
Using attachment theory, Bowlby, Ainsworth and other psychologists worked to explain children’s varied reactions to the short-term loss of their mothers or other primary caregivers. Since the emergence of attachment theory, many believe that other researchers have contributed greatly to the field—and...
This study is the first to look at all three systems in attachment theory to explain sexual well-being in long-term couples. While the data did not make it possible to link individuals' specific motives and daily emotions, the findings make a contribution to the scientific literature by pointi...
Another point of consensus among therapists is the effectiveness of therapy in addressing attachment issues. Through methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy, couples counseling, and individual therapy, people can explore their attachment styles, understand their origins, and learn healthier ways of relatin...
Therapy or couples counseling can provide valuable tools and insights for both partners, helping to navigate the complexities of the relationship more effectively. The Journey of Self-Discovery for Fearful Avoidants The journey of self-discovery for fearful avoidants is often a path of confronting ...
According to attachment theory, your attachment style is formed in the first 18 months of life and is based on the way your main caregiver related to you. If they didn't meet your emotional needs in a consistent way, you might have developed an anxious attachment style. ...
Attachment theory categorizes individual behaviors into four distinct styles: Secure, Anxious, Avoidant, and Fearful-Avoidant. Each style reflects a particular pattern in handling closeness, intimacy, and emotional regulation in relationships. Secure attachment, often seen as the ideal, is characterized ...