Attachment Therapist in Las Vegas
Are you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed with parenting?
Have you lost sleep over how you are going to handle your child’s intense behavior?
Have you tried every behavioral plan out there and nothing seems to stick?
As a fellow parent, I understand, and I’m here to help.
I’m a nationally-certified attachment therapist who has been researching attachment and parent-child relationships for the last ten years. Attachment-based therapy interventions, like the Circle of Security®, serve as the foundation of my clinical practice.
My approach as an attachment therapist
With years of clinical experience and specialized training in attachment theory, I offer a compassionate, nuanced approach. My practice is rooted in empathy and understanding for parents.
When you work with me, you’ll have a safe space to explore your emotional needs, as well as the difficulties you’re having as a parent. You’ll get so much more than insight into what’s going on with your child. You also gain skills in co-parenting more effectively with your partner(s). When you have a solid foundation in understanding your child’s behavior and needs, you’ll experience an incredible transformation as a parent.
If you’re ready to feel confidence, relief, and hope for the relationship you have with your child, book an appointment with me today.
An Attachment Therapist Is Ideal For
Hey there! I’m Julia.
Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m an attachment therapist in Las Vegas, specializing in helping children and parents work on healing their relationships and promoting attachment security. The Circle of Security® is an attachment-based intervention that focuses primarily on working with parents, but it’s not your typical parenting program. Together, we’ll talk about attachment theory with a user-friendly map, and you’ll develop amazing parenting skills you didn’t even know you needed!
One of the most important factors of success with the Circle of Security® is helping parents feel validated and deeply supported, without minimizing the real challenges parents face with their children and teens every day. Enhancing your relationship with your child is a team effort - it takes a village.
If a community values its children, it must cherish the parents. - John Bowlby, MD
John Bowlby, the founder of attachment theory, and Mary Ainsworth, the creator of the Strange Situation Procedure, were trailblazers in the field of developmental psychology. Not long ago, they helped to change the perspective that if parents “spare the rod” they risk “spoiling the child.” Similarly, parents often heard doctors tell them not to pick up their child when they were crying, as it would cause dependency issues. Using the Circle of Security®, we’ll explore why these methods didn’t work, and how we can reprogram ourselves to be better parents for the next generation.
What are the benefits of working with an attachment therapist?
Relationship-based interventions are designed to enhance attachment security between parents and children. Rooted in decades of research on attachment theory, attachment-based therapy will provide you with the understanding and skills you need to be “bigger, stronger, wiser, and kind” as a parent to your child.
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Interventions like the Circle of Security® help parents understand their child's emotional world, providing insights into their needs, desires, and behaviors.
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By focusing on the parent-child relationship, you’ll learn practical skills to respond to your child's needs effectively, reducing the stress and conflict at home, at school, and in your family.
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The ultimate goal of the attachment-based therapy is to foster and maintain a secure attachment that serves as the foundation for the child's emotional and psychological well-being. The skills you gain and use with your child will benefit the both of you for years to come.
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Numerous studies have shown the effectiveness of attachment-based interventions such as the Circle of Security® in enhancing attachment security, reducing parental stress, and improving child behavior. Research has shown significant improvements in parent-child relationships after participating in the Circle of Security® intervention. Long-term follow-ups revealed lasting benefits, including enhanced emotional regulation in children and reduced parenting stress. More importantly, the Circle of Security® has been successfully adapted for various cultural backgrounds, proving its effectiveness across diverse populations.
How To Get Started
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Schedule Intake Assessment
Click the Book Appointment button and choose a time that works for you for our first appointment. During this meeting, we’ll spend some time talking about what therapy will look like, your preferences, what you can expect, and your personalized goals.
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Patient Forms
Prior to our first appointment, you’ll need to read, sign, and complete the patient forms here. If you have any questions during this process, please reach out and we’ll be happy to help.
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The Psychotherapy Process
We’ll meet for weekly sessions for 45-50 minutes. We’ll explore your relationship with your child together. You’ll better understand attachment theory, how to improve communication and discipline with your child, and practice attachment-based parenting skills each week.
Attachment Therapy FAQs
Who Can Benefit from This Intervention?
The Circle of Security® was originally designed for parents and caregivers of children aged 0-5, but its principles can be applied to older children and teens, too. In my work with parents of teenagers, I’ve seen parents understand their child in a way they never thought possible.
How Long Does the Circle of Security® Intervention Last?
The standard Circle of Security® program usually lasts for 8-20 weeks, depending on the specific needs of the family. As with other therapy approaches, our work is tailored to where you started, where you are now, and where you’d like to be.
Is the Program Only for Parents?
Attachment-based interventions are beneficial for all caregivers, including grandparents and other significant adults in the child's life.
The Circle® is especially helpful for foster and adoptive parents who may not know the needs of their child when they are placed with their family.
Teachers and other professionals can receive training in the Circle of Security® and attachment-based interventions, too! If your school, district, or agency is interested in training staff in the principles of the Circle®, contact us to learn more.
Get help from an attachment therapist today.
If you’re seeking to understand your child’s emotional world, to respond to their needs effectively, and to build a secure, lasting attachment, the Circle of Security® Intervention could be the transformative experience your family needs. Don’t wait to take the first step toward a happier, healthier family life. Contact me today to book your first appointment.