Attachment

Why all the fuss about attachment?

You’ve probably heard a lot about attachment through your parenting journey, even if you’re a newish parent. It can be a hot topic when it comes to parenting – whether in biological, foster, or adoptive families.

The concept of attachment can sometimes be an elusive or confusing concept, and the path to get there can seem murky, with so many people or parenting styles offering opinions.

Children desperately need secure, healthy relationships with caring adults – that’s what attachment is really about

When a child can form a strong, trusting attachment to a safe adult, they have a foundation upon which to understand their worth, build self-esteem, learn to calm and manage their emotions, and form relationships with others throughout their lives.

Children who don’t have the opportunity to form these types of relationships or whose attachments were compromised or complicated through removal from home, drugs, abuse, medical crises, postpartum depression, or other Big Hard Things, often lack the skills to create these bonds and may face serious negative effects throughout their lives.

Emotional or behavioral issues often improve significantly when we strengthen a child’s attachment to their primary caregiver

It’s amazing to think that something as simple as relationship could help heal wounds, calm fears and anxiety, and diffuse problem behaviors – but I see it happen every day.

Imagine how you feel when you’re with someone who knows you and cares about you deeply. Someone you can be completely yourself with and be accepted and loved fully.

It’s a beautiful experience and allows us to be our best selves. The same is true for our children.

Attachment is not just for babies – It’s never too late to help a child learn the skills to form healthy attachments or strengthen their relationships

Whether you’re a biological, foster, or adoptive parent, your child will benefit from strengthening their attachments. Safe and loving relationships are crucial to our lives.

I can support you and your child in navigating the journey of attachment.

Through modeling strategies, providing insight into your child’s development and needs, and guiding you and your child through activities to strengthen your bond, you will see your relationship with your child blossom.

I can help!

If you have concerns about your relationship with your child or believe your child may be struggling to trust and form healthy attachments, please call me at (951) 599-8383.

I look forward to helping you and your child overcome these challenges and find hope for the relationship you’ve always dreamed of.