by Evelyne Girardet | Jun 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Each month, Dr. Levy answers a common question he has received from professionals, caregivers and parents during three decades of pioneering work on attachment theory, treatment and training. A lack of secure attachment in the early stages of development...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Jun 14, 2022 | Family Therapy, Parenting, Uncategorized
We spend a lot of time talking about mothers as primary early attachment figures. But, as after celebrating Fathers this month, we want to stress dad’s essential role during infancy in fostering secure attachment. Just as with mothers, infants are more likely to...
by Terry Levy | Apr 14, 2022 | The brain, Uncategorized
As researchers have gained a deeper understanding of neurobiology, they have learned that relationships shape the developing brain even in the womb — and they continue to affect the brain’s wiring throughout childhood and into adulthood. Brain development begins two...
by Terry Levy | Jan 18, 2022 | Adult Relationships, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Uncategorized
Every relationship has problems. They don’t have to define the relationship. Most problems have solutions. But it is each person’s approach to those problems in the relationship that influences whether the issues cause a major rift. When you, are able to...
by Terry Levy | Jan 18, 2022 | Adult Relationships, Couples Therapy, Uncategorized, well-being
Forgiveness is an essential component of being able to attain mental, relational, physical and spiritual well-being. It means forgiving yourself and forgiving those who have caused your trauma, thereby creating space for more positive thoughts. Forgiveness can be both...
by Terry Levy | Dec 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
How you typically bond in relationships with others is known as your attachment style or pattern. Do you feel safe and confident in relationships and trust your partner? Or, do you feel insecure and needy? Afraid of commitment and smothered when you get too close? Or,...
