As an attachment-focused therapist, I’m here to support you in building secure, nurturing relationships—starting with the one you have with yourself. These gentle practices are inspired by attachment theory and can help you foster trust, soothe emotional wounds, and deepen your connections. Explore them at your own pace, and I’m here to guide you further in our sessions.
What It Is: A practice to reconnect with a sense of safety and support.
How to Use It: Sit comfortably and close your eyes. Picture a person (real or imagined) who makes you feel safe and cared for—perhaps a loved one, a pet, or even a younger version of yourself. Imagine their presence, their voice, or a warm hug. Spend 3-5 minutes breathing deeply, letting this image anchor you. Use this when you feel alone or disconnected to nurture your inner sense of security.
What It Is: A tool to rebuild self-worth often impacted by attachment wounds.
How to Use It: Find a quiet space and repeat these affirmations slowly: “I am enough,” “I deserve love,” “I am safe to be me.” Place a hand on your heart or cheek as you say them, feeling the warmth of your touch. Practice for 2-3 minutes daily, especially during self-doubt, to cultivate a kinder inner voice and reinforce your inherent value.
What It Is: A way to strengthen communication in key relationships.
How to Use It: Choose a loved one and set aside 5 minutes. Share one thing you appreciate about them and one need you have (e.g., “I feel safe with you, and I need a hug today”). Listen to their response with an open heart. This practice, done weekly, builds trust and mutual understanding, healing relational patterns over time.
What It Is: A visualization to identify and lean on your support network.
How to Use It: Sit quietly and imagine a circle around you. Picture people or qualities (e.g., a friend, resilience) that offer support. Breathe deeply for 3-4 minutes, feeling their presence. When feeling isolated, revisit this mental circle to remind yourself you’re not alone, reinforcing secure attachment.
What It Is: A visualization to identify and lean on your support network.
How to Use It: Sit quietly and imagine a circle around you. Picture people or qualities (e.g., a friend, resilience) that offer support. Breathe deeply for 3-4 minutes, feeling their presence. When feeling isolated, revisit this mental circle to remind yourself you’re not alone, reinforcing secure attachment.
What It Is: A skill to create healthy relational limits, a cornerstone of secure attachment.
How to Use It: Identify a situation where you feel overextended. Practice saying “no” or “I need space” kindly (e.g., to yourself in a mirror or aloud). Take 2-3 minutes to notice how it feels—any tension or relief. Use this daily to build confidence in protecting your emotional well-being.
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