Attachment Therapy in Hamilton for Anxiety, Self-Criticism and Relationships
Therapy that gets to the root of what you're struggling with.
Welcome! We're a small team of therapists based in Hamilton, Ontario, offering attachment-focused therapy for people who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in self-criticism, disconnected from themselves, or caught in difficult relationship patterns.
We help you go beyond coping skills and self-awareness to explore what's underneath those patterns, develop self-compassion, and practice new ways of relating to yourself and others.
You don't have to keep figuring it all out on your own.
If you've tried CBT or other approaches and still feel stuck in familiar patterns, attachment-focused therapy may offer another way to explore what's going on.
If You're Here, Maybe...
Your mind never shuts off...You are filled with rumination, self-criticism, anxiety, or guilt
You feel guilty for resting
You worry about your relationships: losing people or causing conflict
You worry about work: you never feel like you’re doing enough
You struggle with perfectionism and people-pleasing
You've lost touch with yourself...You find it hard to connect with or express your emotions
You feel depressed, low, or numb
You have a complicated relationship with your family...Particularly your parents, in-laws, or siblings
You isolate yourself when you’re feeling low...You struggle with feeling like a burden
You are finding parenting overwhelming; you’re struggling to become the parent you want to be
You feel "not good enough"... You struggle with imposter syndrome
You are seeking support for your child or teen who is struggling with some of the above
Through Our Attachment-Focused Approach to Therapy You Can…
Heal your anxiety: Manage your rumination and physical anxiety symptoms so you can feel more grounded & confident
Soothe your inner critic: Move from persistent self-criticism to self-compassion; learn to accept all parts of yourself
Shift from burnt out to empowered, resilient, and assertive
Feel deeper connection within your relationships (including your relationship with yourself!)
Learn to navigate complex relationships with parents, family, and friends
Learn to slow down and tune into yourself and your needs
What Does “Getting to the Root” in Therapy Mean?
We Start With The Relationship: Our first step is getting to know each other and building an authentic therapeutic relationship where you can feel understood, validated, and safe.
We Track Your Patterns: We take the time to understand the unique ins and outs of your struggles, including when these patterns show up and how they affect your life.
We Get To Know Your History: We explore what it was like to grow up as you—in your family, culture, and community—and how your experiences may have shaped the ways you relate to yourself and others.
We Go Beyond the “Why”: Understanding your patterns is important, but insight alone doesn't always lead to change. We help you begin to recognize, experience, and practice new ways of responding through therapeutic exercises and the work we do together in session.
New Experiences Lead to Change: In attachment-focused therapy, we make space to experience new emotions and practice new ways of relating in the therapeutic relationship. Over time, these experiences can help you create meaningful changes in your life beyond the therapy room.
Meet The Team
Summer Erickson, Registered Psychotherapist, Qualifying
Accepting New Clients
Sarah Kennedy, Registered Psychotherapist, Qualifying
Accepting New Clients
Maggie Clapperton, RSW Psychotherapist
Not Accepting New Clients
How It Works
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Step 1: Book a free, virtual 15-min consultation to truly get a feel for if one of our therapists is right for you.
This is a no-pressure ‘meet and greet’ & your prospective therapist will take the lead!
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Step 2: Your First Session (50 minutes)
Virtual across Ontario or In-Person at our office located at 57-B John Street South, Hamilton. Start building your relationship with your therapist and determine your goals for therapy.
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Step 3: Ongoing Sessions (50 Minutes)
Virtual or In-Person. Sessions usually begin weekly or bi-weekly. Your therapist will check in periodically to explore your progress and needs.
Book A Free Consultation Online
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task. Book a free, no pressure consultation today!