Why attachment therapy,not traditional therapy?
Traditional therapy is based on a totally different paradigm – developing relationships, empowering client –
AD therapy is about client trusting others, especially their parents,
giving up control,and finding they still survive.
What is Attachment Disorder?
Very briefly, Reactive attachment disorder (RAD) is a condition found in children who may have received grossly negligent care and do not form a healthy emotional attachment with their primary caregivers -- usually their mothers -- before age 5.
More information will be available in my blog, videos, facebook fanpage, etc.
Welcome to The Attachment Group – Chris Appell, LCPC
Chris is therapist who has worked with children and families for many years in many different arenas.
Personal and Professional Experiences:
*Child Development Degree : Western Illinois
*Preschool Teacher
*Single Mother of 3 children
*Master’s and Educational Specialist from Northern Illinois University
* Therapist
* Specialized Foster Care Supervisor and Clinical Director for 10 years
* Private Practice
* School Counseling Certification for Illinois
*School Counselor for 10 years
*Substitute Teacher and Substitute Counselor in Public Schools
* Trainer and Consultant for Issues around Attachment Disorder
*Continued Private Practice for 20 years full-time to part-time.
*Specialized Training in Attachment Therapy and Trauma-Based Therapy.
