More Than a Therapy Couch

Understanding Attachment Styles in Relationships | How Therapy Helps Build Secure Bonds

Episode Summary

On this episode of More Than a Therapy Couch, Samantha Hartophilis, LPC, unpacks the complexities of attachment styles and their impact on how we connect in romantic, platonic, and family relationships. From anxious to avoidant to disorganized, we explore how our early experiences shape the way we love and relate to others—and how therapy can guide us toward building healthier, more secure bonds. Whether you're navigating dating, in a relationship, or reflecting on your past, this episode offers insight, clarity, and tools for growth.

Episode Notes

Topics Covered:

• The 4 main attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized
• How early childhood and caregiver relationships influence attachment
• Signs you might be operating from an insecure attachment style
• How therapy can support the development of secure attachments
• Practical tools for improving communication, trust, and emotional intimacy

Key Takeaways:

• Attachment styles are not fixed—they can evolve through self-awareness and relational healing
• Therapy provides a safe space to explore your patterns and build secure connections
• Understanding your attachment style can transform how you show up in relationships

Perfect For:

• People in relationships
• Those who are dating or single and curious about their patterns
• Anyone healing from relational trauma or seeking deeper emotional connections