What Are Attachment Styles?

Attachment styles shape how we connect with others, rooted in our earliest bonds with
caregivers. These patterns—secure, anxious, avoidant, and fearful—guide how we give and
receive love. Anxious attachment, in particular, is marked by a fear of abandonment, craving
reassurance, and heightened emotional responses. While these habits start in childhood, they
often influence adult relationships.

Living With Anxious Attachment

For adults with an anxious attachment style, relationships can feel like walking on a tightrope.
They seek constant closeness and reassurance but often fear their partner will pull away. Small
changes, like a missed text or a partner’s quiet mood, can spark worry and insecurity. This
heightened sensitivity can lead to clinginess, overthinking, and struggles with trust. Despite these
challenges, anxious attachment doesn’t mean relationships are doomed—it’s simply a call to
grow and heal.

Finding Security Through Therapy

Therapy provides a supportive path for those with anxious attachment to build more secure and
fulfilling relationships. By uncovering emotional triggers and exploring patterns, individuals can
learn to respond calmly, and with clarity instead of fear. With guidance from our therapists at
Trauma Therapy CA, you’ll develop essential skills like self-awareness, boundary-setting, and
emotional resilience. These tools create space for deeper trust and healthier connections. Anxious
attachment doesn’t define you—it’s something you can overcome with the right support and
commitment.