Clinical Specialties at C.A.R.E. Inc.
Compassionate, Attachment-Based Mental Health Counseling in Colorado Springs
This is C.A.R.E. This is what we do.
Attachment Challenges
Attachment is a continuum of behaviors. Attachment challenges range from compromised attachment to Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) to Attachment Disorder. C.A.R.E. supports families with children or parents who struggle with attachment to any degree.
Attachment Disorder (AD)
- Clinical Definition: Disorders where children struggle to form healthy emotional bonds due to early neglect.
- Layman’s Definition: Trouble bonding or trusting others because of early abuse or neglect.
- Common Symptoms: Avoiding closeness, mistrust, lack of affection, controlling behavior.
Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
- Clinical Definition: A severe disorder in young children resulting from extreme neglect.
- Layman’s Definition: Inability to connect or trust due to not being cared for early in life.
- Common Symptoms: Withdrawal, lack of interest in relationships, difficulty seeking comfort.
Compromised Attachment
- Clinical Definition: Less severe attachment disruption where individuals still function but struggle emotionally.
- Layman’s Definition: Trouble trusting others due to difficult early experiences.
- Common Symptoms: Emotional detachment, fear of abandonment, trust issues.
Why Choose C.A.R.E., Inc.?
Trauma-Informed: Specialized support for survivors of complex trauma, abuse, neglect, or prolonged stress.
Attachment-Focused: Deep work with attachment wounds and emotional regulation, especially in children and families.
Whole-Person Care: We address emotional, psychological, and developmental needs with customized therapy plans.
Child & Adolescent Experts: Extensive experience in working with children, teens, and their families.
Safe, Faith-Affirming Environment: We honor your story, values, and journey toward healing.
Not Seeing Your Diagnosis?
This list includes many of our areas of expertise but is not exhaustive. If you’ve been diagnosed with a condition not listed here, or you’re unsure where you fit, we still encourage you to reach out.
We’re here to help.
Contact us to schedule a consultation:
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📞 Call/Text: 719-573-1400