Therapy for Anxious Avoidant Relationships
Attachment styles aren’t set in stone. They’re formed in our early relationships, but that doesn’t mean they’re a life sentence. Through therapy, you can learn how to build secure, fulfilling relationships.
Unravel the 'why' in anxious avoidant relationships
If you’re wondering, “Will I ever feel emotionally safe in my relationships?,” you’re not alone.
Our therapists in Chicago are here to help you understand how an anxious attachment style and/or an avoidant attachment style may be impacting your relationships—whether with a partner, family, or friends.
In therapy, you’ll explore the patterns that keep you feeling stuck, learn to replace unhelpful coping mechanisms, and develop healthier ways of connecting with others. Our approach is compassionate and personalized, honoring your unique values and life experiences. You will be supported in understanding your emotions, setting healthy boundaries, and building deeper, more secure connections.
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Understand Attachment Patterns
In therapy, we’ll identify how anxious-avoidant behaviors show up in relationships, such as avoiding intimacy or fearing rejection, and understanding their origins.
Build Emotional Awareness & Regulation
Therapy can help you develop skills to recognize and express emotions in a healthy way, rather than suppressing them or becoming overwhelmed.
Challenge Negative Core Beliefs
Together, we’ll identify and reframe negative thoughts about self-worth, trust, and vulnerability that contribute to anxious-avoidant behaviors.
Practice Healthy Communication & Boundary-Setting
In therapy, you can learn how to express needs and feelings without fear of rejection, and create balanced boundaries that respect both your own and others’ needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do anxious-avoidant relationships work?
Yes, anxious-avoidant relationships can work, but they require effort, understanding, and open communication from both partners. Therapy can help each person become aware of their attachment patterns and develop healthier ways of connecting.
Who are anxious avoidants attracted to?
Anxious-avoidant individuals are often drawn to partners with anxious or secure attachment styles. The push-pull dynamic with anxious partners can feel familiar, but secure partners can help foster a sense of stability.
How do avoidants show love?
Avoidants may show love through actions rather than words—such as providing practical support, giving space when needed, or being dependable. They may struggle with verbal expressions of affection but care deeply in their own way.
How to manage an anxious-avoidant relationship?
Managing an anxious-avoidant relationship involves clear communication, mutual understanding, and respect for each other’s needs. Therapy can be especially helpful for learning how to balance connection and independence.
At Indigo Therapy Group, we offer couples therapy for relationships that feel a bit rocky. Learn more here.
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Indigo Therapy Group
Therapy Services for the Greater Chicago Area
Locations
Northbrook Location
Oak Park Location
1011 Lake Street, Suite 425
Oak Park, IL 60301
Things To Know
- Elevators & Parking are available at both locations at the buildings.
- Virtual services are provided throughout Illinois.