Bonding psychotherapy, an effective group therapy for attachment problems

Bonding psychotherapy is an intensive form of group therapy with the goal of overcoming the fear of intimacy and rejection. The theory, method and the research results of the bonding psychotherapy are described in this article. The ultimate aim of the bonding psychotherapy is to increase the ability to fulfil the biopsychosocial basic needs, to be able to enter into positive relationships and to enjoy life. Bonding is the process of becoming emotionally open and physically close to another person. Exercises with other group members help to experience and fulfil the need for bonding. During these exercises intense emotions often surface that are linked to past painful experiences. With the described method, trust in others is increased and negative attitudes concerning oneself in relation to others become more positive. These are emotionally corrective experiences. An overview of the research results is given and these are surprisingly good