I remember when I first learned about attachment theory and the plasticity of the human brain. It gave me hope in a way I hadn't known before. You move from a model of pathology and having something wrong with you, to an understanding that you are fundamentally sound, just your development has gone astray. And while it cannot be completely restored to what it would have been if you had gotten what you needed as a child, it is enough for you to heal and live a much fuller life. I am glad that you are experiencing that hope. It sounds like you have a great T.
Don't know if you've read it, but based on this post I think you would really enjoy the book A General Theory of Love. It provides a great explanation of attachment theory and the brain and how that informs a healing therapy. I actually recommended the book to my T (I recommend this book to everyone!
). He read it and we used it alot in our work together for some time. AG