Attachment Matters, LLC

Attachment Matters, LLC is a team of professional development training experts and psychologists passionate about transforming the lives of both youth and adults. As a socioemotional learning (SEL) education company, we focus on nurturing self-awareness, self-management, resilience, social awareness, and relationship skills among school personnel (preschool through adult), families (preschool through grade 12), and students (grade 9 and above). We achieve this by leveraging the empirically validated Attachment Styles framework, empowering individuals to thrive in both personal and professional settings. Founded in 2024 by CEO Heather Thompson, Attachment Matters, LLC reflects Heather’s lifelong dedication to education and personal growth. Heather holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology and is a certified multiple subject teacher in California. After several years of teaching, where she was celebrated by parents and students alike, she transitioned into professional development for educators, working with leading organizations such as HMH, Savvas, IXL Learning, and Curriculum Associates. With 25 years of experience, Heather has built a reputation as both a mentor and manager, celebrated by clients for her dynamic training style and by her team for her inspiring leadership and steadfast support. Her expertise lies in crafting and delivering professional development programs that drive meaningful change. Before launching Attachment Matters, she spent three years as a Partner Success Manager, collaborating with school districts to implement educational products, further solidifying her reputation as a trusted leader in the field. In August 2024, Heather obtained her Integrated Attachment Theory Coaching TM Certification from the Personal Development School, equipping her with specialized expertise in relationship coaching focusing on attachment theory.