If you work with kids, families, or clients impacted by trauma, you’re in the right place.
The Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is your go-to podcast for real conversations about trauma, attachment, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve.
Every other week, host Kirsty Nolan sits down with experts in attachment, trauma, and child development to talk about the stuff that really matters—how trauma shapes behavior and development, how to build stronger relationships, and how to bring these insights into your daily work.
Looking for practical tips you can actually use? Wondering how to better support your clients? Curious about the latest research in attachment and trauma? We’ve got you covered.
With nearly 2 million downloads, over 300 episodes, and a loyal community of listeners, the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast helps professionals like you grow and learn—all in under an hour, every other week.
Whether you’re a therapist, counselor, social worker, parent, or simply someone who cares deeply about helping others, this is a space for learning, growth, and inspiration. Hit follow, and let’s dive into the work that changes lives.
The Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock. Chaddock equips thousands of educators, clinicians, and helping professionals on the latest trauma-informed, attachment based strategies. Visit www.Chaddock.org/learn to learn more.
Want to jump behind the mic and share your expertise? Visit AttachmentTheoryInAction.com to fill out our form to be a guest.
Episodes
Jul 21, 2026
Jul 21, 2026
45 min
Today, Kirsty is joined by Suzanne Summers, a nurse, mother and author, and together they explore how safe, nurturing relationships can help children impacted by trauma build trust, heal, and thrive.
Show Notes:
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Jul 7, 2026
Jul 7, 2026
57 min
This week, Kirsty and Navy Chaplain, Larry Brant, talk about how secure relationships, resilience, and how compassionate presence can help us heal from trauma, navigate moral injury, and find hope through meaningful human connection.
Show Notes:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-brant-09394544/
- https://www.facebook.com/larry.brant.5/
- https://www.instagram.com/larrybrant/
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Jun 23, 2026
Jun 23, 2026
54 min
In this episode of Attachment Theory in Action, Kirsty welcomes Ralph Brewer, author and founder of Help for Men, for an important conversation about men's mental health, attachment, relationships, and healing.
Show Notes:
- @dadstartingover on Facebook, Youtube, X, and Instagram
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Jun 9, 2026
Jun 9, 2026
45 min
Today Kirsty sits down with Ranae Van Roekel, founder and host of Connecting to Cope, to discuss generational trauma and attachment patterns, as well as the critical role being truly seen plays in healing.
Show Notes:
- https://connectingtocope.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/connecting-to-cope/posts/?feedView=all
- Facebook: connectingtocope
- Instagram: @connectingtocope
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May 27, 2026
May 27, 2026
51 min
This week Kirsty sits down with Amie Cooper and Cindy Painter from Flourishing Families of South Carolina. The conversation delves into the experiences of foster and adoptive parents and how attachment is important, not only in the parent-child dyad but in systems as a whole.
Show Notes:
- www.flourishingfamilies.org
- https://www.flourishingfamiliessc.org/meettheneed
- https://www.facebook.com/flourishingfamiliesofsc
- https://www.instagram.com/flourishingfamiliessc
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May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
52 min
Kirsty sits down with Norberto Troncoso, speaker, performance coach and educator, to talk about his journey through brain injury and his early life experiences and how they shape his life today and how he applies them to his work with young people.
Show Notes
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IG: @norbertotroncosoofficial
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TikTok: @realnorbertotroncoso
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Apr 28, 2026
Apr 28, 2026
41 min
In this episode, Kirsty sits down with C. Jana Carter, NC Certified Behavioral Health Specialist, Motivational Speaker and Program Director to explore how trauma, culture, and early experiences shape our identity, and how the power of reframing can help us break free from those patterns.
Show Notes:
- https://link.edgepilot.com/s/5f3c1f4f/qniPIDfjQEetVz9hiEg5AQ?u=http://www.cjanacarter.com/
- Instagram: @sheiscjana
- TikTok: @sheiscjana
- Linkin: Jana Carter
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Apr 14, 2026
Apr 14, 2026
45 min
This week Kirsty welcomes Danielle Bernock, Trauma-Informed Coach, Speaker, Author and owner of 4F Media. This powerful conversation takes us on a journey of how to heal emotional trauma and rebuild your relationship with yourself, and others.
Show Notes:
- https://www.facebook.com/daniellebernock/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellebernock/
- https://www.instagram.com/dbernock/
- https://www.youtube.com/c/DanielleBernockLovesYou
- https://www.tiktok.com/@dbernock
- https://x.com/DBernock
- https://www.alignable.com/utica-mi/danielle-bernock-2025-local-business-person-of-the-year-2025-top-50-women-of-alignable
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Mar 31, 2026
Mar 31, 2026
53 min
This week, Kirsty sits down with Gazit Chaya "Z" Nkosi for a talk about how our nervous system shapes attachment, behavior, and healing and how to create a meaningful life through self-acceptance.
Show Notes:
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Mar 17, 2026
Mar 17, 2026
45 min
Today Kirsty sits down with Dr. Merideth Thompson for an open conversation about how to recognize when relationships aren't working and the steps needed to gain clarity and determine next steps to become healthier and happier.
Show Notes:
Merideth Thompson, Ph.D.
Founder – Partner Lab “Clarity. Confidence. Hope.”
Clarity for Every RelationshipMerideth Thompson, Ph.D.
Founder – Partner Lab “Clarity. Confidence. Hope.”
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