
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.
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Episodes

Jul 26, 2022
Jul 26, 2022
24 min
Karen welcomes Dr. Aimie Apigian for part one of their discussion on a medical doctor's approach to attachment theory. Part two will be released on Tuesday, August 2nd

Jul 19, 2022
Jul 19, 2022
29 min
Dr. Jeanne Howard of Illinois State University and the National Center for Adoption and Permanency joins Karen for the conclusion of their conversation on meeting the needs of adoptive and foster families.

Jul 12, 2022
Jul 12, 2022
23 min
Dr. Jeanne Howard of Illinois State University and the National Center for Adoption and Permanency joins Karen for part one of their conversation on meeting the needs of adoptive and foster families. Part 2 will be released on July 19th.

Jul 5, 2022
Jul 5, 2022
33 min
Karen welcomes Adam Pertman, founder, president, and CEO of the National Center on Adoption and Permanency to the show for the conclusion of their conversation about big picture permanency issues in adoption and foster care.

Jun 28, 2022
Jun 28, 2022
33 min
Karen welcomes Adam Pertman, founder, president, and CEO of the National Center on Adoption and Permanency to the show for part one of their conversation about big picture permanency issues in adoption and foster care.

Jun 21, 2022
Jun 21, 2022
31 min
Karen welcomes Kim Phagen-Hansel, editor of Fostering Families Today and Managing Editor of The Impact, to the show for the conclusion of their conversation about the journalist's perspective of issues in adoption, foster care, and attachment.

Jun 14, 2022
Jun 14, 2022
24 min

Jun 7, 2022
Jun 7, 2022
34 min
Karen welcomes Linda Chapman, founder and director of Art Therapy Institute of the Redwoods, to the show for the conclusion of their conversation about finding attunement with children and adolescents.

May 31, 2022
May 31, 2022
29 min
Karen welcomes Linda Chapman, founder and director of Art Therapy Institute of the Redwoods, to the show for part one of their conversation about finding attunement with children and adolescents. Part two will be released on June 7th.

May 24, 2022
May 24, 2022
32 min
Karen welcomes Dr. Dana Winters, executive director of the Fred Rogers Center to the show to continue their discussion on Mister Rogers' lasting legacy as a safe haven for children on television.
