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 The Knowledge Center at Chaddock. The Knowledge Center has equipped thousands of educators, clinicians, and helping professionals on the latest trauma-informed, attachment based strategies. Visit TKCChaddock.org 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
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
In this week’s episode, Jenna welcomes Dr. Katie Heiden-Rootes for a conversation about how attachment can support LGBTQIA+ youth and their families, especially during the upcoming holiday season. Dr. Heiden-Rootes also provides perspectives, insights, resources and tips for supporting the attachment needs of the queer community.
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- katieheidenrootes.com
- Blog (katieheidenrootes.com)
- The Queer and Trans Wellness Clinic at SLU
- Medical Family Therapy Program at SLU
- Queering Your Therapy Practice by Dr. Julie Tilsen
- The Trevor Project
- SQSH
- Campaign for Southern Equality
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
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Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Tuesday Oct 17, 2023
Jenna welcomes Siris Raquel Rivas-Verdejo for a conversation about approaching attachment issues in neurodivergent individuals.
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Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Jenna welcomes Dr. Jean Clinton of McMaster University for a conversation about the important roles of relationships, belonging, and connectedness in creating secure attachment.
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Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
This week, Jenna welcomes Karen Andor to the show for a conversation about what dissociation looks like in children with trauma and attachment issues.
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Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
This week, Jenna sits down with Nat Vikitsreth to discuss issues in social justice parenting, and what that can mean for the parent-child dynamic.
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Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
This week, Jenna sits down with trauma specialists Duygu & Yener Balan to discuss their recent book, Re-Write: A Trauma Workbook of Creative Writing and Recovery in Our New Normal, and what it was like collaborating on a book in the throes of the pandemic.
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Duygu Balan, LPCC:
Yener Balan, MD, DFAPA:
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
This week, Jenna Kelly sits down with Susan Andrien and Angela Harris for a conversation about their work with Dr. Bruce Perry's Neurosequential Model, and applying that to trauma and attachment issues in the school system.
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
In this week's episode of Attachment Theory in Action, host Jenna Kelly has a conversation with Sheila Frick of Vital Links about sensory integration and her work with Therapeutic Listening and TRE.
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