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Attachment Theory in Action

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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...

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Dr. Alan Sroufe: How We Become The Persons We Are - Part 2 03.08.2021 32:25

Karen welcomes psychologist, professor and author Dr. Alan Sroufe back to the show for the conclusion of their two part conversation about how we become the persons we are.

Dr. Alan Sroufe: How We Become The Persons We Are - Part 1 27.07.2021 30:45

Karen welcomes psychologist, professor and author Dr. Alan Sroufe to the show for part one of their two part conversation about how we become the persons we are. Part two will be released on Tuesday, August 3rd.

Dorothy Derapelian: CoreAttachment® Therapy - Part 2 20.07.2021 28:16

Karen welcomes counselor and educator Dorothy Derapelian to the show for the conclusion of their two part conversation about Derapelian's CoreAttachment® Therapy model.

Dorothy Derapelian: CoreAttachment® Therapy - Part 1 13.07.2021 27:40

Karen welcomes counselor and educator Dorothy Derapelian to the show for part one of their two part conversation about Derapelian's CoreAttachment® Therapy model. Part two will be released on Tuesday, July 20th.

Dr. Lou Cozolino: The Making of a Therapist - Part 2 06.07.2021 32:20

Karen welcomes Dr. Lou Cozolino to the show for the conclusion of their two part conversation on his vast career, the highs and lows of academia, and his latest book, The Development of a Therapist.

Dr. Lou Cozolino: The Making of a Therapist - Part 1 29.06.2021 29:31

Karen welcomes Dr. Lou Cozolino to the show for part one of a two part conversation on his vast career, the highs and lows of academia, and his latest book, The Development of a Therapist. Part two will be released on Tuesday, July 6th.

Dr. Robert Karen: Becoming Attached - Part 2 22.06.2021 33:39

Today, Karen concludes her eight-part series of four interviews exploring the roots and history of Attachment Theory. In the final episode, Karen welcomes Dr. Robert Karen to the show as they wrap-up their two-part conversation on his landmark book, Becoming Attached.

Dr. Robert Karen: Becoming Attached - Part 1 15.06.2021 24:54

Today, Karen continues her eight-part series of four interviews exploring the roots and history of Attachment Theory. In her final two episodes, Karen welcomes Dr. Robert Karen to the show for part one of their two-part conversation on his landmark book, Becoming Attached. Part two will be released on Tuesday, June 22nd.

Howard Steele: John Bowlby and Child Development - Part 2 08.06.2021 31:29

Karen continues her eight part series of four interviews exploring the roots and history attachment theory. In today's episode, she welcomes returning guest Dr. Howard Steele back to the show for the conclusion of their in-depth conversation on John Bowlby's influence on the study of child development.

Howard Steele: John Bowlby and Child Development - Part 1 01.06.2021 28:16

Karen continues her eight part series of four interviews exploring the roots and history attachment theory. In today's episode, she begins her third interview by welcoming returning guest Dr. Howard Steele back to the show for part one of their in-depth conversation on John Bowlby's influence on the study of child development. Part two of this discussion will be released on Tuesday, June 8th.

Bethany Saltman: Mary Ainsworth’s Strange Situation - Part 2 25.05.2021 31:25

Karen continues her eight part series of four interviews exploring the roots and history attachment theory. In today's episode, she begins her second interview by welcoming author Bethany Saltman back to the show for an in-depth conversation on Mary Ainsworth's contributions to attachment theory, particularly her strange situation procedure.

Bethany Saltman: Mary Ainsworth's Strange Situation - Part 1 18.05.2021 25:05

Deborah Blum: Harry Harlow & The Science of Affection - Part 2 11.05.2021 36:13

Continuing her four interview, eight-part miniseries on the roots and history of attachment theory, Karen welcomes science journalist and author Deborah Blum to the show to discuss her 2002 book Love At Goon Park: Harry Harlow and the Science of Affection.

Deborah Blum: Harry Harlow & The Science of Affection - Part 1 04.05.2021 31:35

Launching a four interview, eight-part miniseries on the roots and history of attachment theory, Karen welcomes science journalist and author Deborah Blum to the show to discuss her 2002 book Love At Goon Park: Harry Harlow and the Science of Affection. Part two will be released on Tuesday, May 11th.

Jessica Sinarski: Making Brain Science Accessible & Entertaining - Part 2 27.04.2021 28:51

Karen welcomes counselor and author Jessica Sinarski to the show for the conclusion of their discussion on her work in making brain science accessible and entertaining, and how her Riley The Brave books have helped patients of all ages.

Jessica Sinarski: Making Brain Science Accessible & Entertaining - Part 1 20.04.2021 30:14

Karen welcomes counselor and author Jessica Sinarski to the show to discuss her work in making brain science accessible and entertaining, and how her Riley The Brave books have helped patients of all ages. Part two of their conversation will be released on Tuesday, April 27th.

Dr. Kelley Munger: Attachment Relationships in Educational Settings - Part 2 13.04.2021 29:15

Karen welcomes therapist and educator Dr. Kelley Munger to the show for part two of their discussion on attachment relationships in educational settings, and her work with FuelEd.

Dr. Kelley Munger: Attachment Relationships in Educational Settings - Part 1 06.04.2021 26:51

Karen welcomes therapist and educator Dr. Kelley Munger to the show for part one of their two part discussion on attachment relationships in educational settings, and her work with FuelEd. Part two will be released on Tuesday, April 13th

Cathi Spooner: Attachment-Focused Family Play Therapy - Part 2 30.03.2021 32:18

Karen welcomes Cathi Spooner, LCSW, RPT-S, to the show for part one of their two part discussion on her latest book, Attachment-Focused Family Play Therapy: An Intervention for Children and Adolsecents After Trauma, available now wherever books are sold.

Cathi Spooner: Attachment-Focused Family Play Therapy - Part 1 23.03.2021 30:40

Lisa Qualls: A Parent’s Perspective On Trust-Based Relational Intervention - Part 2 16.03.2021 27:27

Karen welcomes Lisa Qualls, co-author of The Connected Parent: Real-Life Strategies for Building Trust and Attachment, and co-founder of The Adoption Connection back to the show for the conclusion of their two part conversation about a parent's perspective on Trust-Based Relational Intervention®, or TBRI®.

Lisa Qualls: A Parent's Perspective On Trust-Based Relational Intervention - Part 1 09.03.2021 30:43

Karen welcomes Lisa Qualls, co-author of The Connected Parent: Real-Life Strategies for Building Trust and Attachment, and co-founder of The Adoption Connection to the show for part one of their two part conversation about a parent's perspective on Trust-Based Relational Intervention®, or TBRI®. Part two will be released on March 16th.

Sabra Starnes: A Reunion Story Through An Attachment Lens - Part 2 02.03.2021 32:10

Karen welcomes Sabra Starnes to the show to tell her story as an adoptee, growing up in a transracial family, and her reunion story through an attachment lens. Sabra has a Masters in Social Work from Catholic University and Masters in Education from American University. She specializes in adoption, foster care, parenting issues, and skills. Sabra is married to the love of her life Krushae, son Lar...

Sabra Starnes: A Reunion Story Through An Attachment Lens - Part 1 23.02.2021 29:53

Karen welcomes Sabra Starnes to the show to tell her story as an adoptee, growing up in a transracial family, and her reunion story through an attachment lens. Part two will be released on March 2nd Sabra has a Masters in Social Work for Catholic University and Masters in Education from American University. She specializes in adoption, foster care, parenting issues, and skills. Sabra is married to...

Deborah Dana: Polyvagal Theory & Attachment - Part 2 16.02.2021 33:22

Karen welcomes Deborah A. Dana, LCSW, to the show for the conclusion of their two-part discussion on the connection between Polyvagal theory and attachment. Deborah A. Dana is a clinician and consultant specializing in working with complex trauma. Dana consults with the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. She has authored or co-edited several books on Polyvagal Theory a...