Attachment Theory in Action
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.
Latest episodes
Oct 31, 2023 • 1h 10min
Dismantling Systemic Inequity in Mental Health: Dr. Jennifer Mullan
Today, Jenna welcomes Dr. Jennifer Mullan of Decolonizing Therapy® for a conversation on the obstacles created by systemic inequity in mental health care, and how to overcome them.
Show Notes:
Watch the interview on YouTube
More Information about Dr. Jennifer Mullan and Decolonizing Therapy®
Oct 17, 2023 • 1h 1min
Neurodivergence & Attachment: Siris Raquel Rivas-Verdejo
Jenna welcomes Siris Raquel Rivas-Verdejo for a conversation about approaching attachment issues in neurodivergent individuals.
Show Notes:
Watch on YouTube
Empowering Light Language
Amazon Author Page
'Being a Different Possibility' Resources
Being a Different Possibility monthly calls
Oct 3, 2023 • 1h 5min
The Crucial Role of Relationships and Connectedness: Dr. Jean Clinton
Jenna welcomes Dr. Jean Clinton of McMaster University for a conversation about the important roles of relationships, belonging, and connectedness in creating secure attachment.
Show Notes:
Watch on YouTube
Dr. Jean Clinton's Website
Purchase Love Builds Brains
Dr. Jean Clinton's YouTube Channel
Sep 19, 2023 • 51min
Fatherhood & Attachment: Chris Bruno
In this week's episode of Attachment Theory in Action, I welcome Chris Bruno of the Restoration Project for a conversation on fatherhood and attachment.
Show notes:
Watch The Conversation on YouTube
The Restoration Project: Take the Tremor Assessment
The ReStory Approach
Sep 5, 2023 • 57min
Understanding Childhood Dissociation: Karen Andor
This week, Jenna welcomes Karen Andor to the show for a conversation about what dissociation looks like in children with trauma and attachment issues.
Show Notes:
Watch the Full Episode on Youtube
Karen Andor's Website
Purchase the Dolls
Purchase the Workbooks
Links to Further Training
Aug 22, 2023 • 51min
Social Justice Parenting: Nat Vikitsreth
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.
Show Notes:
Watch the Conversation on YouTube
Come Back to Care Website
Come Back to Care Podcast
The 7-week social justice parenting and inner child re-parenting program
Come Back to Care Instagram
Aug 8, 2023 • 54min
Recovering into a New Normal: Duygu and Yener Balan
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.
Show notes:
Watch the Interview on YouTube
Duygu Balan, LPCC:
DuyguBalan.com
Duygu Balan on LinkedIn
Yener Balan, MD, DFAPA:
YenerBalan.com
Yener Balan on LinkedIn
Jul 25, 2023 • 1h 2min
Trauma and Attachment in Education: Susan Andrien & Angela Harris
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.
Jul 11, 2023 • 1h 13min
Understanding Sensory Integration: Sheila Frick
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.
Show Notes:
Watch the episode on YouTube!
Vital Links - Developers of Therapeutic Listening
Tension & Trauma Release Exercises
Jun 27, 2023 • 1h 8min
Circle of Security: Glen Cooper & Deidre Quinlan
In her first episode as host, Jenna Kelly sits down with Glen Cooper and Deidre Quinlan of Circle of Security International to discuss the development and application of the Circle of Security.
Show Notes:
Watch on YouTube!
Circle of Security International
Attachment Theory in Action Podcast Facebook Group
