Attachment Theory in Action
by The Knowledge Center
Adoption & Identity: Issac and Julie Enter: Part 2
About this podcast
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.
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Episodes
The newest 20 of 365 episodes
- Adoption & Identity: Issac and Julie Enter: Part 2 · 1 h 0 min · Episode 367In part two of this conversation, Julie and Isaac share their adoption journey, exploring the lifelong impacts of adoption, grief and loss, racial identity, and the challenges of…
- Adoption & Identity: Issac Etter: Part 1 · 50 min · Episode 366In part one of this two-part conversation, Isaac shares his experience as a Black transracial adoptee, exploring the lasting impacts of adoption on identity, belonging…
- From Trauma to Regulation: Bryan Post · 55 min · Episode 365This week, Kirsty sits down with Bryan Post, child behavior expert and creator of the Fear to Love method. Together, they discuss caregiver regulation, reframing behavior and…
- Trauma is Not Your Identity: Dr. Lisha Antiqua · 58 min · Episode 364Today Kirsty sits down with Dr. Lisha Antiqua, an author, speaker, Identity Architect, and founder of Your Own University®. After overcoming childhood sexual abuse and later…
- From Chaos to Healing Part 2: Jacob Modak · 1 h 29 min · Episode 363In this episode, Kirsty and Jacob Modak dive deeper into the impact of early experiences on attachment, emotional safety, and relationships while sharing how understanding our…
- From Chaos to Healing Part 1: Jacob Modak · 55 min · Episode 362In this episode, Kirsty and Jacob Modak explore the impact of early experiences on attachment, emotional safety, and relationships while sharing how understanding our caregivers’…
- Healing Attachment Wounds: Jenn Pinkerton · 50 min · Episode 361Today Kirsty sits down with Jenn Pinkerton, founder of Pinkerton Psychotherapy whose work centers on attachment theory, trauma informed care, emotional regulation, and relational…
- Healing Through Presence: Suzanne Summers · 46 min · Episode 360Today, 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…
- Resilience, Moral Injury and Healing: Dr. Larry Brant · 58 min · Episode 359This 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…
- Helping Men Heal: Ralph Brewer · 54 min · Episode 358In 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…
- Connecting to Cope: Ranae Van Roekel · 45 min · Episode 357Today 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…
- Attachment and Adoption: Amie Cooper and Cindy Painter · 51 min · Episode 356This 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…
- Turning Pain into Purpose: Norberto Troncoso · 53 min · Episode 355Kirsty 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…
- The Power of Reframing: C. Jana Carter · 42 min · Episode 354In 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…
- Healing Emotional Trauma: Danielle Bernock · 46 min · Episode 353This 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…
- Building a Life Worth Living: Gazit Chaya "Z" Nkosi · 53 min · Episode 352This 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…
- The Power of Clarity: Dr. Merideth Thompson · 45 min · Episode 351Today 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…
- The Journey to Self Love: Diane McDowell · 45 min · Episode 350In this episode, Kirsty speaks with Diane McDowell, MBA, LCSW about how early attachment disruptions shape our nervous system, relationships, and sense of safety. Show Notes…
- Finding Security in Recovery: Jessica Setnick · 45 min · Episode 349Today Kirsty sits down with Jessica Setnick for a conversation about how early life experiences can shape our relationship not only with others, but with food. Listen as they…
- How Attachment Shapes Our Fears: Dr. Charles Glassman · 50 min · Episode 348In this episode, Kirsty talks with physician and author Dr. Charles Glassman about how early experiences of inadequacy shape anxiety, imposter syndrome, and our adult…
