Attachment Theory in Action

In 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, attachment, relationships, and healing. Show Notes: @dadstartingover on Facebook, Youtube, X, and Instagram Connect with the Attachment Theory in Action Podcast: ATIA Podcast Website: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/ ATIA Podcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/ Attachment Theory in Action Podcast is brought to you by Chaddock Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChaddockLearningNetwork/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaddocklearningnetwork/ Connect with our Podcast Host:Follow Kirsty on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock Connect with Kirsty on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

This week, Kirsty sits down with John Makransky, Ph.D and Paul Condon, Ph.D to explore how Buddhist contemplative practices intersect with attachment theory to cultivate compassion and healing. Show Notes: To find out more and access Paul and John's book, please go to https://sustainablecompassion.org/ Get your tickets for the 2026 TIRF Conference here! https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/ https://www.tkcchaddock.org/events/atiawebinar/ https://shop.tkcchaddock.org/ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/ https://www.facebook.com/TKCChaddock https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkcchaddock/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/tkcchaddock https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

In this episode, Kirsty sits down with licensed clinical social worker and therapist, Stephen Hanmer D'Elía, to discuss how connection, safety, and the nervous system shape attachment in all aspects of our lives, from the individual, to the dyad, to the community and even systems at large. Stephen’s work extends beyond the therapy space – gain access to his powerful insights using the links below. Show Notes: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/9383cbeb/impik_NYeEqFYQunRPc9hg?u=https://hanmer.org/ https://link.edgepilot.com/s/fe30ed04/uaa0q0fmlkKoveJYxZlqag?u=https://yauguru.substack.com/ https://link.edgepilot.com/s/03b9094a/E19F_g0bvEifO8M0FQQjPg?u=https://www.linkedin.com/in/yauguru/ https://yauguru.substack.com/p/attachment-and-the-fragility-of-this?r=217mr3&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/ https://www.tkcchaddock.org/events/atiawebinar/ https://shop.tkcchaddock.org/ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/ https://www.facebook.com/TKCChaddock https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkcchaddock/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/tkcchaddock https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

This week, Kirsty speaks with Dr. Robert Karen, a clinical psychologist and author, about the evolution of attachment theory, its relevance for today’s parents and professionals, and how understanding our earliest bonds can shape healthier relationships across the lifespan. Show Notes: https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/ https://www.tkcchaddock.org/events/atiawebinar/ https://shop.tkcchaddock.org/ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/ https://www.facebook.com/TKCChaddock https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkcchaddock/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/tkcchaddock https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

In this episode, Debra Wesselmann, a mental health practitioner and co-founder of The Attachment and Trauma Center of Nebraska, shares insights from her updated book on integrative attachment trauma protocols, exploring how EMDR, family therapy, and psychoeducation can support children and families healing from trauma. Show Notes: debrawesselmann.com wwnorton.com/books/9781324053354 https://link.edgepilot.com/s/7033c2e7/iBxHFEleY0OH0PTrjJBWvA?u=https://www.instagram.com/norton.mentalhealth/ https://link.edgepilot.com/s/9e7e1053/z0CuPkxWo0GUia5rBv9DbQ?u=https://www.facebook.com/NortonMentalHealth/ https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/ https://www.tkcchaddock.org/events/atiawebinar/ https://shop.tkcchaddock.org/ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/ https://www.facebook.com/TKCChaddock https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkcchaddock/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/tkcchaddock https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/

In this episode, I welcome back Phillip Wire, teacher and author of "Trauma Informed Tragedy", for a follow up to last week's conversation. We explore real-world solutions to support students and staff through the power of arts, physical activity, discipline with relationships at the center, and the role of alternative schools. Show Notes: Get the Book Get Philip's Other Book Philip's Facebook Page https://www.attachmenttheoryinaction.com/ https://www.tkcchaddock.org/events/atiawebinar/ https://shop.tkcchaddock.org/ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19Xm5Nhk2K/ https://www.facebook.com/TKCChaddock https://www.linkedin.com/company/tkcchaddock/posts/?feedView=all https://www.instagram.com/tkcchaddock https://www.facebook.com/krugglesatchaddock https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirstynolan84/