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 throughout our lives.

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

In this episode, Kirsty speaks with Jason Shiers, founder of the Infinite Recovery Project, about his journey from childhood trauma and addiction to spiritual awakening and healing, and how these experiences shaped his “model of well-being” approach to therapy, parenting, and recovery.

Show Notes:

• misunderstandingsofthemind.com
• infiniterecoveryproject.com

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:

Kirsty sits down with the founder of Metta Group and meditation specialist, George Haas, to explore how blending meditation with attachment theory can support healing, emotional regulation, and stronger relationships.

Show Notes:

• https://www.mettagroup.org/

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/

In this episode, Kirsty sits down with Sarah Goodapple, Chaddock Family Coach and illustrator of Chad the Cougar and the Forest of Feelings, to discuss the power of presence, the importance of co-regulation, and how children’s books can support healing and connection in families.

Show Notes:

• https://www.chaddock.org/books/

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

In this episode, I talk with Philip Wire, teacher and author of "Trauma Informed Tragedy", about trauma-informed teaching, the role of attachment in schools, and how we can better support both students and educators through meaningful change.

Show Notes:

• Get the Book
• Get Philip's Other Book
• Philip's Facebook Page