Getting Attachment Right with Dr. McNamara, Episode #13

Dr. Deborah McNamara, clinical psychologist and best-selling author of several of our favourite books, explores the unfolding of the relational dance between a child and their primary caregiver. In this podcast, we talk about the stages of attachment and what we will see as caregivers at each stage. We also explore the importance of "collecting before directing "- engaging a child relationally before giving direction and what to do when children resist our direction.Don’t miss this weeks podcast- a podcast that empowers parents to lead their child, and to be the answer for them when everything else seems uncertain. Do you want to learn more about how to foster a secure attachment in children? ICP has an incredible 3 hour e-course called "Exploring Attachment" where attendees will learn about the foundational history of attachment research, develop a better understand attachment styles in both children and adults and outcomes related to each style, how the brain’s development is contingent on the quality of care a child receives, and interventions that promote a more secure attachment style in children.    Use the code ATTACHMENT30 at checkout to take 30% OFF https://instituteofchildpsychology.com/product/exploring-attachment-the-power-of-relationship/ You can also watch this workshop as part of our membership -- podcast listeners can take 40% OFF their annual membership (or $19.99/m). Get your 7-Day Free Trial today!   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.