BONDED

Have you ever wondered why relationships sometimes feel harder than they “should”? Or why certain patterns of fear, distrust, or emptiness keep showing up in your life?

In this episode, Dr. Patty and Lizzie Shutt explore the impact of attachment trauma and developmental trauma, shedding light on how early disruptions in the caregiver–child bond shape our emotional lives. Drawing on clinical wisdom and lived experience, they break down what trauma really means, why two people can have such different responses to the same event, and how these early experiences ripple into adulthood.

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Building upon previous episodes, Dr. Patty and Lizzie Shutt bring awareness to insecure attachment styles—anxious, avoidant, and disorganized. Press play to recognize if you or someone you love may be living within these attachment patterns. By exploring what they are, how they develop, and the ways they shape our adult relationships, this conversation invites more self-compassion and a deeper understanding of yourself and others. The hosts clarify that these attachment styles are not fixed labels, but points along a spectrum that can shift over time with insight, practice, and supportive relationships.

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of secure attachment, exploring how a deep, trusting bond forms the foundation for emotional safety in relationships. Dr. Patty and Lizzie discuss the Four S's Framework developed by Dr. Dan Siegel and Dr. Tina Payne Bryson—Safe, Seen, Soothed, and Secure— and their role in developing positive core beliefs. By tuning in, you'll gain insights into how secure attachment can enhance your personal and professional relationships, providing a framework for emotional resilience and growth. Join us as we uncover how these principles apply across the lifespan and in therapeutic settings.

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In this episode Dr. Patty and Lizzie delve into the fascinating world of attachment theory. Discover how early experiences shape our internal blueprint for relationships, influencing our mental, emotional, and physical health. We explore the four main attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—and discuss their impact on our adult lives. Learn about the evolutionary benefits of attachment behaviors, which have historically helped ensure survival by maintaining proximity to caregivers. Join us as we unpack the work of pioneers like John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, and learn how understanding these patterns can lead to healthier, more fulfilling relationships. on't...

Welcome to The Bonded Podcast! We're your hosts, Dr. Patty, a clinical psychologist with 25 years of experience helping people heal attachment and trauma, and Lizzie Shutt, my daughter, a mental health counselor in training who brings nature's wisdom to everything she does.

This podcast is born from the heart of our Sacred Treehouse and our family home, a project we're so excited to share with you. For years, I've helped countless individuals heal from deep wounds, and now, in this stage of my career, my desire is to reach even more of you. My beautiful daughter, Lizzie...