Patrick Martin
Patrick Martin
The Four Relationship Attachment Styles: What Every Therapist Needs to Know - Mary Sarkis LMFT
The Four Relationship Attachment Styles: What Every Therapist Needs to Know - Mary Sarkis LMFT
The Four Relationship Attachment Styles: What Every Therapist Needs to Know - Mary Sarkis LMFT
Sunday 27th April 2025
Discover how attachment styles can transform therapy practices with insights from Mary Sarkis on The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast.
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Learn about the four main attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganised.
- Understand how early caregiver bonds influence future relationships.
- Discover techniques to identify and work with client attachment styles.
- Gain insights into improving therapeutic outcomes through attachment theory.
- Explore practical tools for creating secure attachments in therapy.
"Attachment is the biggest predictor of all those things... it's incredibly important."
Ever wondered how understanding attachment styles could transform your therapy practice? This episode of The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast is a must-listen for therapists keen on improving their approach to client relationships. Hosted by Patrick Martin, this engaging discussion features Mary Sarkis, a licensed marriage and family therapist, who sheds light on the four key attachment styles: secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganised.
Mary shares her journey into attachment therapy, explaining how these styles influence not just romantic relationships but also interactions with children and adolescents. She paints a vivid picture of how a child's bond with their primary caregiver can shape their future relationships, and why recognising these patterns is crucial for effective therapy. Her insights are both practical and enlightening, offering therapists new tools to better understand and support their clients.
The episode also delves into how different attachment styles interact within relationships. Imagine the chaos when an anxious partner pairs with an avoidant one! Mary provides valuable advice on identifying these dynamics and using them to foster healthier connections. For those new to attachment theory or seasoned therapists looking to refine their skills, Mary suggests practical steps to incorporate this perspective into sessions.
From initial assessments to ongoing therapy, she emphasises the importance of creating a safe space where clients feel valued and understood. So, if you're curious about how attachment styles can impact your clients' lives—and your practice—this episode offers a treasure trove of knowledge. Are you ready to explore the complexities of human connection and enhance your therapeutic toolkit?