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Securely Attached

Securely Attached is your go-to parenting podcast, supporting moms and dads from pregnancy all the way through their child"s adolescence and every stage in between. Join us every Tuesday as clinical psychologist and mom of two Dr. Sarah Bren shares her expertise and interviews top experts in the field, simplifying complicated concepts and pulling back the curtain on the brain science and psychology that drives and shapes the parent-child relationship. And now, every Thursday, Dr. Sarah Bren is

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295. Q&A: How can I get my child with ADHD go from...

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2025/04/03

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about... - The science of why transitions are so hard for the ADHD brain - it’s not just that you or your child are "difficult," it’s actually the way a neurodiverse brain works. - What type of executive functioning skills need more scaffolding for a person with ADHD (and the good news, that being intentional about strengthening them can be a real game changer!) - Some of these underdeveloped

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294. Parenting styles across cultures: The universal...

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2025/04/01

The way we parent isn’t just shaped by psychology—it’s deeply influenced by culture, shaping how our children experience love, discipline, and security in ways we may not even realize. Joining me to unpack this is clinical psychologist Dr. Miguelina German. In this episode we explore: - Two overarching parenting frameworks, Attachment Theory and Baumrind Parenting Practices, and how understanding the nuances of each can help us in our parenting approach. - The importance of “warmth” in

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293. Q&A: How can I find a safe therapist after...

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2025/03/27

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... - When you notice unhealthy patterns in how you tend to show up in relationships or in past therapy, how you can communicate that to your new therapist to help treatment be more successful. - If you're feeling overwhelmed by the idea of starting with a new therapist, we share a conversation starter that may make you feel more confident. - Strategies for

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54:41

292. Can a secure attachment bond protect children...

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2025/03/25

What if small shifts in the way you parent could help prevent Imposter Syndrome in your child before it even starts? Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin is joining me this week to help parents learn how to raise a child who trusts in their own abilities, values, and worth. In this episode we explore: - What imposter syndrome actually is (and what it isn’t!) from a scientific and psychological perspective. - Why it’s common to see self-sabotaging behaviors in people who are experiencing Imposter Syndrome -

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25:23

291. Q&A: How can I help my child who’s scared every...

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2025/03/20

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... - What to do when your reassurances to your child doesn’t help soothe their anxiety. - A sample script of the type of thing you can say (and wait to try to avoid saying) to help your child believe that they can cope with the feeling of anxiety. - When our good intentions go bad - some of the most common “mistakes” parents make when navigating their child’s anxiety. -

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46:50

290. Self sacrifice, mom-guilt, and martyrdom in...

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2025/03/18

In this episode, licensed marriage and family therapist Gayane Aramyan joins me to unpack the “perfect mom” pressure so many of us contend with on a daily basis. In this episode we cover: - Why our expectations of motherhood often don’t match reality—and how to stop blaming ourselves when they don’t. - The hidden ways control fuels anxiety and overwhelm, and how loosening our grip can make parenting easier. - The power of flexibility in parenting, and why giving yourself permission to adapt

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19:31

289. Q&A: My 5-year-old has been clingy and...

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2025/03/13

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... - Dr. Sarah and Dr. Rebecca sympathize with this mom and reflects on how great it would be if we could choose our kid’s friends - but offer a mindset shift for why that actually wouldn’t be healthy. - Who to turn to for support to help you determine what your best course of action might be. - A statement you can say to your child that can help you begin to understand why they

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59:46

288. Parenting after complex trauma: A mother's...

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2025/03/11

When journalist and author Stephanie Foo was diagnosed with Complex Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), she left her job and devoted herself to healing—a journey she chronicled in her bestselling memoir, What My Bones Know. Now, as a mother, she’s navigating what it means to parent with complex trauma, balancing the high-alert nervous system that comes with C-PTSD while trying to stay present for her child. In this powerful conversation, Stephanie shares: - The difference between PTSD and

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25:48

287. Q&A: Is my guilt over being a working mom...

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2025/03/06

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... - Dr. Sarah and Dr. Rebecca debate whether mom-guilt is inherent to all mothers or a societally structured construct (Spoiler: Dr. Rebecca wins this battle!) - The critical distinction between distress and guilt and why one can be a destructive grenade in parenting. - Releasing guilt is a form of activism - we're explaining why. - How to course correct once you’ve noticed

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56:35

286. Empowering girls to navigate media, body image,...

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2025/03/04

Girls are often sent messages that can leave them feeling unseen, unheard, and boxed in by societal expectations. How can we as parents help them challenge these limiting narratives and grow into their full potential? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Jo-Ann Finkelstein to explore: - How societal norms shape girls’ self-perception, from the “pink frilly dress” phase to body image struggles in their teens. - Research statistics that will blow your mind on everything from when gender bias

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19:29

285. Q&A: When is the best time to tell my toddler...

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2025/02/27

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg, Dr. Emily Upshur, and I talk about... - Exactly when we’d recommend you tell your child that you're pregnant. - Why it’s important to help your child make sense of what is happening in their life—and the conclusions they can jump to if we don’t share things (in a developmentally appropriate manner) with them. - A conversation starter and basic script you can use to introduce this concept to

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54:15

284. The do’s and don’ts of supporting a grieving...

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2025/02/25

Grief isn’t something we get over—it’s something we integrate. Joining me to discuss this and the best way to support children through profound loss is Dr. Dan Wolfson, a clinical psychologist specializing in grief. In this episode we explore: - The skills needed for fostering resilience and helping children and adults learn to grieve in a healthy manner. - The importance of “oscillation” through grief and how Dr. Dan works with his patients to help them learn to process their feelings without

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283. Q&A: What can I do when my child feels left out...

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2025/02/20

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... - First things first, why are schools still sending out candy grams in this current climate with a loneliness epidemic on the rise? - Cliques and posses that form in middle school are often rife with envy, jealousy, gossip, and temptation - how to help our kids navigate this. - What advice to give your child when they are left out in a friend group. - How to help a child

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51:22

282. Beyond the 6-week checkup: A realistic look at...

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2025/02/18

Do you know the signs of postpartum depression? Many parents (and even medical professionals) often miss diagnosing new mothers with a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder. Here to help shed light on this important topic is Board-Certified OB/GYN and author of the upcoming book, Then Comes Baby, Dr. Jessica Vernon. In this episode we explore: - Why postpartum mental health conditions are so often overlooked—even in medical training. - The types of questions Dr. Jessica started asking her

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281. Q&A: My high-schooler is struggling with...

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2025/02/13

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about... - Even if we aren’t adding more pressure onto our kids, the world often pushes external achievements on them - how can parents push back against this? - Why trying to problem-solve with your child may seem like it’s supporting them, but could actually be perpetuating their anxiety. - The one pillar you can use as a parent to guide all your interactions with your child that can help

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52:44

280. Codependency, insecure attachment, and...

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2025/02/11

How does attachment security relate to codependency? The Codependent Perfectionist, Alana Carvalho, LMHC, is here to explore just that! In this episode, we cover it all: - How does codependency fit into the attachment system? - Does this sound like what you're struggling with in your relationship? We're reviewing some of the most common challenges partners face when one person is more avoidant, and the other is more anxious. - Challenging perceptions of what is necessary in a relationship

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279. Q&A: How can I maintain a relationship with my...

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2025/02/06

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... - Breaking down the difference between having differing political view points versus someone having extremist views. - How the health of our relationships with our parents is often intertwined with our relationship with ourselves, our kids, and our entire family system. - How to manage feeling lost, un-seen, and destabilized when a parent shifts to being less of a secure

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50:54

278. Music, mindfulness, and play: Using play to...

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2025/02/04

Music therapist Vered Benhorin is teaching parents how they can use play and music as powerful tools to strengthen connection, foster attachment, and make parenting feel a little easier. In this episode, we explore: - Why play is so important for emotional regulation, attachment, and connection—and how parents who don’t naturally enjoy play can redefine what it looks like. - What are “Bubble Moments,” and how can parents tap into these times throughout the day to deepen their relationship with

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277. Q&A: Is “nesting” during a divorce better for...

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2025/01/30

Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Hershberg and I talk about... - What does it mean to be “nesting” during a divorce? - What types of logistical and emotional factors to consider to help you determine if this is a good choice for your family. - What are the pros and cons of nesting for kids (and for you!) - How to help kids feel secure during a separation, whether you’ve decided to nest with your ex or not. - A script for helping your

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276. The surprising science of sibling relationships:...

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2025/01/28

Sibling relationships are some of the longest-lasting and most influential relationships in our lives, but they’re also filled with complexity. Dr. Jonathan Caspi, a renowned expert on sibling relationships, is breaking down the fascinating science behind sibling dynamics and sharing actionable advice for parents. In this episode we explore: - The surprising science behind why if you give two siblings and two strangers personality tests, the siblings wouldn't be any more similar than the

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