The Spectrum of Relationships and Their Dynamics

This is episode 3 of a 4 part podcast presentation with Alyce E. Wellons, LCSW and Dr. Susan Blank on Dr. Blank’s weekly radio show, Detailing Addiction. The podcasts outline, define and educate attachment theory and addiction, highlighting a specific relationship dynamic with each podcast as outlined below. The podcast can be listened to individually or as an entire group, and can be listened in any order you prefer. To receive CEUs, follow the instructions below.

Podcast 3: The Addict’s Relationship To Their Partner

• Name and describe the 4 attachment styles.

• How do you work with a couple who has active addiction?

• Name one way a couple can begin to regulate themselves, their system, their central nervous system by engaging the parasympathetic nervous system to create safety and security to enable them to feel safe and secure to do the therapy work.