Attachment Theory Explained: The Beginner's Guide to All 4 Styles

Welcome to the very first episode of The Attachment Confessions — I'm Chelsea, and I am so glad you're here! Attachment science genuinely changed my life, and this podcast exists because I believe it can change yours too. In this episode, we're starting from the beginning. I'll walk you through the history of attachment theory — who developed it, when it emerged, and why it still matters deeply today. Then we'll get into the good stuff: the four attachment styles. Whether you're an Anxious Preoccupied (AP), a Dismissive Avoidant (DA), a Fearful Avoidant (FA), or already rocking Secure Attachment (the goal we're all working toward!), this episode will help you understand how your style was formed, what your core attachment wounds are, what you need most in relationships, and the patterns that may be quietly running the show. Chances are, you'll recognize yourself pretty quickly. Once you figure out your attachment style, come find me on Instagram @theattachmentconfessions and tell me which one you are — it genuinely helps me shape future episodes around what you all need most. Throughout this podcast, you'll have a front-row seat to my own attachment healing journey. We'll go deep, get real, and have a lot of fun along the way. My biggest hope? That somewhere in these episodes, you feel inspired to start your own attachment healing journey, too. 💜Looking to heal your own insecure attachment? Listeners of The Attachment Confessions get 10% off my go-to attachment expert – Dr. Sarah Hensley's – attachment healing programs at thelovedoc.com — use code CHELSEA10 at checkout. Let's do this, y'all! xo - Chelsea >>Want 15% off awesome, faith-inspired clothing and accessories? Check out Dwell.Apparel and use my referral link to get this discount! https://dwellapparel.com/?ref=chelsea15 OR use discount code CHELSEASCOTT at checkout