In this episode, Natalie and I reflect on a powerful webinar we attended through First3Years, From the NICU to the Nest: The Dual Journey of Infant and Parental Mental Health. We revisit one family’s story and explore it through the ey...

In this episode, Natalie and I explore the importance of cultivating compassion and empathy — why they matter and how we can intentionally grow them in our daily lives.

In this episode, Natalie and I talk with one of her former students to hear her perspective on reflective practice.

In this episode, Natalie and I discuss a recent webinar she attended that sparked some reflections on the power of perspective-taking — a key element we practice in reflective supervision and consultation. Find more information on t...

In this episode, Natalie and I share a bit about what’s been going on in our lives recently, along with a preview of what’s coming up. We also take some time to process our personal reactions to the devastating floods that impacted C...

In this episode, Natalie and I talk with Dr. Phill Stepka about Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP).   We explore the foundations of CPP, its impact on young children and their caregivers, and what it looks like in practice. Resou...

In this episode, we sit down with our colleague and Infant Mental Health trainer, Heather Pugh, MS, IMH-E®.  We explore her journey into the field, what has shaped her path, and the insights that continue to guide her professional growth.<...

In this episode, Natalie and I talk with Dr. Eric Hansen about his work, what it’s like being a man in the field of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH), and the importance of relationships. It was such a pleasure to meet him and ha...

 In this episode, Natalie and I explore what it's like to hear about an incident from someone else's perspective, and how to invite others into the process of change rather than trying to force them to be different. 

In this episode, Natalie and I discuss an upcoming training she has planned for new reflective supervisees.  

In this episode, Natale and I have the opportunity to sit down with Alex Mylius, the interim CEO of First3Years, Texas' leading organization for infant mental health. Alex brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and wisdom, and we hope you en...

In this episode, Natalie and I talk more about co-regulation.  We discuss how our presence, not only our words, can be a tool.  Here are a few things we referred to in the podcast:

In this episode, Natalie and I discuss the concepts of Ghosts in the Nursery and Angels in the Nursery.  Please see the following references for the full articles:Fraiberg, S., Adelson, E., & Shapiro, V. (1975). Ghosts in t...

In this episode, Natalie and I discuss the magic of "I Wonder..."As always you can send us your feedback and questions at amy@theinfantmentalhealthpodcast.com.

In this episode, Natalie and I talk some about the logistics of providing reflective supervision, some about work culture, and some about our own ways of replenishing.As always reach out to us at amy@theinfantmentalhealthpodcast.com.

In this episode, Natalie and I  reflect on the past year.  

This episode is a little different. I speak with my good friend, professor, and overall one of the smartest people I know Dr. Janice Lindstrom.  She and I try to wrap our minds around the parallel process and how it is used in RSC.  <...

In this episode, Natalie and I talk about the Reflective Alliance from the RIOS.You can reference information on the RIOS at CEED.unm.edu.As always you can reach us at amy@theinfantmentalhealt...

In this episode, Natalie and I explore the parallel process in reflective consultation and try to unlock the magic of it for you and for ourselves.We would love to hear from you!  Please send your comments, questions, and topics fo...

In this episode Natalie and I talk about the Professional Use of Self in reflective consultation.

In this episode, Natalie and I discuss the essential element of Holding the Baby in Mind.

In this episode Natalie and I talk about how we come to understand the family story and how we think it fits into reflective consultation.  Here are a few helpful links based on things we discussed:

In this episode, Natalie and I discuss the reflective alliance described in the RIOS.This is the Widow We Do Now Podcast episode with information on tapping that Natalie described in this episode.

In this episode, we talk about getting ready to provide reflective supervision or consultation, transitions, supervision vs. consultation and some feedback from a training Natalie provided in the past.  Thanks to a listener who reached out...

In this episode Natalie and I take on co-regulation and self-regulation.