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The Dr. Sarah Hensley Show

by Dr. Sarah Hensley

The Dr. Sarah Hensley Show explores the science of human behavior, relationships, and the emotional patterns shaping our lives that most of us don't even realize exist. Because once you see the pattern, you can finally change it. Hosted by Dr. Sarah Hensley, social psychologist and leading expert in attachment science, alongside co-host Raina Butcher, each episode translates complex psychological research into practical, everyday insights. Together, they explore the hidden forces that influence how we love, communicate, parent, lead, navigate conflict, regulate emotions, build resilience, and create lasting change. Whether you're trying to understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, heal from a breakup, become a more effective partner, parent or leader, or simply make sense of the people around you, you'll gain evidence-based tools and practical strategies grounded in psychology, attachment science, and human behavior Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dr-sarah-hensley-show--6390558/support.

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Position in the Self-Improvement chart (US), last 90 days.

#14
all-time peak
56
days in the top 50 since Nov 2024

Latest episodes

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Beyond Attachment Quizzes: A First Look at Our New Relationship Tool

Something new is in the works at Dr. Sarah Hensley Relationship Coaching Services—and in this episode, Dr. Sarah Hensley and Raina are giving you the first sneak peek.  

Sep 8
21 min

The Science of Attachment: How It Predicts Who You Love & How You Love

Why are you attracted to certain people? Why do some relationships make you feel secure while others trigger anxiety, distance, or fear? And why do the same relationship

Sep 1
50 min

Inside the Lindsay Clancy Case: A Forensic Psychologist Weighs In | Dr. Leslie Dobson

In this episode of The Dr. Sarah Hensley Show, Dr. Sarah Hensley and Raina Butcher are joined by Dr. Leslie Dobson, a forensic clinical psychologist, speaker, and author,

Aug 25
1 h 05 min

Breaking Down the Lindsay Clancy Case: The Psychology Behind the Tragedy

Dr. Sarah Hensley takes a psychological look at the Lindsay Clancy case, examining the complex questions surrounding postpartum mental health, psychotic episodes, memory,

Aug 18
1 h 30 min

Growing Up With an Attachment Expert: Grief, Love & Life as Gen Z | Gabby Hensley

What is it really like to grow up as the daughter of an attachment expert? In this deeply personal episode of The Dr. Sarah Hensley Show, Dr. Sarah Hensley is joined by

Aug 11
59 min

Why People Cheat: The Psychology of Infidelity, Guilt & Healing After Betrayal

Infidelity is one of the most devastating forms of betrayal—but why do people cheat? Is it always about love? Do people who are unfaithful actually feel guilt and remorse

Aug 4
52 min

Anxious Preoccupied Attachment: Why Chasing Love Pushes People Away

Why does the more someone with anxious preoccupied attachment longs for love, reassurance, and connection, the more likely they are to experience the very abandonment the

Jul 28
32 min

The Truth About Fearful Avoidants: Why They Send Mixed Signals in Relationships

What if the person giving you the most confusing mixed signals isn't playing games—but is operating from a deeply ingrained survival strategy? In this episode of The Dr.

Jul 21
42 min

What If We've Been WRONG About Emotionally Unavailable People? | Dismissive Avoidant Explained

Season 3 is officially here! 🎉 We've missed you all, but we're back and better than ever! Welcome to the premiere episode of The Dr. Sarah Hensley Show. What if we've b

Jul 14
48 min

STAY TUNED.......

We’ve officially wrapped Season 2 and are taking a short pause as we put the finishing touches on our brand-new studio. This is a moment of reset, refinement, and prepara

Jun 16
1 min

SEASON 2 FINALE: Q&A From the Dr. Sarah Hensley Clients and Community Facebook Group

Season 2 comes to a close with a special Q&A episode featuring questions submitted by members of the Dr. Sarah Hensley Clients and Community Facebook Group. Throughout th

Jun 9
30 min

Episode 52, Season 2: Why We Get Attached to People We've Never Met: Parasocial Relationships

Parasocial relationships are everywhere in the age of social media. From influencers and creators to celebrities and online personalities, we have more access than ever t

Jun 2
22 min

Episode 51, Season 2: How Trauma Lives in the Mind & Body — And Shapes Your Relationships

Trauma doesn’t just live in the mind — it lives in the body, nervous system, and the relationship patterns we carry into everyday life. In the newest episode of The Love

May 26
42 min

Episode 50, Season 2: Q&A From The Love Doc Clients and Community Facebook Group

My ex wants to come back, but can trust really be rebuilt? I believe I'm setting boundaries, but is it really just avoidance? My workaholic, rarely present husband says

May 19
30 min

Episode 49, Season 2: The Habits of Secure Couples: Psychology-Backed Traits of Healthy & Lasting Relationships

What makes secure couples different from everyone else? In this week's episode, host Dr. Sarah Hensley and co-host Raina Butcher break down the most common traits found i

May 12
35 min

Episode 48, Season 2: Don't Let Attachment Style Confirmation Bias Sabotage Your Relationships

Why do you keep finding “proof” that your partner is pulling away or can’t be trusted? In this episode, host Dr. Sarah Hensley and co-host Raina Butcher explore how Confi

May 5
47 min

Episode 47, Season 2: Why Smart People Stay in Toxic Relationships (And Can’t Walk Away)

Why do intelligent, self-aware people stay in relationships that hurt them? In this episode, we break down the psychology behind this paradox, exploring how attachment th

Apr 21
29 min

Episode 46, Season 2: Entrepreneurship Isn’t Easy - Navigating Growth, Stress & Change

New week, new set of challenges.  When you own and run your own business, the hurdles are ever-present.  In this episdode of The Love Doc Podcast, host Dr. Sarah Hensley

Apr 14
34 min

Episode 45, Season 2: Break Free From Toxic Patterns – Krista Williams on Healing & Authenticity

In this week's episode of The Love Doc Podcast, Dr. Sarah Hensley and co-host Raina Butcher sit down with Krista Williams - coach, podcaster, and author - for a deeply ho

Apr 7
57 min

Episode 44, Season 2: The Psychology of Being a Lion with Sean Whalen

Strap in for the newest episode of The Love Doc Podcast, where host Dr. Sarah Hensley and co-host Raina Butcher are joined by Sean Whalen, founder and CEO of Lions Not Sh

Mar 31
56 min

Chart positions

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#134 ▲ 1 Self-Improvement US

What listeners say

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I’ve found myself listening less and less because of her co-host. I feel like Dr. Sarah does a good job of incorporating her personal life and experiences without it taking away from the topic at hand. However, I find her co-host’s additions to the conversations a little distracting and am often times not sure what I, the listener, should “do” with that info. (I know I don’t need to “do” anything with the info…I just mean her mid-podcast revelations about her son, marriage, ex, etc. can feel really heavy and distracting in the moment.) Also, I recognize that others may enjoy this style of podcast where they both share and go back and forth, and that’s totally fine! In case I’m not the only one feeling like this, though, I wanted to write a review. Overall, this is a helpful podcast and I do recommend it to people.

_annaleighdowns · Dec 2024

I enjoy this podcast when the Dr. Hensley is informing and teaching. I don’t mind a touch on personal experiences and for some reason the personal experiences of Dr. Hensley don’t seem to bother me too much BUT I am hearing WAY too much of the co-host interjecting her personal life and issues into this podcast. I feel Dr. Hensley has better grasp on the appropriate amount of sharing but the cohost is overboard and constantly interjecting. Almost talking over her at some points. This is coming from a good place as I really do enjoy learning and Love this content minus the overly personal information. It’s hard to share this with my husband as I think he can learn from this podcast but I know he doesn’t care to hear about personal issues. Please see if y’all can tailor that back. Thanks!

untprinses · Dec 2024

This show and Dr Hensley’s other resources have helped me SO much! As an FA currently healing from an FA/DA relationship it really helps to understand what happened and how not to do it again. I would love an episode on what a healthy grieving process looks like 🙏

SarahandDenali · Nov 2024

I first learn about attachment theory on your tik tok and I was shocked. I was like how does this woman explained my relationship to exact T and never met me? It was so eye opening and validating and gave me so much clarity that I felt at ease. I am FA and my husband is DA. Dynamic is so toxic for 13 years and I have 3 year old now. I brought your tik tok videos about FA and DA dynamic to our couples therapist and he found it interesting. But I was questioning him why he hasn’t brought up yet about attachment theory for 11 months beeing in couples counceling. I felt robed of time. I don’t understand why couples therapist don’t bring that up at all ? You are amazing and I will be joining your group in the future! I love every single episode! It’s part of my self care routine.

jurgicike · Oct 2024

I LOVE the podcast but the ads are killing it. They are not relevant to the content and are popping up randomly in the middle of the conversation. I’d love to continue listening but will not listen again unless the ads are more thoughtfully integrated.

ForeverLearning05 · Nov 2024

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