Podcasts about trauma healing accelerated

“I said to my body, ‘I want to be your friend.' And it took a deep breath and said, ‘I've been waiting our whole life for this.'” – Katie Wells Doing the inner work isn't just emotional, it's biological. In this episode, Dr. Aimie is joined by Wellness Mama founder and health journalist Katie Wells to talk about the high-impact habits with light, sleep, and movement can help support nervous system regulation and emotional healing In this conversation, you'll learn why trauma is actually an energy problem, how your environment may be silently working against your healing, and how small, daily habits can dramatically impact your capacity for rest, resilience, and recovery. Together, Dr. Aimie and Katie dive into the misunderstood connection between light exposure, sleep quality, nutrition, and trauma recovery. They explain why pushing yourself, without creating safety and energy, can backfire, and how to finally work with your biology rather than against it. You'll hear more on: Why trauma is an energy problem  How your nervous system responds to light, sleep, and environmental signs Why rest and safety signals are essential to healing How to listen to your body's cues without overwhelm Why doing more won't help you heal, and what your nervous system actually needs instead And more! Katie Wells is a mom of six with a background in journalism. She took health into her own hands and started researching to find answers to her own health struggles. Her research turned into a blog and podcast that turned into an amazing community, Wellness Mama. She is one of the 100 most influential people in health and wellness and is considered a thought leader for the current generation of moms.   Guides, Tools & Resources: Biology of Trauma book - how the body experiences and holds fear, pain and overwhelm, and how to heal - at the time of this recording, The Insider's Circle Book Club is open and pre-orders have gone live. You will receive over $400 worth of bonuses if you pre-order now. And if you've already pre-ordered it on Amazon head over here to receive your bonuses! The 21 Day Journey - If you're ready to create a felt sense of safety in your body, increase your energy, and build the foundation for deeper trauma healing, join me inside the 21-Day Journey. Over the course of 21 days, I'll guide you through a sequence of gentle, somatic-based practices designed to help you reconnect with your body, calm your nervous system, and begin healing from the inside out. Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 68: Struggling with Sleep How to Regain Restful Nights with Suzi Senk Episode 82: Using Biological Rhythms to Recover From Trauma with Dr. Leslie Korn Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical, psychological, or mental health advice to treat any medical or psychological condition in yourself or others. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your own physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or other qualified health provider regarding any physical or mental health issues you may be experiencing. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use or misuse of the content provided in this podcast.  

Healing begins when we stop pushing and start listening to what our body is trying to tell us. In this episode, Dr. Aimie walks through the science of how trauma is stored in the body and what that means for the sequence of healing, and what can go wrong when we don't follow the steps in the right order.. You'll learn the key differences between stress and trauma responses, why therapy can sometimes leave you feeling worse, and how to work with your body's natural healing process instead of against it.  Dr. Aimie breaks down why attempting to process trauma without following the correct steps can make you feel worse. She'll guide you through the steps for trauma healing, explaining why addressing shutdown responses in the body must happen before working with the stress response. Skipping this order often leads to frustration and can even retraumatize you. What You'll Learn: Why over 90% of people live “in their heads” (and what that means for healing) How to tell if the body is in trauma shutdown vs. stress What the Critical Line of Overwhelm is and its link to chronic illness How stored trauma may be behind chronic symptoms The essential healing sequence that works with the nervous system for lasting trauma recovery And more! Whether you're a practitioner or someone navigating your own healing journey, this episode provides insights and practical tools to help you reconnect with your body's wisdom and begin the path to healing.   Guides, Tools & Resources: Biology of Trauma book - how the body experiences and holds fear, pain and overwhelm, and how to heal - at the time of this recording, The book Insider's Circle is open and pre-orders have gone live. You will receive over $400 worth of bonuses if you pre-order now. And if you've already pre-ordered it on Amazon head over here to receive your bonuses! The Essential Sequence - my free guide that maps out the 3 steps for safely opening up stored trauma in the body, whether that is presenting as health issues, patterns of a chronic functional freeze or frequent triggers. 21 Day Journey - Let me guide you through The Essential Sequence with 21 days of structured somatic self-practices that you can learn for yourself, or apply in your work in those you help. It allows you access to do the deeper work with me because you have these skills of immediately creating inner safety. Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 33: When Trauma Is Hijacking Your Body: The 3 Essential Pillars For The Healing Journey with Jude Weber Episode 108: How The Body Stores Emotional Trauma in the Fascia and Lymphatic System with Dr. Christine Schaffner   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical, psychological, or mental health advice to treat any medical or psychological condition in yourself or others. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your own physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or other qualified health provider regarding any physical or mental health issues you may be experiencing. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use or misuse of the content provided in this podcast.

“I was more afraid of regret than I was of failing.” — Dr. Eric Arzubi   Imagine having a corner office on Wall Street by age 30, but feeling like something important was missing. In this episode, Dr. Aimie sits down with Dr. Eric Arzubi, who had this exact experience. Despite his success, he felt a deep pull toward something more meaningful. That pull eventually led him to leave finance behind, become a psychiatrist, and take on the challenge of transforming mental health care in Montana through trauma-informed telehealth.  Dr. Arzubi shares his inspiring journey of walking away from financial security to follow a calling, revealing how the fear of lifelong regret ultimately outweighed the fear of change. Through his story, you'll discover why the search for meaningful work can be driven by different emotions and how creating "safe enough" spaces provides the foundation for career change.  In this episode, you'll learn: How to know if fear is trauma or just healthy caution when facing change Why nervous system safety is key for successful career changes Steps for transitioning into a meaningful career Solving mental health access gaps with innovative telehealth solutions How to navigate pushback when changing careers or implementing new ideas And more! Whether you or someone you know is contemplating a career change, this episode offers practical advice for recognizing whether your anxiety is a trauma response or a signal that it's time to move toward a more meaningful path.   Guides, Tools & Resources: Biology of Trauma book - how the body experiences and holds fear, pain and overwhelm, and how to heal - at the time of this recording, The Insider's Circle Book Club is open and pre-orders have gone live. You will receive over $400 worth of bonuses if you pre-order now. And if you've already pre-ordered it on Amazon head over here to receive your bonuses! The Essential Sequence Guide - A guide that provides step-by-step instructions for creating safety in your nervous system while making significant life changes, like career transitions, without triggering trauma responses. It'll give you the insights you need to make lasting change. A Guide For The Chronic Freeze Response - A guide that helps you recognize when your nervous system is stuck in “safe" mode and provides specific ways on how to support your body and create the change you want to create.  Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 20: The Connection Between Money, Loneliness, And Trauma Episode 116: The Body Keeps Score: How Trauma Rewires Your Nervous System with Bessel van der Kolk  Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical, psychological, or mental health advice to treat any medical or psychological condition in yourself or others. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your own physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or other qualified health provider regarding any physical or mental health issues you may be experiencing. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use or misuse of the content provided in this podcast.  

Are you or those you work with struggling with chronic fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, or emotional numbness, even when lab tests come back “normal”? In this episode, Dr. Aimie looks at how unresolved trauma stored in the nervous system can drive physical and emotional symptoms which are often mistaken for depression, anxiety, or autoimmune issues. Through the real life story of Michelle, a teacher who no longer felt like herself, you'll learn about the five-step trauma response everyone follows, and why conventional approaches often miss the mark. Whether you're a practitioner seeking deeper insight into trauma-informed care, or someone navigating your own healing, this episode reveals why trauma is not just psychological, but biological. You'll gain a fresh perspective on your or your clients  symptoms and allow you to begin exploring more effective, long-term paths to healing. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How stored trauma leads to chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and gut issues Why emotional disconnection and brain fog are signs of a stuck trauma response What your body does in the first moments of threat The biological difference between stress and trauma Why antidepressants may not work for trauma-driven conditions And more! Guides, Tools & Resources: Steps to Identify and Heal Trauma: A Roadmap for Healing - Find out what trauma is, how to recognize it, and get simple steps to help you heal in this 23-page guide. It's great for anyone who wants to understand trauma better or support others on their healing journey The Essential Sequence - free guide that shows you the difference between stress and trauma states of our nervous system. In just 3 steps, it walks you through what your body needs when it has stored trauma or is in a freeze response. Biology of Trauma book - how the body experiences and holds fear, pain and overwhelm, and how to heal - at the time of this recording, The Insider's Circle Book Club is open and pre-orders are going live soon.    Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 29 : What Is The Physiology And Neurobiology Of The Trauma Response? Episode 32: What Are The Ways The Body Communicates Stored Trauma?   Related Youtube Videos:  Understanding Trauma Response in Your Body | Dr. Aimie Apigian   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical, psychological, or mental health advice to treat any medical or psychological condition in yourself or others. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your own physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or other qualified health provider regarding any physical or mental health issues you may be experiencing. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use or misuse of the content provided in this podcast.   Timestamps: [05:45] Why your labs might look "normal" even when you feel terrible [07:20] Three ways your body protects itself during trauma [09:40] The five-step trauma response everyone's body follows [11:55] What happens in the body in the first moments of danger [13:10] Why adrenaline, not cortisol, is the real stress hormone [15:25] The specific turning point where stress becomes trauma [17:00] What happens when your body hits the gas and brakes at the same time [19:40] How your body saves energy during trauma and why this causes chronic symptoms like fatigue  [23:35] How trauma becomes chronic and creates physical symptoms  [27:50] The science connecting brain inflammation, gut health and mental health [30:15] Why people with fibromyalgia and IBS often have anxiety and depression too [32:45] Why addressing the stored trauma is essential for healing long term  

What happens when a single moment changes the direction of your entire life? Can regret become a force for good?  In this episode, we'll hear one man's journey through the aftermath of accidentally causing his high school sweetheart's death in a car accident at 18 years old and how that trauma has shaped his entire life. Dr. Aimie is joined by Gregg Ward who shares how this terrible accident caused his greatest pain while also pushing him to become a better person. He describes how the trauma showed up in his body, his methods for trying to cope, and the path that eventually led him toward healing and purpose. This conversation goes deeper into how trauma lives in the body, how moral injury can affect someone, and how finding purpose can eventually transform regret and grief into meaning, purpose and joy. We'll discuss: What happens to the body right after trauma occurs What moral injury is and its role in trauma    How trauma can disrupt your life but also give it new direction Finding purpose by honoring what was lost instead of just trying to feel better How trauma stays in your body for years Connecting with others who have experienced similar traumatic events Why physical movement helps heal trauma when talking about it isn't enough How finding happiness after trauma is possible – even when you think it's hopeless And more! Whether you're living with regret, supporting someone through their grief, or working professionally with those carrying hidden pain, this episode shows you how one can move through seemingly unbearable experiences and eventually find peace, joy and purpose on the other side.   Gregg Ward is the founder of the Center for Respectful Leadership, an award-winning best-selling author, TEDx Speaker, executive coach, and master facilitator & culture change consultant. Guides, Tools & Resources: Steps to Identify and Heal Trauma: A Roadmap for Healing Trauma - Find out what trauma is, how to recognize it, and get simple steps to help you heal in this 23-page guide. It's great for anyone who wants to understand trauma better or support others on their healing journey. Biology of Trauma book - How the body experiences and holds fear, pain and overwhelm, and how to heal. At the time of this recording, you can join us in The Insider's Circle Book Club and pre-orders are now available!   Foundational Journey - If you want to be safely guided through The Essential Sequence, and lay your foundation of regulation in this online 6 week course, join me and my team of mentors for this journey into your inner world with practical somatic and parts self-practices.   Related Podcast Episode: Episode 117: Movement for Healing Stored Grief and Emotions with Paul Denniston Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Are you trying to work caring for others while navigating your own chronic health symptoms? In this episode, we'll take a look at one woman's decade-long battle with a chronic illness and the actions she took to build and maintain her practice.  Helga Bryne, worked years in corporate, but wanted a more meaningful life. Becoming a licensed therapist, she spent years struggling with a chronic health issue without having an answer. Eventually, it was discovered it was chronic Lyme disease, but that didn't bring an overnight solution.  How do we manage being a professional in the healing field when we have our own chronic health issues? What happens when our physical health issues get triggered by long days or difficult clients?  In this conversation, Helga joins Dr. Aimie to share the struggles and strategies Helga implemented to effectively run her business while navigating brain fog and extreme fatigue. She'll also share insights on common identity challenges, the challenge of finding practitioners who believed her symptoms, how to identify what gives you energy, and changes you can make to your life, relationships and work. They'll discuss: How trauma can be created by medical rejection How chronic illness can create isolation Using the "spoon theory" for managing energy  Creating different ways to earn income when you can't see clients full-time The healing power of accepting your illness instead of waiting to "get better someday" Why working with clients can be energizing even during chronic illness Why learning to say "no" can protect your limited time and energy How finding a supportive community can change your outlook on your illness How your own health struggles can help you better understand and connect with clients And more! Whether you are a practitioner, parent or other caregiver, this episode will give you great insights into how you can structure your life, work and schedule around your body's needs while showing up for others effectively.   Guides, Tools & Resources: The Essential Sequence - free guide that shows you the difference between stress and trauma states of our nervous system. In just 3 steps, it walks you through what your body needs when it has stored trauma or is in a freeze response. Foundational Journey - If you want to be safely guided through The Essential Sequence, and lay your foundation of regulation in this online 6 week course, join me and my team of mentors for this journey into your inner world with practical somatic and parts self-practices.   Brain Inflammation Protocol – The complete protocol for if you have anxiety, depression, prior head injuries and want to address the brain inflammation that's keeping you stuck. Tackling Brain Inflammation [Video Library] – 27 videos from experts on how to recognize brain inflammation, how to get tested and what nutrients and supplements can support you   Related Podcast Episodes for Practitioners: Episode 67: Healing Trauma and Chronic Illness Through Connection with Gabor Mate Episode 99: Stress In The Body: Trauma-Informed Medicine & Why Dysregulation Should Be Included In Assessments Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

“Emotions need motion” - Paul Denniston Grief is an emotion that many of us try to avoid. But what happens when we don't let it out? In this episode, we explore how hidden grief can get stuck in the body, causing tight shoulders, stomach pain, and nonstop anxiety. Paul Denniston, founder of Grief Yoga, joins Dr. Aimie to explain that grief doesn't simply disappear when ignored. Instead, it hides in our muscles and body, making them hurt or feel uncomfortable.This conversation sheds light on how movement and even laughter can let the feelings out of our bodies in a safe way. We'll talk more about: How grief physically manifests in the body Why movement is essential for trauma healing How to recognize if what you're feeling is grief (even if it looks like anxiety or anger) The power in creating dedicated time and space for grief expression Learning how to sit with grief safely so it doesn't feel too overwhelming How laughter can be used to access deeper grief How practitioners can hold space for others' grief without becoming overwhelmed themselves The physical and emotional benefits of moving grief through the body  And more!   Whether you're a practitioner working with grief, someone supporting a loved one through loss, or navigating your own healing journey, this episode shares insights into transforming pain through movement practices that incorporate breath, sound, and embodied awareness.   Paul Denniston is the founder of Grief Yoga®, which uses yoga, movement, breath, and sound to release pain and suffering and connect to love. His intention with Grief Yoga is to combine many different forms of yoga in order to help heal grief. Guides, Tools & Resources: The Essential Sequence - free guide that shows you the difference between stress and trauma states of our nervous system. In just 3 steps, it walks you through what your body needs when it has stored trauma or is in a freeze response. Biology of Trauma book - How the body experiences and holds fear, pain and overwhelm, and how to heal. At the time of this recording, you can join us in The Insider's Circle Book Club and pre-orders will be going live soon.  Foundational Journey - If you want to be guided through The Essential Sequence laid out in the guide and the book, join me and my team for this 6 week journey into your inner world with practical somatic and parts self-practices to lay your foundation to do the deeper work safely. These are the daily practices I have found that change one's biology and health symptoms the fastest. Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 74: Why Stored Trauma Becomes Syndromes & Their Somatic Solutions Episode 114: Grief: The Science Behind Why We Can't “Get Over” Loss and How to Grieve Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

In response to overwhelm, the body tries to keep one safe in different ways. Sometimes our body feels so shaken and shocked that it makes our mind need to disconnect from the pain of it. This is called dissociating.  Yet, the body still remembers what happened. The impact to our biology doesn't go away just because we don't understand or remember something. The impact is how the body keeps track of everything from out past. When we understand that our body is reacting because it is still holding onto something from the past, it can help us uncover what needs to be healed. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk joins Dr. Aimie in this episode to explore the profound nature of trauma - how it affects the body in ways that make it keep score. He explains why trauma is not just about the events but about how those experiences become engrained in our biology, creating patterns that persist long after the danger has passed. This in turn can make trauma something that is truly "unbelievable, unbearable, and overwhelming." Our bodies are built to move when we're in danger. When we can't move during traumatic events, it changes how our brain works. This conversation looks at why this happens. It also explains how difficult experiences in childhood create patterns in our minds - like an inner roadmap - that shape how we see the world and connect with people as adults. They'll talk more on: Why trauma leaves people unable to articulate their experiences How dissociation works as a way to survive during overwhelming events Why the lack of movement during an event is what makes it traumatic The physical toll of living with a dysregulated nervous system Why healing must address the basic housekeeping functions of the body How trauma blocks our capacity to experience pleasure and worthiness And more!   If you're working with trauma professionally, supporting someone on their healing journey, or navigating your own recovery, this episode is excellent for understanding how the body keeps score while offering practical actions to reclaim agency, embody healing, and create a life worth living through curiosity and collaboration.   Guides, Tools & Resources: Steps to Identify and Heal Trauma: A Roadmap for Healing Trauma - Find out what trauma is, how to recognize it, and get simple steps to help you heal in this 23-page guide. It's great for anyone who wants to understand trauma better or support others on their healing journey. Biology of Trauma (the book) - How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It. With the foreword written by Dr. Gabor Mate, it is a book intended to change the conversation about how to heal on the deepest level, not just our mind, not just our body, but also our biology. Please join me for The Insider's Circle where you can pre-order your copy and receive monthly readings with Dr. Aimie.   Foundational Journey - If you want to be safely guided through The Essential Sequence, and lay your foundation of regulation in this online 6 week course, join me and my team of mentors for this journey into your inner world with practical somatic and parts self-practices.   Related Podcasts: Episode 7: Identifying And Treating Cooper Excess To Reserve Postpartum Depression With William Walsh Episode 90: Beyond Talk Therapy: Addressing the Biochemical Basis of Behavior & Changing Our Response Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Are you or those you help seemingly doing all "right things" but still feeling stuck? That competitive drive, those controlling tendencies, or that persistent anxiety might actually be rooted in our biochemistry.  In this episode, Dr. Aimie sits down with Dr. Jason Loken to explore how hidden biochemical imbalances can create patterns of depression, anxiety, and behavioral challenges that talk therapy alone cannot resolve. Dr. Loken shares how under-methylation, a copper-zinc imbalance, and pyroluria can fundamentally affect your physical and mental well-being. They'll also discuss why certain traits run in families, how a copper-zinc imbalance can affect postpartum mental health, and why some children struggle with focus and emotional regulation. Dr. Loken breaks down the science behind these biochemical patterns, explains how these biochemical imbalances can be identified, and shares actionable steps for addressing the root cause of these imbalances. They'll talk more about: How under-methylation is connected to depression and anxiety The behavioral traits commonly associated with under-methylation (competitiveness, control issues, obsessive compulsive tendencies, etc.) How to properly test for methylation imbalances  How a surge in copper levels during pregnancy can lead to postpartum mood disorders Why "managing stress better" is nearly impossible with certain imbalances How pyroluria strips the body of key nutrients that help create the feel good chemicals like serotonin and dopamine  The connection between these biochemical imbalances and autoimmune conditions And more!   Whether you're a practitioner looking for more comprehensive approaches to mental health, a parent concerned about your child's behavior, or someone personally struggling with persistent symptoms, this episode offers valuable insights into how balancing your biochemistry might be the key to finally feeling like yourself again. Guides, Tools & Resources: 3 Most Common Biochemical Imbalances - Discover the common biochemical imbalances that are frequently at the core of mood and trauma patterns. Learn how these imbalances are identified and addressed to help improve emotional well-being. Biology of Trauma (the book) - How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It. Please join us in the Insider's Circle where you can pre-order your copy and receive monthly readings with Dr. Aimie.   Related Podcasts: Episode 90: Beyond Talk Therapy: Addressing the Biochemical Basis of Behavior & Changing Our Response Episode 92: ​​How Chaos of Early Childhood Trauma Affects Our Adult Nervous System Related Youtube Videos:  The Copper to Zinc Ratio You Need For Healing From Trauma Are You Predisposed to Trauma? Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.    

Are you or someone you know struggling with the weight of grief, feeling disconnected, exhausted, or immobilized? In this short episode, Dr. Aimie will expand on her conversation with Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor from episode 114. She will dive deeper into the neurobiology of grief and its impact on the body. You'll hear more on: The three survival mechanisms of grief-related trauma Why grief can trigger overwhelming fatigue, digestive issues, and feelings of heaviness The connection between grief, the gut, and the nervous system Practical steps to support and repair the body during the grieving process If grief feels unbearable, understanding the biology behind it can provide insights and strategies to support healing. If you want to learn more listen to Episode 114: The Science Behind Why We Can't “Get Over” Loss and How to Grieve   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

Are you or someone you know struggling with unexplained anxiety, fatigue, or reactivity? In this short episode, Dr. Aimie dives deep into the conversation she had with Dr. Neil Nathan in episode 113 about how hidden infections like mold toxicity and Lyme disease can create a "biology of threat" within your body. She'll explore: How mold and Lyme can trigger physiological symptoms that mimic trauma responses The 3 interconnected systems that keep your body in constant threat mode Practical steps to regulate your nervous system and reduce sensitivity Ready to learn more on how mold toxicity and Lyme disease can affect not just the body but the mind as well? Listen to Episode 113: Hidden Triggers: How Mold and Lyme Create A Sensitive and Reactive Personality with Dr. Neil Nathan   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Are you ready to unlock your brain's hidden power? Today, Dr. Aimie will be taking a closer look at the key takeaways from her conversation with Dr. Greg Kelly. She will be going into the biology behind the brain's capacity and what you can do to improve yours. She'll talk about: Removing stressors that are taking up brain capacity  Why creating more brain capacity is key long-term  Simple tools to increase your capacity   If you want to know more about how you can reduce stressors and increase mental bandwidth, listen to Episode 111: Unlock Your Brain's Hidden Power: Reduce Stress and Stop Burnout   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

Of all the different aspects of trauma biology, brain inflammation is the one that will hold you back when it comes to the therapy, trauma work and personal development you're trying to do. In this short episode, Dr. Aimie will share her top takeaways and action steps from episode 110 with Dr. Datis Kharrazian. She'l go into the biology behind brain inflammation in therapy and trauma work.  You'll hear more on: How brain inflammation shuts the body down The 3 levels that keep your body stuck The necessary repair tools for brain inflammation Ready to clear your mind of brain fog? Listen to Episode 110: Clear Your Mind: How to Reduce Brain Fog & Mental Fatigue Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

Is your biology making it easier to fall into addiction? Today, Dr. Aimie is taking a closer look at this question and other key takeaways from her conversation with the late Dr. Charles Gant  around addiction.  You'll hear more on:  Biological factors that may push someone towards addiction The role of the freeze response in addiction The 3 main biochemical imbalances that are seen in addiction Want to hear more about the connection between your biology and addiction? Listen to Episode 109: End Your Addiction Now: How Pioneer Work Outperforms Traditional Treatment   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

Did you know your body's connective tissues might be trapping trauma and toxins? In this short episode, Dr. Aimie is sharing valuable insights from her episode with Dr. Christine Schaffner. She talks about the biology behind how trauma manifests in the body through the extracellular matrix, fascia, and lymphatic system.  You'll hear more on: How these connective tissues work The healing sequence to follow to start your healing journey Which system to address first when looking at stored trauma If you want to more fully understand this topic, head over to Episode 108: How The Body Stores Emotional Trauma in the Fascia and Lymphatic System with Dr. Christine Schaffner   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

“ In order to think about grief, first you have to think about love and bonding, because that is what gets lost. That is what gets broken.”  Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor Understanding why grief feels so physical, why someone still reaches for the phone to call someone who's gone, or why certain memories can trigger intense emotions years after a loss can provide valuable insight for those helping others who are experiencing grief or for those who want to know more about grief. And today, we're diving into the neuroscience behind grief. In this episode, Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor joins Dr. Aimie to discuss how grief isn't just an emotional response but a complex learning process as our brains adapt to a fundamentally changed reality. She introduces the critical distinction between grief and grieving, highlighting how our attachment patterns influence our grief journey. Her fascinating research on yearning reveals that this powerful sensation activates the same brain regions involved with other basic survival needs, explaining why the feeling can be so intense and overwhelming  The conversation also goes into how avoidance and rumination can interfere with natural healing, and that the intensity and frequency of grief waves will change over time as part of the grieving process.   You'll learn: The brain regions that activate when you yearn for someone who has died Why yearning is more like hunger or thirst than addiction The difference between grief (response) and grieving (adaptation process) How rumination and avoidance can interfere with natural healing The importance of staying grounded and connected to the present  How to prepare your brain and support systems for future grief experiences The crucial differences between depression and grief, and why they require different approaches   Whether you're currently navigating grief, supporting someone who is, or simply preparing for inevitable losses, this episode will help you understand why healing isn't “getting over” a loss, but an ever evolving process that fundamentally changes our reality.   Connect with Dr. O'Connor: Website Related Podcasts: Episode 42: Unlocking The Role of Disguised Grief in Health  Episode 76: Navigating the Grief Journey: The Polyvagal Way To Become an Active Operator of Your Nervous System   Guides, Tools & Resources: The Essential Sequence - A free guide that shows you the difference between stress and trauma states of our nervous system. In just 3 steps, it walks you through what your body needs when it has stored trauma or is in a freeze response.   Foundational Journey - If you want to be safely guided through The Essential Sequence, and lay your foundation of regulation in this online 6 week course, join me and my team of mentors for this journey into your inner world with practical somatic and parts self-practices Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast. Comment Etiquette: I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Please share your constructive feedback by using personal name or initials so that we can keep this space spam-free, and let's keep the discussion positive!  

“If you have a new onset of anxiety or depression that doesn't even make sense to you, think of a more physical cause.” - Dr. Neil Nathan   Do you have issues with focus, concentration, or even finding the word you want to use? If so, you might be dealing with the hidden effects of mold toxicity and Lyme disease.  In this episode, Dr. Aimie sits down with Dr. Neil Nathan to discuss how mold toxicity and Lyme disease can create a "biology of threat" in the body that can trigger and maintain a state of hypervigilance and reactivity. This is not the only issue  mold toxins and Lyme infections can cause. They can create unique inflammatory responses that affect the brain, nervous system, and immune function, often manifesting as unexplained anxiety, depression, cognitive issues, and physical symptoms that are often misdiagnosed as mental health disorders. Dr. Nathan also introduces "the big three" factors keeping the body stuck in threat mode: limbic activation, vagal dysregulation, and mast cell activation. He'll share how these become dysregulated when faced with mold toxicity and Lyme disease, causing the body to shut down as a protective mechanism. This explains why you may experience seemingly inexplicable sensitivities and reactions despite doing all the "right" emotional and psychological work for trauma recovery. Join them as they break down the science behind the body's response to mold toxicity and Lyme disease, if it's possible to reverse it, and actionable steps you can take to start the healing journey. You'll learn more about: [05:05] How “out of the blue” anxiety, depression, or other symptoms might actually be caused by mold or Lyme [10:00] What makes the inflammation associated with these internal stressors unique [16:46]  Why the “big three” need to be addressed together in sensitive patients [17:38] How mold toxicity and Lyme can lead to chronic neurological and autoimmune conditions [20:33] The internal trauma response that can be created by mold toxicity and Lyme And more!   Dr. Neil Nathan is a Board Certified Family Physician who has been practicing medicine for over 50 years. As he studied and learned a wide variety of alternative concepts, his practice gravitated into primarily helping to diagnose and treat those patients who have not been helped by conventional medicine. He's worked with thousands of patients with complex medical illnesses such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, mold toxicity, chronic Lyme disease, autism, and chronic pain.    Related Podcasts: Episode 105: How Anxiety, Depression & Trauma Reactions May Be From Mold and Heavy Metals Episode 106: How Mast Cell Activation, Histamines & Mold Toxicity Place You in a High-Risk Trauma Category   Guides, Tools & Resources: The Essential Sequence - free guide that shows you the difference between stress and trauma states of our nervous system. In just 3 steps, it walks you through what your body needs when it has stored trauma or is in a freeze response. Foundational Journey - a guided 6 week journey into your inner world with a structured sequence of somatic and parts interventions with live online classes. One of the things that happens in just the first 21 days of the Foundational Journey is that people experience a 26% decrease in daily physical pain, speaking to what Dr Schubiner was just talking about, these neural secret pains, can turn off and on, and it's not actually necessarily due to the the injury the body itself. It is a neural circuit and we're managing the pain just by working with the nervous system, looking at the habitual component of it and continuing with essential parts work.   Connect with Dr. Neil Nathan: Website   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast. Comment Etiquette: I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Please share your constructive feedback by using personal name or initials so that we can keep this space spam-free, and let's keep the discussion positive!  

In this conversation, Monique Koven and Dr. Aimie Apigian discuss the topic of overwhelm and how it relates to trauma and our nervous system. They explore the concept of overwhelm as a trauma response and the ways in which our body tries to protect us from it. They also discuss the role of parts work in addressing overwhelm and how to work with the protector parts that prevent us from accessing the younger, overwhelmed parts. Amy emphasizes the importance of collaboration and building trust with these parts. They also touch on the integration of biology, somatic work, and parts work in the healing journeytakeawaysOverwhelm is a trauma response that is different for trauma survivors compared to those who do not have a history of trauma.Our body remembers past experiences of overwhelm and tries to protect us from experiencing it again.Parts work is a tool for addressing overwhelm and involves working with the protector parts that prevent us from accessing the younger, overwhelmed parts.Collaboration and building trust with these parts is essential in the healing process.The integration of biology, somatic work, and parts work is important in addressing overwhelm and building a foundation of regulation.Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH, is a Board-Certified Preventive Medicine physician with a Masters in Biochemistry and a Masters in Public Health.  She is an author, speaker and founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated, LLC and Family Challenge Camps, and host of Bio-Optimize Summit. She now has founded Trauma Healing Accelerated to bring information and personal empowerment through online courses.  She hosts summits on how to optimize the biology in those who want the next level to their health and performance. She has an active medical practice in California in Addiction Medicine and Concierge Functional Medicine.In addition to her medical training, she is also a Functional Medicine physician and has training and certifications specifically in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition and genetics for addictions, mental health, and mood and behavioral disorders.Aimie has a number of certifications in various trauma therapies including Instinctual Trauma Response Model (an art trauma therapy), Somatic Experiencing (developed by Dr. Peter Levine), and NeuroAffective Touch (Dr. Aline LaPierre). Dr. Aimie enjoys bridging the gap between what she sees happening in these trauma therapies and a person's biology and nervous system.Support the showFind a list of my recommended books, trainings + resources for healing traumahttps://www.thehealingtraumapodcast.com/resources/ The Foundational Journey to Change Your Biology – 6-week online course guided and designed by Dr. Aimie as a journey into your nervous system to change your biology trauma reactions.https://www.thehealingtraumapodcast.com/foundational-journeySubscribe to this channel on Youtube and Watch the episode on video https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJy4f23JvtdFuQGadOqy3PADisclaimer: This episode and website contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase, I may receive a small commision at no cost to you.

In the latest podcast episode of the MindHealth360 Show, Dr. Aimie Apigian delves into the neurobiology of trauma and how it impacts our mental and physical health. As an MD with a background in biochemistry, public health and functional medicine, Dr. Apigian bridges the gap between the biochemical and the psychological aspects of trauma. She explains how life experiences are stored in the body and how trauma can lead to nervous system dysregulation, contributing to various mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and insomnia. Aimie Apigian, MD MS MPH is a leading medical expert on how life experiences get stored in the body and on accelerating the trauma healing journey through her signature model and methodology, The Biology of Trauma®, based on her personal health and trauma journey. In this episode, learn about: The interconnectedness of the nervous system and the immune system and the connection of the autonomic and central nervous systems.  How dysregulation of the autonomic nervous system drives mental and physical health issues.  How one individual neuron cell is getting signals, and its receptors, and its mitochondria.  The role of our biochemistry in understanding trauma and nervous system dysregulation. How chronic stress and trauma can lead to cellular dysregulation and chronic symptoms. Practical approaches to restoring the body's health through integrative trauma therapy. The importance of creating micro-moments of safety to support the healing process.   We are so excited to announce that Dr. Apigian will be one of our keynote speakers at the IMMH 2024 Conference in Washington DC from 10-13 October. She will be presenting on the neurobiology of trauma and effective integrative approaches to healing. For more information and to register, visit https://www.immh.org For further insights, visit https://www.MindHealth360.com, your comprehensive guide to mental well-being. Guest's Social Media Channels: - Instagram: @draimie - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aimie.apigian - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimie-apigian/ Publications: - Apigian, A. (2022). The Biology of Trauma: Healing Chronic Stress and Trauma. [Publisher]. - Apigian, A. (2019). Functional Medicine and Trauma: Integrative Approaches to Health. [Publisher]. Resources Mentioned: - Trauma Healing Accelerated: For more information and to attend the course, visit [Trauma Healing Accelerated](https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com).  

How do we begin to have secure attachments as adults?   We develop our attachment style in childhood and there are 3 different types of attachment. But how do we know what our attachment style is and how it impacts our life? One of them, secure attachment, iI've only seen a few times in my life. The other two styles are what most of us tend to be and that's ok! But how can we move from these styles into secure attachments? That's the question I'll be answering on today's episode. You'll hear more about: The basics of attachment styles and their impact on our lives How our nervous system influences our attachment patterns The journey from insecure to secure attachment The role of somatic work, parts work, and addressing biology in healing attachment issues Insights into "earned secure attachment" and what it means to work towards it And more!   For more information and links for this episode, please visit our website: https://biologyoftrauma.com/biology-of-trauma-podcast/   CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook LinkedIn Instagram   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Hoy en Biología del Trauma, escuchamos a Heather, una graduada del viaje en línea de 21 días hacia una vida tranquila. Después de ver el impacto positivo de abordar su trauma, Heather continuó con su programa de capacitación de mentores para dirigir ejercicios somáticos y guiar a otros en su viaje de curación. En este episodio, abordamos cómo ayudar a su familia a recuperarse del trauma.    ¿Quieres saber más información sobre este episodio? ¡Dirígete a nuestro para obtener más información!    Descargo de responsabilidad:    Al escuchar este podcast, usted acepta no utilizarlo como consejo médico para tratar ninguna condición médica ni en usted ni en los demás. Consulte a su propio médico sobre cualquier problema médico que pueda tener. Este descargo de responsabilidad completo también se aplica a cualquier invitado o colaborador del podcast. Bajo ninguna circunstancia Trauma Healing Accelerated, ningún invitado o colaborador del podcast The Biology of Trauma, ni ningún empleado, asociado o afiliado de Trauma Healing Accelerated serán responsables de los daños que surjan del uso del podcast.

Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH, is a double Board-Certified Physician, boarded in both Preventive and Addiction Medicine with a Masters in Biochemistry and a Masters in Public Health. She is a leader, speaker and founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated, LLC where she not only continues to lead individuals in their own healing journey but trains professionals around the world to do the same. After a few years in a general surgery residency in Portland, OR, Dr. Aimie decided to forge her career path as a Trauma, Attachment and Addiction Medicine Physician. She believes the healing journey can be accelerated by bringing in the biology piece to trauma and applying strategic tools to address the chronic effects of trauma in ones body. Having both parented children with effects from attachment and trauma issues and then having her own health challenges from chronic stress and traumas, she is intensely invested on finding what actually works practically and how to restore the body to its highest potential for health optimizing the biology. In addition to her medical training, she is also a Functional Medicine physician and has training and certifications specifically in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition and genetics for addictions, mental health, and mood and behavioral disorders. She has a number of certifications in various trauma therapies including Instinctual Trauma Response Model (an art trauma therapy), Somatic Experiencing (developed by Dr. Peter Levine), and NeuroAffective Touch (Dr. Aline LaPierre). Dr. Aimie enjoys bridging the gap between what she sees happening in these trauma therapies and a person's biology and nervous system.

Show notes: [5:47] The biology of trauma and healing [13:02] Understanding trauma in parenting [19:14] Healing trauma and chronic health issues [28:20] The path to healing past trauma  [36:36] Reframing past outlook to achieve healing [44:06] Outro Who is Dr. Aimie Apigian?   Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH, is a Board-Certified Preventive Medicine physician with a Masters in Biochemistry and a Masters in Public Health.  She is an author, speaker and founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated, LLC and Family Challenge Camps.   After a few years in a general surgery residency in Portland, OR, Dr. Aimie decided to forge her career path as a Trauma, Attachment and Addiction Medicine Physician.  She believes the healing journey can be accelerated through evidence-based tools and approaches to rewire the nervous system and the effects of chronic stress and trauma on the mind and body.  Having both parented children with effects from attachment and trauma issues and then having her own health challenges from chronic stress and traumas, she is intensely invested on finding what actually works practically and how to restore the body to its highest potential for health optimizing the biology.    In addition to her medical training, she is also a Functional Medicine physician and has training and certifications specifically in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition and genetics for addictions, mental health, and mood and behavioral disorders.   She has a number of certifications in various trauma therapies including Instinctual Trauma Response Model (an art trauma therapy), Somatic Experiencing (developed by Dr. Peter Levine), and NeuroAffective Touch (Dr. Aline LaPierre). Dr. Aimie enjoys bridging the gap between what she sees happening in these trauma therapies and a person's biology and nervous system.   She is the Founder and Director for Family Challenge Camps, a non-profit organization founded in 2011 providing an experiential transformative intensive for families with children with trauma and attachment issues. She now has founded Trauma Healing Accelerated to bring information and personal empowerment through online courses.  She hosts summits on how to optimize the biology in those who want the next level to their health and performance. She has an active medical practice in California in Addiction Medicine and Concierge Functional Medicine. Connect with Dr. Aimie Apigian: Website: https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrAimieApigian Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/draimie/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draimie Twitter: https://twitter.com/draimie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimie-apigian Links and Resources: Peak Performance Life Peak Performance on Facebook Peak Performance on Instagram  

* Trigger warning for suicide and sexual trauma* Today's Question: What role does sexual grief play in the trauma-healing journey?  This is what we answer in today's episode. Together with my good friend, Edy Nathan, who is an author, public speaker, and licensed therapist in New York City, we take a deep dive into understanding what sexual grief is. In defining the sexual grief effect, Edy brings to light the profound impact of sexually traumatic experiences on individuals. This grief is not static; it evolves, shifts shape, and manifests uniquely in each person. By applying techniques from internal family systems and somatic parts work, we learn to engage in intentional, transformative conversations with the different parts of ourselves.   Head over to the Dr. Aimie's website to learn more about this episode: https://biologyoftrauma.com/biology-of-trauma-podcast/     Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.      

What is the role of the autonomic nervous system specifically in chronic pain? That is what we cover in this episode on the trauma behind chronic pain!  In this episode, I talk about chronic pain with Dr. Les Aria, a pain psychologist in practice for 19 years and co-founder of Menda health, a digital pain recovering platform, where he serves as the chief science officer. I invited him to this podcast episode because of his unique ability to explain chronic pain through the Polyvagal Lens.   In this episode, you are going to learn: How the nervous system acts as a feedback loop  The role of safety physiology and threat physiology in those with multiple health symptoms How microdosing practices of safety are essential to changing the feedback loop A guided exercise demonstrating how to microdose safety  Why practice is the driver of change in the nervous system What a flare-up of chronic pain means What wrong advice your doctor has been giving you with chronic pain What to do instead during a flare-up What is the significance of Phantom Pain    Helpful Links: Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma - This is where you start for safely addressing stored trauma. A live online 6-week journey with me guiding you through somatic and parts practices. We work to create microdoses of safety that then start to become your new normal to live in a state of what I call - Calm Aliveness. 3 States of the Nervous System YouTube Video - What is a stress and what is a trauma?  They are very different!  In this video, I give you a brief explanation of the difference on a cellular level by looking at the 3 distinct states of the nervous system. Essential Sequence: I discuss the 3 states of the autonomic nervous system in this episode so you can understand how to recognize which one your body is in. This guide will give you more details on each and the essential sequence to bring your body out of the trauma state.  What Professionals Need to Know About The Chronic Freeze Response With Dr. Peter Levine - One of the most popular Biology of Trauma® podcast episodes, listen to my interview with Dr. Peter Levine, founder of somatic experiencing, where we discuss what people need to know about the chronic freeze response. Steps to Identify and Heal Trauma - If you aren't sure why your body is experiencing the symptoms it is, this 23-page guide helps you understand potential physical manifestations of trauma, like chronic pain. You'll also learn what trauma actually is, how to identify it, and steps to begin your trauma healing journey.    Connect with me on social media: Facebook LinkedIn Instragram   Products I recommend for this episode: Magnesium Calm - For calming down the nervous system that's on fire with chronic pain. Tri-Mag Sleep - Known for its relaxation properties, this easy-to-mix powder of 3 highly absorbable forms of magnesium helps ease muscle tension. Tri-Magnesium Power - This supplement aids in shifting and rewiring the nervous system post chronic stress and trauma.  Foundational Journey: Learn More   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast:

In this episode of the Biology of Trauma podcast, I will be discussing the role of neuroplasticity in trauma and how it can either keep you stuck or move you forward. We live in a world that glorifies neuroscience and neuroplasticity, so the big question we are going to answer today is: How can you use neuroplasticity to help you on your healing journey?   We will look at client experiences and see how those may apply to you. In my teachings, we will talk about why neuroplasticity isn't necessarily the place to start healing, especially if we have not first regulated our system. We will touch on dealing with brain inflammation, getting the right amounts of serotonin and other neurotransmitters in our system, and finding the pattern of the nervous system.   Key Takeaways: Why it is essential to know how long or chronic a pattern is Understanding time and neuroplasticity Why both gentleness and firmness are needed to address stored trauma How to shift from negative to positive neuroplasticity   Links for this episode: Brain Inflammation Protocol: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/aapigian/store-start?signup_source=shareable_protocol&source=shareable_protocol&source_record=VHJlYXRtZW50UGxhblRlbXBsYXRlLTczNTc4 Mag Calm: https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/magnesium-calm/ Foundational Journey (to lay the foundation of regulation): https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/21-Day-Journey-and-All-Parts-of-Me   GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Guide for Biochemical Imbalances in Mental Health Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/  

"There are many supplements that can be helpful - because it is not as simple as, 'Take this one thing and everything will be cured.' The effects of trauma on the body are diverse and will require an integrative, personalized approach when it comes to taking supplements."   In this enlightening episode, we are going to delve into the complex world of supplements and their role in trauma recovery. With expertise in trauma and biology, I will guide you through the intricate relationship between our body's response to trauma and how supplements can aid in the healing process. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the multifaceted approach required for effective trauma therapy.   Key Takeaways:   Brain inflammation and three ways to know if you have it Supplements that can play a crucial role in supporting trauma recovery Supplements essentials to those with chronic stress The role of Vitamin C and its impact on healing trauma in the body The relationship between copper excess, estrogen, and various physical/mood symptoms The role nitric oxide plays in improved oxygen delivery and cellular health   Important Links:   Biochemical Imbalances Full Brain Inflammation Protocol on Fullscript Podcast episode with Dr. Tom O'Bryan with Tori's full story on brain inflammation Magnesium Calm in Online Store Magnesium Sleep Tri-Magnesium Power Nitric Oxide Capsules THA Research Page that mentions Nitric Oxide Professional Certificate Training Program Page Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma     GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing” –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast. We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/  

"I wound up having this trauma happen at the hands of the vice principal. Well, then every time the intercom goes off for every morning's Pledge of Allegiance and secretarial announcements, I go into freeze and terror. And the meaning I created is "I'm not safe." - Dr. Keesha Ewers   In this episode, Dr. Keesha Ewers joins me to discuss the connection between the freeze response and autoimmunity. We look at the body's freeze response during traumatic experiences and how those triggers lead to a pattern of nervous system reactivity. We also dive deeper into the freeze response and why it is more common in children. These traumatic experiences can lead to the formation of beliefs and adaptive behaviors that persist into adulthood.   We take a deeper look at unresolved anger, specifically unexpressed anger turned towards oneself, and how it is associated with autoimmune conditions. The question we want to answer is: How is the freeze response behind autoimmunity? Key Takeaways: Why looking back and finding a moment when you wanted to die can be helpful How long a Biology of Trauma is happening underneath the surface before symptoms develop Why children experience freeze more than fight or flight You don't need to remember the story to heal 3 essential tools to reverse autoimmunity issues What it is like to apply the tools to yourself and to your patients/clients GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ More about our guest:  Dr. Keesha Ewers is a board certified Functional and Ayurvedic medical practitioner, as well as Doctor of Sexology, family practice ARNP (advanced registered nurse practitioner), a trauma informed therapist, Huachumera (medicine woman trained in the use of plant medicine from Peru), and a Reiki Master. She is registered in Washington state in clinical hypnotherapy and certified in EMDR, Brainspotting, the Enneagram, and mediumship and Angel Therapy. Dr. Keesha is also a certified MAPS MDMA therapist. She is the founder of a new branch of medicine called Functional Sexology. Dr. Keesha practices what she calls Mystic Medicine. Mystic Medicine sees EVERYTHING as God, including illness and suffering. She has seen that once the lesson is learned, the struggle is relieved. Dr. Ewers developed the 4 Pillar Freedom Framework and founded the Academy for Integrative Medicine to train people who are passionate about empowering themselves and then empowering others to heal themselves. Her Integrative Medicine Health Coach Certification Program is the only health coach program that trains coaches in Functional Medicine, Ayurveda, Positive Psychology, the Enneagram, Sexology, and laboratory testing. Dr. Keesha has been in the medical field for over 30 years. After being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis—an incurable disease according to Western medicine—she began exploring alternative modalities, which led her to Ayurvedic and Functional Medicine and a complete reversal of her autoimmunity. Her constant thirst for knowledge in the pursuit of finding answers to her patient's problems has taken her around the world. She has studied with traditional healers of native cultures from Australia and Peru to Africa and India, as well as with the most innovative thinkers and scientists in the US. She now takes groups to these places to train with her using plant medicine and the Medicine Wheel. Dr. Keesha is a popular speaker, including at Harvard and from the TEDx stage. She is the #1 bestselling author of Solving the Autoimmune Puzzle: The Woman's Guide to Reclaiming Emotional Freedom and Vibrant Health and Your Libido Story: A workbook for women who want to find, fix, and free their sexual desire. Shas authored several articles in peer reviewed journals, written chapters for text books by Dr. Andrew Weil and Dr. Gina Ogden, and is currently working on her next book. Dr. Keesha and her guests are live every Monday through Wednesday afternoons at 1 pm Pacific time on KKNW 1150 AM on Healthy YOU! Radio, where you can also listen to archived shows. Dr. Keesha is also a certified yoga instructor, meditation teacher, Tantrica, and mother to 4 amazing grown children.   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Attachment Roadmap Guide for Biochemical Imbalances in Mental Health Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/  

"...It's not a mindset issue. It's a nervous system issue.."   This is a special episode because I have asked Cat Dillon to share her story of healing bracing and hypervigilance from her childhood, which came to a breaking point while she was driving over a bridge. Cat is a former chef, now a registered holistic nutritionist, a functional diagnostic practitioner, and trauma coach who is able to help women with weight and food related issues. She recently completed the Mastery level of training with me in the Biology of Trauma courses.   It's important to know that stress that begins in childhood is usually something we don't even realize. If we compare our own childhoods against others, it is easy to think you didn't have things that bad and we are better off than a lot of people. If we are feeling the strain of it now, we should just get over it… right? Unfortunately, one day the straw is going to break the camel's back and you will be face to face with trauma you didn't even realize was there. The biggest question we want to know is: How can we heal bracing and hypervigilance?   Key Takeaways: Cat's incredible journey healing bracing and hypervigilance How a biology of trauma can start without us realizing it How juggling a lot can be our way to avoid noticing the trauma inside How she used somatic work when breath work did not help What it feels like to have our bracing patterns and hypervigilance relax as we start to know what to do   GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ More about our guest:  Cat Dillon is a trauma-informed, registered holistic nutritionist and transformational life coach helping women in mid-life address the root causes of their weight, gut, sleep, fatigue, and mood issues so they can finally feel more connected, fully alive, and balanced inside and out of their bodies. She provides individualized and in-depth nutritional counseling, not only through listening to the client's story, but by using personalized assessments and lab analysis combining various modalities such as: Building self-awareness, innate wisdom, intuitive and mindful eating, culinary nutrition, growing a personal somatic practice; lab testing (comprehensive gut, immune and hormone testing), micronutrient and neurotransmitter testing). Cat's programs are designed for those who want to find true and lasting solutions and live a longer and better quality life now and prevent health issues down the road as they age. Connect with Cat: https://catdillon.com/   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Attachment Roadmap Guide for Biochemical Imbalances in Mental Health Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/  

Although trauma and its effects on the body are being discussed more and more in the worlds of natural and functional medicine, for many practitioners, there is still a huge disconnect as to what the actual SCIENCE shows when it comes to trauma's impact on our bodies.  With our guest today on The Health Detective Podcast, Dr. Aimie Apigian, there is NO NEED to wonder any longer as to what the science is telling us. The impact of trauma IS real, and each body can perceive different situations and circumstances as traumatic.  Dr. Aimie's personal experience with trauma was profound enough that she has now dedicated her entire life's work educating the medical system and patients as to how they can effectively work through trauma they may have acquired throughout the years. If you enjoyed this episode, please shoot Dr. Aimie a message on her Instagram to let her know you appreciate her! www.instagram.com/draimie   About Dr. Aimie:   Dr. Aimie is a double Board-Certified Physician, boarded in both Preventive and Addiction Medicine with Double Masters degrees in Biochemistry and Public Health. She graduated from Loma Linda University in 2010 with her medical degree where she then went on to 3.5 years of general surgery residency. Having been a foster mom and then adoptive mom, she had personal experience with trauma in her home and then non-profit working with other adoptive families and their children until trauma became her own personal story with her body giving in during her surgery residency training. Through all of these life experiences, she has discovered that life experiences become one's biology, and that trauma is more than our psychology. It requires a specific process and a holistic integrative approach for addressing stored trauma in the body. She left her thriving conventional addiction medicine practice, is a certified functional medicine physician and has numerous trainings and certifications in functional medicine, mental health, addiction and trauma therapy modalities. Seeing the huge gap in both medicine and mental health for addressing stored trauma and its effects on the body, her mission is now to help 1 million people accelerate their trauma healing journey by addressing the Biology of Trauma, and to bring the model of the Biology of Trauma to every medical and mental health educational system by the year 2041. She does this through her business, Trauma Healing Accelerated, her podcast, The Biology of Trauma with 130,000 downloads, an active youtube channel, free Masterclasses, her annual Biology of Trauma Summits with almost 200,000 registrations, but ultimately inviting people to her educational and experiential courses for individuals and her professional certificate training program.   Where to find Dr. Aimie:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/draimie Instagram: @draimie Youtube: Dr. Aimie Apigian LinkedIn: Dr. Aimie Apigian Website: https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/   Where to find FDN!   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FDNtraining/featured Instagram: www.instagram.com/fdntraining Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FunctionalDiagnosticNutrition LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/san-diego-natural-health-&-fitness-ctr

"Your physicality is your vehicle for all communication, leadership, and influence."   In this episode, Bo Eason, former NFL player, speaker, and author, and I discuss the role of physicality and self-expression in effective communication, parenting, and relationships. This episode answers this one question: What's the connection between the state of your nervous system, your physical presence, and your ability to communicate well?   Bo and I explore the importance of being physically and mentally present in different areas of life, and touch upon the parallels between elite athletes and impactful communicators who express themselves through their strong postures and voices. Bo shares his personal journey and insights on utilizing the body and voice for compelling storytelling and presence. As the author of the book There's No Plan B For Your A-Game, Bo believes that the human body is a powerful instrument and with adaptability and continuous learning, anyone can become a great communicator and excellent at what they do.   Here's what you'll learn about in this episode:   How physical expression makes communication impactful and messages compelling Why your nervous system needs to be in a parasympathetic state that is present and calm to foster creativity and play How deep breathing activates your voice to support communication Ways that presence and embodiment support parenting and influence and inspire others Why people with a history of trauma may struggle to embrace their power and be fully present The need to unapologetically embrace your natural power, authenticity, and strength, even when society tells you to play small Intro to the "Sacred Six," a set of six small exercises designed to activate the voice and body. Why you need a vision to attract support and resources and fufill your dreams     Want to learn the steps to take, in the right order, in order to process trauma safely? Check out my guide, “The Essential Sequence Complete Guide.” –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ More about our guest:  Bo Eason is a speaker, performer, and author who started his career in the NFL, as a top pick for the Houston Oilers. Continuing on with the San Francisco 49ers, during his 5-year career Bo competed beside and against some of the greatest players of his generation. In 2001, Bo wrote and performed his one-man play, Runt of the Litter, which opened in New York to rave reviews. The New York Times called it “One of the most powerful plays in the last decade.” Bo toured with the play in over 50 cities and it is now being adapted as a major motion picture. In his quest for excellence on the stage, Bo trained with some of the world's most brilliant performance and movement coaches, Larry Moss and Jean-Louis Rodrigue.  Bo now draws from their techniques and wisdom to coach others to be excellent presenters and storytellers. Bo is dedicated to helping others tap the power of their personal story and become effective, persuasive communicators. He delivered his keynotes and workshops to groups such as Protective Life Insurance, Dimensional Fund Advisors, Morgan Stanley, and Young Presidents Association. Bo has also appeared as a guest on shows like Bill Maher, Fox Sports Net, ESPN, The Rosie O'Donnell Show and CNN. Bo got the opportunity to share his life experiences and inspirational lessons with the world! Bo wrote There's No Plan B For Your A-Game because he truly believes that anyone has the ability to be great. His book uses inspiring, practical, and real-world guidance, coupled with absolute accountability to teach anyone how to be the best in the world at what they do: the best leader, the best business owner, the best athlete, the best artist, the best partner, the best parent. Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Attachment Roadmap Guide for Biochemical Imbalances in Mental Health Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/  

"Our ability to be present for another is directly related to our capacity to be present to ourselves." — Dr. Aimie Dr. Aimie   This week's episode of the Biology of Trauma podcast explains the "five agreements" that we teach in our 21 Day Journey course. The episode answers the question: What are the five agreements that allow us to do group trauma work safely?   We emphasize the importance of attuning to your nervous system, knowing your own capacity, and staying present. This episode also features stories from 21 Day Journey members who share how the five agreements have helped their healing journeys and allowed them to discover new things about themselves.   Here's what you'll learn in this week's episode:   What the five agreements are The importance of understanding your own capacity Why we agree to not hold ourselves to the standard of perfectionism Why staying present is key, rather than ruminating on stories from the past The reason we each must take responsibility for ourselves and our healing journey How those who have done this work before us can help us grow and learn What it's been like for members of the 21 Day Journey to apply the five agreements to their lives   Key Takeaways: Introduction to Capacity and the Nervous System [05:45]: Dr. Aimie discusses the meaning of capacity, emphasizing its role in handling stress, relationships, and personal growth.  The First Agreement: Presence [08:21]: Dr. Aimie explains the connection between being attuned to one's own body and the capacity to be present for others. The Second Agreement: Avoiding Perfectionism [10:16]: Dr. Aimie discusses the second agreement, which is about not holding oneself or others to a standard of perfectionism. She emphasizes starting where one is and building capacity from there. The Third Agreement: Personal Responsibility [11:34]: The focus shifts to personal responsibility, where individuals are encouraged to take ownership of their reactions and energy. The Fourth Agreement: Upholding a Safe Space [12:35]: Dr. Aimie introduces the fourth agreement, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe space by not intentionally triggering others with heavy stories from the past. The Fifth Agreement: Being Open to Learning and Taking Direction [15:23]: Dr. Aimie highlights the role of mentors and the importance of taking direction from those who have walked the journey themselves.   GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing” –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast. Helpful links: Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/  

"...it's so difficult for many who have been given that diagnosis, whether it's accurate or not, just because there hasn't been many solutions other than the message that they need to be on medications."   In this enlightening conversation with Dr. Christina Bjorndal, we explore the intricate connections between mental wellness diagnosis, traumatic experiences, and the journey to healing. Dr. Christina also wrote the book Beyond The Label: 10 Steps to Improve Your Mental Health With Naturopathic Medicine. In this episode, we delve into the challenges and stigmas of mental health labels and discuss how early life experiences, the ego, and shadow beliefs can contribute to stored trauma that require a holistic approach to overcome. We will answer two questions: Is a bipolar label related to early childhood trauma, and if so, is there a different solution to a bipolar label than psychiatric medication?    Key Takeaways: The challenges of maintaining mental wellness amidst societal changes and isolation [03:42] Dr. Christina shares her motivation for writing her book and her personal struggle with various mental health diagnoses [04:17] Patients labeled as non-compliant due to their response to medication [07:00] The impact of early life experiences, including in utero, on mental health and wellness [08:47] The interconnectedness of neurotransmitters, hormones, and detoxification systems in mental health [13:40] The importance of allowing oneself to feel and process emotions as a crucial step towards healing and mental wellness [18:33] Layers of healing [23:09] 10 steps to maintain healing in your physical and mental health [29:02]      GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ More about our guest: Christina Bjorndal Dr. Christina Bjorndal, B.Comm, ND, graduated from UBC in 1990 with Bachelor of Commerce Degree with honors. She was Valedictorian of her graduating class. She completed her Doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2005. She is one of the only licensed NDs in Canada who is considered an authority in the treatment of mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders and eating disorders. A gifted speaker and best selling author, she has shared her personal story and philosophy of wellness with audiences across North America and has appeared on many health summits and radio shows such as The Jenny McCarthy Show, and the docuseries “Interconnected”. She is recognized as one of the top NDs to follow by two independent organizations. Dr. Chris has helped many patients navigate through labels and stigma towards physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Having overcome many challenges in the sphere of mental health, Dr. Chris is especially exceptional about sharing her motivational speeches about how to overcome barriers in life and to encourage others to achieve their full potential. She loves her work and balances it with a full, active lifestyle with her husband and son.   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Attachment Roadmap Guide for Biochemical Imbalances in Mental Health Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/  

"I think the most surprising thing for me is that I've noticed over the last few days that it's helped with relationships, with my husband, with my grandkids... They're subtle, but they're there and they work outside of this. It's amazing." – Juliana, 21DJ Participant   In this episode of the Biology of Trauma podcast, we are looking at how we change lifelong patterns in our body, how long it takes to notice a shift in those patterns, and what we need to do to make those changes stick. This episode is broken down in two parts: 1) I begin with an overview of the first part of my Foundational Journey - the 21 Day Journey and what participants can expect, and 2) I welcome participants of the 21 Day Journey program to share their personal experiences and transformations. Our main question for this episode is: How quickly can lifelong patterns in our body change?   Key Takeaways: Impact on Relationships: Participants noticed significant improvements in their relationships, attributing the change to increased presence and awareness, a direct result of the program. Physical and Emotional Awareness: The program has enabled participants to recognize and address physical sensations and emotional responses, leading to a state of empowered calmness. Feeling of Safety: A newfound internal sense of safety, distinguished from mere calmness, has emerged as participants engage in daily exercises. Overcoming Perfectionism: Participants are learning to embrace imperfection, leading to a liberating experience of self-acceptance and ease. Empowerment and Boundaries: The journey has empowered individuals to listen to their bodies, set boundaries, and prioritize their well-being. Enhanced Self-Responsibility: There's a shift from blaming others to taking responsibility for one's own reactions and emotions. Freedom from External Pressures: Participants are experiencing freedom from the need to control or fix others, leading to an authentic sense of self. Increased Present Moment Awareness: The program has instilled a practice of being present, allowing participants to escape the traps of past stories and future anxieties. GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie: https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Steps to Identify and Heal Trauma https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/Steps-to-Identify-and-Heal-Trauma?_ga=2.81341207.1047783759.1659766464-60880010.1659417843   We Recommend: Cellular Energy Support - This is designed to promote mitochondrial biogenesis and increase mitochondrial density (total number). https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/cellular-energy-support  

"We can heal ourselves and the energies that run through us are the basis for everything." – Donna Eden   In this enlightening episode of the Biology of Trauma podcast, Dr. Aimie delves into the mysterious and transformative world of energy medicine. With the guidance of Donna Eden, a pioneer in the field of energy medicine, listeners will gain insights into the profound potential of energy medicine for healing and transformation. Donna shares her personal journey of overcoming multiple sclerosis and other health challenges using energy medicine, emphasizing the importance of understanding and balancing our body's energies. The episode aims to answer the question: How do we apply energy medicine for trauma healing?   Key Takeaways: The world of energy medicine, its relation to trauma, and Donna's personal story overcoming health challenges [03:31] The impact of trauma on our energy systems, especially the triple warmer [08:16] Balancing our body's energies for overall well-being [12:34] The connection between our energy points and our emotions, insecurities, and past traumas [17:00] The role of the spleen in feeding the heart with a sense of safety [18:34] Techniques to protect our heart and find joy amidst challenges [21:12] Understanding the pain underneath the rib cage and its relation to small intestine meridian [24:56] How energy medicine affects your relationships [28:42]     GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/   Find More About Donna Eden Donna Eden started teaching Energy Medicine classes in the late 1970s. Since then, her work has touched millions of people across the globe, introducing them to the healing and restorative power of their body's own energies. Her approach hit a cultural nerve, a hunger in people to take charge of their own health and healing through simple techniques that could be easily applied. Donna's husband, David Feinstein, began to collaborate with her in bringing Energy Medicine into the world. With her daughters, Titanya Dahlin and Dondi Dahlin, and their partners. Today, this small family team is at the hub of a large and growing movement that has become one of the bright lights in holistic health. Grab her image here (IMAGE ONLY): https://beherenownetwork.com/what-is-energy-medicine-talking-with-donna-eden/ Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Steps to Identify and Heal Trauma https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/Steps-to-Identify-and-Heal-Trauma?_ga=2.81341207.1047783759.1659766464-60880010.1659417843   We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/    

"..Unpleasant feelings are designed for protective purposes. That's why they exist. So, think unpleasant feelings for protection and pleasant feelings exist for connection..." – Dr. Joan Rosenberg   In this episode, Dr. Joan Rosenberg joins me to explore the complex relationship between emotions, particularly disguised grief, and our overall well-being. Dr. Rosenberg is a psychologist and the author of 90 Seconds to a Life You Love: How to master your difficult feelings to cultivate lasting confidence, resilience, and authenticity. The episode is divided into two sections: the first delves into the concept of disguised grief and its impact on health, while the second offers strategies to manage emotional responses. Dr. Rosenberg shares her unique perspective on why we should lean into unpleasant feelings and how they serve protective purposes. The episode aims to answer the question: How do our emotions, particularly disguised grief, affect our biology and overall health?   Key Takeaways: The protective purpose of unpleasant feelings [03:51] The essence of aliveness is in the range of feelings we experience [05:45] The high energy cost of shutting down emotions [06:26] Why it is so difficult to deal with unpleasant feelings and the formula behind it [07:10] The 90-second rule for riding the wave of unpleasant feelings [10:19] The importance of being emotionally present in understanding the bodily experience of emotions and that they are short-lived [12:53] The role of the vagus nerve in emotional regulation [15:50] Disguised grief and its impact on health [16:34] The categories of disguised grief: what we got and didn't deserve, what we deserved and didn't get, what never was, what is not now, and what may never be [20:06] The societal lack of understanding how to deal with disguised grief [23:35] The Grief Reset Protocol by Dr. Joan Rosenberg [26:04]   Find More About Dr.Aimie: https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Dr. Rosenberg's Book: https://www.90secondsbook.com/   We Recommend: Tri Mag Sleep  - TRI-Magnesium Sleep combines three highly absorbable forms of magnesium with relaxation-supporting botanicals to promote restful sleep. This easy-to-mix powder provides 300 mg of elemental magnesium per serving. The botanicals in this product may support a healthy response to stress and enhance sleep quality and duration. With a delicious lavender and lemon flavor, it is naturally sweetened with monk fruit and does not contain artificial sweeteners or stevia. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/tri-mag-sleep/  

"..it's so empowering for people to know that they can take control of their own health and their own symptoms.." – Trudy Scott   In this episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian and Trudy Scott delve into the complex relationship between trauma, neurotransmitters, and biochemistry. Trudy Scott, a certified nutritionist and founder of the Anxiety Nutrition Institute, shares her expertise on how low levels of serotonin and GABA can significantly affect those with PTSD symptoms. The episode aims to answer the question: What to do about low serotonin and low GABA in trauma?   Key Takeaways: The importance of understanding serotonin and GABA levels in those with PTSD symptoms [04:05] Challenges of tapering off mood medications and the risk of rebound anxiety [09:10] Symptoms of low serotonin and low GABA and how they manifest [13:30] The role of amino acids in addressing neurotransmitter deficiencies [19:41] The quick-acting nature of amino acids like tryptophan and GABA [23:57] Empowerment through understanding and controlling your own health [27:04]   Other Takeaways: The vicious cycle of cortisol affecting neurotransmitters like serotonin and GABA  The dangers of using medications like benzodiazepines and SSRIs without addressing the root cause The impact of trauma on neurotransmitter levels and the body's natural ability to produce them The role of self-medication through substances like alcohol and marijuana in low GABA activity The importance of finding the root cause of trauma and addressing it H-UIDE– “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie: https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/   Find More About Trudy Scott: https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/about/   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: 3 Most Common Biochemical Imbalances guide https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/3-most-common-biochemical-imbalances   We Recommend: Magnesium Calm - If you want your body to be calm then this supplement will help you https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/magnesium-calm/  

The reality is, most of us have a chronic health issue in addition to trauma.  Trauma and health issues go hand in hand. In this podcast episode, we are diving into the important question of: What to do when the protocols aren't enough for resolving a chronic health issue?  To help answer this question, Laura Frontiero joins us for this episode. A primary care nurse practitioner for years at Kaiser Permanente, Laura worked with Dr. Vincent Feletti, the physician behind the Adverse Childhood Experiences study. In today's episode, we will look at what happens when trauma becomes the operating system for the body and what to do about it.  When a chronic health issue is present, we can go wrong! You can't out-supplement trauma, and your health professional isn't going to have the tools to recognize when trauma is the roadblock for your body. Here is what we cover in this episode: When trauma is a roadblock for healing of a chronic health issue [03:37] How the body communicates trauma through health symptoms [06:36] What can go wrong when doing trauma work when a chronic health issue is present [07:16] How did I figure out the sequence for safely doing trauma work (since it wasn't what I learned in medical school) [18:45] How trauma becomes a chronic state of the body [26:17] How to recognize one is dealing with stored trauma and not just stress [29:00] What to do if one already has some physical health symptoms and is ready to do the trauma work. Where to start to do it safely! [35:07] Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

When there are physical symptoms involved, that is what you will learn about how unresolved trauma manifests physically in the body, and we must be careful to start in the right way. In this episode, I have with me Dr. Gabor Mate, who is a leader in seeing the body expressing stress and trauma, a family medical physician who also worked in palliative care and addiction medicine, and the author of When the Body Says No and Hungry Ghosts. We will be answering the big question - How does unresolved trauma manifest physically in our bodies and how can understanding this connection lead to profound healing? So, where do we start?   Key Takeaways: Virtually every chronic condition you ever deal with has a traumatic template to it [03:02] The role of dysregulation versus genetics in diseases [10:05] Stress and helplessness on a cellular level [14:58] The interplay of copper excess and relational trauma in postpartum depression [18:14] How unresolved trauma creates a disconnect with yourself and your body [25:22] Where to start to repair the disconnect [26:08] Illness as an attempt on the body's part to wake you up to who you really are and what your needs really are [36:28]  The role of community and your changing your world on the healing journey [38:30]  The role of somatics and parts work addressing unresolved trauma in the body [43:25] How long it takes to start seeing results [53:36] Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing 15 Easy Practical Biology of Trauma Tools for Professionals   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

“Once we know better and have the ability to be intentional about the process, either for ourselves or our clients, it has to be a holistic integrative approach and to start the opening up in a specific way.” We have talked a lot on this podcast about different ways to work on our stored trauma in the body, but the number one question is - Where do we start? Having been through my own personal journey of healing my body by addressing and releasing trauma, I learned the hard way that my body will let me know when what I'm doing isn't helpful. It shows itself through relapses in fatigue, brain fog, anxiety, and heaviness.So through all of the different modalities to heal trauma and heal the body, How can we start healing in a holistic way, and not just attacking symptoms?   Also, I just want to note that none of my medical school training and residency could help me when my body went nuts. When we know how to apply the principles of the body and how it stores trauma, our path forward becomes clear. We will also be talking to people who are actually going through their first 21 days in my 21 Days Journey to hear about what is going on in their bodies and you will see why I teach this in the first place.   Key Takeaways: Three essential pillars of to a holistic, integrative approach for addressing stored trauma in the body [08:17] Where to get started [18:30] Stories from our 21 Day Journey participants: Telwood [28:39] Heloisa [30:31] Julie [32:06] Michelle [33:16] Sara [34:16]   Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Welcome back as we continue with part two of our series on integrating somatic and parts work. If you missed part one, go check it out in Episode 36 and then come back. In this episode, we ask the question - What are the specific mind-body dialogue questions that help us connect to a part of us associated with a body sensation? To help us answer this question, I have invited three special people to share their specific mind-body dialogue questions that have helped them connect to themselves as they notice body sensations.   What you will hear in this episode: How to do a mind-body dialogue with parts Helpful questions we can use in a mind-body dialogue [04:00] Speak to the part and gain its perspective [06:35] Knowing the story of origin [07:13] The part is finally able to discharge what its been holding back [10:36] Using that knowledge to support the part going forward [11:23] The personal experiences of Kimberly [12:35], Daniela [18:13], and Beth [21:36] speaking and listening to their bodies to see how to best support those parts   Kimberly, Daniela, and Beth are all 21 Day Journey mentors, which means they not only completed their own 21 day journey, but went on to take the mentor training to help others on their journeys. Don't forget to check out Episode 36 where we discussed how to connect with a part behind a body sensation. Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Have you thought about how you should integrate somatic work and parts work and how that integration actually happens? Then you are in luck! That's what we are covering today. In the 21 Day Journey, we start off with parts work - what is it you are actually feeling in your body. This helps us incorporate and mix the two so we are doing somatic parts work, rather than focusing on either one on its own. Today, we will answer the question: How do we integrate the two by connecting to the part behind a body sensation and how does that help us? Today we will learn: Dr. Aimie teaches how to integrate somatic and parts work and the value in it [03:58] Two program mentors, Dirci [13:17] and Anja [17:16], share their experience with integrating the two and what it has brought them   *Note: This is a two-part series, so make sure you come back to catch the next episode. Part two will focus on the mind-body connection.   Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

“Polyvagal Theory is an optimistic viewpoint and it means that it acknowledges that many people have difficulties feeling safe, but it doesn't mean that they are destined to feel that way forever.” Last week's episode (Episode 34) was Part 1 in my discussion with Dr. Steve Porges, founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium and professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, focusing on what the polyvagal lens says about attachment, freeze, and functional diseases (like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, irritable bowel syndrome, and even COVID) and the first step - becoming a witness to our body and safety.   In Part 2, we will pick up the last minute of the previous episode and then go into five specific things that show the influence the polyvagal lens has on trauma work and what we can do when trauma has made it unsafe to feel safe. We will discuss: [06:43] Defining Neuroception and how it is different than perception [10:00] Findings from preterm babies in the NICU and what we learned about safety and survival [11:19] The relationship challenges of those born preterm [13:19] How understanding state regulation is more important than understanding neuroplasticity [21:22] Interesting tool for the nervous system - an oscillating tilt table that Dr. Porges has used Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Throughout the Biology of Trauma Podcast, we discuss everything that goes into the biology of trauma, including emotional, psychological, and physiological components. Today, we will be focusing on the physiology of the nervous system with our guest, Dr. Stephen Porges who is a distinguished university scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director or the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium, and professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina. We are going to bridge the worlds between medicine, functional medicine, neuroscience, and trauma therapy. The big question we will answer is What does the polyvagal lens say about attachment, freeze, and functional diseases? You will learn: Looking at attachment through the polyvagal lens The freeze response Dissociation through the polyvagal lens Social engagement through the polyvagal lens and how social engagement is actually a neuromodulator Functional diseases viewed through the polyvagal lens Our first step and where we start the work Key Takeaways: [01:35] Introduction to Dr. Stephen Porges [06:43] Understanding that the body's reaction is survival driven rather than blaming or shaming our response [08:58] The first step learned through somatic experiences is to witness your body [11:38] Understanding the freeze response [15:40] Being aware of our own body [18:11] Adaptive shutting down leads to functional diseases [22:21] Getting our bodies to feel safe Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Learning to recognize the disease-trauma connection is a huge part of getting to work healing yourself. This week I am excited to have Jude Weber, a practitioner of Biology of Trauma™ and EFT on the podcast. Jude's journey has taken many twists and turns for her to be here today. This is the real life story of how nervous system dysregulation was the root cause of her eczema, eating disorders, and relationship troubles. You will hear: The necessity of an integrative approach to trauma work, especially as it relates to our physical health The essential element of somatic work The essential element of the biology piece The essential element for parts work Key Takeaways: [02:42] Introduction to Jude Weber's health concerns [08:29] Dr. Aimie talks about taking an integrative approach to trauma work to heal our physical bodies [10:30] Beginning the somatic work [14:18] Somatic work is an essential pillar to an integrative approach to trauma [19:10] Addressing the biology work [20:53] Biology work is another essential pillar to an integrative approach to trauma [23:41] The third essential pillar is parts work [26:21] Parts keep holding us back from the rest of the world [29:53] What is parts work and why is it so important? Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Have you noticed the difference between how your body feels during times of stress versus times of trauma? Maybe not! When we are stressed, we feel energy. We are figuring things out and getting things done. But trauma mode is different. In this episode taken from one of my Masterclasses, we are going to discuss the three surprising ways our bodies communicate trauma. Not listening to our body's “check engine light” comes at a cost, so let's dive in and see where we can make changes.   You will learn: The difference between the stress response and the trauma response The three ways our bodies communicate trauma Our thoughts Body sensations Physical Health Key Takeaways: [2:07] Recognizing when your body's check engine light comes on [4:17] Three ways to recognize our body's truth [5:05] Our thoughts [7:11] Our body sensations [9:15] Our physical health Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

If you have ever found yourself asking why you feel so tired all the time, you might not be asking the right question. In order to get to the right question, I am sharing an interview I did with Dr. Evan Hirsch, a good friend and colleague physician of mine who has had a remarkable journey recovering from chronic fatigue. In this episode, we will look into the right question: Am I tired, or is it trauma? The Roots of Fatigue.   You will learn: The connection between trauma and fatigue and additional teaching I have added to this episode on how trauma is an energy problem, and The categories and root causes of fatigue.   There are two reasons I wanted to share this interview with you. First, fatigue is part of the trauma response.  A person who struggles with chronic fatigue is in a chronic functional freeze response. Second, Dr. Evan has organized categories of the causes of fatigue that are so helpful for someone trying to figure out for themselves or their patients or clients.This is why you can't just go to therapy for trauma, but have to address the Biology of Trauma because it's what keeps our bodies stuck. Time Stamps: [2:35] The connection between trauma and fatigue [7:06] Trauma is an energy problem [10:35] Biological aspects of fatigue (and the 10 root causes) [19:14] Yolanda's story of chronic fatigue [24:33] Infections and other causes of fatigue Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Attachment and neurodevelopment is one of those topics people ask me about all the time! Today, I'm going to let you listen in on one of my master classes on attachment. The big question we have to ask – What attachment adaptations come from age 0 - 6 months? What if we have gaps or injuries in the first six months of life? Attachment is so much more than just relationships. You will learn Moving beyond attachment styles to understand attachment wiring The three components of attachment wiring Adaptations that occur from 0 - 6 months of life and how they show up in your life Key Takeaways: [00:50] The importance of attachment and the selection of the 0 - 6 months ages [04:03] Moving beyond attachment styles to understand attachment wiring [07:41] The three components of attachment wiring [11:21] Adaptations that occur from 0 - 6 months of life and how they show up in your life [29:33] Summary of episode Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH, is a Board-Certified Preventive Medicine physician with a Masters in Biochemistry and a Masters in Public Health. She is an author, speaker and founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated, LLC and Family Challenge Camps, and host of Bio-Optimize Summit.After a few years in a general surgery residency in Portland, OR, she decided to forge her career path as a Trauma, Attachment and Addiction Medicine Physician. She believes the healing journey can be accelerated through evidence-based tools and approaches to rewire the nervous system and the effects of chronic stress and trauma on the mind and body. Having both parented children with effects from attachment and trauma issues and then had her own health challenges with chronic stress and trauma, she is intensely invested in finding what actually works practically, and how to restore the body to its highest potential for health by optimizing its biology.In This EpisodeDr. Aimie's WebsiteDr. Aimie on YouTube---A giant thank-you to bilateralstimulation.io for sponsoring this podcast.Over 10,000 EMDR therapists use their free and simple BLS tool to provide visual, auditory, and tactile bilateral stimulation to their clients, both online and in office.As a Trauma Therapist podcast listener and supporter you are eligible for an extended 60-day free trial of their Professional BLS software and an exclusive $10 discount on their remote tactile buzzers.Start your discounted trial today at: https://bit.ly/3NjB4Cq---What's new with The Trauma Therapist Project!The Trauma 5: gold nuggets from my 700+ interviewsThe Trauma Therapist Newsletter: a monthly resource of information and inspiration dedicated to trauma therapists.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5739761/advertisement

Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH is the leading medical expert on how life experiences get stored in the body and restoring the body to its best state of health through her signature model and methodology, The Biology of Trauma™. She is a double board-certified medical physician in Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine. She has a Masters in Biochemistry and a Masters in Public Health. In addition to her medical training, she is also a Certified Functional Medicine physician and has training and certifications specifically in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition, and genetics for addictions, mental health, and mood and behavioral disorders. Dr. Aimie brings you The Biology of Trauma™: a new lens and a methodology that courageously both adds to and bridges trauma work and medicine by reverse-engineering the chronic effects of trauma on the nervous system and body on a cellular level.Dr. Aimie's personal life experiences lead her into trauma therapy training, first for her adopted son, and then for herself. A unique lens for understanding trauma has come out of it, joining the two worlds of neuroscience and trauma therapy uniquely. It became the thread that ties it all together in a way that clinicians and patients find understandable and easily applied within their daily life.Dr. Aimie offers science-based solutions on how to rewire the nervous system with The Biology of Trauma. Accelerating the healing journey through recovery to resilience, presence, and aliveness. Dr. Aimie is the founder and CEO of Trauma Healing Accelerated, offering her foundational online course: “The 21 Day Journey to Calm Aliveness”, which is an experiential journey into the nervous system that is open to all as well as her 8 module certification course for practitioners, “Biology of Trauma” that teaches the protocols of addressing The Biology of Trauma on the different systems of the body.Have a question you want us to answer live? ASK HERETo connect with Liz Roman click HERETo connect with Becca Chilczenkowski click HEREThis episode is brought to you by FitMom LifestyleLooking for high quality, theraputic grade supplements? If so, join our practitioner portal, Fullscript, and purchase quality supplements 15% off!Our favorite nontoxic skincare is FRE Skincare. Their breakthrough dual action formula that fights breakouts and the signs of aging with high impact natural ingredients. Use code LIZROMAN at checkout!Get a FREE Sample pack of LMNT! LMNT is a electrolyte drink mix that is formulated to help anyone with their electrolyte needs and is perfectly suited to folks following a keto, low-carb, or paleo diet AND it is soo tasty - great for flavoring water and helping you drink more!Produced by brandhard