The Biology of Trauma with Dr. Aimie Apigian | Wellness Sherpa with Jenn Payeur

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00:32 - Why Trauma Is the Root of Everything

01:09 - Dr. Aimie’s Life-Changing Foster Story

04:37 - The Science: One Trauma Response Explained

12:26 - How Trauma Gets Passed Down Generations

22:21 - The Three Levels of True Healing

30:30 - Dr. Aimie’s Programs & “The Biology of Trauma” Book Reveal

In this episode, Jenn Payeur sits down with Dr. Aimie Apigian to explore the profound impact of trauma on our health and well-being. Dr. Aimie shares her personal journey from conventional medicine to becoming a leading expert in trauma healing, inspired by her experience as a foster-adoptive mother. Together, they discuss the difference between stress and trauma responses, how trauma accumulates over time, and the ways it can be passed down through generations—both through nervous system regulation and epigenetic changes.

Dr. Aimie explains her holistic approach to healing trauma, addressing the mind, body, and biology, and offers practical insights into resetting the nervous system for true recovery. The conversation also covers her online programs for individuals and practitioners, and her new book, "The Biology of Trauma," which is now available for order.

Whether you’re seeking to understand your own healing journey or support others, this episode is filled with hope, actionable advice, and a message that healing is possible for everyone.

Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH, is a double board-certified physician specializing in preventive and addiction medicine. She holds master's degrees in biochemistry and public health, with additional training in Psychosomatic, Functional Medicine, and Mental Health Nutrition. Dr. Aimie integrates various trauma therapies, including the Instinctual Trauma Response Model and Somatic Experiencing, focusing on cellular-level trauma. Inspired by her experience as a foster-adoptive mother, she founded The Mind- Body-Biology Institute and hosts the Biology of Trauma® Podcast. She's been featured on multiple platforms and spoken at prestigious institutions like Oxford University. Her work addresses the mind, body, and biology for true healing.

Dr. Aimie’s book, "The Biology of Trauma": Available on Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/Biology-Trauma-Body-Holds-Overwhelm/dp/1637746237

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I’m Jennifer Payeur, the host of The Wellness Sherpa as well as the CEO and Founder of Nature Provides. I was diagnosed with cancer in 2015 which brought me the gift of deeply reconnecting with myself and nature, re-discovering the healing power of plants. In 2017, I left my 29 year career in financial services to become a teacher and mentor, traveling around the world to educate others on the inherent healing properties found in nature.

Once 2019 came around, I started Nature Provides, whose mission is to transform health and well-being through organic plant-based herbs and essential oils. By collaborating with nature, we can create a healthy thriving world and a sustainable earth.

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