Discover how trauma lives in the body and learn science-based tools to heal chronic health symptoms, regulate the nervous system, and reclaim authenticity with the Biology of Trauma. A CLEAR PATH TO CELLULAR HEALING Each course provides a functional sequence of tools that honors the body’s natural capacity to heal and creates lasting transformation. Restore balance in the mind, body, and biology. I'M READY, DR. AIMIE TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD HEALING Understand what trauma really is, recognize how it shows up in your body, and discover the exact steps to begin healing—all in this free 23-page guide from Dr. Aimie. GET THE GUIDE Dr. Aimie Apigian I’m a double board-certified physician who bridges neuroscience with practical healing tools My passion is making trauma recovery accessible to everyone by speaking to the body in a language it understands. The first step toward healing is taking action—not waiting for awareness. My work blends science with real, practical tools so individuals and practitioners can finally resolve the lasting effects of trauma. EXPLORE PROGRAMS REAL STORIES. REAL HEALING. Working with Dr. Aimie completely transformed my understanding of my own nervous system. After years of anxiety and feeling 'stuck,' her trauma-informed approach helped me recognize how my body was holding onto past experiences. The somatic techniques she taught me have become daily tools that ground me in ways I never thought possible. I finally feel like I'm living in my body instead of fighting against it. DOCUMENTED RESULTS FROM OUR FOUNDATIONAL JOURNEY 60% Increase in felt sense of safety in the body 30% Reduction in depression 30% Reduction in anxiety 28% Reduction in fatigue 26% Decrease in daily pain 15% Increase in joy 19% Increase in sense of community START THE JOURNEY start here WHAT WE DO We provide a clear path forward with practical tools that go beyond information, helping the body repair, regulate, and heal from trauma. LIVE COURSES ENROLL NOW INSTANT ON-DEMAND COURSES JOIN NOW PRACTITIONER TRAINING START NOW ONE-ON-ONE COACHING BOOK NOW THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® PODCAST Science, tools, & stories for healing at the cellular level New episodes each week, featuring Dr. Aimie and expert guests. Learn practical strategies for rewiring the effects of trauma. LISTEN NOW FIND OR BECOME A BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® PROFESSIONAL FIND A BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® PROFESSIONAL Connect with trained professionals who can walk with you on your healing journey. FIND A PRACTITIONER BECOME A BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® PROFESSIONAL Expand your skills and confidence with proven trauma repair tools that accelerate results for your clients. BECOME A PRACTITIONER REAL STORIES. REAL HEALING. I've tried numerous therapists and approaches for my PTSD, but Dr. Aimie was the first to help me understand trauma through a biological lens that made sense to me. Her approach isn't just talking—it's about rewiring the nervous system. The nightmares have stopped, and for the first time in years, I feel safe in my own body. This work literally gave me my life back. THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA BOOK Learn what your body has been trying to tell you all along Order your copy of The Biology of Trauma today and begin your journey to cellular healing. ORDER NOW About the book THE SCIENCE THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING From stress to trauma: understanding the critical line of overwhelm. Central to Dr. Aimie’s work is identifying the Critical Line of Overwhelm —the point where stress transforms into trauma. She has mapped five instinctual trauma responses that happen automatically in the body: THE STARTLE THE STRESS THE WALL THE FREEZE THE SHUTDOWN These aren’t choices—they’re biology. And they create a roadmap for healing. TRAUMA IS BIOLOGICAL, NOT JUST PSYCHOLOGICAL Why talk therapy alone often falls short Stress can be growth-promoting when followed by rest, but trauma represents a biological injury requiring repair. Dr. Aimie’s approach integrates healing at three levels: Mind: Understanding psychological impacts Body: Recognizing physical symptoms and nervous system dysregulation Biology: Repairing trauma at the cellular level, addressing mitochondrial function and the Cell Danger Response CONTACT US FREE TRAUMA HEALING RESOURCES Jumpstart your healing with four of our most powerful guides. YOUR BODY’S TRAUMA RECOVERY BLUEPRINT A step-by-step map for beginning your trauma healing journey. COMING SOON THE ESSENTIAL SEQUENCE GUIDE Learn the order of healing tools that unlock stored trauma. UNLOCK THE SEQUENCE ATTACHMENT TRAUMA ROADMAP A guide to healing relational wounds and accelerating progress. GET YOUR ROADMAP BIOCHEMICAL IMBALANCES GUIDE Understand the top 3 imbalances that affect mood and healing. DOWNLOAD YOUR GUIDE

Join a year-long professional community. Foundational Journey, 6 modules, live supervision, peer support, and certificate—complete The Biology of Trauma training. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: 1 YEAR PRACTITIONER CERTIFICATE TRAINING PROGRAM The Regulated, Resilienced & Resourced (R3) Practitioner Path - Biology of Trauma® Professional START TRAINING CLAIM MY SPOT This 12-month journey provides you with the knowledge, practices, and community support to fully integrate healing into everyday living. You’ll develop the skills to regulate your nervous system, reconnect with all parts of yourself, and live from wholeness instead of survival. CONTINUE MY JOURNEY GUIDED BY DR. AIMIE APIGIAN Trauma Healing Science Into Professional Practice Dr. Aimie Apigian designed this 12-month training (or 14 including the Foundational Journey prerequisite) to help professionals move beyond theory and embody the tools of trauma healing. You’ll develop both personal mastery —building your own regulation and resilience—and professional competency , learning how to safely apply trauma-informed somatic practices with clients. The Regulated, Resilienced & Resourced (R3) Practitioner Path - 1 Year Practitioner Certificate Training Program equips you to recognize trauma patterns at the biological level and provide effective guidance that accelerates results. Whether you’re a healthcare provider, coach, or wellness practitioner, this program gives you the confidence and skills to support lasting transformation. ENROLL NOW What is The Biology of Trauma® Professional Certificate Program? The 1 Year Practitioner Certificate Training Program will set you apart as a practitioner that truly understands your clients’ needs holistically. Clients will trust that you are not only an expert in your particular field and modalities but that you can identify root causes and patterns underlying their symptoms and know how to address them. This training is a game changer that will enhance and accelerate everything you are currently doing in working with clients. Even without a science or medical background, you can learn to identify the patterns at play in your clients’ nervous systems and know which tools to apply to bring them safely to balance and vitality! My Biology of Trauma® model provides a comprehensive, holistic framework to address stored trauma in the body. Discover the essential sequence All modules in the Professional Training Program work together to: A Biology of Trauma® Professional is trained to address all 3 essential pillars of somatic, parts and biology work to strategically and efficiently address stored trauma in the body and as a result, accelerate the trauma healing journey for their patients/clients. Professionals are trained in identifying which nervous system state a client is in in order to take the most effective approach to bringing the client to a regulated state, and to their best health and best selves. Professionals receive training in holistically applying the latest in neuroscience, epigenetics, attachment theory and more. Because Biology of Trauma® Professionals understand that healing begins with themselves, they walk through all of the exercises and trainings for themselves first in order to be their most well-resourced selves for clients and to better guide clients through their own holistic, healing work. Help you identify & address the biological factors at play in your clients’ experience of stored trauma Transform you into a next-level, holistic provider in addressing the underlying trauma affecting the physical, emotional and mental health of your clients Give you practical tools to accelerate your and your client's trauma healing Increase your expertise and training in trauma-informed work WHAT YOU’LL LEARN A 12-Month Journey for Personal Mastery and Professional Integration Module 1: Biology of Freeze and Overwhelm What You'll Experience: Understanding the science of freeze states Somatic practices for nervous system activation Parts work with frozen aspects of self Mitochondrial support and energy restoration Module 2: Biology of Grief and Heart Shocks What You'll Experience: Understanding the gut-heart connection Practices for moving through grief rather than around it Somatic work with heart and digestive systems Integration of emotional and physical healing Module 3: Biology of Attachment and Neurodevelopment What You'll Experience: Developmental movement practices (including crawling) Touch integration and nervous system rewiring Understanding your attachment patterns Healing early developmental wounds Module 4: Biology of Stress and Resilience What You'll Experience: Regulation Room sessions (like a gym for your nervous system) Learning to complete stress cycles Building resilience and capacity Sacred relationship with stress Module 5: Biology of Letting Go What You'll Experience: Emotional detoxification practices Understanding authenticity as biological necessity Somatic practices for cellular release Community support for deep letting go Module 6: Biology of Healing What You'll Experience: Advanced biology tools for thriving Movement as medicine practices Building a life of expansion rather than contraction Integration of all previous modules EXAMPLE STRUCTURE 01 Somatic Practice Sessions 02 Professional Application Sessions 03 Business Development Workshops 04 Implementation & Consultation 05 Peer Supervision & Case Review 06 Community & Networking ENROLL NOW PROFESSIONAL BENEFITS Year 1: Practitioner Certificate Training Program, Professional Track (PT) CERTIFICATION & CREDENTIALS Advanced Biology of Trauma® Practitioner designation Digital badges and certificates for professional use Professional directory listing for client visibility Continuing education documentation Alumni network access Year 2: Whole-Hearted Living & Leading, Advanced Professional Track (APT) BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT Complete business setup guidance Marketing templates and client-facing resources Client attraction and retention systems Technology recommendations and training Pricing and packaging strategies Legal and ethical considerations for trauma-informed practice SIGN ME UP ONGOING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Quarterly intensive workshops with Dr. Aimie and faculty Annual conference access New curriculum updates and advanced trainings Opportunities for research and case study participation Faculty development opportunities NEXT STEPS Ready to begin your journey toward living and leading? FOR PERSONAL INTEGRATION Start with the Foundational Journey (21-Day Journey + All Parts of Me), then choose the program level that matches your learning style and support needs. FOR PRACTITIONER DEVELOPMENT Complete the Foundational Journey, and continue with the six core modules in our 1-Year Professional Training Course. ENROLL NOW

One year, one price, complete healing. Access all Biology of Trauma programs, modules, and community support. Transform your health, relationships, and life. PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: YEAR OF TRANSFORMATION Integrate science-based healing into your daily life LEARN MORE This 12-month journey provides you with the knowledge, practices, and community support to fully integrate healing into everyday living. You’ll develop the skills to regulate your nervous system, reconnect with all parts of yourself, and live from wholeness instead of survival. CLAIM MY SPOT ENROLL NOW What is The Biology of Trauma® Year of Transformation Program? The Biology of Trauma® Whole Hearted Living & Leading Program will give you a clear, guided path to finally understand yourself in a deeper way. Instead of just coping with stress, anxiety, or old patterns, you will learn to recognize the hidden biology behind your struggles and how to gently bring yourself back into balance. This program is life-changing because it doesn’t stop at “mindset” or “willpower.” It gives you the tools to work with your body, your nervous system, and your inner patterns in the right order — so that change feels safer, easier, and lasting. You don’t need a science background to benefit. You’ll gain simple, practical skills to notice what state your body is in, understand why it reacts the way it does, and know which tools to use in each moment to help yourself return to safety, connection, and vitality. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN A structured path for healing and integration Module 1: Biology of Freeze and Overwhelm What You'll Experience: Understanding the science of freeze states Somatic practices for nervous system activation Parts work with frozen aspects of self Mitochondrial support and energy restoration Module 2: Biology of Grief and Heart Shocks What You'll Experience: Understanding the gut-heart connection Practices for moving through grief rather than around it Somatic work with heart and digestive systems Integration of emotional and physical healing Module 3: Biology of Attachment and Neurodevelopment What You'll Experience: Developmental movement practices (including crawling) Touch integration and nervous system rewiring Understanding your attachment patterns Healing early developmental wounds Module 4: Biology of Stress and Resilience What You'll Experience: Regulation Room sessions (like a gym for your nervous system) Learning to complete stress cycles Building resilience and capacity Sacred relationship with stress Module 5: Biology of Letting Go What You'll Experience: Emotional detoxification practices Understanding authenticity as biological necessity Somatic practices for cellular release Community support for deep letting go Module 6: Biology of Healing What You'll Experience: Advanced biology tools for thriving Movement as medicine practices Building a life of expansion rather than contraction Integration of all previous modules EXAMPLE STRUCTURE 01 Somatic Practice Sessions 02 Parts Work and Integration 03 Group Coaching and Support 04 Nervous System Regulation 05 Community Connection Circle 06 Optional Drop-in Sessions ENROLL NOW

Break through plateaus with 1:1 coaching. Certified Biology of Trauma coaches provide personalized protocols for nervous system regulation and biological healing. BOOK 1:1 COACHING We’re here to support your healing and professional journey. MEET MY COACH SCHEDULE BREAKTHROUGH Personalized Health Coaching with Michelle Brown, Advanced Provider Michelle Brown is a Biology of Trauma® Advanced Provider. She is a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor, herbalist, and trauma-informed health coach trained in Dr. Aimie's Biology of Trauma® Advanced Professional Training Program. She specializes in helping clients overcome fatigue, balance hormones, optimize detoxification, and heal their gut. A best-selling author of Energy Reset: Remove the Toxins, Reset Your Hormones, Restore Your Energy, Michelle has also written The Thyroid Hair Loss Solution and Make Your Day: 5 Things Successful People Do Before 8 a.m. Using a functional, root-cause approach that combines nutrition, herbal medicine, and trauma science, Michelle helps clients achieve lasting wellness and build the resilience needed to live life to the fullest.

Your body isn't working against you—it's protecting you. Learn The Biology of Trauma and discover the practical roadmap to safety, regulation, healing, and freedom. GET THE BOOK RESOURCES YOUR BOOK TOOLKIT Already have your copy of the Biology of Trauma book? Take the next step now and download your free companion toolkit and begin applying what you've learned. SEARCH THE RESOURCES THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA BOOK How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It ORDER NOW START THE 5-DAY NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET RESET HERE About the book ABOUT THE BOOK A roadmap to cellular healing Your body isn’t broken—it’s been protecting you. In The Biology of Trauma, Dr. Aimie Apigian reveals the missing link in trauma recovery: the biology. Sharing personal experience and clinical expertise, she explains how trauma reshapes your cells, nervous system, and immune function—and what you can do to restore safety and balance. Secure your copy now and unlock bonuses: The Biology of Trauma Book Companion Guide Miguel's Art Narrative Process Nervous System Journal 5-Day Nervous System Reset Exclusive Book Mastercourse Access WHERE TO PURCHASE Secure your copy of The Biology of Trauma from your favorite bookseller. GET IT NOW GET IT NOW GET IT NOW GET IT NOW GET IT NOW BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA BOOK TOOLKIT BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA BOOK RESOURCES: YOUR NEXT STEP The Biology of Trauma isn't just information — it's a path. The Art Narrative Process, Nervous System Journal, and 5-Day Nervous System Reset will help you apply the insights from the book into your daily life. Be sure to subscribe to our newsletter for updates! DOWNLOAD MY RESOURCES REMOVE THE GUESSWORK WITH DHA LAB TESTING Your mood patterns may have a biochemical cause. Most people with anxiety and depression have one of three imbalances. Testing removes the guesswork. You get targeted answers about what's happening in your cells; results show which imbalance(s) you have. Then we can do something about it. Learn more with our FREE Guide. BOOK A 1:1 COACHING SESSION 1:1 coaching gives you individualized support as you regulate your nervous system. We identify the patterns keeping you stuck. We build practices tailored to your body's capacity. We create the safety your system needs. Your story, your body, your pace guide everything we do together. SCHEDULE A BREAKTHROUGH FIND A BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA PROFESSIONAL Find a practitioner trained in Biology of Trauma® principles to support your healing journey. FIND A PROFESSIONAL GET THE TEST PRAISE FROM COLLEAGUES "Dr. Aimie's 'The Biology of Trauma' brilliantly illustrates what I've emphasized throughout my career—that health emerges from the dynamic interaction between our genes, environment, and experiences. By meticulously mapping how trauma affects oxidative stress, mitochondrial function, and immune regulation, she provides a scientifically rigorous explanation for conditions that have long puzzled conventional medicine. Her framework for biological repair honors the body's innate capacity for self-regulation when given the right conditions. This work represents a significant advancement in our understanding of the matrix of factors that influence health and disease, offering both clinicians and patients a pathway toward genuine transformation." Dr. Jeffrey Bland, PhD - "Father of Functional Medicine" and Founder of Big Bold Health Who is this book for? THE ANSWER IS YOU. This book serves those who want a map to navigate their body's inner world. Whether you're dealing with chronic health symptoms, relationship challenges, emotional reactivity, or you're a professional helping others with these struggles, you'll discover why some responses feel beyond your control and how to work with your body rather than against it. If you've found yourself unable to change patterns despite therapy, or been told to "just change your thoughts," you'll find a different path here—one that honors your body's wisdom and healing capacity. ORDER NOW THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA BOOK ACCOLADES The Biology of Trauma was featured in the USA TODAY Best-Selling Booklist in October. Since its launch on September 23, The Biology of Trauma quickly resonated with readers and reached #7 on USA TODAY's Best-Selling Booklist — a recognition of how deeply this work is impacting lives. THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA BOOK: WHAT YOU’LL GAIN Foreword written by Dr. Gabor Maté. This groundbreaking book bridges the gap between trauma therapy and medical science, revealing why traditional approaches often fall short and what your body actually needs to heal. What this book helps with: Heal trauma at the root—beyond mindset alone Regulate your nervous system and restore balance Break free from fatigue, anxiety, and chronic stress Understand the link between past experiences and current health Access your body’s innate healing capacity GET THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA An honest conversation between Dr. Aimie and Gabor Maté THE FIVE KEY INSIGHTS 01 YOUR BODY HAS ITS OWN TRAUMA RESPONSE SEQUENCE Learn the roadmap your body follows and how to reverse it. 02 THE CRITICAL LINE BETWEEN GROWTH & BREAKDOWN Discover the exact moment stress becomes trauma. 03 YOUR CELLS EXPERIENCE TRAUMA TOO Understand why willpower alone can’t heal. 04 YOU CAN REWIRE YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM Exit trauma by retracing the sequence: Safety → Support → Expansion. 05 YOUR BIOLOGY CAN BECOME YOUR GREATEST ALLY The same systems that hold trauma can heal it with the right support. TESTIMONIALS FROM PROFESSIONALS "In 'The Biology of Trauma,' Dr. Aimie provides a masterful synthesis that bridges our understanding of attachment, cellular function, and healing. Her work beautifully complements decades of research on how our early bonding experiences shape our physiological responses to stress and trauma. I'm particularly impressed by her insights into how attachment patterns influence immune function and cellular health—areas my own research has shown are profoundly affected by our capacity for safety and connection. This book offers a scientifically sound and deeply compassionate framework for understanding how trauma disrupts our biological systems and, more importantly, how we can restore them." Dr. C. Sue Carter, PhD - Behavioral Neurobiologist, Distinguished University Research Scientist and Executive Director, Rudy Professor Emerita of the Kinsey Institute ABOUT THE AUTHOR Dr. Aimie Apigian — physician, scientist, and trauma healing pioneer Dr. Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in preventive and addiction medicine with master's degrees in biochemistry and public health. Her journey into trauma biology began when adopting Miguel from foster care during medical school, later deepening when she faced her own health crisis with chronic fatigue, autoimmunity, anxiety, and depression. Through years of research and clinical practice, Dr. Aimie discovered the missing piece in trauma recovery: the biology. Her Biology of Trauma® approach has helped thousands worldwide move beyond just coping to actually healing at the cellular level. LEARN MORE REVERSE THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA Based on the science shared in The Biology of Trauma , Dr. Aimie has selected products including Vitamins, Supplements, Oils, and Protocols that support your body’s healing capacity at the cellular level. These tools complement the Essential Sequence by addressing the biological foundations needed for change. For personalized guidance on implementing the Biology of Trauma® Framework, consider working with a certified Biology of Trauma® practitioner. BIG BOLD HEALTH — FOUNDATIONAL NUTRITION SUPPORT Supporting Mitochondrial Function & Cellular Energy When your cells have been compromised by stored trauma, they need specific nutrients to restore optimal energy production. Big Bold Health’s science-based formulations provide the cellular building blocks your mitochondria need to move from survival mode back to thriving. “Your body’s ability to heal depends on having the right nutrients available at the cellular level. 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Castor oil packs provide gentle, effective support for liver function and lymphatic drainage while activating the vagus nerve for nervous system regulation. “Detoxification isn’t just about removing toxins—it’s about supporting your body’s natural ability to let go and reset. Castor oil packs are a beautiful tool for this process.” – Dr. Aimie SHOP QUEEN OF THRONES About Queen of Thrones VIBRANT BLUE — ESSENTIAL OILS Targeted Support for Nervous System Balance Essential oils work directly with your limbic system and can provide immediate support for nervous system regulation. These therapeutic-grade blends are formulated to support specific aspects of trauma recovery and cellular healing. “Essential oils offer a direct pathway to supporting your nervous system’s natural healing responses. 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SHOP HEALTHY GUT About Healthy Gut FULLSCRIPT — VITAMINS, SUPPLEMENTS AND PROTOCOLS Physician-Grade Supplements for Trauma Recovery The supplements and protocols referenced in The Biology of Trauma are specifically selected to support your body's innate healing capacity at the cellular level. These pharmaceutical-grade formulations work synergistically with the nervous system principles outlined in the book to help restore balance, support mitochondrial function, and promote resilience. "Targeted supplementation isn't about fixing what's broken—it's about providing your cells with the precise nutrients they need to remember how to heal. When we support the body at this foundational level, we create the conditions for genuine nervous system transformation." – Dr. Aimie Access Dr. Aimie's Recommended Protocols Browse our curated Fullscript dispensary to find the exact supplements referenced throughout The Biology of Trauma—vetted for quality, potency, and bioavailability to support your healing journey. Brain Inflammation Full Protocol Mitochondrial Support Full Protocol COMING SOON About Fullscript PRAISE FROM THE COMMUNITY "I am deeply moved by the honesty, hope, and healing that permeates every page of this important book. As a practicing physician, I see countless patients carrying emotional pain in physical ways. If you've ever felt stuck, shut down, or unseen due to unresolved trauma, Dr. Apigian's work offers a lifeline. It is essential reading for our time." Dr. Partha Nandi, MD, FACP - New York Times Bestselling Author of Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain, President and Chief Medical Officer of Pinnacle GI Partners THE HEALING JOURNEY STARTS NOW One safe step at a time For those seeking healing: You've carried this burden long enough. Your body has been waiting—sometimes for years, sometimes for decades—for you to understand its language and respond to its needs. For practitioners supporting others: Your clients have been waiting for someone who truly understands how trauma lives in the body and knows how to guide them toward lasting change. The path forward isn't about perfect implementation or having all the answers before you begin. It's about taking the first step with what you know now. The nervous system will guide you from there. Whether you start with a simple breathing practice, begin tracking nervous system states, or dive deeper into the biological repair the body needs—every step matters. Each time you choose to listen to the body rather than override it, you create new neural pathways. Each time you respond to stress differently, you rewire decades of survival programming. Tens of thousands have already discovered what's possible when they stop fighting the body and start working with it. The exhaustion lifts. The anxiety settles. Relationships deepen. Health improves. Life becomes something worth getting up for every day. For yourself or for those you serve—the body isn't asking for perfection. It's asking you to begin. The rest will unfold naturally, one safe step at a time. To your best health and your best self, Dr. Aimie

Join Dr. Aimie Apigian at upcoming speaking engagements, workshops, book signings, and community gatherings as we explore the Biology of Trauma® and pathways to safer healing, faster. DR. AIMIE'S UPCOMING EVENTS Join Dr. Aimie Apigian at her upcoming speaking engagements, workshops, book signings, and community gatherings as we explore the Biology of Trauma® and pathways to safer, faster healing. We're adding new events all the time—so check back often. Never miss an event. Join our mailing list and get updates delivered straight to your inbox. DECEMBER 2025 A4M Medicine Refined Conference, Las Vegas NV Date: December 12-14, 2025 Type: Book Signing and Networking Event Location: The Venetian And Palazzo Resort, 3355 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89109 Book Signing with Health Business Growth Collective: When: December 12 & 13 at 11:11 am PT - 11:45am PT Booth# 3098 Book Discussion & Signing with Professionals: When: Dec 14, Sunday 10:30 am PT coffee/brunch Where: LAVO Italian Restaurant (@ The Venetian) 3325 S Las Vegas Blvd REGISTER FOR A4M RSVP JANUARY 2026 Align Conference 2026, San Diego CA Date: January 22-25, 2026 Type: Speaking Engagement and Book Signing Location: Hard Rock Hotel, 207 5th Ave, San Diego, California 92101 United States Focus: Personal growth, business strategy, leadership, and wellness Join Dr. Aimie for her LIVE presentation January 23, 2026, and use Code AIMIE10 at checkout to save 10% on any tickets or upgrades! The conference is an immersive experience with expert speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities designed to help primarily women entrepreneurs and professionals seeking personal and business elevation and achieve greater impact. REGISTER FOR ALIGN RSVP Media Appearance, Austin TX Date: January 29-30, 2026 Type: Media, Book Signing and Networking Event Location: Hotel TBC Book Signing: When: January 29, 2026 Time: TBC REGISTER FOR THE EVENT RSVP The Don CeSar, Tampa Bay FL Date: January 21, 2026 Type: Book Signing and Networking Event Location: Hotel Don CeSar, 3400 Gulf Blvd, St Pete Beach, FL 33706, USA Book Signing: When: January 21, 2026 Time: TBC REGISTER FOR THE EVENT RSVP MARCH 2026 Psychotherapy Networker Symposium, Washington DC Date: March 19-22, 2026 Type: Workshop and Book Signing Location: Omni Shoreham Hotel The Most Celebrated Gathering in the World for Psychotherapists, LIVE and VIRTUAL (Online) registration passes available. Workshop: Trauma and Nutrition in Therapy When: Thursday March 18 Where: Omni Shoreham Hotel REGISTER FOR THE EVENT RSVP JUNE 2026 2026 AAND Conference, Calgary AB Date: June 5-7, 2026 Type: Speaking Engagement and Book Signing Location: TBD Sustainable Healing in a Changing World - Dr. Aimie presents at the Alberta Association of Naturopathic Doctors (AAND) annual conference. She'll explore how understanding trauma biology creates sustainable pathways to healing. AAND represents naturopathic doctors across Alberta, advancing integrative healthcare that treats the whole person. This gathering connects practitioners who recognize that true healing addresses both body and nervous system. REGISTER FOR AAND RSVP BOOKING INFORMATION Would you like to schedule Dr. Aimie for a private event in one of these cities? Technical Requirements: (If applicable) Standard A/V setup (microphone, projector, screen) Wireless presentation remote preferred Flip chart and markers for interactive sessions Format Flexibility: In-person or virtual events Customizable content for your audience International travel available Contact Information: Get Dr. Aimie's Media Kit Speaking fees available upon request Book 3–6 months in advance recommended LEARN MORE BOOK DR. AIMIE

Schedule an event your audience won't forget. Dr. Aimie Apigian shares groundbreaking insights on trauma biology with warmth, science, and stories that inspire action. BOOK YOUR EVENT TODAY WITH DR. AIMIE Transforming the way audiences understand trauma and resilience SCHEDULE MY EVENT Watch her in action DR. AIMIE AND YOUR EVENT Dr. Aimie Apigian delivers presentations that inspire change, blending science with practical tools for healing. BOOK DR. AIMIE YOUR AUDIENCE’S UNDERSTANDING OF HEALTH & HEALING Presentations that shift perspectives and spark transformation. Dr. Aimie Apigian delivers presentations that change how audiences understand trauma, chronic illness, and human resilience. As a double Board-Certified Physician and founder of Trauma Healing Accelerated® and the Biology of Trauma®, she brings science to life with tools that create change. Her presentations meet audiences exactly where they are, making complex topics clear, relatable, and actionable. Ideal for audiences seeking: Fresh perspectives on chronic health challenges Science-based solutions for workplace wellness Understanding of attachment and human development Practical tools for nervous system regulation Insights for those feeling “stuck” despite trying everything else BOOK DR. AIMIE “Dr. Aimie doesn’t just inform—she revolutionizes understanding. Her unique ability to make complex science accessible while providing immediate practical value makes her presentations unforgettable. Book her for an event your audience will reference for years to come.” SPEAKING HISTORY & NOTABLE APPEARANCES With over six years of speaking experience, Dr. Aimie has been featured at leading conferences, summits, and collaborative events. Keynotes & Featured Presentations: Oxford University Master Series (2023): Calculating A Body Trauma Score American Association of Naturopathic Physicians Convention (2023) Polyvagal Institute Summit (2022) Mindshare Future of Health (2019, 2021) Collaboration with Dr. Peter Levine (2024) Media & Podcast Presence: Host of the Biology of Trauma® Podcast Frequent guest on health and wellness podcasts Regular contributor at functional medicine conferences REVOLUTIONARY FRAMEWORK The Biology of Trauma® explained. Dr. Aimie addresses healing at three levels: mind, body, and biology. This framework goes beyond “mind over matter” solutions, revealing the cellular mechanisms of trauma and recovery. Immediate Impact for Audiences: Practical tools they can implement right away A transformed understanding of their biology Renewed hope for their own capacity to heal Audience Outcomes: Clear understanding of the biological difference between stress and trauma Practical tools for nervous system regulation A scientific framework for decoding chronic symptoms and stuck patterns Hope and validation for those who’ve struggled with traditional approaches Actionable strategies for creating environments of safety and growth BOOK DR. AIMIE SPEAKING TOPICS & FORMATS Keynotes, workshops, and interactive conversations tailored to your event. Keynote Presentations (45–90 minutes): Beyond Stress: The Critical Biology of Trauma® in Modern Life Where stress becomes trauma Why stress management often fails The Cell Danger Response explained Practical nervous system techniques The Attachment Revolution: How Early Bonds Shape Adult Success The neurobiology of attachment Six attachment pains and repair pathways Tools for secure connections at home and work Decoding Chronic Symptoms: When Your Body Holds the Story Five biological trauma patterns Assessment tools for chronic conditions Integrative protocols and case studies Interactive Workshops (1–2+ hours): Somatic Trauma Practices for Immediate Relief Four regulation techniques for daily use Mind-body dialogues for resistance Polyvagal-informed practices From Overwhelm to Clarity: Morning Practices That Transform Your Day Three science-based practices Tools to restore energy and focus Leadership in emotional regulation Panel Discussions & Fireside Chats: Dr. Aimie brings nuance and clarity to conversations on trauma, health, attachment, and resilience. Keynote Presentations (45–90 minutes): WHAT AUDIENCES ARE SAYING "Dr. Apigian is a captivating speaker. She translates complex science to practical guidance." — Stephen Porges, Polyvagal Conference Host DISTINGUISHED EXPERTISE With dual board certifications in Preventive and Addiction Medicine and advanced degrees in Biochemistry and Public Health, Dr. Aimie translates complex science into practical, usable insights. She is a recognized leader in the field, endorsed by peers and sought after for her groundbreaking work. ACCLAIMED EXPERT & AUTHOR The Biology of Trauma , with foreword by Dr. Gabor Maté GLOBAL REACH 300,000+ people impacted through her programs FEATURED SPEAKER Oxford University, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians, Polyvagal Institute Summit PEER RECOGNITION Multiple awards for innovation in functional medicine BOOK DR. AIMIE THE FUTURE OF TRAUMA HEALING Reshaping health and recovery TARGET AUDIENCES Engaging diverse audiences across health, business, and education. Dr. Aimie’s expertise applies across industries and audiences, including: Medical & Health Conferences: Functional medicine, integrative health, mental health gatherings, chronic illness events Personal Development: Wellness retreats, trauma-informed care training, self-improvement conferences Corporate & Business Events: Employee wellness programs, leadership development, burnout prevention Parenting & Education: Parenting conferences, educational leadership, child development, adoption/foster care events BOOKING INFORMATION What you need to know before scheduling Dr. Aimie. Technical Requirements: Standard A/V setup (microphone, projector, screen) Wireless presentation remote preferred Flip chart and markers for interactive sessions Format Flexibility: In-person or virtual events Customizable content for your audience International travel available Contact Information: Get Dr. Aimie's Media Kit Speaking fees available upon request Book 3–6 months in advance recommended BOOK DR. AIMIE

When traditional medicine failed her, Dr. Aimie Apigian discovered the missing piece—The Biology of Trauma. Her breakthrough is now transforming lives around the world. MEET DR. AIMIE APIGIAN From skeptical surgeon to trauma pioneer BOOK DR. AIMIE BOOK DR. AIMIE FOR YOUR EVENT As a double board-certified physician, Dr. Aimie brings science, personal experience, and compassion to reframe trauma—not as an emotional flaw, but as a biological injury with a clear path to healing. See how Dr. Aimie is changing the conversation on trauma. BOOK DR. AIMIE A REVOLUTIONARY APPROACH BORN FROM PERSONAL EXPERIENCE Turning personal struggle into groundbreaking science Dr. Aimie’s journey into trauma biology began during medical school as a foster and adoptive mother, where she witnessed how traditional approaches often failed. After her own health crash during surgical residency in 2014, she set out to understand trauma beyond emotion—discovering it as a biological injury stored in cells, disrupting the nervous system, and hijacking healing processes. Her guiding philosophy, “Living with Open Hands and Open Heart,” reflects the shift from guarding against life’s pain to meeting it with presence, trust, and resilience. BOOK DR. AIMIE “Dr. Aimie continues to bridge the gap between cutting-edge science and accessible healing, helping others discover that lasting change happens not by working against our bodies, but by understanding and partnering with them.” WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT DR. AIMIE "Dr. Aimie's 'The Biology of Trauma' brilliantly illustrates what I've emphasized throughout my career—that health emerges from the dynamic interaction between our genes, environment, and experiences. By meticulously mapping how trauma affects oxidative stress, mitochondrial function, and immune regulation, she provides a scientifically rigorous explanation for conditions that have long puzzled conventional medicine. Her framework for biological repair honors the body's innate capacity for self-regulation when given the right conditions. This work represents a significant advancement in our understanding of the matrix of factors that influence health and disease, offering both clinicians and patients a pathway toward genuine transformation." Dr. Jeffrey Bland, PhD - "Father of Functional Medicine" and Founder of Big Bold Health COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING AND EXPERTISE A rare blend of medicine, neuroscience, and trauma therapy. MEDICAL FOUNDATION Masters in Biochemistry and Public Health General Surgery residency Board certifications in Preventive Medicine and Addiction Medicine Advanced Functional Medicine training TRAUMA & SOMATIC TRAINING Somatic Experiencing with Dr. Peter Levine Training with Dr. Steve Porges and Dr. Richard Schwartz Art Narrative Trauma Therapy Internal Family Systems NeuroAffective Touch Relational Trauma Repair SCHEDULE AN EVENT GLOBAL IMPACT AND RECOGNITION Training practitioners and reaching hundreds of thousands worldwide 300,000+ people reached through educational programs 200,000+ registrants for annual Biology of Trauma Summits Featured at Oxford University’s Master Series and the Polyvagal Institute Summit Endorsed by leaders including Dr. Gabor Maté, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, Dr. Peter Levine, and Dr. Stephen Porges Author of The Biology of Trauma — hailed as groundbreaking and offering hope for those with chronic conditions CONTACT DR. AIMIE VISION FOR THE FUTURE Expanding access to evidence-based trauma healing worldwide Dr. Aimie’s mission is clear: help one million people heal by 2041 and bring the Biology of Trauma® lens into every medical and mental health system. Her work represents a shift in how trauma is understood—honoring both the science of the body and the resilience of the human spirit . For those told their symptoms were “all in their head” or who’ve struggled with chronic conditions, her approach offers real solutions and hope. Through Trauma Healing Accelerated and its global network of practitioners, she expands access to tools that treat trauma as a biological reality. By blending scientific rigor with compassion , she empowers people to become the expert in their own body and unlock their innate capacity to heal.

Live programs combining nervous system regulation, biological repair, and somatic practices. Move from survival mode to thriving with expert guidance and support. BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® PROGRAMS & COURSES Science-based trauma healing through step-by-step courses & trainings EXPLORE ALL PROGRAMS TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD HEALING Our Foundational Program to address trauma at the root—your biology. Through functional medicine, somatic practices, and parts work, our courses help individuals and practitioners release stored trauma and restore regulation. START HERE THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® APPROACH TO HEALING Addressing trauma at the biological, not just psychological level Trauma changes your biology—from mitochondria to nervous system to immune function. That’s why healing requires more than talk or awareness. It integrates somatic work, parts work, and biology repair tools to resolve trauma stored in the body. Dr. Aimie combines expertise in neurobiology, attachment theory, epigenetics, somatic and parts work, lab work, and polyvagal theory into practical programs that are easy to apply. Each course provides a clear sequence of tools that honors your body’s natural capacity to heal and creates lasting transformation. EXPLORE ALL PROGRAMS Courses PROGRAM OPTIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS & PROFESSIONALS start here Two unique paths—choose the one that fits your healing or professional goals. FOR INDIVIDUALS Your Path to Personal Healing You have two options to begin: Foundational Journey (6 weeks): Learn the basics of nervous system safety and parts work. Whole-Hearted Living & Leading (1 year): A longer-term program for integrating healing practices into daily life. FOUNDATIONAL JOURNEY YEAR OF TRANSFORMATION FOR PROFESSIONALS Your Path to Professional Growth If you’re a practitioner, you can: Enroll in the full Professional Training Track , which includes the Foundational Journey, all six Modules, and certification. Or start with just the Foundational Journey if you’d like to experience it before committing. FOUNDATIONAL JOURNEY 1 YEAR PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM TRANSFORMATIONS FROM OUR PROGRAMS As I was going through the course many insights and aha moments occurred. There is a great sense of pause in the pondering because I was not busy "doing" and even if I was doing something like sweeping or washing up my mind was thinking and it was so wonderful to do that without feeling like I was only just surviving. Yay! for all the parts of me that showed up and chipped in to get me through life in the last 6 weeks. Start Here: Essential Preparation For Advanced Work THE FOUNDATIONAL JOURNEY The Foundational Journey is the first step before advancing to the Modules. This program establishes nervous system safety and internal parts leadership—giving you the skills your body needs to prepare for deeper trauma healing. After completing the Foundational Journey, you’ll also be eligible to join our Intentional Community for Support (ICS) for ongoing practice and accountability. What's Included: 21-DAY JOURNEY TO CALM ALIVENESS Teaching your body what safety feels like Week 1: Safety from the inside out Week 2: Genuine felt sense of support Week 3: Authentic aliveness and expansion ALL PARTS OF ME Reclaiming authentic self-leadership Week 1: Being Present (understanding internal parts) Week 2: Being “Good Enough” (healing coping mechanisms) Week 3: Being The Leader (authentic self-leadership) LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FOUNDATIONAL JOURNEY PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR PROFESSIONALS THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® MODULES Learn how trauma lives in your biology These modules address cellular changes through somatic work, parts work, and biological repair tools. Each focuses on a specific area of trauma’s impact, helping you build capacity for lasting change. Note: Completion of the Foundational Journey is required before enrolling in the Modules. 01 MODULE 1: BIOLOGY OF FREEZE AND OVERWHELM Jan 5 – Feb 20, 2026 Break free from chronic freeze by restoring mitochondrial function and learning how to move out of overwhelm. 02 MODULE 2: BIOLOGY OF GRIEF AND HEART SHOCKS Mar 2 – Apr 17, 2026 Heal unresolved grief by restoring the gut-heart connection and releasing stored emotional shocks. 03 MODULE 3: BIOLOGY OF ATTACHMENT AND NEURODEVELOPMENT Date Coming Soon Rewire early attachment wounds and rebuild nervous system pathways through guided movement and somatic work. 04 MODULE 4: BIOLOGY OF STRESS, REST, AND RESILIENCE Date Coming Soon Learn how to “stress the right way” by building a nervous system gym that strengthens resilience and restores balance. 05 MODULE 5: BIOLOGY OF LETTING GO AND DETOXING Date Coming Soon Experience emotional detox, release stored patterns, and discover authentic expression in a safe, supported environment. 06 MODULE 6: BIOLOGY OF HEALING Nov 3 – Dec 14, 2025 Move from survival into thriving mode as you integrate the full healing sequence at the biological level. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BOT MODULES PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR PROFESSIONALS WHAT IS THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® MODEL? Hear from experts NEW PROGRAM: A 12–14 Month Comprehensive Integration Journey for Personal Development or Professionals Move beyond survival mode into embodied living. These programs provide knowledge, practices, and community support to help you regulate your nervous system, reconnect with all parts of yourself, and live from wholeness. Program Structure: Months 1–4: Building Foundation Biology of Trauma® curriculum, somatic regulation, and parts work. Months 5–8: Deepening Practice Embodiment, relationships, emotional regulation, and purpose. Months 9–12: Living Integrated Personal leadership, authentic expression, creative flow, and overall wellness. Months 13–14 (Professional Track Only): Business Development Practice building, client attraction, program design, marketing, messaging, technology, and professional growth. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAMS PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR PROFESSIONALS COACHING & COMMUNITY Healing doesn’t happen alone. Extend your growth with personal support and ongoing community connection. ONE-ON-ONE COACHING Work directly with Biology of Trauma® trained coaches. Our coaches understand how trauma lives in the body. Get individualized support for your nervous system, parts work, and biological repair—helping you apply what you’ve learned and move through your unique challenges. What You Get: Coaches trained in Dr. Aimie’s methods Support for mind, body, and biology Guidance applying tools to your daily life Personal help navigating specific obstacles EXPLORE 1-ON-1 COACHING INTENTIONAL COMMUNITY FOR SUPPORT Continue your journey with others who’ve walked the same path. Available after completing the Foundational Journey, the ICS is a supportive community designed for ongoing growth and accountability. Together, we practice somatic skills, receive guidance from trained mentors, and build the calm aliveness that makes lasting change possible. START WITH THE FOUNDATIONAL JOURNEY ASK OUR TEAM Support from Dr. Aimie’s team, whenever you need it. SEND AN EMAIL BOOK A CALL When you need one-on-one help with a product or program, our Customer Engagement Team is ready to listen and guide you. From choosing the right course to answering follow-up questions, we’re here to make sure you feel supported every step of the way. Email or Schedule a meeting with our Customer Engagement Team now:

Ready to connect? Book a customer success call to discuss programs, get answers to your questions, or reach out about keynotes, training, and collaboration. CONTACT DR. AIMIE'S TEAM We’re here to support your healing and professional journey. Do you have customer service or support questions about Biology of Trauma® programs, training, or resources? We're here to support you. Whether you're seeking guidance or want to learn more about the Biology of Trauma®, reach out. For program details and enrollment information, scroll down to book a session with our Customer Engagement Team. Full Name* Phone Email* Message SUBMIT LET'S CONNECT LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube HOW TO REACH US Support from Dr. Aimie’s team, whenever you need it. When you need one-on-one help with a product or program, our Customer Engagement Team is ready to listen and guide you. From choosing the right course to answering follow-up questions, we’re here to make sure you feel supported every step of the way. Email or Schedule a meeting with our Customer Engagement Team now: SEND AN EMAIL BOOK A CALL

Your body isn't broken, it's brilliant. Discover why you freeze, shut down, or rage—and learn the biology-based tools to finally feel safe, regulated, and alive. THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA® PODCAST Accelerate your Trauma Healing Journey with Dr. Aimie LISTEN NOW LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PLATFORM A science-backed roadmap for shifting out of survival mode and into healing. APPLE SPOTIFY YOUTUBE 700K+ DOWNLOADS | 4.9/5 STAR REVIEW start listening WHO THIS PODCAST SERVES LISTEN NOW People feel stuck in stress, overwhelm, or shutdown Traditional therapy helps, but something still feels "off" There's a need to understand why the body reacts the way it does Get out of survival mode and into truly living We all seek trauma tools that actually heal—not just help THE PODCAST THAT CHANGES THE TRAUMA CONVERSATION Dr. Aimie Apigian exposes how trauma lives in the body and offers a new, science-backed roadmap for real healing People are done dancing around the topic of trauma—they’re ready to face it head-on. Traditional systems often miss the root cause: trauma changes biology at the cellular level, creating barriers to the healing work people strive to do. This Podcast is the missing piece of the puzzle—a practical living manual for navigating the human body in today’s modern, traumatizing world. Join your host, physician and trauma expert Dr. Aimie Apigian, as she challenges outdated models of trauma and introduces a new, science-backed framework for true healing. LISTEN NOW Discover the Science of Trauma Healing with Dr. Aimie Apigian podcast Episode 150: Frozen in Success: The Biology of Staying Stuck in Survival Many high-achieving people seem successful, but part of them remains frozen in childhood survival patterns. In this episode, we dive into Elena’s story and explore how trauma disrupts our ability to fully live. We’ll uncover why successful people can still feel disconnected, and share a six-step roadmap that takes us from survival to authenticity, belonging, and flow. If you’ve ever felt stuck despite your achievements, this episode explains why and how to heal. 12 min read Episode 149: Mind-Body Trauma Research: The Truth with Dr. Gabor Maté Why does trauma research get buried? Dr. Gabor Maté joins me to discuss his bestselling book, The Myth of Normal, exploring the connection between trauma, illness, and how emotional factors fuel chronic diseases like autoimmune conditions and cancer. We delve into Harvard studies showing PTSD doubles cancer risk, why mind-body unity isn’t new, and how the medical system ignores the evidence. Get ready for a mind-body revolution, even if modern medicine isn’t ready yet. 13 min read Episode 148: Why You Can't Sit Still: The Hidden Biology of Busyness In this episode, we explore how trauma lives in the body and how chronic busyness, exhaustion, and emotional disconnection can be signs of stored trauma. Dr. Aimie shares Jess’s story, a marketing director whose constant motion protected her from childhood terror. Learn how nervous system dysregulation leads to overwhelm and why stillness can feel unsafe. We’ll also explore the Essential Sequence for healing stored trauma without becoming overwhelmed. 10 min read Episode 147: The Hidden Biology of Holding On: Toxins, Trauma & True Freedom In this episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian shares her discovery of the 3-phase Biology of Trauma® framework, revealing how emotional, psychological, and biochemical toxins accumulate in the body and why our nervous systems hold on to them. Through her personal story of chronic pain and depression, Dr. Aimie explains why letting go isn’t a decision—it’s a biological process that requires safety. Learn the six-step process to prepare, open channels, and safely release stored trauma. 10 min read Episode 146: How Attachment Affects Us For Life: 6 Childhood Pains and How to Repair Attachment trauma isn’t just psychological—it lives in your nervous system, immune system, and cells. In this episode, Dr. Aimie shares how childhood survival styles shape chronic anxiety, autoimmune conditions, and relationship struggles. Learn the three critical elements that create secure attachment and how attachment pain shows up in your body. Discover the path to healing attachment pain through mind, body, and biology, breaking intergenerational cycles. 15 min read Episode 145: Essential Oils and Nervous System Regulation: Using Smell to Heal Grief and Trauma with Jodi Cohen Jodi Cohen discovered the power of smell as her most accessible pathway to nervous system regulation after the sudden loss of her son. In this episode, we explore why the sense of smell is our most direct connection to the limbic system and how rose essential oil counteracts fear responses. Learn how to use essential oils as a tool for titrating emotional experiences, regulating the nervous system, and supporting trauma healing without overwhelming the body. 14 min read Episode 144: The Perimenopause Revolution: Trauma, Transitions and Tools with Dr. Mariza Snyder Dr. Mariza Snyder shares her journey through perimenopause while carrying complex PTSD and how stabilizing blood sugar, addressing brain inflammation, and managing trauma can transform the experience. Learn how perimenopause reshapes your brain, making multitasking harder and amplifying stored trauma. Discover practical strategies for regulation, discernment about relationships, and how to navigate the shift in capacity for a more empowered second half of life. 20 min read Episode 143: Fear From Breast Cancer: How Two Mothers Reject 'Normal' & Find Freedom with Dirci Souza and Melanie Dirci and Melanie's stories reveal how years of chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation created the conditions for breast cancer to develop. Despite their oncologists' advice to "return to normal," both women realized their old patterns had caused illness. By addressing their nervous system regulation, they found peace, healing, and a new way to live—creating freedom from fear and joy in their bodies. 19 min read Episode 142: Why Stress Isn't Trauma: How to Spot Overwhelm and Start Healing Your Nervous System This episode explores the crucial difference between stress and trauma, emphasizing how chronic dysregulation over time leads to disease. Learn why brain inflammation during the freeze response is protective, and how a simple 3-day nervous system tracking tool reveals hidden patterns of stress and trauma. Discover how emotional eating serves as a strategy, and why quality sleep is the most impactful starting point for healing. 12 min read Episode 141: Can Trauma Make Genetic Disease Worse? The Role of the Nervous System with Lizzie Dunn This episode explores how nervous system dysregulation amplifies symptoms of genetic conditions like MEN1. Lizzie Dunn shares her experience with nervous system regulation, challenging the belief that genetic mutations are the sole factor in disease severity. Learn how stored trauma, epigenetic changes, and body disconnection influence genetic conditions, and why healing requires addressing the mind, body, and biology simultaneously. 13 min read Episode 140: Why Does My Body Hold Trauma? How Chronic Fatigue, Autoimmunity & Weight Gain Have An Emotional Trigger with Dr. Partha Nandi In this episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian sits down with Dr. Partha Nandi to explore how trauma becomes biology, affecting mitochondria and leading to chronic health issues. They discuss five key insights from The Biology of Trauma, including the critical line of overwhelm and the cell danger response. Learn why your symptoms are messages, and why integrating biological repair tools is essential for healing chronic conditions beyond traditional therapy. 15 min read Episode 139: Breaking the Body Trauma Loop: Why Healing Takes More Than Willpower (And How to Actually Transform) In this episode, Dr. Aimie reads from The Biology of Trauma and explains the body trauma loop—how incomplete trauma responses compound over time. She explores how neuroplasticity wires both survival patterns and healing patterns, why consistency creates change, and how safety, support, and expansion lead you from symptom relief to true growth and aliveness. 14 min read Episode 138: The Biology of Trauma: Why Your Body Holds On When Your Mind Has Healed with Steven Wright In this reverse interview, Steven Wright from Healthy Gut asks me about the core ideas behind The Biology of Trauma. We talk about why I rewrote the book seven times, how biology blocked my own healing, and the painful turning points that shaped my work. Steven brings his own insight and experience, making this a grounded and honest conversation about what truly drives healing. 15 min read Episode 137: Does Somatic Healing Work: How Mind-Body Healing Can Change 30 Years of Chronic Illness In 6 Weeks with Kecia Kecia spent 30 years on disability, needing daily naps and sleeping up to 18 hours a day. In this episode, she shares how addressing trauma in her nervous system changed everything—leading to seven weeks without a single nap for the first time in decades. Her story shows why chronic fatigue and autoimmune symptoms often shift only when we work at the nervous system level. 13 min read Episode 136: Why You Always Feel Responsible for Everything: Hidden Signs of Complex PTSD from Childhood with Dr. Tian Dayton Dr. Tian Dayton joins me to explore how growing up in chaos rewires the nervous system. We look at why adults who were “the responsible one” as kids struggle with overwhelm, intimacy, and emotional disconnection today. We talk about thwarted intention, sense memory, and why movement and body-based work complete what talk therapy cannot. 12 min read Episode 135: The Hidden Difference Between Stress and Trauma In How The Body Keeps Score In this episode, I explain the real difference between stress and trauma, and why so many people stay stuck in chronic symptoms when they treat trauma like stress. We look at how trauma gets stored in the body, how it shapes gut issues, fatigue, and brain fog years later, and the three levels of repair—emotional, somatic, and cellular—that finally allow the nervous system to heal. 11 min read Episode 134: The Biology of Overwhelm: Why Small Demands Feel Impossible In this episode, I explain why small things overwhelm you when your nervous system doesn’t have enough energy to handle daily demands. We look at your capacity like a bank account, how invisible drains leave you running on empty, and what actually happens in your body during shutdown. You’ll learn simple ways to reduce daily withdrawals and make steady deposits that rebuild resilience. 10 min read Episode 133: Autoimmunity and Childhood Trauma: How Your Immune System Reflects Your Past In this episode, I share why autoimmune conditions often develop after years of living in survival mode and why symptoms like fatigue, pain, and brain fog are tied to stored trauma. We explore how perfectionism and pushing through keep the body unsafe, and why real recovery begins with nervous system repair, emotional safety, and cellular healing—not just diet or medication. 12 min read Episode 132: Do Babies Who Cry It Out Get Anxiety and Addiction Later in Life? with Dr. Darcia Narvaez In this episode, Dr. Darcia Narvaez and I talk about how early parenting choices shape a child’s brain and nervous system for life. We look at how sleep training, early separations, and missed cues affect anxiety, behavior, and emotional health later on, and how parents can repair early stress through connection, co-regulation, and felt safety at any age. 15 min read Episode 131: Why Empaths Get Stuck in Grief and How to Move Through It In this episode, I share why highly sensitive people and empaths feel grief so intensely and how that overwhelm can lead to numbing or self-sabotage. We look at how sensitivity drains or energizes the nervous system, why grief hits harder for empaths, and simple ways to support your body so sensitivity becomes a strength instead of a burden. 10 min read Episode 130: Why Stress Doesn't Cause Chronic Pain and What Really Does In this episode, I explain why chronic pain isn’t caused by stress but by trauma stored in the body. I share my own story of lingering shoulder pain and how unresolved overwhelm kept my system in danger mode. We look at what happens in the nervous system, how biochemical imbalances increase pain, and simple steps to repair your biology so your body can finally feel safe enough to let pain go. 9 min read Episode 129: Why You're Still in Survival Mode (Even After Years of Therapy and Healing Work) In this episode, I explain why so many people stay stuck in their healing even after years of therapy and mindset work. We look at how the body holds trauma, why reassurance doesn’t create safety, and the steps your nervous system needs to move out of functional freeze. You’ll learn the roadmap of safety, support, and expansion so your body can finally shift into calm aliveness. 7 min read Episode 128: How Attachment Trauma Drives Anxiety, Autoimmunity & Chronic Illness In this episode, I explain why early attachment wounds shape lifelong anxiety, chronic illness, and disconnection, even when childhood looked “good.” We explore the six core attachment wounds, how the body stores what the mind forgets, and the three-phase roadmap—Safety, Support, Expansion—that helps you become your own safe person and finally heal stored trauma. 8 min read Episode 127: Why Your Body Is Wired for Danger: Understanding Trauma's Impact on Your Nervous System Many people feel constantly on edge, even when life is calm. In this episode, I explain why early experiences wire the body for danger instead of safety, the three elements that make overwhelm stick, and why creating safety must come before processing emotions. You’ll learn how to recognize survival patterns and simple somatic tools to help your body feel safe again. 6 min read Episode 126: Neuroception Explained: How Your Nervous System Decides What's Safe and Why It Matters for Healing Sometimes the body rejects even the healing habits we want to create. In this episode, I explain neuroception—your body’s built-in security system—and why it can make supplements, diet changes, or routines feel overwhelming. You’ll learn how your system decides what feels safe, why this isn’t resistance, and simple ways to shift your body into safety so healing becomes possible. 11 min read Episode 125: The Forgotten Hormone: Why the Mind & Body Can't Heal Without Oxytocin with Dr. Sue Carter Many people understand their trauma but still don’t feel safe. In this episode, Dr. Sue Carter joins me to explain how oxytocin—your body’s safety and healing hormone—helps shift you out of survival mode. We talk about early attachment, why talk therapy can fall short, and simple ways to increase oxytocin so your body can finally feel safe. 11 min read Episode 124: Grief and Gut Health: Is It Just Emotional or Something More? Grief doesn’t just live in your mind — it shows up in your gut through the vagus nerve, diaphragm, and enteric nervous system. In this episode, I explore how unprocessed grief creates real digestive symptoms, the three types of grief that get stuck, and why your gut can’t stay healthy while holding unexpressed emotion. Learn how somatic healing helps your gut and nervous system recover together. 7 min read Episode 123: Light, Sleep and High-Impact Habits To Heal Your Nervous System with Katie Wells Why do healing efforts stall even when you're doing all the inner work? In this episode, I explore trauma as an energy problem and how light, sleep, and movement shape your capacity to heal. With Katie Wells, we break down the daily habits that regulate your nervous system, the environmental cues that sabotage recovery, and why building energy and safety must come before deep processing. 7 min read Episode 122: Shutdown Before Stress: The Misstep in Trauma Healing That Often Gets Missed Why does healing sometimes make you feel worse? This episode explains how trauma is stored in the body, why therapy can retraumatize when the nervous system is in shutdown, and the essential sequence for healing: Safety → Support → Expansion. Learn how to recognize shutdown, reconnect with your body, and work with your biology instead of pushing against it. 6 min read Episode 121: Finding Your Why: How to Break Free from Burnout and Build Meaningful Work with Dr. Eric Arzubi What if success leaves you empty? In this episode, Dr. Eric Arzubi shares why he walked away from a Wall Street career to pursue meaningful work in psychiatry. Learn how to tell whether fear is a trauma response or healthy caution, why regret can be a stronger motivator than failure, and how nervous system safety supports big life changes. 6 min read Episode 120: Why Antidepressants Don't Work for Everyone: The Hidden Role of Trauma in Anxiety and Depression When normal labs and antidepressants don't explain fatigue, brain fog, or numbness, stored trauma may be driving the symptoms. In this episode, Michelle’s story reveals how the five-step trauma response lives in the nervous system and why medication alone often falls short. A practical look at trauma as biology—and what actually helps when treatment isn’t working. 5 min read Episode 119: Transforming Trauma Into Joy & Purpose with Gregg Ward One moment changed Gregg Ward’s life when an accident took his girlfriend’s life. In this episode, he shares how moral injury, guilt, and trauma lived in his body for years—and how purpose and meaning slowly emerged. A conversation for anyone carrying regret, searching for healing, or wondering if joy is still possible. 4 min read Episode 118: How Practitioners Can Navigate Their Own Chronic Illness and Healing Journey with Helga Byrne When healers face their own chronic illness, the work becomes even harder. In this episode, therapist Helga Byrne shares how she navigated brain fog, fatigue, and medical gaslighting while building a sustainable practice. Learn how she reshaped her work, protected her energy, and found a way to keep helping others without abandoning her own healing. 6 min read Episode 117: How Movement Can Heal Stored Trauma, Grief and Emotions with Paul Denniston When grief doesn’t get expressed, it doesn’t disappear—it settles into the body. In this episode with Paul Denniston, we explore how hidden grief shows up as chronic tension, stomach pain, and persistent anxiety. Learn why emotions need motion, how movement and breath release stored grief, and why even laughter can open the door to healing. 6 min read Episode 116: The Body Keeps Score: How Trauma Rewires Your Nervous System with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk When your body reacts in ways you can’t explain, it may be holding what your mind had to forget. In this episode with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, we explore dissociation, body memory, and why trauma lives in your biology—not just your thoughts. Learn how blocked survival responses shape symptoms today and what helps you reclaim agency, safety, and connection. 6 min read Episode 115: The Biochemistry Behind Mood & Mental Health Struggles with Dr. Jason Loken When you’re doing everything “right” but still feel anxious or low, your biochemistry may be the block. In this episode, Dr. Jason Loken and I explore how under-methylation, copper-zinc imbalance, and pyroluria can shape mood, behavior, focus, and postpartum mental health. Learn how these patterns run in families, how to test for them, and what steps can finally move healing forward. 6 min read Episode 114: The Science Behind Why We Can't 'Get Over' Loss And How to Grieve with Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor When grief feels physical, there’s a reason. In this episode, Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor and I explore the neuroscience of grief—why yearning activates survival circuits like hunger, why you still reach for someone who’s gone, and how your brain learns a new reality over time. Understand the difference between grief and grieving, and why healing isn’t “getting over” but adapting while carrying love forward. 5 min read Episode 113: Hidden Triggers: How Mold and Lyme Create A Sensitive and Reactive Personality with Dr. Neil Nathan When trauma work isn’t enough, hidden biology may be keeping your system in threat. In this episode, Dr. Neil Nathan and I explore how mold toxicity and Lyme disease drive hypervigilance, reactivity, sensitivities, and cognitive issues that don’t improve with therapy alone. Learn how limbic activation, vagal dysregulation, and mast cell activation create ongoing threat—and the first steps to start healing. 7 min read Episode 112: The Survival Paradox: The Protein That Can Cause Disease & What You Can Do About It with Dr. Isaac Eliaz When your body won’t calm down, your survival biology may be stuck on. In this episode, Dr. Isaac Eliaz and I explore the survival paradox—how protective instincts and the protein galectin-3 can drive chronic tension, inflammation, and blocked healing. Learn why your system stays on high alert and practical ways to shift from protection into repair so your body can finally exhale. 6 min read Episode 111: Clear Your Mind: How to Reduce Brain Fog & Mental Fatigue with Dr. Greg Kelly When stress keeps overwhelming you despite your best tools, hidden biology may be the reason. In this episode, Dr. Greg Kelly and I unpack how stress drains your mental bandwidth, disrupts brain energy, and shapes your reactions through prediction systems. Learn practical strategies—including nutrition, lifestyle, and key adaptogens—to support your biology so resilience finally becomes possible. 6 min read Episode 110: Why Isn't My Brain Working? How to Clear the Fog and Fatigue with Dr. Datis Kharrazian When your brain feels foggy, slow, or easily overwhelmed, hidden inflammation may be the reason. In this episode, Dr. Datis Kharrazian and I break down what causes neuroinflammation—stress, diet, gut health, old injuries—and the practical steps that can improve focus, energy, and clarity. Learn how to calm brain inflammation and support your brain so it can finally work the way it should. 6 min read Episode 109: End Your Addiction Now: How Pioneer Work Outperforms Traditional Treatment with Dr. Charles Gant When willpower keeps failing, your biology may be the missing piece. In this episode, we explore Dr. Charles Gant’s groundbreaking work showing how neurotransmitter imbalances, toxins, and nutrition drive addiction—and why correcting brain chemistry can make recovery possible. Learn how biology shapes cravings, relapse, and success, and why willpower works only after the brain is supported. 6 min read Episode 108: How Your Body Stores Emotional Trauma in the Fascia and Lymphatic System with Christine Schaffner Emotional releases during massage or bodywork aren’t random—your fascia and lymphatic system can hold trauma physically. In this episode, Dr. Christine Schaffner and I explore how tension, chronic pain, and detox reactions trace back to stored trauma in the body’s hidden spaces. Learn why traditional talk therapy feels incomplete and what simple practices help release what your tissues have been carrying. 6 min read Episode 107: Invisible Adoption and Attachment Pain: When High Achievement Masks Childhood Wounds with JJ Virgin Many high achievers still feel empty because early attachment wounds drive their success without creating fulfillment. In this episode, JJ Virgin shares how growing up adopted shaped her beliefs about worth, connection, and self-reliance—and how healing those patterns opened the door to real love and safety. Learn why achievement can mask old wounds and what helps rebuild trust from the inside out. 7 min read Episode 106: How Mast Cell Activation, Histamines & Mold Toxicity Place You in a High-Risk Trauma Category with Beth O'Hara Many people blame themselves for being “too reactive,” but your immune system may be driving those trauma responses. In this episode, we explore how mast cell activation and mold toxicity send constant danger signals through histamine, keeping your body stuck in overwhelm even when you’re doing the healing work. You’ll learn how to recognize biological triggers behind anxiety and what helps calm your system again. 7 min read Episode 105: How Anxiety, Depression & Trauma Reactions May Be From Mold and Heavy Metals with Kirkland Newman Many people live with depression and anxiety that don’t improve because the real issue isn’t psychological alone—it's brain inflammation. In this episode with Kirkland Newman, we explore how mold exposure, Lyme infection, and stored trauma create a feedback cycle that fuels symptoms. You’ll learn how to recognize biological causes behind mental health struggles and what steps can finally lead to real relief. 7 min read Episode 104: How Trauma Fuels Addiction & The 4 Pillars for Recovery with Joe Polish Addiction is far more common—and more functional—than most people realize. In this episode with Joe Polish, we explore why modern life makes us vulnerable, how addiction becomes a survival strategy for an overwhelmed system, and why genuine connection is the real antidote. You’ll learn the four pillars Joe used to rebuild his life and what creates safety for true recovery. 7 min read Episode 103: Addiction & 6-Step Felt Sense Polyvagal Plan to Revolutionize Traditional Treatment with Janet Winhall What if your “bad habits” are actually your nervous system trying to regulate you? In this episode with Dr. Janet Winhall, we explore coffee, binge-watching, and other behaviors as state propellers—automatic ways your system boosts energy or numbs overwhelm. You’ll learn why these patterns are survival adaptations, not failures, and how real regulation begins when you understand the state underneath the behavior. 6 min read Episode 102: Strategies for Empaths: How to Navigate Sensory Overload, Shame & Trauma with Dr. Judith Orloff If crowds drain you and others’ emotions feel overwhelming, your nervous system may be wired for heightened sensitivity. In this episode with Dr. Judith Orloff, we explore why empaths are more vulnerable to trauma, how sensory overload triggers dysregulation, and the strategies that help sensitive nervous systems feel safe, grounded, and supported. 6 min read Episode 101: Brain Inflammation: Addressing The Overlooked Gatekeeper To Trauma Release with Dr. Austin Perlmutter When therapy insights fade overnight, brain inflammation may be blocking your healing. In this episode, I talk with Dr. Austin Perlmutter about how activated microglia can trigger trauma responses from inside your brain, make small stresses feel overwhelming, and prevent new learning from sticking. We explore how food, immune health, and biology shape your ability to heal. 6 min read 1 2 3 4 WHAT LISTENERS ARE SAYING I was struggling with clients who weren't responding to traditional trauma therapy. Dr. Aimie's podcast completely shifted my approach. Now I understand why we need to establish safety before processing. The Biology of Trauma framework has become essential in my practice. My clients are finally making progress.

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Self-Assessment Confirm prior experience working with trauma in practice Commit to your own healing as the foundation for serving others Understand the time and energy investment required Be prepared to integrate new approaches into your work Mindset for Growth Recognize that growth requires vulnerability and openness to change Align your professional goals with a trauma-informed, biology-based approach Approach this work with humility and willingness to learn Trust the process—healing and mastery develop step by step EXAMPLE TRAINING STRUCTURE & SUPPORT Your week of guided professional development, Monday through Friday. 01 MONDAY Module-specific Training & Clinical Applications 02 TUESDAY Case Consultation & Supervision Sessions 03 WEDNESDAY Implementation Meetings & Practice Planning 04 THURSDAY Professional Skills Development & Networking 05 FRIDAY Advanced Techniques & Specialty Applications YOUR PATH TO CERTIFICATION & BEYOND ONGOING PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT Monthly supervision with practitioners Quarterly intensives for skill development Professional community access for consultation and collaboration Continuing education opportunities to maintain certification Business development support for practice growth CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Attendance: Complete all required training modules and sessions Assessment: Pass module assessments demonstrating understanding Case Work: Present case studies showing application Integration: Demonstrate how you'll implement in your practice setting Ethics: Complete training on scope of practice and professional boundaries PROFESSIONAL BENEFITS AND RECOGNITION CREDENTIALS & RECOGNITION Biology of Trauma® Professional designation upon completion Digital badges and certificates for professional profiles Continuing education credits accepted by most licensing boards Professional directory listing with referral opportunities Approved marketing language for promoting services TOOLS & RESOURCES Assessment forms and intake templates for client work Protocol guidelines for implementing Biology of Trauma® approaches Educational materials to share with clients and colleagues Research updates and practice developments Professional consultation access for case support ONGOING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Practice building strategies for trauma-informed services Client attraction and retention systems Technology recommendations for practice management Pricing and packaging guidance for trauma-informed services Marketing support for professional growth PRACTITIONER SUCCESS STORIES It's just beautiful being here with you and everyone else and learning these amazing tools, and becoming a deeper person, biologically changing. 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