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The Accrescent: Bioenergetic Healing
Hosted by Leigh Ann Lindsey · EN
ac·cres·cent | Definition of accrescent: growing continuously; continual growth
Inspiring and enabling physical, emotional, and spiritual growth through expert interviews, client case studies, and solo episodes with Host and Founder Leigh Ann.
Current Show Schedule: New Episodes on Mondays.
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247. Dr. Aimie Apigian - The Biological Differences Between Stress and Trauma
2w ago01:02:54Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Dr. Aimie Apigian, physician and author of The Biology of Trauma, for a conversation on how trauma impacts the body at a biological and cellular level. Dr. Apigian shares how her own experience with chronic fatigue syndrome and autoimmunity led her to understand that trauma healing requires more than mindset work or traditional therapy alone. She explains the difference between a stress response and a trauma response, emphasizing that trauma occurs when the body perceives that it cannot overcome a threat, whether for psychological, emotional, or biological reasons. Leigh Ann and Dr. Apigian explore how unresolved trauma can contribute to chronic illness, autoimmunity, cancer, fatigue, nervous system dysregulation, and patterns of collapse or shutdown. The conversation also highlights why many people flare during trauma work, why stabilization must come before deeper processing, and why creating a felt sense of “safe enough” in the body is often the first step.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Episode LinksBook: The Biology Of TraumaFree Five Day Nervous System ResetGuest InfoDr. Aimie Apigian - WebsiteDr. Aimie Apigian - InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 193: Britt Piper - Body-First HealingPodcast Ep. 138: Leigh Ann Lindsey - 2 Signs You Should Be Doing Subconscious Work, Soothing vs. Solving WorkWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →246. Dr. Annie Brook (Replay) - Birth Trauma’s Invisible Scars
3w ago01:00:38Tap to summarizeIn this replay episode, guest Dr. Annie Brook, shares her personal journey of healing from early trauma and how it eventually led her to a career in somatic psychology and therapy. She recounts a series of life-changing events, including a near-death experience, moving to Berkeley to study meditation and somatic practices, and her eventual deep dive into birth trauma research. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, professional experiences, and scientific insights, she highlights the profound impact of early trauma on the mind and body, the importance of healing from such experiences, and the tools and methodologies that can facilitate this healing process. The episode also touches on themes such as the body's emotional memory, the significance of early life experiences, and the interconnectedness of body, mind, and spirit in achieving holistic health.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Interview LinksBook: Magical ChildBook: Molecules of EmotionBook: Births Hidden LegacyGuest InfoDr. Annie Brook: WebsiteDr. Annie Brook: InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 193: Britt Piper - Body-First HealingPodcast Ep. 139: Dr. Galit Atlas - A Look At Dissociation, Repressed Memories and the Journey of Trauma HealingWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →245. Dr. Scott Sherr (Troscriptions) - The Science of Calm and What To Do When You’re Too Depleted to Self-Regulate
4w ago00:58:10Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Leigh Ann welcomes Dr. Scott Sherr, co-founder of Troscriptions, for a conversation on GABA, anxiety, stress, sleep, and fast-acting nervous system support. Dr. Sherr shares how his background in internal medicine, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and health optimization medicine led him to help create products designed to support people while they are on a longer healing journey. He explains why many people may be struggling with GABA deficiency, how chronic stress can deplete the body’s calming pathways, and why anxiety, insomnia, racing thoughts, and low energy are often interconnected. Leigh Ann and Dr. Sherr discuss the unique buccal troche delivery method, how it differs from capsules and sublingual supplements, and why it can allow for faster absorption and more flexible dosing. The conversation also explores TroCalm, Trozy, alcohol’s impact on the GABA-glutamate balance, sleep architecture, and why calming the nervous system does not have to mean feeling sedated.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)Episode LinksTroscriptions - Website (Discount Code: LEIGHANN)Guest InfoDr. Scott Sherr - WebsiteRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 203: Anna Finck - Reconnecting to Our Bodies, Reclaiming Our Health, and Remembering Our PowerPodcast Ep. 150: Michael Byrne - The Bia Smart Sleep MaskWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →244. Diana Salcido - Dismissed to Diagnosed: Stage 3C Colon Cancer, A Journey of Integrative Healing
Jun 102:03:40Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Leigh Ann welcomes Diana Salcido to share her deeply personal story of being diagnosed with stage 3C colon cancer after nearly a year of symptoms, medical dismissal, panic, abdominal pain, and an inner knowing that something was wrong. Diana walks listeners through the frightening path to diagnosis, including ER visits, being told she was simply anxious or constipated, an eventual bowel obstruction, emergency surgery, and the discovery that the cancer had spread to four lymph nodes. She also shares the complications that followed, including a leak, a second emergency surgery, an ileostomy, severe weight loss, pleural effusion, abscesses, additional surgery, and the loneliness of healing from injuries and trauma that others could not always see. Diana and Leigh Ann discuss the emotional toll of cancer, the difficulty of making treatment decisions amid conflicting medical opinions, and Diana’s choice to pursue an integrative path guided by body intuition, discernment, and personalized support. The conversation explores the physical, emotional, and spiritual layers of healing, including trauma work, faith, rest, sunlight, diet changes, supplements, acupuncture, frequency therapies, and learning when to pivot based on what the body is communicating.Product Discount Codes + LinksHoolest: Website (Discount Code: THEACCRESCENT10)Froya Hair Care: Website (Link gives 10% off)Herbal Face Food: Website (Discount Code: LAL30)The Fullest: Website (discount code: LEIGH15)Episode LinksDiana’s GoFundMeRelated EpisodesEp. 228: Dr. Lori Bouchard - The Missing Pieces in Cancer Care, Metabolism, Trauma, and Whole-Person HealingEp. 176: Leigh Ann Lindsey - How I Work with Cancer Patients to Address Emotional Root Causes to DiseaseWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →243. Cheryl Sew Hoy - The First 1,000 Days: Infant Gut Health and Lifelong Immunity
May 2501:13:08Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Cheryl Sew Hoy, founder of Tiny Health, for a conversation on infant gut health, microbiome testing, and why the first 1,000 days of life matter so deeply for long-term immune development. Cheryl shares how her own C-section birth experience with her daughter led her to research the differences between C-section and vaginally born babies’ gut microbiomes, eventually inspiring her to create Tiny Health. The conversation explores how early-life factors like C-sections, antibiotic use, breastfeeding, solid foods, parental microbiomes, pets, nature exposure, and stress can shape a child’s gut ecosystem. Cheryl explains why an infant’s microbiome is easier to shift than an adult’s, how missing beneficial bacteria may contribute to eczema, allergies, asthma, GI issues, and other chronic conditions, and why testing can help parents take more targeted action. Leigh Ann and Cheryl also discuss adult gut testing, the gut-brain connection, probiotics, stool testing technology, and why a “good” supplement is not necessarily helpful if your body does not need it. Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Vio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Episode LinksThe Accrescent Podcast - Tiny Health (Use code LEIGHANN for $20 off)Guest InfoCheryl Sew Hoy - InstagramTiny Health - WebsiteRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 173: Sarah Greenfield - Gut Health: the Emotional and Physical Path to HealingPodcast Ep. 221: Kenna Limp - Addressing Parasites, Lyme, Viral Infections and More with F-Scan and Firefly TechnologyWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →242. Sara Banta (Accelerated Health Products) - A Deeper Look at Cellular Energy and Metabolic Resilience
May 1801:12:12Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann welcomes Sara Banta, founder of Accelerated Health Products, for a conversation on detoxification, cellular energy, and the body’s innate capacity to heal. Sara shares her personal health journey, including her own struggles with gut issues, heavy metals, hair loss, and depletion, as well as her children’s health challenges that led her deeper into functional healing. The conversation explores the role of iodine, copper, silver, amino acids, liver support, and detox pathways in supporting thyroid health, immune function, cellular repair, and energy. Sara also explains how environmental toxins, radiation, processed foods, stress, and disrupted detox pathways can contribute to fatigue, weight gain, hormone issues, histamine reactions, and chronic illness. Leigh Ann and Sara discuss practical support for people navigating cancer, chronic illness, scans, contrast dye, radiation exposure, and the everyday toxic burden of modern life. Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Vio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Guest InfoAccelerated Health Products - WebsiteAccelerated Health Products- InstagramRelated EpisodesEp. 235: Dr. Neil Nathan - Three Reasons Why the “Sensitive” Patient Isn’t Healing and Where to BeginEp. 228: Dr. Lori Bouchard - The Missing Pieces in Cancer Care, Metabolism, Trauma, and Whole-Person HealingWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →241. Marcus Fernandez - Healing in Layers: What Homeopathy Reveals About Chronic Illness
May 1101:06:17Tap to summarizeExplore the fascinating world of homeopathy with Marcus Fernandez as he examines its history, principles, and practical applications for chronic and acute conditions. This conversation between Marcus and Leigh Ann introduces listeners to the way this gentle, individualized approach can support healing. Expect to understand the ways homeopathy empowers self-care and the layers of healing it helps to surface. Marcus also shares insights into the effectiveness of homeopathic treatments and highlights real-life examples and success stories. This episode will help listeners gain a deeper appreciation for this unique modality and its potential benefits.Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Vio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Guest InfoMarcus Fernandez - WebsiteMarcus Fernandez - InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 235: Dr. Neil Nathan - Three Reasons Why Patients Aren’t Healing from Complex Chronic IllnessPodcast Ep. 227: Dr. Talia - Emotional Support During Chronic Illness, What’s Helpful and What’s NOTWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →240. Leigh Ann Lindsey - My Experience of Healing With Others and the Anxiety That Hid Deeper Emotions
May 400:48:36Tap to summarizeLeigh Ann shares an update on her current healing journey through childhood trauma, emotional breakthroughs, and connecting to family in a new way. In this episode, she shares the deep process of facing repressed emotions, which often manifest in unexpected ways. Leigh Ann discusses how figuring out the self-protective patterns that have been ingrained since childhood can lead to significant personal growth. She emphasizes the importance of finding safety in vulnerability with others, allowing oneself to be open to healing in the presence of safe people. Leigh Ann also opens up about the transformative power of our most raw emotional breakthroughs and how they can lead to reconnections with family. This episode offers hope and inspiration for anyone on a similar path to healing and self-discovery.Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Vio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Related EpisodesPodcast Ep. 237: Leigh Ann Lindsey - Navigating the Messy Middle of Trauma RecoveryPodcast Ep. 234: Leigh Ann Lindsey - Avoiding Emotional Work, Is It Discernment or Distraction?Work w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →239. Dr. Abhinav Singh (Sleep Vigilante) - Why Most People Are Sleeping Wrong—And What You Can Do About It Tonight
Apr 2701:22:15Tap to summarizeDr. Singh, also known as the Sleep Vigilante, shares the often-overlooked importance of sleep for maintaining critical health function. He explains how sleep is not just a time for rest, but a vital process that influences various aspects of our well-being. Dr. Sing shares his perspective on how quality sleep can significantly impact chronic illnesses, acting as a preventive measure against a range of health issues. He highlights how sleep affects everything from memory retention and mood regulation to immune function and disease prevention. By understanding these connections, individuals can appreciate the profound role sleep plays in their lives. Dr. Singh also offers practical tips for improving sleep quality, empowering people to take control of their health through better sleep habits.Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Vio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Guest InfoDr. Singh - WebsiteDr. Singh- InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 203: Anna Finck - Reconnecting to Our Bodies, Reclaiming Our Health, and Remembering Our PowerPodcast Ep. 183: Dr. Valerie Giangrande - Harnessing The Power of Natural LightPodcast Ep. 150: Michael Byrne - The Bia Smart Sleep MaskWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
Transcribe →238. Dr. Aaron Hartman - Defying Medical Odds, Medical Blindspots & How to Overcome Them
Apr 2001:10:02Tap to summarizeDr. Aaron Hartman shares his inspiring journey from a conventional physician to a pioneer in personalized, holistic medicine. He discusses his daughter's remarkable recovery, medical blind spots, the importance of nuance in science, and how patients can advocate for themselves in a complex healthcare system. Through his experiences, Dr. Hartman emphasizes the need for a more integrative approach to healthcare that considers the whole person, not just symptoms. His story highlights the transformative power of patient-centered care and the potential for innovation in medical practices.Product Discount Codes + LinksFroya Organics: Website (Link gives 10% off)MitaCell: WebsiteVio2: Website (Use code LEIGHANN for 10% off)Guest InfoDr. Aaron Hartman - WebsiteDr. Aaron Hartman - InstagramRelated EpisodesPodcast Ep. 228: Dr. Lori Bouchard - The Missing Pieces in Cancer Care,Metabolism, Trauma, and Whole-Person HealingPodcast Ep. 204: Natalie Samson - Exploring Integrative Genetic Counseling as a Transformative Healthcare ApproachWork w/Leigh AnnLearn: What is EVOX Therapy?Book: Schedule a Session or FREE Discovery CallMembership: What is The Healing Alchemy MembershipConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube
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