Keywords

trauma, healing, music therapy, nervous system, combat medicine, Harmonetics, energy healing, community, forgiveness, gratitude

Summary

In this episode of Neuroalchemy, Dr. Sarah Young engages in a profound conversation with Mike, a veteran and lyricist, exploring the themes of trauma, healing, and the transformative power of music. They discuss the invisible wounds of trauma, the importance of being present with pain, and the shift from traditional medicine to energy healing. Mike shares his experiences in combat medicine, the significance of holding space for others, and how music serves as a therapeutic tool. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, forgiveness, and gratitude in the healing journey, culminating in a reflection on the Harmonetics Project and its mission to harmonize the body through breath and movement.

Takeaways

Trauma is often invisible and deeply personal.

A regulated nervous system begins with breath.

Music transcends language and connects emotions.

Embracing pain can lead to healing.

Healing is more about flow than clinical structure.

Music can unlock emotions that words cannot.

Holding space for others is crucial in healing.

Animals can teach us gentleness and patience.

Community plays a vital role in personal transformation.

Gratitude can shift our emotional resonance.

"It starts with breath."

"Music is its own language."

"Healing is flow."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Neuroalchemy and Healing

01:28 Understanding Trauma and the Nervous System

03:38 Lessons from Combat Medicine

05:38 The Shift from Medicine to Energy

08:04 The Human Aspect of Healing

09:37 Music as a Healing Tool

11:58 The Harmonetics Project Explained

13:02 Invisible Wounds and Holding Space

14:09 Reconnecting with the Nervous System

15:13 Redefining Strength and Masculinity

16:23 The Role of Animals in Healing

17:11 Future Aspirations in Music and Healing

17:51 The Power of Forgiveness

18:26 Practicing Gratitude

20:25 Creativity and Healing

21:06 Community and Personal Transformation

22:07 Sharing Music and Vulnerability

25:45 A Raw Example of Trauma

28:24 Closing Thoughts and Reflections

To ger in touch with Mike:

Mike Williams
Chief Technology Officer
The Harmonetiks Project 501(c)(3)
THP-Mike@proton.me
www.theharmonetiksproject.org
760.271.6289. San Diego, CA

LinkedIn -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-williams-09b5274

FaceBook -
https://www.facebook.com/TheHarmonetiksProject
Article "Supper's Ready"
https://endveterandebt.org/now-hear-this/stories/suppers-ready-a-combat-medics-thanksgiving-meditation-on-homecoming-and-belonging

To explore more about NeuroSynergy:

www.neurosynergyhealth.com

Keywords

mental health, therapy, practice ownership, burnout, clinician support, business strategies, mental health culture, therapist wellness, practice management, emotional load

Summary

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young engages with Patrick Eilers, a licensed professional counselor and founder of BloomWorks Concepts, to discuss the intersection of mental health practice and business ownership. They explore the importance of culture within mental health practices, the common pitfalls that lead to burnout and turnover among clinicians, and the need for a supportive environment that fosters synergy and alignment. Patrick shares his journey from clinician to practice owner, emphasizing the necessity of addressing the emotional and relational burdens that clinicians carry. The conversation highlights practical strategies for creating a healthy mental health business environment, including the importance of trust, regular communication, and understanding the unique challenges faced by practice owners. Ultimately, the episode serves as a reminder that healing must encompass not only clients but also the practitioners who support them.

Takeaways

Clarity creates safety and opens the doorway to healing.

Culture in mental health practices is about finding a standard.

Incongruency among team members can lead to practice pitfalls.

Burnout often stems from the inability to separate work from personal life.

Practice owners need to understand the emotional load on clinicians.

Regular meetings can foster connection and support among clinicians.

Trust is essential in a healthy practice environment.

Owners must balance their roles as clinicians and business leaders.

Observation of team dynamics can reveal areas for improvement.

Practices should prioritize community impact and client retention.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to NeuroAlchemy and Today's Guest

02:40 Understanding Practice Culture and Its Importance

05:48 Identifying Pitfalls in Mental Health Practices

08:29 The Impact of Burnout and Turnover on Clinicians

11:10 The Need for Healing in the Business Side of Therapy

14:05 Balancing Clinical and Ownership Roles

16:57 Common Stressors Leading to Clinician Burnout

19:58 The Emotional Load Carried by Clinicians

22:40 Mindset and Its Role in Practice Stability

23:38 Creating a Healthy Mental Health Business Environment

27:16 Lowering Stress and Supporting Clinicians

29:18 Fostering Grounded and Valued Teams

31:08 Understanding Practice Owners' Fears

33:39 Finding Hope and Stability in Practice Ownership

35:46 Implementing a Framework for Mental Health Practices

38:31 Observing and Shifting Work Culture

40:53 Daily Practices for Energy and Boundaries

43:30 Encouragement for Exhausted Clinicians

To get in touch with Patrick:

patreon.com/bloomworks (main site)

Instagram: Rated_pge

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/patrickeilersbloomworkscc

Matchmaker.fm: https://www.matchmaker.fm/show-guest/patrick-eilers-222a6d

To learn more about NeuroSynergy:

www.neurosynergyhealth.com

Keywords

trauma-informed care, survival patterns, nervous system, eating disorders, personal healing, identity, self-compassion, recovery, mental health, psychological safety

Summary

In this episode of the NeuroSynergy Podcast, Dr. Sarah Young and Dr. Rachel Evans delve into the intricacies of trauma-informed care, survival patterns, and the nervous system's role in healing. They explore personal healing journeys, the complexities of eating disorders, and the importance of identity in recovery. The conversation emphasizes the significance of self-compassion and the multifaceted nature of healing, offering hope and practical insights for listeners seeking to understand their own experiences and foster positive change.

Takeaways

Clarity builds safety, which is essential for healing.

Trauma-informed care requires understanding how trauma impacts individuals.

Survival patterns are learned behaviors that may no longer serve us.

The nervous system plays a crucial role in sensing safety or danger.

Feeling stuck often stems from automatic patterns of behavior.

Personal healing journeys can be complex and nonlinear.

Eating disorders are multifaceted and require compassionate understanding.

Identity can significantly influence recovery and healing processes.

Self-compassion is a vital component of healing.

Recovery is possible at any stage of life.

Titles

Navigating Trauma-Informed Care

Understanding Survival Patterns in Healing

Sound bites

"Healing is never about willpower."

"It's about nervous system safety."

"Recovery is always possible."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Trauma-Informed Care

02:33 Understanding Survival Patterns

05:34 The Nervous System and Safety

08:16 Feeling Stuck: A Psychological Perspective

10:56 Personal Healing Journeys

18:29 The Complexity of Eating Disorders

27:55 The Role of Identity in Healing

33:09 Navigating Trauma-Informed Practices

39:09 Rebuilding Safety and Self-Compassion

46:47 The Journey of Self-Discovery

52:16 Messages of Hope and Recovery

How to get in touch with Dr. Rachel:

⁠⁠⁠https://eatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

https://www.instagram.com/rachel.evans.phd/⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/rachel.evans.phd

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-evans-85504498/

Keywords

panic attacks, anxiety, mental health, nervous system, self-care, personal growth, healing journey, emotional well-being, women's health, resilience

Summary

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young and guest Grier Cooper delve into the complexities of panic attacks, exploring their symptoms, root causes, and the personal journeys of those affected. Grier shares her own experiences with panic attacks and emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and personalized approaches to healing. The conversation highlights the significance of awareness, self-care, and the development of coping strategies to manage panic and anxiety. Listeners are encouraged to explore their inner worlds, build resilience, and seek connection and support in their healing journeys.

Takeaways

Clarity creates safety and safety opens the door to deeper healing.

Panic attacks can feel like you're dying, leading many to seek emergency help.

Understanding the root causes of panic is essential for effective healing.

Personal experiences with panic can shape one's approach to healing.

Taking agency for your healing journey is crucial.

Hidden factors like lack of self-care contribute to panic attacks.

Mapping panic profiles helps in personalizing healing strategies.

A five-step protocol can effectively interrupt panic attacks.

Building personal power involves knowing your tools and strategies.

There is hope for those struggling with panic; reaching out for help is vital.

Sound bites

"You can't give from an empty cup."

"There is hope, don't lose hope."

"You are not alone in your journey."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to NeuroAlchemy and Today's Topic

02:44 Understanding Panic Attacks

08:18 The Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery

13:04 Exploring Root Causes of Panic

18:56 Five-Step Protocol for Managing Panic Attacks

24:24 Building Personal Power and Resilience

31:02 Finding Hope and Connection in Healing

To get in contact with Grier:

Heal Panic Attacks Naturally ebook

Website: PanicFreeFormula.com

To explore more about NeuroSynergy:

www.neurosynergyhealth.com

Keywords

mindfulness, meditation, ancient science, modern science, focus, consciousness, transformation, self-awareness, spirituality, personal growth

Summary

The conversation explores the transformative power of focused meditation, highlighting the intersection of ancient and modern scientific principles. Guru Yogi Shivan emphasizes the importance of directing one's mind to alter perceptions and experiences, illustrating how meditation serves as a tool for personal growth and self-awareness.

Takeaways

When your mind is observed, the character of the matter will change.

Meditation is the bridge between ancient and modern science.

Focusing your mind can lead to transformation.

Learning to fix your mind on a subject is crucial.

The nature of reality can shift through focused attention.

Meditation enhances self-awareness and consciousness.

Ancient practices hold relevance in modern scientific understanding.

Mindfulness can change your perception of reality.

Personal growth is achievable through meditation.

The intersection of science and spirituality is profound.

Titles

Transforming Reality Through Focused Meditation

The Intersection of Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science

Sound bites

"Learn to focus your mind."

"This is what is called meditation."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ancient Healing Traditions

00:30 Transformative Healing Stories

Get in touch with Guru Yogi Shivan:

Indimasi Ayurvedic Healing Village offers Residential Retreats with Ayurveda and Siddha Treatments synthesized with Yoga, Meditation, and Kalari including organic food and serene accommodation.

Book your retreat here - https://indimasi.com/

Guru Yogi Shivan offers 1-on-1 personal consultation sessions. Read the details about Ask Yogi session here - https://yogispeaks.my.canva.site/askyogi

Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@IndimasiHealingVillage

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/indimasihealingvillage

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/indimasi.healingvillage/

Linkedin - https://in.linkedin.com/in/guru-yogi-shivan-244576274

Whatsapp - +91 62386 00274

In this conversation, Les and Dr. Sarah Young explore the dynamics of thoughts and energy, emphasizing how awareness of one's thoughts can influence social interactions and emotional intelligence. They discuss the importance of understanding the energy in a room and how it can aid in navigating complex social situations and counseling.

Takeaways:

• Thoughts are energy that can influence physical actions.
• Awareness of thoughts helps in reading social dynamics.
• Some individuals struggle to read the energy in a room.
• Understanding thoughts can aid in counseling and emotional intelligence.
• Predicting outcomes based on thought energy is possible.
• Navigating complicated spaces requires awareness of energy.
• Social dynamics are influenced by the collective energy in a room.
• Emotional intelligence is key in understanding social interactions.
• Counseling can benefit from awareness of thought energy.
• Reading the room is a skill that can be developed.

• The Energy of Thoughts: Navigating Social Dynamics
• Understanding Thought Energy in Social Interactions

• "thoughts move a whole lot faster than our physical body."
• "you can kind of predict a little bit about what is physically about to happen."
• "this kind of helps that in more complicated spaces."

To get in touch with Sunshine Monie El: https://linktr.ee/lesnobodiesbusiness?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy: A NeuroSynergy Podcast, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Saw Myint, a Burmese-Australian practitioner who has devoted much of her life to helping people better understand the mind, reduce emotional suffering, and cultivate inner stability through awareness.

Saw shares her personal story — from early caregiving to her own multidimensional healing journey — and how this led her to develop a simple, science-informed approach she calls self-mental healthcare. For her, healing isn’t about avoiding life’s challenges, but about learning how to observe the mind, soften emotional reactivity, and reconnect with the present moment.

Together, they explore:

• Why happiness and unhappiness shift so quickly — and how perception shapes both

• How memory, imagination, and old patterns often create more suffering than the present moment itself

• The value of presence, reflection, and grounded awareness in reducing emotional overwhelm

• How simple practices can support people dealing with stress, burnout, depression, or difficult life changes

• Why healing is an everyday practice, not a single breakthrough

Saw brings a heartfelt combination of lived experience, cultural wisdom, and practical tools designed to help people return to calm, clarity, and resilience. Her perspective is gentle, universal, and grounded in a desire to reduce suffering in a world that moves too fast.

Connect with Saw Myint:

https://www.facebook.com/share/1DD5wZwmsw/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Explore NeuroSynergy:

NeuroSynergyHealth.com

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy: A NeuroSynergy Podcast, we explore what healing looks like when it isn’t linear, glamorous, or instantaneous — but instead unfolds through quiet shifts, embodied presence, and the slow remembering of who we are.

Dr. Sarah Young is joined by Denise Elysa, a trauma-informed somatic practitioner, intuitive guide, and teacher whose work centers on helping people come home to their bodies with gentleness, truth, and deep inner listening.

Denise’s story is not about one defining moment or one modality that changed everything. It is about a decade of micro-moments — tiny inner openings — that gradually reshaped her relationship with her body, her intuition, and her identity. Her honesty will resonate deeply with anyone whose healing has felt layered, nonlinear, or hard to put into words.

Together, they explore:

• The lived reality of multidimensional healing

• How somatic awareness supports nervous system regulation

• Why intuition grows stronger when we stop forcing “breakthroughs”

• The small, accessible practices that help us soften, notice, and reconnect

• What hope looks like during seasons of exhaustion, grief, or transition

This conversation is spacious, grounded, and deeply human — a reminder that healing isn’t a single turning point, but a series of gentle returns to yourself.

Connect with Denise:

DeniseElysa.com

Explore NeuroSynergy:

NeuroSynergyHealth.com