Brain, Hope, Reality: PTSI not PTSD | Hosted by Dr. Eugene Lipov

In this episode of "Brain Hope Reality," Dr. Eugene Lipov welcomes Cinnamon Reiheld to discuss the profound impact of PTSD on first responders and their families. They explore the challenges faced by these heroes, the ripple effects of trauma, and the importance of support networks. Cinnamon shares her journey from being an outsider to becoming a dedicated advocate for first responders, highlighti...

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In this episode of "Brain, Hope, Reality," Dr. Eugene Lipov and special guest Jess Rabon explore the themes of death, dying, and healing through humor, all set against the vibrant backdrop of Día de los Muertos. Broadcasting from Mexico, they discuss personal experiences with trauma, the role of humor in therapy, and how cultural celebrations like Día de los Muertos can offer a positive perspectiv...

In this episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov sits down with Tom Davies, host of the "Proper Mental" podcast, to explore the depths of mental health challenges and the journey to overcoming them. Tom shares his personal experiences with anxiety and depression, offering insights into the transformative power of self-compassion, education, and curiosity. Together, they discuss practical st...

In this insightful episode, host Dr. Eugene Lipov welcomes special guest Sara Jahnke to discuss the intricate dynamics of PTSD and its impact on families. Dr. Lipov shares his personal journey from a childhood affected by his father's PTSD to his career in medicine, while Sara Jahnke provides her perspective on the psychological aspects and the importance of understanding secondary PTSD. Together,...

Sometimes healing doesn’t look like a long, complicated journey — sometimes it happens in a moment you never forget. In this episode of Brain Hope Reality , Michelle shares the story no parent ever imagines having to tell. For years, her daughter lived locked in fight-or-flight after an assault. They tried everything—therapy, medications, alternative treatments, endless searching for something tha...

Birth doula Ahna Mikl joins Dr. Lipov to share how trauma shows up in the female body — and how SGB may offer a new path to healing, fertility, and nervous system repair. - -  In this deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Eugene Lipov speaks with birth doula and regenerative health practitioner Ahna Mikl, who shares her own healing journey—and the profound impact of the Stellate Gangl...

Marine veteran and retired officer Juan Perez joins Dr. Lipov to talk identity, chaos, and why PTSD isn’t a life sentence — it’s an injury with a path to healing. - -  In this raw and revealing episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov sits down with Juan Perez, a Marine Corps veteran and retired Chicago police officer better known as JP, The Veteran Coach. A combat veteran of Afghanistan an...

Dr. Lipov and bestselling author Lauren Ungeldi discuss storytelling, neuroscience, and why hope — not stigma — should define how we talk about trauma. - - In this inspiring episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov welcomes Lauren Ungeldi — 10x bestselling author and Lipov's co-writer of the soon-to-be-released The God Shot — for a lively discussion about writing, healing, and the science o...

Functional medicine nutritionist Rachel Scheer joins Dr. Lipov to explore trauma, gut health, and the surprising science linking mental health to the microbiome. - -  In this science-rich episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov sits down with Rachel Scheer, a functional medicine nutritionist, public speaker, and founder of Rachel Scheer Nutrition. A former competitive bodybuilder, Scheer s...

Dr. Lipov sits down with world-record athlete and entrepreneur Stefi Cohen to talk trauma, treatment, and what it really takes to rewire the brain—and the system. - -  In this high-impact episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov is joined by powerhouse guest Dr. Stefi Cohen—a world-record-holding strength athlete, physical therapist, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate. Together, they...

Women’s coach Laisa Sol joins Dr. Lipov to explore healing through movement, breath, and self-discovery—and why mental health should never be a last resort. - - In this soul-centered episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov welcomes international women’s coach and retreat leader Laisa Sol ( https://www.instagram.com/laisa_sol/ ) for a deeply personal conversation about healing, embodiment,...

Filmmaker Gia Galligani joins Dr. Lipov to share how a friend’s treatment for PTSI became a documentary—and why changing one word could change how the world sees trauma - -  In this episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov welcomes filmmaker Gia Galligani, whose latest documentary project was sparked by witnessing close friends undergo treatment for PTSD at the Stella Center. Their journey—...

PTSD is treatable — and may be biologically reversible. Dr. Lipov joins journalist Bill Kubota to discuss science, stigma, and why renaming the condition could save lives. - -  In this special Veterans Day episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov is joined by journalist and fellow advocate Bill Kubota for a candid discussion on the urgent campaign to rename Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (P...

Can PTSD accelerate aging — and can reversing it make you biologically younger? Dr. Lipov talks with epigenetics expert Bobby Brooke about stress, longevity, and the power of measurable healing. - -  In this engaging episode of Brain, Hope, Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov speaks with Robert (Bobby) Brooke, CEO of the nonprofit Clock Foundation and collaborator with epigeneticist Dr. Steve Horvath. The c...

Dr. Eugene Lipov interviews Elizaveta Plechista, MD, Chief of Anesthesia, DOBROBUT, a private Ukrainian medical network of clinics and hospitals, about the lack of chronic pain management and under-diagnosis of PTSI in war-torn Ukraine.  - -  They discuss the potential of using stellate ganglion block (SGB) as a treatment for PTSI and the challenges of implementing it in Ukraine. They also touch o...

In Episode 8, Dr. Eugene Lipov welcomes Paul Blavin, a seasoned social venture entrepreneur, philanthropist and — over the last 10 years — he has harnessed the power of art to inspire hope, compel action, and ignite lasting impact. Paul is also a Board member of Erase PTSD Now! ( https://www.eraseptsdnow.org/ ) - -  The conversation in the episode focuses on the importance of mental health and the...

In this conversation, Dr. Eugene Lipov interviews Trevor Beaman, a former Special Forces soldier, about his experiences with post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI) and his journey towards healing. They discuss the concept of the wounded healer, the importance of hope in recovery, and the role of resilience in overcoming trauma. - - Lipov and his guest also explore the potential benefits of humor, exe...

Stephen W. Porges, Ph. D., a distinguished scientist at Indiana University where he is the Founding Director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He and Dr. Lipov discuss several topics that mostly center around the vagus nerve and the impact it can have on a person health.

Kateryna is Ukrainian who works with We Shield and Ukraine Friends, organizations that provide humanitarian help to front-line soldiers and civilians, in defense of Russia's unprovoked war with Ukraine. She is working with Dr. Lipov to provide mental health care to victims of trauma.

An in-depth discussion with Jen Satterly, CEO of All Secure Foundation and Virago, a platform for educating and inspiring Special Operations spouses and families. Jen is also the author of Arsenal of Hop e. Dr. Eugene Lipov discusses the need to change the name of PTSD to PTSI and various other topics related to PTSI, Trauma and Jen's Foundations.

Dr. Frank Ochberg is a psychiatrist, a pioneer in trauma science, an educator, and the editor of the first text on the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He is a graduate of Harvard and Johns Hopkins Medical School.

PROLOGUE: At certain points during this episode, you will learn about a movement to change the name associated with (and the way we think about) post-traumatic stress disorder — from PTSD to PTSI, from a diagnosis of a “disorder” to an “injury” model. The change would ultimately save so many lives and you could help effect that change. I invite you to take part in a letter-writing campaign to the...

Joining Dr. Lipov for Episode 1 is Brian Leblanc, a resident of Ottawa, Canada, where he lives with his spouse and two children. Brian is embarking on a new chapter in his life, as he transitions out of a 32-year career in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) — the last 24 years within the Canadian Special Operations Forces Command (CANSOFCOM). Over the last year, Brian has been focusing on his physica...