15 EASY PRACTICAL

BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA®
TOOLS FOR
PROFESSIONALS
by Dr. Aimie Apigian

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If you are a dedicated Professional seeking effective strategies to
support individuals impacted by the effects of trauma, it is essential
to have an arsenal of tools at your fingertips to specifically address
the impact of trauma on our client's body and their biology.

The following guide is for Professionals, sharing 15 of the most

available go-to tools and resources to implement with clients to
begin addressing a Biology of Trauma®. Professionals themselves
can apply these tools to become more self-regulated both in the
office, as well as have overall greater capacity in all areas of life.

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15 PRACTICAL BIOLOGY OF
TRAUMA® TOOLS FOR
PROFESSIONALS

I. Practical Tools That Support A Biology of

Trauma® To Accelerate The Healing Journey
1. Magnesium Calm
2. Tri-Magnesium Sleep
3. Tri- Magnesium Power
4. Smartweight Double Weighted Neck Scarf
5. Vitamin D
6. Cellular Energy Support
7. Cellular Energy Power
8. C60
9. Whole Body Vibration Plate
10. Castor Oil Pack
11. Apollo Neuro
12. Nervous System Tracker
13. Biochemical Imbalances Assessment
14. Methylation Status Assessment
15. Zinc

II. The Biology of Trauma® Framework

III. Holistic Curriculum

a. Parts Work
b. Somatic Work
c. Biology Work

IV. What Next?

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 PRACTICAL TOOLS THAT
SUPPORT A BIOLOGY OF
TRAUMA® TO ACCELERATE THE
HEALING JOURNEY

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 MAGNESIUM CALM
Magnesium Calm is composed of magnesium, which is
chelated to threonic acid (magnesium Lthreonate) and
can be a great support for depression. Depression can
be a result of a functional freeze state, due to trauma.
Depression symptoms have also been linked to low
magnesium levels. Researchers have found that adults,
ages 65 and under, showed a 22% greater risk of
developing depression as a result of those who have
had the lowest intake of magnesium.

> LINK TO MAGNESIUM CALM

Additionally, magnesium L threonate can assist in reducing

brain inflammation. Some immediate ways you can identify
brain inflammation in your clients is by their symptoms of brain
fog, decision fatigue, and sensitivity to lights and sounds. The
chelated magnesium in our Magnesium Calm is a highly
bioavailable form that crosses the blood-brain barrier, directly
supporting brain inflammation.

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TRI-MAGNESIUM SLEEP
If you have a client impacted by trauma who may
experience insomnia and general sleep issues, this can in
turn, rob the individual of essential repair and
restoration activities of the brain and body that normally
occur during quality sleep. Magnesium Sleep combines
three highly absorbable forms of magnesium, along with
nourishing botanicals to support relaxation, promoting
restful, restorative sleep.

> LINK TO TRI-MAGNESIUM SLEEP

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TRI-MAGNESIUM POWER
Magnesium is one of the most common nutrient
deficiencies in those with chronic stress or
trauma patterns. Magnesium is vital to help clear
out oxidative stress and free oxygen radical. Tri-
Magnesium is a powder made of multi forms of
chelated magnesium.

Given the symptoms of gut

inflammation that those with
chronic stress and trauma
can have, this form of
chelated magnesium is the
best, and can more easily be
absorbed by the digestive
tract.

> LINK TO TRI-MAGNESIUM POWDER

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SMARTWEIGHT
DOUBLE-WEIGHTED NECK SCARF

This popular tool is so effective for easily supporting and

regulating the nervous system. It offers deep touch
pressure which can simulate the sensation of feeling
containment, a body based somatic exercise, that
provides the feeling of a felt sense of safety, present,
and grounded. This is a tool that is widely used,
including by me, to keep the body from going into the
freeze response* (an overwhelm to the nervous system,
often causing people to freeze, slow down, and feel
immobilized, lethargic, hopeless, and trapped) or, to
provide safety and comfort when one's body is in an
active freeze response.

> LINK TO SMARTWEIGHT SCARF

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 > LINK TO IMMUNE VIT. D POWER

VITAMIN D FOR
IMMUNE SYSTEM SUPPORT
Vitamin D is one of the most common deficiencies in
those with chronic stress and trauma patterns, and is
critical for the growth and function of the immune
system. Studies show that those low in Vitamin D have
higher perceptions of stress (the feelings or thoughts
they have about how much stress they are under).
Vitamin D plays an important role in the modulation
of the inflammation system and low levels can be a
result of chronic inflammation, which contributes to
an autoimmune path. This Vitamin D supplement is a
highly absorbable form of vitamin D3, alongside
vitamins K1 and K2, as well as geranylgeraniol (GG)
which help with absorption.

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CELLULAR ENERGY POWER
Through the Biology of Trauma® lens, the freeze
response is an energy problem. How we can
support that, is by giving the body energy, time
and safety, all necessary to come out of this
overwhelmed state. We can easily start with
addressing a chronic functional freeze by bringing
energy into the system.

CELLULAR ENERGY
POWER is cellular energy
support in a supplement,
designed specifically to
support mitochondria,
the energy factories in
our cells. This is a
powerful tool for a
chronic pattern of
functional freeze, along
with integrating a felt
sense of safety, and
required time.

> LINK TO CELLULAR

ENERGY POWER

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CELLULAR ENERGY SUPPORT
is another essential tool, accessible for those who
are experiencing a daily sympathetic stress
response, whether or not they go into freeze,
which can often result from the overwhelm of the
sympathetic response. To support one staying
with, and completing the cycle of the stress
response, we can take our mitochondrial and
energy production support to the next level, by
adding Cellular Energy Support.

> LINK TO CELLULAR

ENERGY SUPPORT

The Rhodiola used in our Cellular Energy Support

provides the additional support that is needed for
the adrenal glands to process this stress.

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C60 - A PRODUCT TO
ADDRESS OXIDATIVE STRESS
FOR TRAUMA RECOVERY

The trauma response tends to create even higher

levels of unwanted oxidative stress in the body.
Additionally, inflammation and biochemical
imbalances (also caused by trauma), cause oxidative
stress that remains in the system when one is in the
sympathetic or freeze state. This causes free radical
damage to our mitochondria, and decreases our
energy. It is vital that this gets cleaned up to restore
our body's ability to heal. C60 is a very powerful
antioxidant that can increase energy and improve
mental clarity due to its antioxidant properties that
help to protect cells from free radicals.

> LINK TO C60

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WHOLE BODY VIBRATION PLATE
This whole body support can be a game changer,
helping metabolize stored adrenaline in the
tissues, which is caused by past stress responses
and trauma events. The Whole Body Vibration
Plate supports healthy lymphatic flow, important
for the optimal functioning of immune responses,
as well as energy and the digestive systems. Many
people report that it helps shift their body to
parasympathetic, the optimal nervous system
state, in the moment!

> LINK TO VIBRATION PLATE

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CASTOR OIL PACK - LIVER
DETOX AND DRAINAGE
This simple tool conveniently aids in opening up
the liver and gallbladder for detoxification, as
well as encourages lymphatic drainage. The
process of the CASTOR OIL PACK activates touch
receptors that shift the autonomic nervous
system into the parasympathetic state. People
generally poop better, sleep more restfully and
feel better overall with castor oil packs, as a
gentle, safe, and relaxing way to support your
health.

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APOLLO NEURO
Apollo Neuro is the ultimate in stress-relieving
technology. This device is the first scientifically
validated wearable technology that actively promotes
sleep, relaxation, focus and calm using a novel touch
therapy that signals safety to the brain through
vibration. Apollo can activate the emotional pathway of
touch, that can offer gentle support by providing
soothing sensations, reminding individuals of their
sense of safety and comfort. It can be worn on either
your wrist or ankle.

> LINK TO APOLLO NEURO

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NERVOUS SYSTEM TRACKER
One tool that is key to uncovering trauma patterns
in the body is tracking the nervous system. By using
symptoms to identify which nervous system state
your clients are in throughout the day, is how we
can start to see patterns: whether someone has a
pattern of sympathetic dominance, or overwhelm,
freeze dominance. Once we are able to identify their
patterns, we can then customize a plan for each
client.

Use this Nervous System Tracker as an ideal tool

to recognize the patterns in your clients.

BIOCHEMICAL IMBALANCES TEST

We have found that clients impacted by trauma,
commonly have at least one of the following
biochemical imbalances, which are often overlooked.
These imbalances are caused by nutrient deficiencies
which result in a variety of mood symptoms and can
impact the functioning of the neurotransmitters.
An under or over-methylation status
Excess copper
Pyroluria
Low zinc
Assessing these imbalances is a crucial piece in one’s
trauma-healing journey. Bringing in the appropriate
support for these biochemical imbalances can expand
the client's overall capacity, and an opportunity to add
in additional tools that may have previously felt too
overwhelming. This metabolic panel assesses for all of
the necessary biochemical imbalances: DHA Metabolic
Panel Test.

*For expert support in evaluating and treatment of these results, your client can collaborate with Dr.
Aimie Apigian and one of her Trauma Informed Trained Health Coaches, or through a Practitioner in her
Professional Biology Of Trauma Network Directory, at Trauma Healing Accelerated,

As your client's Practitioner, please also reference Biology Of Trauma Framework and Holistic Curriculum
for further education.

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 METHYLATION STATUS TEST
Depression and anxiety are only a few symptoms
that fall under the two categories of Methylation
Status: under-methylators and over-methylators.
It is important to know which methylation status
your client falls under.

Methylation cannot be tested just by looking at

one’s genetics or MTHFR gene SNPs, though It is
also important to determine if this gene
expression is actually turned on. There are distinct
sets of traits for each methylation category, and
often just by having the knowledge and looking at
these traits, you and your client will be able to
determine if they are an under-methylator or an
over-methylator.

Please refer to this informative resource guide to

the 3 Most Common Biochemical Imbalances

ZINC PICOLINATE
Zinc deficiency is another of the most common
deficiencies found in those with a mood disorder.
Until there is clarity whether there is an imbalance,
25 mg of Zinc Picolinate is a safe recommended
dose for everyone to take until they get their
biochemical imbalances tested and know if they
have a deficiency, a copper excess, or pyroluria - all
of which would require a higher dose. Here is a
Zinc Deficiency Protocol

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THE BIOLOGY OF TRAUMA®
FRAMEWORK

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The Biology of Trauma® framework suggests that trauma is
stored in the body - the nervous system, as well as on a
cellular level, creating disease and illness. In order to heal
chronic diseases and physical illness patterns - specific and
intentional trauma work is often needed.

Our model uses both the Polyvagal approach and

Functional Medicine, to be able to identify the underlying
physical patterns, rather than trying to diagnose and only
treat symptoms, oftentimes leaving the client with unresolved
patterns. Once we become aware of the workings of the
trauma-disease connection, we can then address the
downstream effects of how trauma presents itself in our
clients’ bodies.

We first recognize the trauma patterns that a client presents,

and then we identify the underlying reasons for these trauma
patterns, so we can bring in the appropriate repair tools.

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HOLISTIC CURRICULUM

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Through the Biology of Trauma® lens, we look at a
comprehensive Holistic approach to Trauma. We integrate 3
essential pieces to bring health to the mind and body for
regulation of the autonomic nervous system. Addressing
biology alone will never be enough. Therapy by itself will
never be enough. Focusing on the body’s sensations will also
never be enough unto itself.

It is the integration of all three pieces working together,

personalized to an individual’s patterns and biology is
what's essential. This is why we bring in the following tools
to support our clients.

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PARTS WORK

The concept of Parts Work is derived from Internal Family

Systems, in which unresolved parts of ourselves from our
past, get internalized. These parts show up as external
behavior patterns, self-talk, and beliefs about oneself,
others, and the world. These parts take on different roles
(critic, judge, shame, etc.), often in conflict with each other.
Especially when there is childhood trauma, parts of us get
stuck in behavior patterns that originated in order to protect
us, helping us avoid any future trauma event. Unfortunately,
these patterns continue to play out in our lives as adults.

Working with one’s parts empowers the client to see

themselves as the complex whole system that they are, and
in discovering the True Self, bringing in compassion and
support to these young parts that never received what they
needed. Parts integration is indispensable to achieve better
internal regulation.

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SOMATIC WORK

Somatic exercises are a powerful way

to transcend the thinking brain and
connect directly with the nervous
system through body-based
sensations. All too often we keep our
minds busy to avoid sitting with, and
feeling, these sensations in our bodies.
We must establish a sense of safety in
our bodies in order to allow for trauma
to process. We do that by changing our
inner experience, and learning how to
expand our capacity to feel these
sensations. The starting point is by
bringing in somatic work through The
21-Day Journey. The 21DJ teaches
foundational somatic exercises and
principles to individuals by first
offering the experience of a felt sense
of safety. This is followed by practices
that provide support for themselves,
and then for preparing them to step
into expansion. These exercises are
intentionally designed in sequence to
move the nervous system to a calm
parasympathetic state. It supports
clients by developing an awareness of,
and connection with, their own bodies.
It also helps clients to understand how
to titrate uncomfortable sensations
and feelings, so they are able to
increase their tolerance for them
without going into overwhelm.

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BIOLOGY WORK

The 3rd essential piece to this framework is one's biology,

and we must not overlook this piece when addressing
trauma. Trauma certainly impacts one’s biology in major
ways and can often fill in missing pieces to support healing
a client's trauma from this holistic approach.

The Biology of Trauma® program specializes in bringing

the science into this healing process.

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 WHAT NEXT?

It's no secret that there is a mental health and

chronic illness crisis building in our country and
throughout the world. Individuals are struggling to
find effective tools to heal.

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Becoming a Biology of Trauma® Professional can give you a
comprehensive approach in supporting your clients who have been
impacted by trauma and chronic illness.

The 21-Day Journey + Introduction To All Parts of Me, comprises

these two foundational courses that will allow you to experience
somatic work and parts work firsthand, learning for yourself how to
establish a felt sense of safety and support in the body, in all
circumstances. These invaluable skills will serve you as a more
regulated Professional, as well as being able to pass these skills on to
your clients! From there, the following 6 Biology of Trauma® modules
will guide you safely and effectively through the healing journey - to
serve yourself and your clients in a greater capacity.

Biology of Freeze & Overwhelm

Biology of Grief & Heart Shocks
Biology of Attachment & Neurodevelopment
Biology of Stress & Anxiety
Biology of Letting Go
Biology of Healing

At the Professional certificate level, you

experience the full Biology of Trauma®
journey to healing in order to understand
how to best support your clients. Upon
completion, you have the option to
continue at the Advanced Professional
certificate level to deepen your
understanding and application of the
materials. We provide advanced
practitioners with clinical cases,
assessments, protocols and more.

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At the Professional certificate level, you will experience the full
Biology of Trauma® journey to healing in order to understand how to
best support your clients. Upon completion, you will have the option
to continue at the Advanced Professional certificate level to deepen
your understanding and application of the materials. We provide
Advanced Professionals with clinical cases, assessments, protocols,
and more.

The Biology of Trauma® Professional certificate training 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!

If you would like a deeper understanding of the professional

certificate training program, I invite you to get access to my free 3
video training for professionals. In this 3-Part Biology of Trauma®
Professional Training, you will get a greater understanding of why
these steps must be taken with clients in the right order, the
difference between stress and trauma, and why this is so important
for your work with others. Click the link below to get access to your
free training!

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