When unresolved trauma lingers in our bodies, it often manifests as chronic health issues or diseases like cancer. The medical community is beginning to recognize the powerful connection between trauma, ACE scores, and long-term health risks. With trauma-informed care being integrated into medical practices, we’re witnessing a shift toward holistic healing—something that many in the healing community have known for years. This breakthrough brings us closer to addressing the root causes of illness, not just the symptoms.
In this episode, Elisabeth and Jennifer sit down with Dr. Aleksandra Filipovic, a medical doctor, oncologist, and scientist in cancer cell biology, who is pioneering holistic treatments for cancer and immune-related conditions. She shares how ACE scores impact both personal health and society, how nervous system regulation can change the trajectory of chronic illness, and why understanding trauma’s role in disease is crucial for healing.
Dr. Filipovic also opens up about her personal journey with chronic illness and how it led her to develop a trauma-informed approach that integrates nervous system regulation into oncology and holistic care. The discussion highlights the importance of reframing our view of chronic disease—not as a failure of the body, but as a call for healing.
🔑 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
✔ How unresolved trauma affects the nervous system and immune function
✔ The science behind ACE scores and their link to chronic diseases like cancer
✔ Why trauma-informed care is the future of medicine
✔ How nervous system regulation can support healing and recovery
*📌 Chapters:*
00:00 – Introduction: How Trauma Shapes Health
00:37 – The Shocking ACE Score Statistics
01:17 – The Link Between Trauma and Cancer
01:51 – Why Oncology Needs Trauma-Informed Care
02:22 – Meet Our Guest: A Doctor’s Journey with Trauma & Cancer
03:51 – Understanding Trauma Beyond Physical Events
07:28 – How Trauma Affects the Nervous System & Disease Risk
10:40 – Emotional Neglect: The Invisible Trauma
12:53 – The Hidden Impact of Emotional Abuse
17:20 – When Trauma Manifests as Physical Symptoms
18:53 – Gut Health, Trauma & The Body’s Early Warnings
20:02 – The Role of Shame & Stress in Chronic Illness
22:25 – Self-Abandonment and Its Link to Disease
26:28 – Why Nervous System Healing is Essential
28:23 – Slow Healing is Deep Healing
30:58 – The Importance of Nervous System Regulation
34:40 – Bringing Trauma Awareness into Medical Practice
38:09 – The Future of Trauma-Informed Healthcare
44:19 – How to Start Your Own Healing Journey
46:01 – Why Chronic Illness Can Be a Wake-Up Call
52:03 – A New Approach to Cancer Treatment
*🔎 Watch now to learn:*
✔ How trauma impacts your nervous system & immune system
✔ The hidden health effects of childhood neglect & emotional abuse
✔ Why trauma-informed healthcare is the future of medicine
✔ Practical steps to start healing your nervous system
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To learn more about Dr. Aleksandra Filipovic’s holistic practice, head to The H.E.A.L. Clinic’s website here: https://www.thehealclinic.com/
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