Healing Hearts, Healing Bodies

Unlocking the Attachment-Health Connection

A Free Virtual Summit

February 5-11, 2025

Why This Summit is Different

This summit offers a roadmap for change.

Most summits inspire you, but leave you without direction.

Not this one.

Instead, this groundbreaking Summit is:

  • ✨ Bridge Two Worlds: Early Attachment and Physical Health

  • Provide the science on how our physical health directly connects to one’s early relationships and attachment...and what that means for you

  • ✨ Not Just Interviews

  • Gain access to guided exercises, workshops and case studies to know how to apply the knowledge

  • ✨ Experts From Multiple Fields

  • Discover the practical way to integrate multiple modalities and strategies that foster deep healing for faster breakthroughs in both emotional and physical well-being

Who You Will Learn From

  • Dr. Aimie Apigian

    Founder and CEO of Biology of Trauma®

    Attachment and Neurodevelopment Trainings, Case Studies and Guided Exercises

  • Dr. Gabor Maté

    Renowned Addiction Expert, Speaker and Author

    Grief, Trauma and When and Why the Body Says No​

  • Dr. Peter Levine

    Founder of Somatic Experiencing

    Attachment Stored in the Tissues, Syndromes, and Somatic Experiencing​

  • Richard C. Schwartz, PhD

    American systemic family therapist, academic, author, and creator of the Internal Family Systems branch of therapy

    Parts and Chronic Illness​

  • Dr. Stephen Porges

    American psychophysiologist, founder of the Polyvagal Theory and creator of the Safe and Sound Protocol

    Polyvagal Theory and Attachment​

  • Dr. Diane Poole-Heller

    Therapist, author, and leading expert in Adult Attachment Theory and Models, trauma resolution, and integrative healing

    The Biology of Secure Attachment​

  • Irene Lyon, MSC

    Nervous system specialist and somatic neuroplasticity expert

    Chronic Functional Freeze from Common Childhood Parenting Mistakes​

  • Jodi Cohen

    Bestselling author, award-winning journalist, functional practitioner and founder of Vibrant Blue Oils

    Applied Neuroscience For Creating An Immediate Sense of Safety After Fear & Loss​

  • Reed Davis

    Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Certified Nutritional Therapist

    Metabolic Chaos as a Result of Chronic Stress and Trauma from Childhood​

  • Alex Howard

    Author and Chairman of The Optimum Health Clinic

    Attachment, Childhood, Chronic Fatigue​

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This is for You If…

You’r a Self-Help Individual or Caregiver Who…

  • Wants a deeper understanding of themselves and how to change their emotional reactions and physical health symptoms

  • Is ready to explore your early life and how that might still be impacting your life and health today.

  • Wants a clear path forward to address the root cause more than just meditation or medication

  • Wants practical tools to repair even the deepest wounds without relying solely on talk therapy

You Are a Professional…

  • A health, wellness or mental health professional

    like: psychologists, therapist, counselor, social worker, somatic and body workers. nutritionists, physicians, nurse practitioners, chiropractors, or physical therapists

  • Value an integrative approach of multiple modalities

  • Want practical, science-based mind and body-based tools to help clients overcome trauma and attachment wounds that still impact them today

  • Want to deepen your own understanding and personal practice for your personal resilience

Summit Topics Covered

    • “The 3 Critical Gaps From Early Childhood You May Be Missing- Attachment, Neurodevelopment, and How To Recognize and Fix What Went Wrong” a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • "The Stored Muscle Memory Of Powerlessness" -  a conversation with Peter Levine

    • “The Rope Test” - a simple test for attachment style with Dr. Aimie

    • "Assessing Attachment-Related Trauma" - a case study with Dr. Aimie

    • Global High Intensity Activation - with Laura Bautista

    • “Polyvagal Theory and Attachment” - a conversation with Dr. Stephen Porges 

    • "How I Numbed My Feelings After Childhood Trauma and Attachment Patterns” a personal connection with Dr. Aimie

    • “Chronic Functional Freeze from Common Childhood Parenting Mistakes” - a conversation with Dr. Irene Lyon

    • “Early Life Heart Shocks, Impact on Mind, Body and Parts” - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • "How To Differentiate Between A Strong Pull To The Freeze Response vs. GHIA" - with Dr. Aimie

    • “Presentation of Clients with Global High Intensity Action” - a training led by Becky Dawson and Anne Connor

    • "The Link Between Attachment and Autoimmunity" - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • “Assessing Neurodevelopmental Gaps & Tummy Time” - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • “Tummy Crawl Assessment” - a case study with Dr. Aimie

    • “The Biology of Secure Attachment” - a conversation with Diane Poole-Heller

    • “Supporting the Level Midbrain” - a training led by Becky Dawson and Anne Connor

    • "Attachment and IBS" - with Dr. Aimie

    • “Metabolic Chaos as a Result of Chronic Stress and Trauma from Childhood” - a conversation with Reed Davis

    • “Attachment, Childhood, Chronic Fatigue” - a conversation with Alex Howard

    • "6 Attachment Pains and Their Common Health Issues" - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • “Parts and Chronic Illness” - a conversation with Dick Schwartz

    • "Grief and Attachment Trauma" - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • “Grief and Trauma” - a conversation with Dr. Gabor Maté

    • “Working with the Parts of Us that Gets Stuck in Grief” - with Kimberly Erickson

    • “Attachment Pains and Adaptive Parts” - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • "Using the NARM Style Assessments to Assess Trauma Patterns" - a case study with Dr. Aimie

    • “Attachment Adaptations: What Are They, What Do They Mean” with Dr. Aimie

    • “Cravings and Addictions: Insights Into Our Biochemistry” - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • “Emotional Eating and Grief and Attachment” - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • “Applied Neuroscience For Creating An Immediate Sense of Safety After Fear & Loss” - a conversation with Jodi Cohen

    • “Working with Syndromes through Somatic Experiencing” - a conversation with Peter Levine

    • “A Guided Somatic Mind-Body Dialogue For Repairing Attachment” - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • "Trauma Work & Window of Tolerance" - a training led by Becky Dawson and Anne Connor

    • “The 3 Elements to Increasing Capacity” - a training led by Dr. Aimie

    • “The Essential Sequence to Addressing Stored Trauma in the Body” - a masterclass with Dr. Aimie

    • “Learn When and Why the Body Says No” - a conversation with Dr. Gabor Maté

Meet Your Host

Aimie Apigian, MD MS MPH 

Double-board certified in Preventive and Addiction Medicine with Masters degrees in biochemistry and public health, Dr. Aimie is a leading authority on how the body experiences and holds fear, pain and overwhelm and contributes to chronic health challenges. Her work offers a science-backed approach to uncovering and addressing the root causes of these issues, equipping participants with tools to create profound shifts in their lives and practices.

Dr. Aimie’s mission is deeply personal. While still in medical school, she became a foster parent and later adopted her son, witnessing firsthand how unresolved trauma impacts development, relationships, and health. Her journey took on new urgency when she faced her own health crisis in her 30s, inspiring her to seek solutions that went beyond traditional medicine.

In this summit, Dr. Aimie combines her medical expertise with her personal story, creating an accessible and compassionate space for learning and growth. She serves as a guide, offering practical tools and actionable insights to help participants reimagine what’s possible for themselves and those they serve.

As the creator of the Biology of Trauma® framework, a podcast host, and a global speaker, Dr. Aimie collaborates with world-renowned experts to bring cutting-edge knowledge to her audiences. She leads individuals and practitioners through programs designed to address stored trauma at its core, fostering new opportunities for balance, connection, and vitality.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • You’ll explore how attachment and trauma impact emotional and physical health and gain science-backed tools to create safety, strengthen connections, and support well-being—whether for yourself, your family, or your clients.

  • Not at all. The summit is designed to provide foundational insights and advanced strategies, making it valuable for both newcomers and those with experience in these topics.

  • The summit sessions are pre-recorded. Depending on your pass, you may have access to the recordings for a limited time or ongoing access, allowing you to watch at your convenience and engage at your own pace.

  • Plan for about 1-2 hours daily to engage with the expert presentations and explore how the tools and insights can fit into your life or work.

  • The summit presentations are pre-recorded, so there won’t be live interactions. However, the content is curated to provide clear, actionable insights that address the most common questions and challenges.

  • This summit focuses on the biological impact of trauma and attachment, offering actionable tools that go beyond traditional approaches. Whether you’re an individual, a caregiver, or a professional, the strategies presented are designed to support meaningful, lasting changes.

  • This summit is for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of how attachment and trauma impact emotional and physical well-being, whether in their personal lives or professional practice.

    • For Practitioners and Professionals: Therapists, doctors, coaches, and wellness professionals will gain cutting-edge tools and insights that may have never been covered in traditional training. These strategies will help you better support your clients while expanding your expertise in addressing the root causes of health and emotional challenges.

    • For Parents and Caregivers: If you’re looking to foster healthier relationships and create a secure environment for your loved ones, this summit provides practical strategies to navigate attachment challenges and nurture emotional well-being in your family.

    • For Individuals on a Personal Journey: Whether you’re navigating chronic health concerns, emotional overwhelm, or unresolved experiences, this summit offers actionable tools and science-backed insights to help you find balance and deepen the connection between your mind and body.

    This summit brings together world-renowned experts to share knowledge and tools that are both accessible and transformative for everyone, no matter their background or experience.

  • The tools and insights are practical and adaptable. You’ll discover strategies for nervous system regulation, addressing attachment challenges, and fostering stronger relationships—skills that can benefit your personal life, family dynamics, or professional practice.

  • Yes, the approaches are designed to be versatile, supporting diverse needs such as navigating chronic health concerns, emotional challenges, or relational patterns.

  • Not at all. While practitioners can integrate these insights into their work, individuals and caregivers will also find the tools accessible and easy to apply in their own lives.

  • Absolutely! The strategies and insights are meant to be shared—whether with family, friends, or colleagues—so you can help foster understanding and growth in your circles.