In this episode of the DanSun Health podcast, Daniel Sundahl interviews Dr. Vanessa Ebertz, an acupuncturist specializing in trauma healing. They discuss the profound effects of ear acupuncture on mental health, addiction recovery, and overall well-being. Vanessa shares her journey into acupuncture, the science behind its effectiveness, and the importance of integrating alternative healing methods into traditional therapy. The conversation highlights the Ear Acupuncture Resilience Program developed for first responders, showcasing its positive impact on PTSD and stress levels. Vanessa emphasizes the need for open-mindedness in healing and the importance of self-care practices.Takeaways• Acupuncture can effectively address trauma and PTSD symptoms.• Ear acupuncture serves as a microsystem for the entire body.• The NADA protocol is a recognized method for addiction recovery.• Acupuncture helps restore balance and homeostasis in the body.• Self-care practices are essential for mental health and well-being.• The Vagus nerve plays a crucial role in regulating stress responses.• Community support and alternative therapies can enhance recovery.• Acupuncture is both an art and a science, allowing for creative treatment approaches.• Therapy should be as common as visiting a dentist.• Being open to various healing modalities can lead to profound changes.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Acupuncture and Trauma Healing02:48 Vanessa Ebertz's Journey into Acupuncture05:39 Community Impact: Acupuncture After Natural Disasters07:45 Research and Development in Ear Acupuncture10:42 Understanding the Mechanism: How Ear Acupuncture Works13:56 Acupuncture and Addiction Recovery19:32 The NADA Protocol: A Lifeline for Substance Abuse22:36 Acupuncture for Sleep and Stress Management28:28 Balancing Energy: Acupuncture for Weight Loss and Fatigue30:00 Nourishing the Spleen: The Impact of Diet on Digestion33:55 Acupuncture and Trauma: A Holistic Approach to Healing39:58 The Ear Acupuncture Resilience Program: A Study in Effectiveness44:08 Self-Care Practices: Nourishing the Mind and Body48:39 Creativity in Acupuncture: The Art and Science of Healing51:34 Finding Help: Embracing Therapy and Alternative Healing MethodsLinksDr. Vanessa Ebertzhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-ebertz-27224a355/?originalSubdomain=ca● Acupuncturists Without Borders (AWB) https://acuwithoutborders.org/ ● YYC Acupuncture Relief Project https://www.facebook.com/YYCAcupunctureReliefProject/ ● National Acupuncture Detox Association (NADA) https://acudetox.com/ ○ Film: Dope is Death: The story of how The Black Panthers & Young Lords brought ear acupuncture detox treatment to the Bronx in the 1970s to combat Heroin addiction for their community https://burnsfilmcenter.org/booking/dope-is-death/?utm_source=chatgpt.com ● Auricular Trauma Protocol (ATP) https://hmieducation.com/pub/publications/hmi_5429a6e797d46.pdf ● Ear Acupuncture Resilience Program (EAR): https://earacupunctureresilience.com/ ● Wayfound Mental Health Group Acupuncture: https://www.wayfound.ca/acupuncture ● Blue Frog Wellness: https://bluefrogwellness.ca/ ● Blue Frog Wellness Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlueFrogWellness ● Daniel Levatin: https://www.daniellevitin.com/ (All of his work is interesting!) ○ Book: I Heard there was a Secret Cord: https://wwnorton.com/books/i-heard-there-was-a-secret-chord