Dr. Laurel Mellin, renowned health psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of Emotional Brain Training (EBT), recently appeared on The Natural Health Rising Podcast. In this enlightening episode, Dr. Mellin delves into her groundbreaking work on rewiring the brain to transform stress into joy, unlocking optimal health and higher purpose.
During the conversation, Dr. Mellin shares:
- Her journey into health psychology and the inspiration behind EBT
- Insights into how emotional circuits in the amygdala drive overeating and other stress-related behaviors
- How EBT’s integrative approach—featuring small groups, app support, and telephone coaching—sets it apart from traditional psychotherapy
- The five levels of brain stress and their influence on emotions and memory
- Comparisons between EBT and other therapies like EMDR for trauma recovery
- Practical EBT tools, like the Cycle Tool, to help spiral out of stress into joy and gratitude
Listeners will also gain practical advice for addressing emotional eating and achieving lasting weight loss.
Discover how EBT is redefining the path to emotional wellness and resilience. Tune into the episode here.