The Mind-Body Blueprint: How Body Symptoms Are Connected to Our Mental Health (Best Of)

In this episode, Lisa sits down with Dave Hompes, renowned author, nutritionist, and functional medicine practitioner, to explore the fascinating connection between the mind and body. Together, they dive into how mental health and physical symptoms are intertwined—looking at everything from nutrition and genetics to environmental influences and the stories people tell about their bodies. Dave shares insights from cases involving epilepsy, Autism Spectrum, Tourette syndrome, and more, helping therapists recognize subtle clues that point to mind-body correlations. This conversation invites clinicians to expand their lens, asking the right questions, noticing patterns beyond lab results, and integrating a holistic perspective into their work. Prepare to rethink mental health through the lens of the body—and discover how awareness of these connections can transform the way we support clients. Original Air Date: March 5, 2024 Podcast Resources: Synergetic Play Therapy Institute Synergetic Play Therapy Learning Website FREE Resources to support you on your play therapy journey Aggression in Play Therapy: A Neurobiological Approach to Integrating Intensity * If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcast,

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The Mind-Body Blueprint: How Body Symptoms Are Connected to Our Mental Health (Best Of) is an episode from Lessons from the Playroom by Lisa Dion.

This episode is 48:59 long.

This episode was published on Feb 24, 2026.

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