ACEs, Trauma & Forgiveness ⚠️ Viewer Discretion Advised

In this episode of the Integrative Health Podcast, I speak with Dr. Gregory Williams about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how childhood trauma profoundly shapes long-term health. Dr. Williams shares his personal journey of surviving severe childhood sexual abuse and trafficking, and how he transformed his trauma into purpose to help others.We discuss the hidden prevalence of abuse, its devastating effects on physical and mental health, the process of forgiveness, and the failures of the foster care system in preventing trafficking. Dr. Williams emphasizes hope as a guiding principle for survivors and the broader community.⚠️ Sensitive Content Disclaimer: This episode discusses sexual abuse, trauma, and trafficking. It is intended for adult audiences only and may be distressing for some listeners.Dr. Jen talks with Dr. Gregory Williams about ACE scores, childhood trauma, long-term health consequences, forgiveness, and hope. Learn how trauma shapes lives and what recovery can look like.Dr. Gregory Williams is a national speaker, author, and member of the senior leadership team at Baylor College of Medicine. He shares his lived experience with childhood sexual abuse and trafficking to raise awareness, support survivors, and advocate for systemic reform in foster care and anti-trafficking measures.Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-gregory-williams-990695174/ PODCAST: Thank you for listening please subscribe and share! Shop supplements: https://healthybydrjen.shop/CHECK OUT a list of my Favorite products here: https://www.healthybydrjen.com/drjenfavoritesFOLLOW ME:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/integrativedrmom/Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/integrativedrmomYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@integrativedrmomFTC: Some links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product through one of them, I will receive a commission (at no additional cost to you).  I truly appreciate your support of my channel. Thank you for watching! Video is not sponsored.DISCLAIMER: This podcast does not contain any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment advice. Content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only.  For any medical or health related advice, please consult with a physician or other healthcare professionals. Further, information about specific products or treatments within this podcast are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.