Epstein-Barr, Trauma & Autoimmune Disease: The Missing Link?

If you are like most women with autoimmune disease, you've been taught to manage symptoms. But what happens when you start asking why the body became sick in the first place? In this episode of The Health Bridge Podcast, Holly Beck sits down with Dr. Lisa Koche to explore the deeper root causes behind autoimmune disease, chronic fatigue, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), nervous system dysregulation, emotional stress, and burnout. Dr. Lisa shares her incredible personal journey through leukemia, chemotherapy, heart failure, Hashimoto's, chronic viral illness, and ultimately discovering functional and integrative medicine. Together, Holly and Dr. Lisa unpack the connection between trauma, stress, mitochondrial health, emotional suppression, and chronic illness — especially in women. This conversation covers: • Epstein-Barr virus and autoimmune disease • Chronic fatigue and nervous system dysregulation • Functional medicine and root-cause healing • Trauma, perfectionism, and people-pleasing patterns • Mitochondrial health and inflammation • Emotional and spiritual healing • Mind-body healing approaches for lupus and chronic illness • Why symptoms may be messages from the body • Practical daily shifts to support healing naturally If you've been struggling with lupus, chronic fatigue syndrome, Hashimoto's, autoimmune flares, burnout, or feeling dismissed in your healing journey, this episode will leave you feeling empowered, seen, and hopeful. Connect with Holly: Instagram:  @health_bridge_coaching Apply for a Healing Breakthrough Session: https://tidycal.com/workwithhollyb/breakthrough-call Connect with Dr. Lisa: Website: Website: DrLisaKoche.comInstagram:  @DrLisaKoche Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your healthcare routine.