Fascia, ADHD and The Power to Heal: A Conversation with Simone Fortier

In this week’s episode of the What Happens in Vagus podcast, we are joined by Simone Fortier, the Founder of the Fascia Training Institute, who shares her incredible journey of self-healing and discovery. Simone begins by recounting her childhood experiences as a neurodivergent individual with hypermobility, a condition that caused her to walk into walls, trip easily, and suffer from multiple concussions—something that continued into her adult life. Despite presenting her symptoms to various doctors, mild traumatic brain injuries were never considered, leaving her with unanswered questions and lingering health issues.Empowered by this challenging journey, Simone took her healing into her own hands, ultimately learning how to treat her body. She dives deep into an explanation of fascia, explaining what it is and how it functions in the body, as well as the techniques she developed over the years to treat fascia effectively.The conversation then shifts to nutrition's important role in health and healing. Simone shares a heartfelt story about working with two young boys with ADHD, guiding them through her program and watching their commitment to healing unfold. She also touches on her research into neurotransmitters and various types of ADHD, highlighting the complexities of the condition.The episode wraps up with Simone discussing how listeners can find her and her work, along with the release of her new book, Rise Up. This conversation is packed with valuable insights into fascia, neurodivergence, and the power of self-empowerment in the healing process.Learn more about Simone - Simone Fortier is a best-selling author, renowned teacher,  ADHD Consultant, manual therapist, and visionary with 30 years of experience; she is a best-selling author in the book “Rise Up” co-authored with Lisa Nichols.Simone's expertise, which spans clinical trials and case studies on brain nutrition, innovative healing programs, and transformative therapy for professional athletes, Olympic Athletes, kids, and healthcare practitioners, has significantly impacted the field of healing and personal transformation.Founding the Fascia Training Institute, Simone has revolutionized treatments in brain nutrition and Pain Management, providing hope and relief for those suffering from neurological distress and chronic pain. Her intuitive therapy sessions, backed by science, target the root causes of suffering, facilitating recovery and relief.A prolific author, Simone’s works, including How to Beat Brain Burps and How to Heal Plantar Fasciitis, Beyond the Impact: Mastering Headache Relief, and Brain Restoration After Concussion, and her forthcoming title, Concussion Recovery Guide, promise to enrich lives with practical wellness strategies. Check out her websites here: www.simonefortier.com  & www.fasciatraininginstitute.com/brain-health-assessmentFollow Dr. Stephanie on Instagram here.Follow Dr. Stephanie's Functional Medicine Clinic - Vagus ClinicCheck out our new website hereLet us know your thoughts on this episode hereLet us know your thoughts on this episode hereFor any further information, feel free to email us at [email protected].  Our team is happy to help.  We offer 20-minute complimentary health calls, and you can sign up for one here.