The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show

Resetting the Nervous System

In this episode of the Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show, we dive deep into groundbreaking approaches for treating PTSD, anxiety, and depression with Dr. John How, an emergency physician turned mental health advocate. Dr. How introduces us to the Stellate Ganglion Block, a powerful and non-invasive procedure that's transforming how we manage trauma and mental health without relying solely on medications.

We explore:

• What the Stellate Ganglion Block is and how it works
• Its effectiveness in treating PTSD, depression, and anxiety
• The connection between the autonomic nervous system and mental health
• How Dr. How’s personal journey with burnout and trauma led him to discover this life-changing procedure
• The future of mental health treatments, including ketamine and regenerative medicine

If you or someone you love struggles with mental health challenges, this episode offers insight into innovative treatments that can provide long-term relief.

Who is Dr. John How?

Dr. John How is an accomplished board certified emergency medicine physician with a passion for healing trauma and aging in both the mind and the body. 

He is the founder, and medical director of The How Clinic in Encinitas, CA where the focus is on treating the root cause of his patient’s problems.  He and his team at The How Clinic use traditional and functional medicine combined with cutting edge treatments for pain and injury to combat the symptoms and causes of trauma and aging.  These treatments include nerve hydrodissection, regenerative medicine therapies, hormone and nutritional optimization, as well as therapies to address sexual dysfunction. 

He is a Medical Director at Stella Center, an interventional psychiatry practice.  He and the team at Stella specialize in providing a world class combination of evidence-based treatments targeted at treating depression, PTSD, and chronic anxiety.  These treatments include Spravato, ketamine infusion therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), an advanced stellate ganglion block (SGB) called the dual sympathetic reset (DSR), and integration therapy.

Breaking the Cycle

In this episode of the Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show, I sit down with the incredible Thais Gibson, an expert in attachment theory and personal development. Together, we dive deep into the fascinating world of attachment styles and explore how early childhood experiences shape our emotional patterns, relationships, and even our overall health.

We cover:

• The four main attachment styles: secure, anxious, dismissive avoidant, and fearful avoidant (disorganized)
• How attachment styles influence adult romantic and social relationships
• The role of childhood experiences and caregivers in shaping these attachment patterns
• Practical steps to identify and rewire insecure attachment styles for healthier relationships

Whether you're looking to better understand your relationship dynamics or improve your mental and emotional health, this episode is packed with actionable insights and tools to help you build more secure, fulfilling connections.

Who is Thais Gibson?

Thais Gibson, counselor and co-founder of The Personal Development School, is THE leading expert in attachment theory and her cutting-edge research is extending the frontier of psychology with her modern Integrated Attachment Theory. It was widely accepted that your attachment style was set for life, but Thais’ research shows that you can actually CHANGE your attachment style, improving your romantic relationships, close family connections, and friendships. Thais is a powerhouse, recently appearing on The Mel Robbins Podcast, has over 230k subscribers on YouTube, more than 60k followers on Instagram, was a keynote speaker for Google’s International Women’s Day, and The Personal Development School has over 30,000 members in 115 countries.

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Can you Build Muscle without Heavy Lifting?

Join Dr. Gabrielle Lyon as she sits down with Dr. Jeremy Loenneke, an associate professor of exercise science at the University of Mississippi and one of the world’s leading experts in blood flow restriction (BFR) training. They discuss the science behind skeletal muscle adaptation, how BFR can help you get stronger without heavy weights, and why muscle growth and strength aren’t always the same thing.

Dr. Loenneke shares insights on how BFR works—using low loads to trigger muscle adaptation and growth—and the potential benefits for recovery, rehabilitation, and even everyday training for those wanting to avoid joint strain. They also explore some fascinating phenomena like cross-education, where training one side of your body can strengthen the other side.

Key Highlights:

• The basics and benefits of blood flow restriction training
• How to build muscle with low weight loads
• The difference between muscle growth and muscle strength
• Practical applications of BFR in both sports and rehabilitation

Don’t miss out on these expert insights that can transform your approach to exercise and recovery. Let’s take your fitness knowledge to the next level!

Who is Dr. Jeremy Loenneke?

Dr. Jeremy Loenneke is an Associate Professor of Exercise Science at The University of Mississippi within the School of Applied Sciences. He received his MS in Nutrition and Exercise Science from Southeast Missouri State University and his PhD in Exercise Physiology from the University of Oklahoma. He is the director of the Kevser Ermin Applied Physiology Laboratory and his research group’s primary focus is on skeletal muscle adaptations to exercise with and without the application of blood flow restriction. His recent work has also focused on addressing whether or not muscle growth contributes to changes in strength with exercise. Dr. Loenneke is a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine and a member of the American Physiological Society. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and is an Associate Editor for PLOS One, Peer J, and Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport. He also serves on the editorial board for Sports Medicine and Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise

Innovating Women’s Health

In this episode of The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show, I sit down with the incredible Cindy Eckert—serial entrepreneur, founder of Sprout Pharmaceuticals, and the driving force behind Addyi (commonly known as “the female Viagra”). Cindy shares her groundbreaking journey in advocating for women’s sexual health, challenging the medical system, and fighting for equal treatment in medicine.

Cindy reveals the startling double standards between male and female sexual health, recounting her experiences bringing Addyi to market and navigating the resistance she faced. Together, we dive deep into why women’s pleasure, health, and biology have been historically overlooked and undervalued, and why now more than ever, the conversation must change.

Key highlights:

• Why women deserve proof and evidence-based treatments
• The untold challenges behind bringing Addyi (the female Viagra) to market
• How we can change the conversation around women’s health

If you want to learn more about the untold truths of women’s health and why this conversation is so critical, hit play and join us for this powerful discussion.

Who is Cindy Eckert?

Cindy Eckert is a self-made serial entrepreneur and fierce advocate for women, known for her bold leadership and mission to empower female entrepreneurs through her Pinkubator. Over her 24-year career in healthcare, Cindy has built and sold two companies for over $1.5 billion, including Sprout Pharmaceuticals, which introduced the first FDA-approved drug for low sexual desire in women, often called "female Viagra." After selling Sprout for $1 billion, she fought to reclaim the drug and relaunched it on her own terms. Cindy’s work, widely featured in major media, focuses on creating mission-driven companies with a profound impact, and she is committed to helping others achieve success.

What is ADDYI?

ADDYI is for premenopausal women with acquired, generalized hypoactive (low) sexual desire disorder who have not had problems with low sexual desire in the past, and who have low sexual desire no matter the type of sexual activity, the situation or the sexual partner. The low sexual desire is troubling to them and is not due to a medical or mental health problem, problems in the relationship or medicine or other drug use. ADDYI is not for use in men or to enhance sexual performance.

Building Muscle, Preventing Injury

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Jordan Shallow, chiropractor, strength and conditioning coach, and founder of Prescript. Dr. Shallow works with top athletes from the NFL, NHL, UFC, and more, helping them stay injury-free and perform at their best.

We dive deep into the world of biomechanics and movement, discussing the critical importance of "physical empathy" — understanding how the body interacts with gravity — and why it’s key to both performance and injury prevention. Whether you're an elite athlete or just starting your fitness journey, Dr. Shallow’s principles can help you train smarter, stay injury-free, and optimize your movement for lifelong strength and vitality.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What is "physical empathy" and how it impacts your workouts
• How to prevent injuries by improving movement quality
• The role of biomechanics in training elite athletes vs. the general population
• Why understanding your relationship with gravity can transform your fitness
• Dr. Shallow’s tips for mastering single-leg exercises and more!

Tune in to learn how biomechanics can be your secret weapon for strength, longevity, and injury-free training!

Who is Dr. Jordan Shallow?

Jordan Shallow is a founder of Pre-Script, the foremost leader in exercise education for coaches, clinicians and trainers.

He's held positions at Apple's world headquarters as apart of their corporate medial team, as well as Stanfrod Univeristy in their sports performance department.

He currently operates as a founder, educator as well as concierege chiropractor and Strength Coach for athletes of all disciplines.

His Atheltes range from the NFL, MLB, NHL and Professional Tennis. Deploying his principles based approach from rehabilitation to world class performance.