In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker is joined by holistic physician Dr. Brad Montagne to explore how unconscious beliefs, emotional suppression, and meta-cognitive dissonance can inhibit healing in chronic care.

Together, we examine how unresolved psychological data and implicit attitudes create empathy gaps and relational disconnection, shaping both treatment resistance and patient well-being. This conversation unpacks the pivotal role empathy plays as a clinical tool—bridging human connection and holistic health outcomes.

Key Talking Points

• How unresolved psychological data and suppressed beliefs influence chronic illness.
• The role of meta-cognitive dissonance in creating resistance to healing.
• Why empathy gaps in healthcare erode patient trust and connection.
• Somatic and psychological pathways that link disconnection to diminished healing outcomes.
• Trauma-informed perspectives on bridging relational divides in chronic care.

Key Takeaways

• Healing is not only physiological—it’s relational, requiring empathy as medicine.
• Unconscious biases and cultural scripts often drive treatment resistance.
• Disconnection creates nocebo-like effects that can worsen patient outcomes.
• Clinicians who bridge empathy gaps can foster resilience and restore trust.
• Holistic care thrives when emotional, somatic, and relational factors are addressed together.

Guest Bio – Dr. Brad Montagne

Dr. Brad Montagne is a holistic physician and chronic care provider dedicated to helping patients uncover the deeper connections between physical illness and unresolved emotional or psychological patterns. Through his work at HealthfullyU, Dr. Brad integrates medical insight with empathy-driven care, emphasizing the importance of whole-person healing and the restoration of human connection in clinical practice.

Credits

• Host: Jeffrey Besecker
• Guest: Dr. Brad Montagne
• Executive Program Director: Anna Getz
• Production Team: Aloft Media Group
• Music: Courtesy of Aloft Media Group

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