Best Healey Ikerd Podcasts (2025)

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41. Healthy Replacement Thoughts: Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 18:35

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Summer Series - Episode 2 of 7 In this episode, I’ll talk through a simple but powerful way to change unhelpful thoughts and replace them with truth. We’ll look at how this skill works in your brain, how it’s roo…

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40. Bonus Episode: One Practical Way to Teach Deep Breathing To Your Children 5:58

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. This is an add-on episode to: Deep Breathing - Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul. In this special bonus episode, I will share one simple, effective way that you, as a parent, can teach your children the…

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39. Deep Breathing: Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 15:18

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Summer Series - Episode 1 of 7 In this first episode of this series, I’ll walk you through the practice of deep breathing—not just as a way to calm your body and mind, but as a way to connect with the very breath…

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Introducing Our Summer Series - Coping Skills for the Christian Soul 2:03

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this special trailer episode, we introduce a brand-new 7-week summer series: Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul. Each week features one evidence-based coping skill—like deep breathing, thought replace…

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38. Becoming Trustworthy: Reflecting the Character of God 21:23

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Are you trustworthy? In this season finale, we shift from trusting God to becoming someone others can trust. Discover 5 biblical steps to develop trustworthiness that reflects God's character—from honest speech t…

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37. Trusting God With Your Spiritual Growth 26:23

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Ever feel like you should be more spiritually mature by now? In this episode, we will explore what spiritual maturity really looks like and why trusting God with your growth journey is essential. Discover the key…

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36. Trusting God With Your Unsaved Loved Ones 27:59

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Are you praying for someone you love—maybe a child, spouse, parent, or friend—who still doesn’t know Jesus? The waiting can feel heavy, especially when you don’t see any change. In today’s episode of Healthy and …

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35. Trusting God With His Plan, Purpose and Calling For Your Life 29:46

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Discover why trusting God in the areas of plan, purpose, and calling is vital for your mental health and spiritual peace. This episode will help you understand that: God does indeed have a plan, purpose, and call…

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34. Apostle Paul's Response to Hardship: Trusting God In the Midst of Suffering 31:47

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Beaten, shipwrecked, imprisoned, and constantly in danger—yet the Apostle Paul wrote some of the most joy-filled letters in the Bible. How did he maintain such unshakeable faith through relentless persecution? In…

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33. Job's Response to Tragedy: Trusting God In The Midst of Suffering 37:20

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. What do you do when you lose everything in a single day? Job faced the unthinkable—the death of all his children, the loss of his wealth, and physical suffering—yet his first response was worship, not blame. In t…

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32. When God Feels Silent - Trusting God in Illness 30:06

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Illness touches more than just our bodies—it shakes our faith, stirs our emotions, and can leave us questioning God’s goodness. In this heartfelt episode, I open up about the deep struggle of trusting God when he…

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31. They're Not Really Yours: Learning to Trust God with His Children 35:05

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Parenting can be one of the most joy-filled yet heart-wrenching journeys of our lives—especially when we deeply desire our children to walk with the Lord. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we will explore …

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30. Breaking Unhealthy Relationship Patterns: Trusting God with Your Relationships 44:02

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Have you ever tried to 'manage' a relationship out of fear—fear of being rejected, fear of not being enough, or fear of being alone? In this episode, I’m talking about what it looks like to truly trust God with o…

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29. Finding Peace in Uncertainty: Trusting God with Your Future 28:43

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we continue our series on trusting God—this time focusing on our future. Whether you're a student feeling the pressure of big decisions or someone wondering what's next in…

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28. A Faith That Waits Well: Learning to Trust God's Time 43:15

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. What does it really look like to wait on God—and wait well? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, I explore the beauty and the struggle of waiting on the Lord's perfect timing. From Joseph’s years of hardship, t…

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27. Trusting God in the Midst of Fear, Anxiety, and Worry 28:06

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Fear and anxiety can feel paralyzing—but they don’t have to control your life. In this encouraging episode of Healthy & Redeemed, I share biblical truths and practical steps for trusting God even when life feels …

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26. What Is Trust? A Biblical Look at Trusting God with All Your Heart 36:20

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Before we can grow in our trust in the Lord, we have to understand what trust really means. In this episode, we’re taking a deeper look at what the Bible means when it says, “Trust in the Lord.” We’ll explore the…

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Special Easter Scripture Reading 27:36

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this special Easter episode, we will read through the powerful words of Scripture, Luke chapters 22, 23, and 24. These chapters walk us through the Last Supper, Jesus’ suffering, His crucifixion, and His glori…

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Trusting the Lord with All Your Heart - What’s Ahead in Season 2 2:04

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Do you struggle to truly trust in God? Want the peace only He can give? In this special preview episode, I’m sharing what’s coming in Season 2 of Healthy & Redeemed—and it’s all about one powerful, life-changing …

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25. A Personal Word of Encouragement - Season Finale 23:07

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. As we wrap up this season of Healthy & Redeemed, let’s take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve been on together. Have you experienced growth or change in any area? In this 25th episode, I talk about growth …

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24. 4 Ways to Fight Depression Using H.O.P.E 42:43

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. If you're struggling with depression or walking alongside someone who is, I want you to know there is real H.O.P.E. available. As a licensed professional counselor, I've seen how depression can feel overwhelming,…

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23. Is This Normal? Exploring the Difficult Journey of Grief - Part 2 32:30

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Grief is a natural and necessary part of loss, but what happens when it lingers beyond its season? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore prolonged or complicated grief—what it is, why it happens, and …

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22. Is This Normal? Exploring the Difficult Journey of Grief - Part 1 28:00

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Grief can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even isolating. It is a natural reaction to a loss in our life, especially the loss of a loved one. If you’ve ever wondered, Is this normal? You’re not alone. In this e…

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21. When Worry Takes Over: Skills to Calm Your Heart and Mind 25:10

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Are your worries something you should worry about? How can you manage your worries better? Worry is a normal part of life—but it doesn’t have to control you. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we look at wh…

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20. True Guilt or False Guilt - How to Tell the Difference 34:22

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Guilt can be a powerful emotion, but not all guilt is from God. Some guilt is meant to lead us to repentance, while other guilt keeps us stuck in shame and condemnation. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we’…

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19. Forgiving Others and the Myth of Self Forgiveness 35:47

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Forgiveness is a central part of the Christian faith. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore God’s forgiveness—what it means for us and how it transforms our lives. We also dive into why we need to for…

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18. Overcoming Fear and Trusting God 52:29

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Fear can feel overwhelming, but as Christians, we don’t have to be ruled by it. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we’ll explore biblical truths about fear and practical ways to trust God when we feel fear. L…

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17. From Holes to Wholeness - H.T. Hole Theory 29:50

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Are you looking to worldly things to fill your holes? In this episode, we explore the powerful truth that only God can fill the holes in our hearts and lives as we explore my "H.T. Hole Theory". Drawing from scri…

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16. Renewing Your Mind with Healthy Thoughts - Part 3 27:04

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this episode, we continue our three-part series on renewing your mind by focusing on how to replace negative thoughts with healthy thoughts. Building on the Cognitive Behavioral Triangle and understanding auto…

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15. Renewing Your Mind with Healthy Thoughts - Part 2 35:10

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we dive into the Cognitive Behavioral Triangle, a powerful tool that reveals the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Learn how understanding this tri…

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14. Renewing Your Mind with Healthy Thoughts, Part 1 - The Biblical Foundation 34:18

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Discover how God calls us to transform our thoughts, aligning them with His truth, and learn why this process is essential for emotional and spiritual health. I will explore key scriptures and the therapeutic int…

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13. Anxiety and the Brain 38:55

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this episode, I will explore the connection between anxiety and the brain. Discover how anxiety starts in the brain, impacts the body, and how God designed your mind with the ability to adapt and heal. I will …

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12. Seven Practical Ways to Nourish Your Nephesh 43:32

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. What does it really mean to nourish your soul? In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore the fascinating Hebrew word Nephesh, often translated as "soul" in the Bible. But Nephesh is so much more—it means …

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11. Setting Goals for the New Year 30:05

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. As we step into a new year, many of us reflect on the past and look forward to a fresh start. In this episode,, we explore the importance of setting goals. There are five important characteristics of goals or obj…

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10. A Special Christmas Edition: A Reading to Remember the True Meaning of Christmas 16:07

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Christmas is a season of joy, but it can also be a time of struggle for many. If you’re feeling down, grieving, or just grasping for some peace in the busyness of the season, this special edition of Healthy & Red…

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9. Creating Healthy Coping Skills - Part 4, Journaling and Creativity 34:35

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this final installment of the "Creating Healthy Coping Skills" series, I explore how journaling and practicing creativity can help us navigate life’s emotional challenges. Discover how these expressive practic…

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8. Creating Healthy Coping Skills - Part 3, Muscle Relaxation, Grounding, and Visualization 40:51

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Do you have a lot of tension in your body? Do you feel extreme anxiety or have post-trauma symptoms? I will share more healthy coping skills, specifically muscle relaxation, grounding, and visualization technique…

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7. Creating Healthy Coping Skills - Part 2, Prayer and Meditation 28:33

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this second part of integrating coping skills into your life, I talk specifically about the benefits of prayer and meditation. Not only are these things healthy coping skills, but they are also practices that …

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6. Creating Healthy Coping Skills - Part 1 32:05

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, or anxious? Do you have a hard time managing all those emotions? It is time to integrate some healthy coping skills into your life! Don't underestimate the power of copi…

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5. Why Sleep is Vital to Mental Health 26:40

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, we dive into the essential foundation for stable emotional and mental health. I focus on three parts of that foundation—sleep, exercise, and nutrition— emphasizing how eac…

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4. 11 Signs of an Emotionally Healthy Christian 42:51

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this episode of Healthy and Redeemed, I explore what it means to be emotionally healthy as a Christian. I discuss 11 key signs that help us recognize maturity in our emotions and biblical principles that guide…

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3. Why Do We Have Emotions and How Can We Manage Them? 27:22

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. I talk about emotions - what they are and why I believe God gave us these wonderful but sometimes frustrating feelings. I also provide some simple tips to respond to them and gauge whether they are 'normal'. I sh…

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2. Healey's Faith Journey - From Two Paths to One!! 13:48

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. In this episode, I will share a little bit of my faith journey, and how God helped me see myself as he created me to be. I also share more about my hopes for the podcast and what you can expect in the future. Sup…

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1. Introduction to Healthy & Redeemed with Healey Ikerd 4:58

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. I introduce myself and the new Healthy and Redeemed podcast. I share my desires and goals of helping people live healthier lives as Christians. In future episodes, I will share practical ways for you to become mo…

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Trailer - Welcome to Healthy & Redeemed with Healey Ikerd 1:02

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Let me know your thoughts about the content in this episode through Fan Mail. If you want a response, please email me through my website. Welcome to the Healthy and Redeemed Podcast—a place for Christians who want to grow in their emotional health. I’m Healey Ikerd, a licensed counselor, and I’m passionate about helping believers excel in their liv…