Healthy & Redeemed
Healthy & Redeemed is a podcast designed to help Christians grow emotionally and spiritually, equipping them to live healthier, more Christ-like lives. Healey Ikerd, a psychotherapist for over 15 years, will blend biblical wisdom with psychological concepts to help listeners learn to manage their emotions, improve their mental health, and deepen their faith. The goal is to help listeners live out God’s word in every aspect of their lives and be healthy reflections of Jesus Christ. More information and resources can be found at: https://writtenbyhealey.com/
Episodes
Join us as we read O. Henry's classic tale "Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen," a heartwarming story of tradition, generosity, and unexpected twists. Set in early 20th-century New York City, this short story follows an annual Thanksgiving ritual between two men from different walks of...
In this final part of our three-part series on understanding suicide which is designed to save lives.
We’ll walk through how to build a plan step by step to turn to when emotions feel overwhelming. You’ll also hear how to respond with compassion when someone you care about is thinking about suicid...
In this second part episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we continue this essential series on understanding suicide. You’ll learn how to recognize the risk factors of suicide, understand the signs of depression, and discover what good mental health looks like.
If you’ve ever wondered how to identify...
In this first episode of a three-part series, we open an honest and grace-filled conversation about suicide, despair, and the hope that can still be found in God. Together, we explore the difference between wanting to die and simply wanting to stop emotional pain—a distinction that can save lives...
In this episode, we will talk about how heavy news exposure can affect our mental health, and discover biblical wisdom for guarding your heart and mind. Learn practical ways to set healthy boundaries, renew your focus on Christ, and reclaim the peace that headlines can’t give.
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Have you recently given your life to Jesus and wondered, “What do I do next?” In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we will walk through four essential steps every new Christian should take to grow strong in faith: telling others, reading the Bible, praying daily, and finding a church commun...
Have you been wounded by a church, pastor, or Christian leader? In this heartfelt episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we unpack what spiritual abuse, religious trauma, and church hurt really mean—and how they can impact your faith and emotional well-being. You’ll learn practical, biblical steps to...
When pastors or church leaders misuse their position, the damage runs deep. Spiritual abuse, betrayal, and neglect can leave believers wounded and questioning their faith. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we will look at Ezekiel 34 alongside New Testament warnings about bad shepherds to...
False teachers have always been around, twisting God’s Word and leading people astray for their own benefit. Today, they can be found behind pulpits, on podcasts, in books, and across social media. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we will discuss what the Bible says about false teachers...
In this special episode, I read my children’s book The Red Ball. Before the story begins, I share the real-life experience that inspired it and how that moment grew into a meaningful tale for children. I’ll also talk briefly about its companion book, offering a glimpse into how it can reinforc...
My heart has been heavy these past few days. It has been hard to understand why a couple of recent events has been harder to process. With the violent m-rd-r of a young lady on public transportation, to the -ss-ssin-tion of a young Christian political activist, I talk about what we can do to h...
As we close out Season Two, we will review the episodes on Trusting God. Over those 13 episodes, we’ve looked at what it means to truly place our confidence in Him—in our relationships, our parenting, our health, and the uncertain places of life. We also learned practical coping skills rooted i...
Summer Series - Episode 7 of 7
It’s our final episode in the Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul summer series, and we’re ending with one of my favorite tools—singing to the Lord. This isn’t just about listening to music—it’s about lifting your own voice, out loud, to shift your focus bac...
Summer Series - Episode 6 of 7
Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul
In today’s episode, we’re slowing down to learn a gentle but powerful coping skill called breath prayers.
I’ll walk you through what a breath prayer is, when to use it, how to create one, and we’ll practice together so y...
Summer Series - Episode 5 of 7
In this episode, I walk you through how visualization can help calm your mind, reduce stress, and strengthen your faith. We’ll talk about how your brain responds to mental images, how this practice is used by professionals, and how Christians can use it in a godly wa...
Summer Series - Episode 4 of 7
In today’s episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we’re focusing on a powerful coping tool called an identity script—a written statement you speak aloud daily to reinforce who God says you are. I’ll walk you through the science behind it, the spiritual strength within i...
Summer Series - Episode 3 of 7
Gratitude may not seem like a typical coping skill—but it absolutely is, especially for the Christian soul. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, I’ll share how intentional thankfulness can change your brain, shift your mood, and anchor your heart in God’s goodn...
This is an add-on episode to: Healthy Replacement Thoughts - Simple Coping Skills for the Christian Soul. In this special bonus episode, I will share some ideas that you, as a parent, can teach your children healthy replacement thoughts. Just like for adults, healthy replacement thoughts are a...
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 rooted in God’s Word, and how to actually do it—step by step. This isn’t about pretendin...
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 calming skill of deep breathing. Just like for adults, deep breathing is a vital ...
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