Healthy & Redeemed - Helping Christians Grow in Mental and Spiritual Health
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. In this podcast, we will talk about: Practical steps to strengthen your mental and emotional health, including help for anxiety, worry, depression, guilt, and forgiveness. Simple coping skills you can use every day, grounded in both psychology and Scripture. How good mental health supports spiritual growth—and how the two work together. How living out biblical principles brings emotional stability, peace, and healthier relationships. What it really looks like to trust God more deeply in your thoughts, habits, and decisions. How to live out your faith in real, practical ways during ordinary moments and difficult seasons. How to nurture a healthier brain, including tools that reshape thought patterns and support long-term well-being. Developing Christ-centered thinking, replacing unhealthy thoughts with truth. Building resilience through community, healthy boundaries, and God-honoring connections. More information and resources can be found at: https://writtenbyhealey.com/
Episodes
What does it really mean to be mentally healthy, emotionally healthy, and spiritually healthy? And how do these areas differ while still working together?
In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we define mental health, emotional health, and spiritual health in clear, practical ways. We talk ab...
With the recent news of another famous Christian influencer who has betrayed his followers, it is time to dig into this concept of Integrity.
In this episode, we will talk about what is integrity, how it is good for our mental health, what the Bible says, and things to implement in our life that w...
Many Christians want to read the Bible consistently but aren’t sure how to engage it in a meaningful and sustainable way.
In this episode, we explore practical ways to approach God’s Word, including how the Bible is structured, why translations matter, and different ways Scripture can be read, hea...
Why does reading the Bible actually matter—and why reading the Bible matters so deeply for the Christian life?
In this episode of the Healthy & Redeemed Podcast, we begin a two part series on Bible reading by focusing on the why behind it all. This isn’t about guilt, pressure, or checking a sp...
As we step into a brand-new year, we’re taking time to talk about what it means to live intentionally as Christians. In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we explore how to set meaningful, God-honoring goals. Together, we walk through SPAMO goals and apply it to real areas of life—spiritual ...
In this special Christmas episode, we read O. Henry’s beloved classic “The Gift of the Magi.” This tender story reminds us of sacrificial love, humility, and the true spirit of giving — all of which point our hearts back to Christ and the greatest gift we’ve ever received.
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In this special episode, we will read the classic Christmas story “Christmas at Red Butte” by L.M. Montgomery.
Whether you’re wrapping gifts, driving to work, or settling in for a cozy December evening, this story is here to bring warmth to your soul and remind you of God’s presence in the simples...
In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we walk together through something many of us feel but rarely talk about openly—grief during the holidays. This season can stir memories, deepen emotions, and make our losses feel fresh again. Today, we explore why the holidays are often harder when we’r...
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 comes next?
In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we gently walk through four simple and essential steps that help new believers grow strong and steady in their faith: sharing your faith, reading God’s Word, praying daily, and conne...
Have you been hurt by a church, pastor, or Christian leader — and now find yourself struggling to trust again?
In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we talk honestly and compassionately about church hurt, spiritual abuse, and religious trauma — and how these experiences can quietly shape your...
When pastors or church leaders misuse their authority, the damage can run deep — touching faith, trust, and spiritual safety.
In this episode of Healthy & Redeemed, we turn to Ezekiel 34 and New Testament warnings to understand how God views leaders who harm His people, neglect their care, or ...
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...
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