Sparking Wholeness

Sparking Wholeness is not your typical health show. Erin Kerry is not your typical health coach. As a survivor of bipolar disorder, she has learned firsthand what it is like to deal with and manage a chronic illness.This show brings together health experts from various fields in order to discuss popular wellness topics and offer hope and support for mental health issues. Whether it's addressing trauma, healing the gut microbiome, biohacking genes, addressing body image concerns, or exploring the struggles of motherhood and parenting, every episode is designed to spark wholeness.

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Episode 354: Raising Resilient Kids in an Anxious Generation with David Thomas
5d ago · 47:10
In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with David Thomas, executive director of Daystar Counseling in Nashville, and co-author (with Sissy Goff) of the new book Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience, to unpack why so many kids today feel less capable than ever, and what parents can actually do about it. Together, they discuss the accelerated pace of modern childhood, the real difference between confidence and happiness, "language inflation" and how over-labeling normal struggles as trauma or toxic can backfire, where the gentle parenting
Episode 353: Parents, Nothing Sticks Until the Nervous System Is Regulated First with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge
12d ago · 47:50
In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, licensed therapist, certified school psychologist, and bestselling author of the upcoming book The Dysregulated Kid, to unpack why regulating the nervous system has to come before behavior change, therapy, or medication can actually work. Together, they discuss why the DSM-5 checklist approach often misses the real root cause, the difference between an overstimulated and understimulated nervous system, how chronic stress builds up in what Dr. Roseann calls a “stress cup,” the risk of misdiagnosing OCD as ADHD, why breat
Episode 352: Nervous System Regulation and Trauma Healing Through a Christian Lens with Lacey Jervis
20d ago · 54:09
In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with Lacey Jervis, a Christ-centered somatic practitioner with a master's in biblical counseling and founder of Daughter's House, to explore how nervous system science and Scripture work together in the healing process. Together, they discuss what dysregulation actually is (and isn't), how developmental trauma shapes the nervous system's ability to return to safety, the connection between suppressed anger and autoimmune disease, spiritual bypassing and why quoting truth at your body doesn't heal it, how shame and self-condemnation show up physically (
Episode 351: Protracted Withdrawal, Deprescribing, and Metabolic Psychiatry with Keisha Marsolan
26d ago · 48:36
Did you know that psychiatric medication withdrawal can sometimes show up months after you've already stopped taking it, and can last for years? In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with Keisha Marsolan, a psychiatric nurse practitioner whose life and career changed after a severe antidepressant withdrawal injury. Together, they discuss the difference between acute and protracted withdrawal, why so many prescribers are never trained to recognize either one, informed consent in psychiatric medicine, hyperbolic tapering, and the emerging fields of deprescribing and metabolic psychiatry, in
Episode 350: Why "Doing Everything Right" Isn't Healing You and What Actually Works with Erin Kerry
1mo ago · 24:52
Did you know that doing everything "right" (the supplements, the workouts, the meal plans, the prayer and scripture) can still leave you stuck, and that the checklist itself might be the reason why? In this episode, host Erin Kerry unpacks why so many high-achieving, well-informed women hit a wall in their healing journey even when they're doing all the "correct" things. She walks through three mindset roadblocks keeping people in survival mode: the checklist trap, misunderstanding what survival mode actually looks like (it isn't always the anxious, wired version), and the deeper question unde
Episode 349: How Spiritual Abuse Affects Your Nervous System and Faith with Colleen Ramser
1mo ago · 52:54
Did you know that spiritual trauma can live in your body just like any other kind of trauma, showing up as intrusive thoughts, a racing heart during worship, or an inability to even open your Bible? In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with EMDR-certified trauma therapist and author Colleen Ramser to explore the difference between spiritual abuse and spiritual trauma, why scripture can sometimes feel triggering instead of comforting, and how the nervous system (not just willpower or "more faith”) holds the key to healing. Together, they discuss spiritual cynicism, guarded parts, somatic
Episode 348: How Your Oral Health Affects Your Gut, Hormones, and Mental Health with Dr. Rebecca Edwards
1mo ago · 43:59
Did you know your oral health may be influencing your gut microbiome, hormone balance, sleep quality, inflammation, and even your mental health? In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with biological and airway-focused dentist Dr. Rebecca Edwards to explore why the mouth is much more than a place for cavities and cleanings. Together, they discuss the oral microbiome, mouth breathing, sleep apnea, root canals, gum health, hormone changes during perimenopause and menopause, childhood airway development, and how oral inflammation may contribute to whole-body symptoms. You'll also learn why bi
Episode 347: How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Without Shame, A Christian Perspective with Dr. Kelly Edmiston
1mo ago · 48:21
In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with pastor, Bible professor, and author Dr. Kelly Edmiston to discuss how purity culture, body shame, and sexual shame have impacted both adults and children. They explore how parents can have healthy, age-appropriate conversations about sex, consent, body safety, and pleasure from a biblical perspective without fear or shame. They also discuss trauma, embodiment, nervous system healing, pornography, parenting boys, raising confident daughters, and why learning to trust your body can actually deepen your relationship with God. Whether you're raising
Episode 346: Faith, Depression, and Mental Illness: What Every Christian Needs to Hear with Jean Neely
2mo ago · 45:17
Many Christians silently wonder: Does my depression mean my faith is weak? In this conversation, Erin sits down with educator and writer Jean Neely, author of Christ in the Abyss, to discuss the difficult intersection of faith, depression, bipolar disorder, chronic suffering, and church culture. Together they explore why so many Christians carry shame around mental illness, how unhealthy beliefs about "having more faith" can deepen suffering, and why God's response to our pain is far more compassionate than many people have been taught. Whether you're living with depression, supporting someone
Episode 345: Late-Diagnosed ADHD in Women: The Missing Link Between Food, Mood, and Nervous System Regulation with Amy Jones
2mo ago · 48:03
Many women spend years being treated for anxiety, depression, burnout, or even bipolar disorder before discovering the real issue may be ADHD. In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with functional nutrition practitioner, ADHD coach, and neuroscience student Amy Jones to discuss the unique challenges women with ADHD face when it comes to nutrition, nervous system regulation, executive function, and daily life. They explore why ADHD can make meal planning, grocery shopping, and healthy habits feel overwhelming, how blood sugar crashes impact mood and behavior, and why consistent nourishment
Episode 344: How to Reset Your Health, Faith, and Habits in Just 14 Days with Erin Kerry
2mo ago · 24:32
It’s summer! Summer has a way of throwing even the best routines off track. If you've found yourself feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected from healthy habits, or waiting for the "perfect" time to start over, this episode is for you. In this episode, host Erin Kerry shares why so many people struggle with all-or-nothing thinking, how overwhelm impacts the nervous system, and why lasting change comes from small daily choices rather than perfection. She also introduces her free Midsummer Reset and the five foundational habits that support whole-person wellness: time with God, hydration, movem
Episode 343: Progesterone Left the Chat: What Happens to Your Brain and Body in Perimenopause with Chelsea Blackbird
2mo ago · 49:05
Perimenopause is more than hot flashes and irregular periods. In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with Christian nutritionist Chelsea Blackbird to discuss the surprising physical, emotional, and mental changes women experience during midlife hormone shifts. Together they explore the connection between progesterone, estrogen, histamine, anxiety, sleep, trauma, autoimmune conditions, and nervous system health. They also discuss hormone replacement therapy (HRT), natural support options like evening primrose oil, vitex, and maca, and why foundational habits such as sunlight, sleep, stress
Episode 342: The Gut-Brain Connection: 5 Simple Ways to Improve Gut Health and Mental Health with Erin Kerry
2mo ago · 23:37
Host Erin Kerry breaks down why gut health matters far beyond digestion and how issues like leaky gut, inflammation, and microbiome imbalances can impact mood, anxiety, depression, brain fog, and overall wellness. You'll learn what leaky gut actually is, why stress plays a major role in digestive health, and five practical ways to support your gut naturally. From nutrition and fiber to nervous system regulation and mindful eating, these simple strategies can help improve both digestive and mental health. If you've been struggling with bloating, digestive issues, anxiety, brain fog, or unexplai
Episode 341: Peptides 101: The Science Behind the Biggest Health Trend Right Now with Megan del Corral
3mo ago · 44:27
In this episode, Erin sits down with double board-certified nurse practitioner and hormone expert Megan del Corral to break down one of the biggest trends in health right now: peptides. They discuss what peptides are, how they work in the body, and why they’re gaining attention for metabolism, recovery, hormone balance, energy, inflammation, and healthy aging. Megan also shares her favorite peptides, who may benefit from them, and how personalized care through functional medicine can help address root causes instead of just symptoms. Key Topics: - What peptides actually are and how they work -
Episode 340: A New Approach to Understanding Anxiety with Elizabeth April
3mo ago · 39:42
Host Erin Kerry sits down with Elizabeth April, author of Your Anxiety Is Giving Me Anxiety, to explore a completely different perspective on anxiety. Instead of viewing it as a disorder or flaw, Elizabeth shares how anxiety can function as a signal—pointing to deeper root causes in your past, present, and even future patterns. They discuss how unresolved trauma, environmental stress, and nervous system overload can shape anxiety responses, and why traditional coping strategies may not be enough for long-term healing. This conversation blends mental health, nervous system insight, and practica
Episode 339: Invisible ADHD in Women: Dopamine, Overthinking, and Why Symptoms Spike in Perimenopause with Shanna Pearson
3mo ago · 46:23
Host Erin Kerry Erin sits down with Shanna Pearson, founder of the world’s largest ADHD coaching company, to unpack the hidden reality of ADHD in women—especially those who have gone undiagnosed for decades. They explore how ADHD often presents differently in women, why it’s frequently misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression, and how hormonal changes in perimenopause can intensify symptoms due to shifts in dopamine and estrogen levels. You’ll learn how mental restlessness, overthinking, and emotional dysregulation are connected to brain chemistry—not personal failure—and why managing ADHD requir
Episode 338: From Trauma to Transformation: How to Heal Family Patterns You Didn’t Choose with Gina Birkemeier
4mo ago · 45:49
Host Erin Kerry sits down with licensed professional counselor and author of Generations Deep, Gina Birkemeier, to unpack how generational trauma and attachment wounds shape our thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. Together, they explore the intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and faith—revealing how patterns of dysfunction, neglect, and emotional wounds can be passed down through generations. Gina shares her personal story of trauma, anxious attachment, and healing, while offering practical tools for breaking cycles, processing emotional pain, and experiencing true freedom. You’ll le
Episode 337: What the Bible Really Says About Being a Woman with Jen Oshman
4mo ago · 38:45
Author and ministry leader Jen Oshman joins host Erin Kerry to discuss her Bible study Very Good: What the Bible Says About Being a Woman. They explore biblical femininity, women’s roles in the church, identity, leadership, Genesis, Romans 16, and why many women are wrestling with faith today. This is a thoughtful conversation on Scripture, culture, and God’s design for women. Key Topics: - Biblical femininity explained - What the Bible says about being a woman - Women’s roles in the church - Genesis and God’s design for women - Women leaders in Scripture (Deborah, Esther, Rahab) - Identity an
Episode 336: How to Find Peace When Life Doesn’t Feel Peaceful (Psalm 23 Explained) with Tara Dew
4mo ago · 40:16
Host Erin Kerry sits down with Bible teacher and author Tara Dew to unpack the powerful truths of Psalm 23 and how they apply to real-life stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. Tara shares the heart behind her upcoming book Overflowing Peace and explains how God as our Shepherd offers protection, comfort, and healing—even in life’s darkest valleys. Together, they break down the deeper meaning behind the rod, the staff, and the oil, revealing how these biblical images point to a peace that isn’t dependent on circumstances, but rooted in God’s presence. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, o
Episode 335: ADHD, Focus, and Memory: Why Your Brain Isn’t Broken (And How to Train It) with Dr. Tere Linzey
4mo ago · 38:28
In this episode, host Erin Kerry sits down with Dr. Tere Linzey, licensed educational psychologist and founder of BrainMatterZ, to discuss how brain optimization can improve executive functioning, attention, processing speed, and learning at any age. Drawing from decades of experience and global research, Dr. Linzey explains how the brain works like a muscle, and why many struggles with ADHD, dyslexia, memory, and focus may come down to underdeveloped foundational skills rather than permanent limitations. You’ll learn practical, science-backed strategies to strengthen cognitive function, impro
Episode 334: Restory Your Life: Healing Trauma, Finding Purpose, and Rewriting Your Story with Mary DeMuth
5mo ago · 37:03
Host Erin Kerry sits down with author, speaker, and trauma survivor Mary E. DeMuth to talk about what it means to “restory” your life—allowing Jesus to reframe your past, rewrite your present, and redefine your future. Mary shares her personal healing journey and how childhood trauma shaped her understanding of God’s presence, along with practical ways to recognize life turning points, step out of hiding, and embrace your God-given story. You’ll learn how to move from feeling stuck to walking in purpose, how God’s “chesed” (steadfast, covenant love) changes the way you see your story, and how
Episode 333: Unpacking the Root Causes of Low Libido with Dr. Diane Mueller
5mo ago · 46:11
Host Erin Kerry sits down with Dr. Diane Mueller, naturopathic doctor and sexual wellness expert, to unpack the root causes of low libido from a functional and holistic perspective. From hormone imbalances and chronic stress to thyroid issues, medications, and relationship dynamics, this episode explores why libido is more than just a “drive”—it’s a reflection of your overall health. You’ll also learn the difference between desire and arousal, the powerful role oxytocin plays in mental health and connection, and how sexual intimacy can support your nervous system and emotional well-being. If y
Episode 332: The GREAT Morning Revolution: How a Daily Practice with God Changes Everything with Tara Beth Leach
5mo ago · 34:16
Many Christians want to spend time with God in the morning—but struggle to make it a consistent spiritual habit. Host Erin Kerry sits down with pastor and author Tara Beth Leach to talk about the power of beginning your day with God and how a simple morning practice can shape your faith, mindset, and spiritual leadership. Tara Beth shares the story behind her new book The GREAT Morning Revolution and introduces her simple framework for morning prayer: Gratitude, Reflection, Exalt, Ask, and Trust. Together, Erin and Tara Beth discuss how Scripture points to the importance of seeking God in the
Episode 331: When Faith Meets Grief: Mourning the God You Thought You Knew with Tiffany Stein
5mo ago · 42:28
Host Erin Kerry welcomes minister, teacher, and author of Mourning God, Tiffany Stein, to discuss the complex intersection of grief, faith, and lament. After the devastating loss of her infant son, Tiffany found herself mourning not only her child, but also the version of God she believed she understood. Together, Erin and Tiffany explore why lament is a deeply biblical response to suffering, why the modern church often struggles to sit with grief, and how Scripture offers a framework for processing pain without abandoning faith. Rather than offering quick spiritual clichés, this episode invit
Episode 330: Why Meds Stop Working: Inflammation, Gut Health & Hidden Triggers with Dr. Jaquel Patterson
6mo ago · 35:51
Host Erin Kerry interviews internationally recognized naturopathic physician and functional medicine leader Dr. Jaquel Patterson to unpack why anxiety, depression, and ADHD are skyrocketing…and why medications often stop working. Dr. Patterson explains the missing link between chronic inflammation, infections, gut health, and neuropsychiatric symptoms — especially in kids and teens. They discuss the labs your doctor may not be running, how to identify biological drivers of mental health struggles, and why functional medicine looks beyond “normal” ranges to find what’s optimal. Key Topics: - Ch

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Episodes 300

Episode 354: Raising Resilient Kids in an Anxious Generation with David Thomas

Episode 353: Parents, Nothing Sticks Until the Nervous System Is Regulated First with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Episode 352: Nervous System Regulation and Trauma Healing Through a Christian Lens with Lacey Jervis

Episode 351: Protracted Withdrawal, Deprescribing, and Metabolic Psychiatry with Keisha Marsolan

Episode 350: Why "Doing Everything Right" Isn't Healing You and What Actually Works with Erin Kerry

Episode 349: How Spiritual Abuse Affects Your Nervous System and Faith with Colleen Ramser

Episode 348: How Your Oral Health Affects Your Gut, Hormones, and Mental Health with Dr. Rebecca Edwards

Episode 347: How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Without Shame, A Christian Perspective with Dr. Kelly Edmiston

Episode 346: Faith, Depression, and Mental Illness: What Every Christian Needs to Hear with Jean Neely

Episode 345: Late-Diagnosed ADHD in Women: The Missing Link Between Food, Mood, and Nervous System Regulation with Amy Jones

Episode 344: How to Reset Your Health, Faith, and Habits in Just 14 Days with Erin Kerry

Episode 343: Progesterone Left the Chat: What Happens to Your Brain and Body in Perimenopause with Chelsea Blackbird

Episode 342: The Gut-Brain Connection: 5 Simple Ways to Improve Gut Health and Mental Health with Erin Kerry

Episode 341: Peptides 101: The Science Behind the Biggest Health Trend Right Now with Megan del Corral

Episode 340: A New Approach to Understanding Anxiety with Elizabeth April

Episode 339: Invisible ADHD in Women: Dopamine, Overthinking, and Why Symptoms Spike in Perimenopause with Shanna Pearson

Episode 338: From Trauma to Transformation: How to Heal Family Patterns You Didn’t Choose with Gina Birkemeier

Episode 337: What the Bible Really Says About Being a Woman with Jen Oshman

Episode 336: How to Find Peace When Life Doesn’t Feel Peaceful (Psalm 23 Explained) with Tara Dew

Episode 335: ADHD, Focus, and Memory: Why Your Brain Isn’t Broken (And How to Train It) with Dr. Tere Linzey

Episode 334: Restory Your Life: Healing Trauma, Finding Purpose, and Rewriting Your Story with Mary DeMuth

Episode 333: Unpacking the Root Causes of Low Libido with Dr. Diane Mueller

Episode 332: The GREAT Morning Revolution: How a Daily Practice with God Changes Everything with Tara Beth Leach

Episode 331: When Faith Meets Grief: Mourning the God You Thought You Knew with Tiffany Stein

Episode 330: Why Meds Stop Working: Inflammation, Gut Health & Hidden Triggers with Dr. Jaquel Patterson

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Episode 354: Raising Resilient Kids in an Anxious Generation with David Thomas

Episode 353: Parents, Nothing Sticks Until the Nervous System Is Regulated First with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge

Episode 352: Nervous System Regulation and Trauma Healing Through a Christian Lens with Lacey Jervis

Episode 351: Protracted Withdrawal, Deprescribing, and Metabolic Psychiatry with Keisha Marsolan

Episode 350: Why "Doing Everything Right" Isn't Healing You and What Actually Works with Erin Kerry

Episode 349: How Spiritual Abuse Affects Your Nervous System and Faith with Colleen Ramser

Episode 348: How Your Oral Health Affects Your Gut, Hormones, and Mental Health with Dr. Rebecca Edwards

Episode 347: How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Without Shame, A Christian Perspective with Dr. Kelly Edmiston

Episode 346: Faith, Depression, and Mental Illness: What Every Christian Needs to Hear with Jean Neely

Episode 345: Late-Diagnosed ADHD in Women: The Missing Link Between Food, Mood, and Nervous System Regulation with Amy Jones

Episode 344: How to Reset Your Health, Faith, and Habits in Just 14 Days with Erin Kerry

Episode 343: Progesterone Left the Chat: What Happens to Your Brain and Body in Perimenopause with Chelsea Blackbird

Episode 342: The Gut-Brain Connection: 5 Simple Ways to Improve Gut Health and Mental Health with Erin Kerry

Episode 341: Peptides 101: The Science Behind the Biggest Health Trend Right Now with Megan del Corral

Episode 340: A New Approach to Understanding Anxiety with Elizabeth April

Episode 339: Invisible ADHD in Women: Dopamine, Overthinking, and Why Symptoms Spike in Perimenopause with Shanna Pearson

Episode 338: From Trauma to Transformation: How to Heal Family Patterns You Didn’t Choose with Gina Birkemeier

Episode 337: What the Bible Really Says About Being a Woman with Jen Oshman

Episode 336: How to Find Peace When Life Doesn’t Feel Peaceful (Psalm 23 Explained) with Tara Dew

Episode 335: ADHD, Focus, and Memory: Why Your Brain Isn’t Broken (And How to Train It) with Dr. Tere Linzey

Episode 334: Restory Your Life: Healing Trauma, Finding Purpose, and Rewriting Your Story with Mary DeMuth

Episode 333: Unpacking the Root Causes of Low Libido with Dr. Diane Mueller

Episode 332: The GREAT Morning Revolution: How a Daily Practice with God Changes Everything with Tara Beth Leach

Episode 331: When Faith Meets Grief: Mourning the God You Thought You Knew with Tiffany Stein

Episode 330: Why Meds Stop Working: Inflammation, Gut Health & Hidden Triggers with Dr. Jaquel Patterson