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The Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® Podcast
Welcome to the Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® Podcast!
Join Josh and Cassie Spurlock as they explore the profound intersection of biblical wisdom and cutting-edge psychological science. Whether you're a counselor seeking to deepen your understanding, a pastor looking to integrate neuroscience with pastoral care, or someone passionate about applying Christian faith to everyday life, this podcast is for you.
Each episode delves into topics that bridge the gap between faith and mental health, providing insights from Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® (NICC). Discover how principles from AEDP, EFT, IFS, and other therapeutic models are enriched by biblical truths to foster healing and growth.
Key features of the NICC Podcast include:
- Deep Dives into NICC Concepts: Understand the fusion of spiritual truths with neuroscience.
- Practical Applications: Learn how to implement NICC techniques in therapy, pastoral care, and daily life.
Tune in to be equipped, encouraged, and inspired to embrace a holistic approach to mental and spiritual health. Listen now and start your journey towards integrating faith and neuroscience for a life of thriving.
The Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® Podcast
The Power of Bearing Burdens Together [NICC Episode #43]
When we go through overwhelming experiences—things that shake us to our core—our nervous system can’t always process them in the moment. Instead, our brain packs these emotions and memories away, like boxes stored on a high shelf, only to be knocked down when life triggers them. And when they fall, we’re left scrambling, unsure how to sort through the mess.
But here’s the truth: we were never meant to navigate our pain alone.
In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of connection and healing. We’ll explore the science behind co-regulation—how our brains sync with safe, supportive people to process pain—and break down the concept of therapeutic memory reconsolidation. By unpacking our past with a trusted friend, mentor, pastor, or counselor, we create space for healing, resilience, and deep emotional freedom.
Join us as we discuss:
- Why unprocessed pain lingers and resurfaces in unexpected ways
- How the presence of a “mature other” helps us heal
- Practical steps for creating relationships that foster emotional safety
- The Pain Processing Sequence: a roadmap for real-time healing and resilience
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by past wounds or struggled to process difficult emotions, this episode is for you. Healing happens in relationship—and together, we can lighten the load.
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