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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
Healing Through Connection: How Relationships Rewire the Brain [NICC Episode #44]
God designed us for connection. From the very beginning, He declared, “It is not good for man to be alone” (Genesis 2:18). Yet today, nearly half of American adults experience loneliness—an epidemic that takes a toll not just on emotions but on physical health. Research shows chronic loneliness can be as harmful as smoking 15 cigarettes a day.
In this episode, we dive into the powerful intersection of neuroscience and Scripture, exploring how relationships shape our nervous system, impact mental health, and play a crucial role in emotional healing. We’ll uncover why attachment styles affect our ability to connect, how co-regulation rewires the brain, and what practical steps we can take to build secure, life-giving relationships.
Join us as we discuss:
- The science behind why loneliness impacts health and well-being
- How attachment styles shape our relational patterns
- Why co-regulation is key to healing emotional wounds
- The biblical call to bear one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2)
- How to cultivate deep, healing connections in everyday life
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Thank you for joining us on this journey of integrating faith and neuroscience. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review!
Stay Connected!
🔗 Watch our episodes on YouTube: The NICC Podcast Channel
🔗 Explore all episode landing pages: Neuroscience Informed Christian Counseling® Episodes
Thank you for joining us on this journey of integrating faith and neuroscience. Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review!
