I AM HealingStrong

Dr. Ivy Valenzuela-Yu, PhD, was diagnosed with an incurable cancer six years ago, which led to a perspective shift in how she viewed disease. Her diagnosis also served as the catalyst that launched her into discovering a more holistic treatment approach. This approach included prioritizing her emotional health, as well as incorporating a plant-based diet, mistletoe therapy, and several supplements...

Brad Erlandson was struck by a drunk driver in 2002, leaving him in a wheelchair. In this episode, Brad recounts his struggles and how he relied upon God through his physical and emotional pain. His story is an amazing testimony that God works all things together for good to those who love Him and who are called according to His purpose. HealingStrong's mission is to educate, equip and empowe...

Tekquiree Spencer, an actress, filmmaker, and now health and wellness advocate, was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 36 weeks pregnant. After her diagnosis, Tekquiree decided to pursue a primarily natural treatment approach, in addition to some chemotherapy. She received treatment from a holistic doctor, used targeted therapies, and leveraged what she learned as a child from her father, w...

Carol Robles, an attorney from NYC, was diagnosed with Stage IV lung cancer that resulted from her exposure to dangerous toxins at Ground Zero following 9/11. Cecilia Defoe, a former educator, was diagnosed with an aggressive form of esophageal cancer at age 51. Carol and Cecilia met at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in July 2017 during their hospital stay in which they shared a same room...

Ivelisse Page lost her father to cancer at age 13. During his struggle, her father not only came to know God, but his journey brought Ivelisse’s family to faith as well. Years later, despite having a healthy lifestyle, Ivelisse was diagnosed with Stage IV colon cancer. She recounts her journey with her difficult diagnosis, the use of mistletoe therapy, and her decision to live in faith and fight r...

Dedicated naturopathic Dr. Andrea Colon, recounts her journey and motivation in discovering her passion for naturopathic medicine at a young age. In this episode, she highlights the difference between naturopathic and conventional medicine, while emphasizing the need for an integrative treatment approach. Dr. Colon is passionate about finding the root cause of illness and thus treating the underly...

Co-host Ally Powell’s daughter Ellie joins us in this episode as she discusses the impact of her twin sister Izzy’s death on her young life. Ellie continues to keep Izzy’s memory alive, primarily through sharing her experience with others and helping those who also struggle with grief. Ellie highlights the significance of community, friends, and most importantly her dependence on God in navigating...

Rev. Dr. Jason Garwood and his wife Mary discuss a natural approach to healing, inspired by Mary’s battle with Lyme disease. After learning of her diagnosis in her early twenties, Mary followed a protocol advocated by cancer thriver Chris Wark, which included juicing and coffee enemas to help her body heal. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Garwood authored the book, “Health For Life,” in which he emphasize...

Cherie Calbom, M.S., is a leading authority on juicing for health and detoxification. Known as “The Juice Lady,” “America's Most Trusted Nutritionist," TV chef, and celebrity nutritionist, Cherie has helped in pioneering the fresh juice movement around the world. Cherie suffered from chronic fatigue syndrome & fibromyalgia in her early 20s. She began a juice fast which put her on a p...

One of the newest and fastest growing recording artists on the Christian music scene today, Katy Nichole has reached over 150 million people with her debut single “In Jesus Name,” that first went viral on TikTok. In this episode, Katy shares her childhood struggle with congenital scoliosis. Following a surgery in 2014, Katy experienced excruciating pain for three years that would lead to her sever...

In 2019, Cheryl Collins discovered she had a large ovarian cyst that was sitting on a nerve causing a lot of pain. What was supposed to have been a 45 minute surgery turned into a 6 hour hysterectomy. Yet through it all, she had hope in the midst of her suffering and is now able to offer hope to others through her writing of the HEAL Bible devotionals.    Link to studies: https://healingstrong.org...

Clay Adkins worked in law enforcement for 28 years. In 2013, he was diagnosed with renal cell carcinoma. He had a partial nephrectomy of his right kidney and a total nephrectomy of his left kidney. At one point, Clay was told he didn’t have long to live. He soon changed his diet,  and surrounded himself with encouraging friends. Above all, he grew deeper in his knowledge of the power, grace and fa...

Growing up in a small town in South Carolina, singer-songwriter Tasha Layton was grounded in her faith, and passionate about music and worship. However, after experiencing a painful split from her childhood church, Tasha had doubts about her faith in Christ and began exploring other religions - a journey that ultimately led her back to Jesus, the only one who can give us a peace that passes all un...

In today’s episode, hear how Suzy Griswold, founder of HealingStrong, overcame  thyroid cancer and how it motivated her to start the non-profit, HealingStrong. In 2009, Suzy was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Three months after surgery and radiation treatment, Suzy learned that the cancer had spread to her lymph nodes. It was then that she decided to pursue an alternative healing modality known as...

Tim Timmons is a talented American musician who uses his gift to lead contemporary worship and share the love of Christ with others. Twenty one years ago, Tim was given five years to live after being diagnosed with inoperable liver cancer. Yet, today he still lives. Through his cancer journey, Tim discovered that God had other plans for him and was at work in his life. In this episode, Tim shares...

Co-host of HealingStrong, podcaster, and radio personality Jim Mann shares with us how he overcame Stage IV skin cancer, a personal journey that started with a poor prognosis to living a life that is now cancer-free. Through it all, Jim has come to realize that God had a bigger purpose for him, and used Jim's cancer diagnosis for good, allowing Jim to help others who struggle with cancer and...

In this episode, American Journalist, former News Reporter, and HealingStrong podcast co-host Allyson Powell shares her journey in letting the Lord lead after experiencing a difficult loss. Ally and her husband Landon (who currently played Major League Baseball at the time) gave birth to twins, Ellie and Izzy 8 years ago. Izzy was born with a potentially fatal genetic disease called HLH, which req...

Bailey O'Brien is a Stage 4 melanoma survivor who understands the fear that accompanies a cancer diagnosis. After pursuing conventional treatments for a while, Bailey decided to take new approach, and put her trust in complementary and alternative treatments. She has been in remission for 5 years. Bailey encourages and empowers others to do their own research and find their own pathway to hea...

Chris Wark, a cancer survivor and best-selling author, was diagnosed with Stage III colon cancer in 2003. After surgery, he opted out of chemo and began using nutrition and natural therapies to heal. In this episode, Chris discusses how his lifestyle changes (both physical and mental), coupled with his faith and decision to forgive, led him to be cancer-free today, while helping others along the w...

Join Jim Mann and Ally Powell as they bring you inspirational, real-life stories from people who have overcome major obstacles in their lives and found a renewed sense of purpose and hope in learning to trust God in difficult times.  HealingStrong's mission is to educate, equip and empower our group leaders and group participants through their journey with cancer or other chronic illnesses, a...