NeuroAlchemy: The Brain-Body Healing podcast

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with psychologist Dr. Gloria K. Vanderhorst for a thoughtful conversation exploring emotional healing, Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, and the lifelong process of reconnecting with parts of ourselves that may have been suppressed or disconnected over time. Drawing from nearly five decades of clinical experience working wi...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with researcher Scott Bukow for a conversation exploring traumatic brain injury, long-haul COVID, neuroinflammation, and the often-overlooked mechanisms involved in neurological recovery. Many people navigating brain injury or post-viral symptoms are told their scans look normal, yet they continue experiencing brain fog, fatigue, cognitive...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Tracy Fance for a grounded conversation exploring intuition, somatic healing, nervous system regulation, and reconnecting with inner wisdom. Together, Sarah and Tracy discuss how healing is not only mental, but deeply embodied. They explore how stress and trauma shape the nervous system, how intuitive signals are often quieted by over...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Phil Kobald, author of Spiritual Parenting and host of the Holistic Circle platform, for a thoughtful conversation about parenting, authenticity, spirituality, and raising children in an increasingly artificial world. Together, Sarah and Phil explore what it means to cultivate inner alignment before trying to shape outward behavior, w...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Mark Burnett to explore brain health, neuroprotection, environmental toxicity, and what becomes possible when someone refuses to let a diagnosis define their future. After experiencing toxic exposure and neurological symptoms, Mark was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and early Alzheimer’s. Rather than accepting decline as inevitabl...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Jennifer Day for a thoughtful conversation about nonlinear healing, nervous system regulation, creativity, and rebuilding self-trust after overwhelm. Together, Sarah and Jennifer explore why healing often happens in spirals instead of straight lines, how the nervous system revisits layers of experience, and why creativity, ritual, and...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with psychotherapist and theoretical physicist Lincoln Stoller for a thoughtful conversation exploring the intersection of neuroscience, neurofeedback, consciousness, and personal transformation. What is consciousness in everyday language? How do brain waves shape mood, focus, and emotional patterns? And why is insight alone often not enou...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy, Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Cori Myka, founder of Calm Within Adult Swim, for a deeply human conversation about fear, trust, nervous system safety, and what it truly means to learn again as an adult. Although Cori teaches adults how to swim, this conversation reaches far beyond the water. Together, Sarah and Cori explore how fear lives in the body, why adults of...

In this episode of NeuroSynergy – The Brain-Body Healing Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Sarah Dawkins, holistic health coach and former registered nurse, to explore the connection between core beliefs, the subconscious mind, and the body’s natural ability to heal. Drawing from her own journey through chronic health challenges, Sarah shares how symptoms can be understood as meaningful mes...

In this episode of NeuroSynergy – The Brain-Body Healing Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Anik Malenfant, an inner work strategist, to explore the journey from survival mode into self-alignment, clarity, and personal sovereignty. This conversation bridges neuroscience, emotional healing, and lived transformation. Together, they explore how trauma, chronic stress, and long-term misalignment...

In this episode of NeuroSynergy – The Brain-Body Healing Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Patrick Boylan, professional pianist and co-founder of MuseFlow, to explore how learning, creativity, and the nervous system are deeply connected. This conversation reframes what it means to struggle, fail, and grow. Together, they explore how traditional learning environments often create pressure an...

In this episode of NeuroSynergy – The Brain-Body Healing Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Daniel Esposito, former NFL player and chronic pain survivor, to explore the deeper layers of healing beyond diagnosis. This conversation moves beyond symptom management and into understanding the relationship between the nervous system, inflammation, identity, and recovery. Daniel shares his personal...

In this episode of NeuroSynergy – The Brain-Body Healing Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young is joined by psychologist Dr. Larry Waldman for a grounded and insightful conversation on personal responsibility, emotional regulation, and the science of real change. Many people feel stuck between awareness and action. They understand their patterns, yet struggle to move forward. This conversation explores why th...

In this episode of NeuroSynergy – The Brain-Body Healing Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young is joined by A.B. Kaura to explore why real change often feels difficult, even when we understand what needs to shift. Many people gain insight into their behaviors but still find themselves repeating the same patterns. This conversation introduces the concept of Thought Architecture , a framework that explains how...

In this episode of NeuroSynergy – The Brain-Body Healing Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Ash Mars to explore the journey from survival mode into a more grounded, authentic, and soul-led way of living. Many people move through life feeling like they are constantly bracing for what comes next. Even when things appear stable on the outside, the nervous system may still be operating in a stat...

In this episode of NeuroSynergy – The Brain-Body Healing Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young is joined by eating disorder specialist Marcella Raimondo for a deeply compassionate and eye-opening conversation on body image, diet culture, and healing the relationship with food. Many people believe their struggles with food or body image are personal failures. In this conversation, Marcella gently reframes that...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy , Dr. Sarah Young speaks with artist and art therapist Lesley Andrew about the connection between creativity, emotional healing, and the nervous system. Many emotions are difficult to express through words alone. Art therapy offers another pathway by using imagery, color, and creative expression to communicate feelings that may otherwise remain hidden. Lesley shares...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy , Michelle A. Kester Marsh explores the hidden emotional and neurological demands of modern motherhood. The conversation examines burnout, emotional load, identity shifts, and invisible labor , along with the cultural pressure known as the “good mum myth.” Many mothers operate in a constant state of nervous system activation while trying to meet impossible expectati...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy: A NeuroSynergy Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young speaks with Jon Ferrand , a practitioner specializing in breathwork and trauma healing. Together they explore how conscious breathing can become a powerful tool for regulating the nervous system and supporting emotional recovery. Jon shares his personal journey with breathwork and how it transformed his understanding of trau...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy: A NeuroSynergy Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Melissa Marina to explore subconscious healing, identity, worthiness, and the unseen beliefs that shape our lives. Melissa is a destiny and success mentor who helps people dissolve subconscious patterns that keep them stuck in fear, self-doubt, and limitation. Together, Sarah and Melissa discuss how old emotio...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy: A NeuroSynergy Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young sits down with Courtney , a guide who helps high-achieving mothers navigate emotional healing and reconnect with themselves. Many people who appear strong, capable, and responsible are quietly carrying patterns of over-functioning . They take care of everyone else while suppressing their own emotional needs. Over time, this...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy: A NeuroSynergy Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young speaks with writer and healer Kayla McDonald about the connection between trauma, food, self-worth, and emotional healing. Many people approach healing as something serious, heavy, or difficult. Kayla offers a refreshing perspective. Healing can also include playfulness, imagination, and curiosity , allowing the nervous syst...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy: A NeuroSynergy Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young speaks with healing practitioner Brenda B. Bailey about trauma recovery, emotional safety, and integrative approaches to healing. Many people believe healing requires revisiting painful memories or reliving past trauma. Brenda offers a different perspective. Healing can occur through nervous system safety, self-compassion, a...

In this episode of NeuroAlchemy: A NeuroSynergy Podcast , Dr. Sarah Young speaks with flexibility and mobility coach Yulia Yumalova about the powerful relationship between movement, posture, and the nervous system. Modern lifestyles often leave people feeling stiff, fatigued, and disconnected from their bodies. Hours spent sitting, chronic stress, and burnout can create patterns of tension that af...

Keywords Neuroalchemy, healing, self-abandonment, somatic awareness, GLOW method, inner radiance, mental health, personal growth, identity shift, joy Summary In this episode of Neuroalchemy, Dr. Sarah Young engages with Angie Hawkins, a memoirist and coach, to explore themes of self-abandonment, somatic awareness, and the transformative GLOW method. Angie shares her personal journey, including a p...