The Christian Clinician

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter, a wellness expert who integrates faith and evidence-based medicine, tackles the most common objections to the resurrection of Jesus. Drawing on her personal journey through doubt, extensive historical and theological research, and her academic background, she breaks down skeptical arguments and shares logical, evidence-based respo...

Episode Summary In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter continues her deep dive into the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus Christ, focusing on the final three of Gary Habermas’ “minimal facts” argument. Dr. Tanya Paynter, a passionate advocate for integrating faith and evidence-based medicine, reviews the historical and logical support for the conversion of Paul and...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter launches a three-part apologetic series on the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus, focusing on the "minimal facts argument." As a practitioner who combines faith with evidence-based medicine, Dr. Tanya Paynter discusses how understanding historical evidence for the resurrection can strengthen both faith and well-being....

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter sits down with Camille McDaniel, a licensed professional counselor from Georgia and founder of Healing Psychotherapy Practices of Georgia. With over 15 years of experience, Camille McDaniel specializes in helping individuals navigate mental health challenges, work-related stress, trauma, and faith-based reconciliation. The conversa...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter shares a personal story about seeking guidance from God and finding clarity through community at church. Dr. Paynter explores the vital role church and fellowship play not only in spiritual health but also in our biological and neurological well-being. She combines insights from scripture, neurochemistry, and research to illustrate...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter shares a personal story about seeking guidance from God and finding clarity through community at church. Dr. Paynter explores the vital role church and fellowship play not only in spiritual health but also in our biological and neurological well-being. She combines insights from scripture, neurochemistry, and research to illustrate...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, Dr. Tanya Paynter welcomes The Apologetics Guy, Dr. Mikel Del Rosario, a professor of Bible and Theology at the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago and author of "Did Jesus Really Say He Was God?" Dr. Del Rosario, with over 31 journal articles published and extensive experience hosting apologetics podcasts, discusses the historical evidence for Jesu...

Episode Summary In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter dives into the historical evidence for the existence of Jesus as a real person, exploring both biblical and extra-biblical sources. She reviews eyewitness accounts, writings of early Christian authors, non-Christian historians, and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies to build a robust case for the historical...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, Dr. Tanya Paynter explores the surprising health benefits of fellowship from both a biblical and scientific perspective. Dr. Paynter, who brings years of experience in naturopathic medicine and group health coaching, explores why robust social connections can provide powerful health breakthroughs that may not be achieved with supplements or medications a...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, Dr. Tanya Paynter welcomes Dr. Kelly Pearson, a chiropractic physician with over 40 years of experience and author of "Eight Minutes to Ageless." Dr. Pearson shares her powerful journey from a Catholic upbringing, through decades of New Age exploration, and ultimately back to an active Christian faith during the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses h...

If you’ve ever wondered where God is during life’s darkest moments, know that countless others have asked the same question. In this episode of The Christian Clinician, Dr. Tanya Paynter tackles one of the hardest questions Christians ask: Why does God allow so much pain?  Through the raw story of a family who lost both of their children, Dr. Paynter explores how suffering doesn’t mean God has aba...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter welcomes Dr. Kaylee Alton, a licensed naturopathic doctor with over 12 years of experience in chronic conditions, including complex digestive, immune, and hormone health challenges. Dr. Alton is also the founder of the Confident Hormone Club and an educator within church communities throughout North America on the intersection of h...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter, dives deep into the roots of anxiety, especially as it affects Christian women. Dr. Paynter examines the biochemical, hormonal, and spiritual dimensions of anxiety, debunking the myth that it’s solely a mental issue or a lack of faith. Drawing on both clinical knowledge and personal experience, she discusses how chronic stress, ho...

In this episode, Dr. Tanya Paynter continues her deeply personal and insightful conversation on how doubt impacts both our faith and our health. Building on last week’s story of her own spiritual struggles, she dives into the four distinct types of doubt—factual, experiential, emotional, and volitional—and explains why identifying them is essential for true healing. Dr. Paynter shares practical to...

If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this all real?” or feared that your doubts disqualify your faith, you’re not alone—and you’re not a bad Christian. In this deeply personal episode of The Christian Clinician, Dr. Tanya Paynter shares her raw journey through spiritual doubt, exploring what happened when her mind questioned everything she once believed. From emotional exhaustion to physical symptoms, she...

In this powerful episode of  The Christian Clinician , Dr. Tanya Paynter, a former police officer turned naturopathic doctor, shares her deeply personal story of trauma, PTSD, and spiritual healing. After surviving a deadly officer-involved shooting, she battled severe anxiety, insomnia, and even physical health struggles like hormone imbalance and miscarriage. But healing didn’t come from medicin...

In this thought provoking episide, Dr. Tanya Paynter explores the often-perceived conflict between science and faith, offering Christian moms and women of faith a new perspective on integrating both into their lives. In this episode, Dr. Paynter dives into historical misconceptions, such as the trials of Galileo and Scopes, and how these events were misunderstood as conflicts between science and t...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician , Dr. Tanya Paynter talks with Dr. Tabatha Barber, a triple board-certified obstetrician, gynecologist, and functional medicine practitioner. Dr. Tabatha shares her journey from being a high school dropout and teenage mom to a thriving physician, crediting her faith for guiding her through both her personal and professional life. Listeners will learn how...

In this episode of The Christian Clinician , Dr. Tanya Paynter explores the deep connection between our unconscious beliefs about God and their impact on both emotional and physical health. Cognitive dissonance—a disconnect between what we consciously believe and what we unconsciously feel—can lead to spiritual confusion, heightened anxiety, and physical ailments such as chronic pain and increased...

Episode Summary In this episode of The Christian Clinician, Dr. Tanya Paynter speaks with Cameisha Brewer, a licensed professional counselor and experienced therapist, about the intersection of mental health and faith. Cameisha brings over a decade of expertise in the mental health field, with a focus on helping high-achieving, professional women navigate anxiety and stress. She discusses her jour...

Summary of the Episode In this episode, Dr. Tanya Paynter welcomes Kristin Fitch, a Christian encourager, speaker, author, and podcaster, who shares her journey of overcoming a severe head injury. Kristin discusses her health challenges, the significance of a positive mindset, and the intertwining of faith and health. Her credentials include hosting the podcasts "Faith Fueled Women" and &#...

Episode Summary In this episode, Dr. Tanya Paynter dives into the fascinating world of mitochondria, the powerhouse of the cell, and its crucial role in energy production and overall health. Dr. Paynter explores how mitochondrial dysfunction can contribute to a range of chronic illnesses like anxiety, depression, migraines, and chronic fatigue syndrome. She integrates this scientific discussion wi...

Episode Summary In this episode of The Christian Clinician , Dr. Tanya Paynter is joined by James Early, an expert in Bible study workshops and host of the 'Bible Speaks To You' podcast. James shares insights from his experience in spiritual healing, emphasizing the importance of adopting Jesus' mindset for personal and collective healing. He discusses the biblical foundation for spiri...

Episode Summary: In this solo episode of The Christian Clinician, host Dr. Tanya Paynter delves into a deeply personal journey of doubt and faith. Dr. Paynter shares her story of almost losing her faith in 2023, her struggles with skepticism about Christianity, and how she ultimately found solid ground again. With a background in applied apologetics, Dr. Paynter explores the intersection between f...

"Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you." James 4:8 In the debut episode of the Christian Clinician Podcast, we'll explore the idea of faith in medicine. We'll look at what the field of neurotheology proves about the benefits of religious and spiritual practices on health outcomes and dive into some of the research around this. The episode covers various studies showcasing...