The Healing Journey; a safe space to engage in vulnerable discussions.

Dr. Kate Oland
  • 5.0 (1)
  • Alternative Health
  • Updated Weekly

The Healing Journey is a safe space to explore the many layers of healing—physical, emotional, spiritual, and beyond. Hosted by Dr. Kate Oland, a certified expert-level myofascial release physical therapist and passionate advocate for holistic wellness, this podcast invites you into real, vulnerable conversations about what it truly means to heal. From money and sex to politics, chronic illness, and relationships, no topic is off-limits. Dr. Kate shares her own personal experiences while also highlighting voices from both professionals and everyday people who have navigated their own unique healing paths. Whether you're seeking practical insight, emotional support, or simply a reminder that you're not alone, this show is here to inspire and empower. At the very least, let this be your gentle nudge: take care of yourself.

  1. Oct 4

    S2 E3 Healing From a Life You Didn't Choose with Jane Garnett

    In this episode: 1. Rewriting the Stories We Inherit2. Reclaiming the Body, Desire, and Erotic Energy3. Healing Through Storytelling and Embodied Awareness4. Plant Medicine, Spiritual Healing, and Integration5. From Individual Healing to Collective Transformation   You might want to know more about…Jane’s Work: https://www.janegarnett.com/ Los Angeles Times, “Is this dance party the ‘deepest, cheapest’ therapy session in L.A.?”: https://www.latimes.com/lifestyle/story/2026-09-29/emdr-healing-rave-marina-del-rey-jane-garnett Join Jane’s next EMDR dance party! https://www.janegarnett.com/emdr Audre Lorde’s essay, “Uses of the Erotic: The Erotic as Power”:https://mundoshabitables.com/media/pages/biblioteca/los-usos-de-lo-erotico/a52dc8c4d7-1754436835/the-uses-of-the-erotic-audre-lorde.pdf Writing your story as a healing practice: https://www.enterpeace.co/ Learn more about our sponsor, Thrive Everywhere: Thrive Everywhere is a platform designed to help people easily connect with independent healthcare providers based on their specific symptoms, diagnoses, wellness goals, or treatment needs. By bringing independent practitioners into one accessible network, Thrive Everywhere makes it easier for people to discover the right providers and build a personalized team of care and support. Independent Health Care Clinicians! Apply for your Thrive Everywhere profile today: https://thriveeverywhere.net/for-clinicians Jane Garnett, LMFT, inherited family stories, rewriting your story, healing through storytelling, embodied healing, somatic therapy, EMDR therapy, attachment-focused therapy, body awareness, reclaiming desire, erotic energy and empowerment, Audre Lorde Uses of the Erotic, plant medicine integration, spiritual healing, mindfulness and self-discovery, personal transformation, emotional healing, creativity and self-expression, collective healing, becoming the author of your own life  Musical Intro and Outro Comfort by Carbon Leaf Producer: Sarah Bland Advertisement Voice Jake Sebok Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

  2. Sep 27

    Healing Politics with The Forward Party & Brandon Rochon

    In this episode:  Finding Purpose Beyond Passion: Using Your Gifts to Serve OthersCreativity as a Way to See Possibility and Challenge What We’ve AcceptedAuthenticity, Culture & the Power of Telling Stories Without Exploiting PeopleThinking for Yourself in a World That Constantly Tells You What to BelieveCreating Change When the Systems Around You Aren’t WorkingAbout Brandon:  Brandon Rochon is an internationally recognized creative leader, entrepreneur, and storyteller whose work sits at the intersection of creativity, culture, and human connection. As Chief Creative Officer of Notorious111 and co-founder of The Fluent Group, he has worked with global brands including Samsung, PlayStation, Coca-Cola, Louis Vuitton, and Red Bull, while using his creative practice to challenge conventional thinking, build more authentic connections, and imagine new possibilities for people and communities. You might want to know more about… https://www.marcusbarandgrille.com/ https://www.forwardparty.com/ https://www.notorious111.com/ https://wearefluent.com/ Learn more about our sponsor, Thrive Everywhere:  Thrive Everywhere is a platform designed to help people easily connect with independent healthcare providers based on their specific symptoms, diagnoses, wellness goals, or treatment needs. By bringing independent practitioners into one accessible network, Thrive Everywhere makes it easier for people to discover the right providers and build a personalized team of care and support. Independent Health Care Clinicians! Apply for your Thrive Everywhere profile today. Click HERE.    Musical Intro and Outro Comfort by Carbon Leaf Producer: Sarah Bland Advertisement Voice Jake Sebok Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

  3. Sep 20

    Healing From Major Surgery with Terry Clark

    In this episode:  1. What Happens When Your Body Changes and You Have to Learn to Trust It Again  2. Learning to Accept Help When You're Used to Taking Care of Everyone Else  3. Getting Older Without Giving Up the Things That Make You Feel Like Yourself  4. The Ordinary Things That Actually Help Us Feel Better as We Age  5. How Our Bodies and Lives Change, and We Have to Learn Who We Are Now Bonus: Learn about Carbon Leaf’s inspiration and creative process! About Terry:  Terry Clark is the rhythm guitarist and backing vocalist for Carbon Leaf, the Virginia-based indie/alternative band known for its melodic, roots-influenced sound and more than three decades of making music together. A longtime touring musician, husband, and father, Terry brings a unique perspective to this conversation about creativity, aging, health, and recovering from a major injury while continuing to do the work he loves. Learn more about our sponsor, Thrive Everywhere:  Thrive Everywhere is a platform designed to help people easily connect with independent healthcare providers based on their specific symptoms, diagnoses, wellness goals, or treatment needs. By bringing independent practitioners into one accessible network, Thrive Everywhere makes it easier for people to discover the right providers and build a personalized team of care and support. Independent Health Care Clinicians! Apply for your Thrive Everywhere profile today. Click HERE.  OrthoVirginia Dr. Nordt Musical Intro and Outro Comfort by Carbon Leaf Producer: Sarah Bland Advertisement Voice Jake Sebok Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

  4. Jan 25

    Episode 11: Healing the Divide Between Science and Spirituality

    Key Topics Discussed: Ray's Near-Death Experience (NDE) • Gas leak incident at age 20 • Encountering "the light" and a guiding being • The decision to return to life • 20+ year journey to integrate the experience Spiritual Awakening & Mediumship • Post-NDE paranormal experiences • Training with Reverend Joe Sheil • Understanding energy beings and spirit communication • The emotional toll of mediumship work Mind-Body Connection • Dissociation as a survival mechanism • Trauma stored in the body • Chakras and energy centers • The role of fascia in healing Practical Spiritual Tools • Meditation and theta brainwave states • Reiki energy healing • Creating sacred space for connection • Building your own spiritual vocabulary Science Meets Spirituality • Validating metaphysical experiences • The body's vibrational frequency • Manifestation through cellular consciousness • Bridging traditional medicine and holistic healing Guest Resources: • Website: raycatania.com • Books: ◦ "You Are Still Alive Now, Act Like It" ◦ "The Atheist and the Afterlife" • Services: Metaphysical coaching, guided meditations, online courses Additional Resources Mentioned: • "The Case for Heaven" by various authors • "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk  Ray’s Podcast: Atheist dies, reveals GOD is DIFFERENT than the way RELIGION describes• Diary of a CEO podcast episode with Dr. Tara Swart  • John Barnes Myofascial Release  Clinicians: Meredith Brunner, LMT of A Holistic Mere PLLCCall or Text (618)-531-3776 2. Joyce Steward, LCSM of Living Free Center for Spirituality and Healing Call or text (618)-210-3500 or email livingfree5d@protonmail.com 3. Kayci Combs Lueker of Lueker Bodywork Beth Rule of Intuitive Healing by BethBeth@intuitive-healing-by-beth.com or 618-910-8800 4. Eddie Lambert of White Lotus Wholistic Wellness Co-op  https://www.facebook.com/share/1K1Pm1RJcs/ Whitelotuswellness@outlook.com 5. Lindsay Sudeikis of Omnia Sancta   City of Edwardsville Ward Map Edwardsville, IL City Council Contacts Chris Farrar, 1st Ward AldermanWard1alderman@cityofedwardsville.com (618)-692-1603       2. Adam Hanna, 2nd Ward Alderman          Ward2alderman@cityofedwardsville.Com          (618)-685-0233      3. Andrea Miracle, 3rd Ward Alderman          Ward3alerman@cityofedwardsville.com          (618)-789-2225         4. SJ Morrison, 4th Ward Alderman           Ward4alderman@cityofedwardsville.com           (618)-558-3062      5. William Krause, 5th Ward Alderman          Ward5alderman@cityofedwardsville.com         (618)-540-5950     6. Jennifer Warren, 6th Ward Alderman        Ward6alderman@cityofedwardsvlle.com       (618)-304-0424    7. Elizabeth Grant, 7th Ward Alderman       Ward 7alderman@cityofedwardsville.com       (618)-917-0243 Musical Intro and Outro Comfort by Carbon Leaf Producer: Sarah Bland Advertisement Voice Jake Sebok Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

  5. Jan 18

    Episode 10: Healing From CJD (Part 2)

    In this episode of The Healing Journey, the host provides updates on the Thrive Everywhere platform and shares their vision for transforming the healthcare experience. They then pivot to an inspiring conversation with Dr. Sonia Vallabh, a scientist at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. Sonia shares her deeply personal journey from discovering her mother's genetic prion disease, CJD, to learning that she too carries the genetic mutation, and her subsequent transition from law to science in a relentless quest to find a cure. The episode delves into the challenges of rare disease research, the importance of early intervention, and the hopeful advances in treatment development. The host emphasizes Sonia's dedication and the impact of the community in driving forward the understanding and treatment of CJD. The episode closes with a teaser for the season finale featuring metaphysical counselor Ray Catania. 00:00 Introduction and Updates on Thrive Everywhere 01:13 The Mission Behind Thrive Everywhere 02:45 Health Insurance and Impact Health Share 03:32 Upcoming Features and Season Finale 04:56 Catching Up with Adam 05:53 Advocacy and CJD Foundation 08:52 Interview with Dr. Sonia Vallabh 10:53 Sonia's Journey and Genetic Testing 21:04 Challenges and Decisions in Genetic Testing 31:01 Emerging Research in Prion Disease 31:34 The Importance of Prevention 32:15 Challenges in Clinical Trials 34:45 Developing New Therapies 36:41 The Role of the Community 40:17 Personal Reflections and Future Hopes 45:18 Support and Awareness 51:24 Conclusion and Next Steps Musical Intro and Outro Comfort by Carbon Leaf Producer: Sarah Bland Advertisement Voice Jake Sebok Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

  6. Jan 11

    Episode 9: Healing From CJD (Part 1)

    Guest Testimonial by Adam Bouse https://www.optimism.coach adam@optimism.coach CJD Resources https://secure.qgiv.com/for/advocd/event/advoc/ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17oerMMgfT/ https://www.broadinstitute.org/bios/sonia-vallabh   In this heartfelt episode of 'The Healing Journey,' the host discusses the rare and devastating condition known as Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD). The episode features a deeply personal interview with Adam Bouse, who shares the harrowing experience of his wife's rapid decline and passing from CJD. As Adam recounts the swift and devastating impact of the disease, he emphasizes the importance of community support, emotional resilience, and advocacy. This episode not only provides an educational overview of CJD but also delves into the emotional and practical challenges faced by families navigating such profound loss. Listeners are encouraged to pause, reflect, and honor the stories of those affected by this disease, while also finding hope in ongoing scientific efforts to find a cure. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Connection 02:20 Understanding Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) 04:33 Personal Experience with CJD 06:04 The Impact of CJD on Families 10:39 Interview with Adam Baus: A Personal Story 38:09 Understanding Stacey's Unique Dementia Symptoms 39:09 Navigating Hospice Care 40:59 Making End-of-Life Decisions 41:46 Support Systems and Community Help 43:27 The Role of Hospice and Family Support 51:26 Emotional Intelligence and Coping 57:15 Grief and Community Support 01:04:17 Fundraising and Hope for a Cure 01:13:17 Honoring Stacey and Final Reflections Musical Intro and Outro Comfort by Carbon Leaf Producer: Sarah Bland Advertisement Voice Jake Sebok Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

  7. Jan 4

    Episode 8: Healing from Homelessness

    Healing from Homelessness: Stories, Struggles, and Solutions In this detailed and heartfelt episode of 'The Healing Journey,' the host discusses the multifaceted challenges of healing from homelessness, both from personal accounts and community efforts. The episode begins with an update on the host's new business venture, Thrive Everywhere, an online directory aimed at revolutionizing healthcare accessibility. The main focus shifts to an interview with Bradley, a friend of the host who shares his experiences of being unhoused and the societal stigma attached to homelessness. Bradley recounts his life's trajectory from stable living, divorce, and subsequent struggles with housing, mental health, and societal biases. The episode also features a discussion with Lindsay Apple and David Wilson, who work in various capacities to combat homelessness in their communities. They delve into the systemic issues, funding challenges, and the power of community action. The conversation highlights the complexity of the homelessness issue, the impact of public policy, and the importance of local volunteer initiatives in providing immediate relief and long-term solutions. 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Update 00:49 Launching Thrive Everywhere 02:42 Healing from Homelessness 04:20 Bradley's Story Begins 08:05 Life Challenges and Struggles 16:29 Living Arrangements and Daily Life 21:59 Community Support and Resources 25:35 Volunteering and Personal Reflections 35:47 Reflecting on Compassion and Fear 36:46 Gratitude and Vulnerability 38:11 Personal Guilt and Volunteering Challenges 40:25 Introducing the Next Conversation 41:20 Homelessness in National Headlines 42:24 Meet Lindsay Apple and David Wilson 43:34 Lindsay's Journey into Homelessness Advocacy 45:50 David's Personal Connection to Homelessness 49:12 Challenges in Addressing Homelessness 53:50 Community Resistance and Advocacy 01:09:26 Mental Health and Homelessness 01:13:35 Programs and Solutions 01:17:04 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action Musical Intro and Outro Comfort by Carbon Leaf Producer: Sarah Bland Advertisement Voice Jake Sebok Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

  8. 12/28/2025

    Ep. 7: Healing From Alcohol

    Key Topics: The normalization and dangers of alcohol in societyPersonal stories of struggle, shame, and growthThe science behind alcohol’s effects on the brain and bodyGenerational changes in drinking habitsNavigating social dynamics and boundaries when changing your relationship with alcoholThe power of surrender, gratitude, and self-awareness in healingTodd Kinney’s journey: from “normal” drinking to sobriety and writing his bookThe parallels between alcohol, other substances, and marketing influencesThe importance of community, support, and honest conversationNotable Quotes: “What was once an occasional treat can quickly turn into a daily habit.”“Sometimes quitting drinking is just a decision to improve your life.”“Without awareness, there is no choice.”Resources & Mentions: Book: "I Didn’t Believe It Either" by Todd KinneyNationwide Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting GuideBook: "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel RuizSponsor: Thrive Everywhere (healthcare education platform)Song: “Easy” by Cowboy Mouth (closing segment)Connect: Find Todd Kinney’s book wherever books are sold.Learn more about Thrive Everywhere at thriveeverywhere.com (launching 2026).Closing Thoughts: Healing is possible. Change is possible. You are never alone.   If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review. Thank you for joining us on The Healing Journey! Musical Intro and Outro Comfort by Carbon Leaf Producer: Sarah Bland Advertisement Voice Jake Sebok Voice Intro and Outro by Marcel Brown, my IT guy with a sexy voice.

See All (14)

Ratings & Reviews

About

The Healing Journey is a safe space to explore the many layers of healing—physical, emotional, spiritual, and beyond. Hosted by Dr. Kate Oland, a certified expert-level myofascial release physical therapist and passionate advocate for holistic wellness, this podcast invites you into real, vulnerable conversations about what it truly means to heal. From money and sex to politics, chronic illness, and relationships, no topic is off-limits. Dr. Kate shares her own personal experiences while also highlighting voices from both professionals and everyday people who have navigated their own unique healing paths. Whether you're seeking practical insight, emotional support, or simply a reminder that you're not alone, this show is here to inspire and empower. At the very least, let this be your gentle nudge: take care of yourself.

Information

You Might Also Like