40. Splankna vs. Talk Therapy with KENDAL ROBERTSON

This is The Energy to Heal, your resource for all things Splankna, the faith-based inner healing modality that will help you achieve emotional freedom. In this episode, Laura Milliken sits down with licensed therapist Kendal Robertson for a grounded, hope-filled conversation about emotional health, trauma, and faith. Together, they explore how therapeutic wisdom and spiritual formation intersect, especially when working with individuals and families who have experienced deep emotional pain. Kendal brings years of clinical experience, pastoral insight, and a strong faith foundation to this discussion, offering clarity, compassion, and encouragement for listeners navigating their own emotional journeys. ✨ Key Takeaways: Emotional health is deeply influenced by both lived experience and spiritual formation Trauma impacts behavior, relationships, and nervous system regulation Therapy and faith are not in opposition—they can work together powerfully Long-term emotional change often happens through relationship, not quick fixes Faith provides meaning, hope, and grounding in the therapeutic process Healthy support systems are critical for families and children Purpose-driven work can be both demanding and deeply fulfilling 🎙️ About the Guest: Kendal Robertson Kendal Robertson is a licensed independent mental health practitioner based in Omaha, Nebraska. She focuses her attention on helping individuals, families and marriages. She has 19 years working with children and familise through therapy and behavioral health systems. Offering healing and hope to those struggling with anxiety, depression, codepenency, mental health diagnosis, career changes parenting, marriage issues/communication concerns, and life struggles. The work is priveledged and sacred, one of her greatest callings.  Together Splankna and talk therapy provide healing for people beyond their human limitations!  Interested in counseling? I can be reached at: [email protected] or 402-522-6802     🌟 About the Host: Laura Milliken Laura Milliken is the host of The Energy to Heal and a Master's Certified Splankna Practitioner. She is a registered nurse with a background in mental health and crisis work and a TikTok educator focused on emotional intelligence, healthy relationships, and faith-based inner healing. Laura is a mother of five and has been married for 16 years. Her passion is helping individuals and families experience emotional freedom while staying grounded in biblical truth. 📱 Follow Laura on TikTok: @laura_milliken 📧 Contact: [email protected] ▶️ The Energy to Heal Is on YouTube! Please show your support for this mission by subscribing, rating the show, and commenting on whatever platform you listen on. 🎥 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIhcKzqnllgmJX7HH9Qyr9CnRMUTKU-oR ⚠️ Disclaimer The Splankna protocol is a unique, faith-based modality, and individual experiences will vary. While many people report breakthrough and emotional freedom, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes or timelines. This modality is not a substitute for professional medical or psychiatric care. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for medical or mental health concerns.