9. The Origin Story of Splankna with Founder Sarah Thiessen
Release Date: 05/13/2025
20. Healing Against All Odds: Tiffany’s Story of Emotional Freedom- TIFFANY STURMS
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
📖 Episode Summary: 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 welcomes Tiffany Sturms to share her extraordinary healing journey—one that defied diagnoses, statistics, and every odd stacked against her. Though she was never formally diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder, Tiffany believed she carried its symptoms as a result of deep trauma from her upbringing. But today, she is thriving—emotionally, spiritually, and relationally—in ways...
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19. The Theology of Splankna: Is It Biblically Sound?
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
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 powerful and foundational episode, host Laura Milliken is joined by Sarah Thiessen, creator of the Splankna protocol, to walk through the theological backbone of this unique healing tool. They explore what makes Splankna distinctly Christian, how it aligns with Scripture, and why the tools it uses—like muscle testing and meridian points—do not contradict biblical truth. You’ll hear how God designed the body to participate in...
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18. Why Splankna Isn’t New Age—A Conversation with the Founder
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
đź“– Episode Summary: 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 is joined by Sarah Thiessen, founder of The Splankna Institute, to answer a question many Christians are asking: Is Splankna New Age? Sarah brings clarity, biblical grounding, and deep experience to this conversation, explaining how Splankna incorporates the tools of energy psychology within a framework that honors the authority of Scripture and the lordship of Jesus Christ. They...
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17. Faith Meets Neuroscience: How Splankna Unlocks Emotional Freedom
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
Episode Summary: 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 breaks down what Splankna actually is—from the science behind energy healing to the spiritual foundation that sets this protocol apart. Whether you're brand new to Splankna or still wrestling with some skepticism, Laura explains the mind-body connection, how trauma gets stored in the body, and why muscle testing and prayer are powerful tools in the healing journey. You’ll walk away with a...
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16. Splankna Uncovered: FAQs, Stories, and Surprising Insights from the Founder
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
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 is joined by Sarah Thiessen, founder of The Splankna Institute, for an honest and practical conversation about the real work of emotional healing. Together, they explore what it means to be a Splankna practitioner, the challenges of navigating the subconscious, and how God meets people in profound ways during sessions. They discuss the balance between spiritual authority and surrender, the common fear of...
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15. Fear Is a Liar - Learning To Lead Your Thoughts
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
📖 Episode Summary: 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 dives deep into the topic of fear and anxiety—how it shows up in our minds, our bodies, and our faith. With insights from her work as a Splankna practitioner and her own personal journey, Laura shares how to recognize fear-based thought patterns, reclaim spiritual authority over them, and anchor yourself in peace. She explains how fear physiologically affects the nervous system, how faith...
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14. Opening A Safe-House: Healing Through Human Trafficking : BRITNEY HIGGS
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
📖 Episode Summary: 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 Brittany Higgs, founder and CEO of Her Campaign, a nonprofit organization devoted to empowering and restoring survivors of human trafficking. Brittany shares her powerful story of transformation—from entrepreneurship to full-time advocacy—after witnessing the devastating realities of trafficking. Together, they explore the deep healing journey for survivors, including...
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13. The Lies We Believe and How To Unlearn Them
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
📖 Episode Summary: 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 explores the concept of false identities—those deep-seated beliefs we form through trauma, hurtful words, and past experiences that keep us from walking in the truth of who we are in Christ. She discusses how these false identities take root, the role of neuroplasticity in reshaping our minds, and how spiritual and emotional healing begins when we intentionally renew our minds with God's...
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12. Understanding End Times: Prophecy, Israel, and the Return of Christ (Part 2 with Ryan Davenport)
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
Summary In part two of Laura’s conversation with Ryan, the topic shifts to biblical prophecy and the signs of the end times. They discuss the rapture, the seven years of tribulation, and the rise of the Antichrist. Ryan shares insights on the significance of Israel, the third temple, and the Abraham Accords, explaining how these elements fit into a biblical timeline. This powerful episode encourages believers to live with urgency, clarity, and peace as they understand their place in God’s redemptive plan. 📝 Key Takeaways The Bible is 32% prophecy—understanding it helps prepare...
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11. Reading the Bible Isn't About Discipline- It's About Freedom. RYAN DAVENPORT
The Energy to Heal- Faith-based Inner Healing, Emotional Freedom, Spiritual Growth and Inner Transformation, Trauma-Informed Christian Therapy, Subconscious Reset
Summary In this first half of Laura’s conversation with Ryan, they explore why regular Bible reading is essential to spiritual growth and emotional healing. Ryan shares how understanding Scripture leads to maturity in faith and a clearer grasp of God’s grace. They discuss how believers can take their thoughts captive, walk confidently in their identity as new creations, and let go of striving in favor of allowing God to move. This episode offers practical encouragement and spiritual insight for anyone seeking to deepen their relationship with God through His Word. 📝 Key Takeaways ...
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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, host Laura Milliken sits down with Sarah J. Thiessen, the founder of Splankna, for a powerful and transparent conversation about her personal and professional journey into the world of energy psychology. Sarah shares how growing up in a conservative faith tradition sparked questions about healing that traditional therapy couldn't answer. Her story takes listeners through the development of Splankna, the frustrations she encountered in traditional mental health practice, and the turning point moments that opened her to holistic, faith-based healing. Together, Laura and Sarah explore the integration of energy medicine, spiritual discernment, and client transformation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the heart behind Splankna and how faith and science can work together to promote real psychological and emotional change.
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Traditional therapy didn’t provide Sarah the tools for real change in clients.
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Splankna was born out of personal frustration, spiritual hunger, and years of trial and error.
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Energy psychology bridges the gap between emotional trauma and true healing.
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Thought Field Therapy was a pivotal moment in Sarah’s journey.
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Faith and spiritual boundaries were non-negotiables in developing the Splankna protocol.
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The process of healing includes both the physical and the spiritual.
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Touch and intention are central to how energy healing works.
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God played a constant role in guiding Sarah’s decisions and breakthroughs.
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Real-life client stories confirm that healing is not only possible—it’s happening.
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Teaching and training others has become a key part of Sarah’s mission.
🌟 About the Host
Laura Milliken is the host of The Energy to Heal podcast. She is a Master’s Level Splankna Practitioner, a registered nurse, and a dynamic voice on TikTok where she educates about relationships and emotional intelligence. A mother of five and wife of 16 years, Laura brings a compassionate and professional perspective to emotional healing. Her passion is helping families grow stronger through faith-based tools, believing that healthy communities begin with healthy marriages and parenting.
đź“© Connect With Laura
📧 Email: [email protected]
📱 TikTok: @energytohealpodcast | @laura_milliken
đź”— Find a practitioner / Learn about upcoming Splankna trainings: splankna.com
⚠️ 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 treatment. Always consult with your healthcare provider for any medical or mental health concerns. By engaging with this content, you acknowledge that results are personal and not assured.