Essentially Soulful
Welcome to Essentially Soulful—a reflective podcast where psychospiritual insight meets real-life practice, and where lived experience is honored as much as formal training.
I’m DeeAnna Merz Nagel—psychotherapist, aromatherapist, coach and spiritual teacher. In this podcast, you’ll hear me in conversation with Betty—my AI co-host and thoughtful companion—who helps draw out the insights I’ve gathered over more than 25 years in the helping and healing arts.
These episodes are conversational and candid, blending past writings, teachings, case reflections, and personal narratives. I speak both professionally and personally—offering practical wisdom for therapists, coaches, healers, and anyone drawn to soulful service.
From intuitive practice and trauma-informed care to self-reflection, spiritual growth, and burnout recovery, Essentially Soulful is a space for listening deeply and living more consciously. One week, we might dive into Jungian archetypes or soul retrieval; the next, we’ll tackle everyday wellness topics — like the hidden hazards of synthetic fragrances or how to create a healthier home with aromatherapy.
🌀 Think of this podcast as food for thought, not a prescription pad—please seek professional guidance for your unique needs.
🌀 Please note: All case examples are fictionalized and created solely for training and education. Any resemblance to real individuals is purely coincidental.
Episodes average 10 minutes and include references to original published materials and other resources when applicable.
Essentially Soulful
Essential Soul Care: A Psychospiritual Model for Therapists, Coaches and Healers
Explore a groundbreaking psychospiritual model that seamlessly integrates traditional therapy with spiritual practices, offering transformative tools for both practitioners and individuals.
In our premier episode we will disuss Essential Soul Care®, a psychospiritual model encouraging expansion and a life fully lived. While this podcast will address many topics ranging from wellness protocols to clinical supervision, we're kicking off with the theme that has influenced this podcast to even be in existence!
Essential Soul Care®: Book, Deck, Course
https://deeannamerznagel.com/essential-soul-care/
Essential Soul Care® Case Study*
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wQ41CSbczxFnub_UnPkcGjRy1xyKff_h/view
*Nagel, D.M. (2023). Psychospiritual coaching with essential soul care. In D.M. Nagel & M.L. Akridge (Eds). Case Studies in Spiritual Coaching: A Survey Across Life, Wellness and Work Domains. Charles C. Thomas, Publisher.
Live Workshops
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/essential-soul-care-series-3547789
Essential Soul Care® Academy
https://deeannamerznagel.com/essential-soul-care-academy/
