For pastors & spiritual leaders

You pour into everyone. Who pours into you?

Your congregation, your staff, your community, your family. But when you’re the one struggling, it can feel like there’s nowhere safe to take it.

John Coaxum, M.Div., LPCC

You’re not alone in this

I know the weight you carry, because I’ve carried it too.

I’ve spent 15+ years in clinical and pastoral counseling, and I’ve sat with dozens of pastors across denominations. As a seminary-trained, licensed clinical counselor, I understand both the calling and the cost of ministry.

Supporting spiritual leaders is one of the most meaningful parts of my work.

John Coaxum, M.Div., LPCC

What we work on together

I help pastors and spiritual leaders with

Burnout and compassion fatigue

Isolation and loneliness in leadership

Addiction

Strain on your marriage and family

Spiritual dryness and seasons of doubt

Church conflict and leadership pressure

Grief, disappointment, and what you never got to process

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This isn’t a Bible study, and it isn’t another accountability group.

This is the deep work: a confidential space to untangle what you’ve been carrying, heal what’s underneath, and lead from a healthier place.

100% Virtual

Meet from your home or office, on your schedule. No commute and no waiting room.

Completely Confidential

What you share stays between us. No one from church needs to know you’re here.

Faith Welcomed

Sound clinical care from someone who understands ministry, with room for Scripture and prayer when you want it.

You’ve spent years caring for others.
Let someone care for you.

Counseling is available to leaders located in Ohio. Leadership and relationship coaching is available everywhere else.

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Take the first step

Ready to move from where you are to where you want to be?

Schedule a session

If you are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or call 911.