Speaking & seminars
Practical messages for Mental Wellness, Marriages, and Men
John Coaxum brings 15+ years of pastoral and clinical counseling to conferences, retreats, men’s gatherings and church services. Every talk is grounded in Scripture and real counseling experience, and built so people leave with something they can use the next day.
Signature talks
Topics John speaks on
For marriages
Built Together: A Blueprint for Spiritual Partnership
A look at what it means for a husband and wife to build a shared life, faith and calling as true partners.
What He Won’t Say, What She Can’t Say: The Hidden Struggles of Men and Women
Husbands and wives hear about each other’s struggles in the same room, so they leave with more empathy and better language for what their spouse is carrying.
For men
Fathered by God: The Stages of a Man’s Journey
Using John Eldredge’s framework, men look at where they are in the journey of manhood, what they may have missed and how to move forward.
The Man Behind the Mask · Called Out of Comfort · Superman Syndrome
A 3-part series
A deeper look at the hidden struggles of men, using the life of Moses as the backdrop.
Mental wellness
Therapy & Theology
A look at the intersection of faith and mental health.
Effects of Trauma
An examination of the reality of trauma and how it affects us all.
These are just a few of the topics John speaks on. Have a theme in mind for your event? He can shape a message around it. Ask about a custom topic →
On stage
John in action
About John
Pastor’s heart. Counselor’s training.
John Coaxum, M.Div., LPCC, is a seminary-trained, licensed clinical counselor and the founder of Bridgeline Counseling Services. With 15+ years of pastoral and clinical experience and more than 100 individuals and couples served, he brings both Scripture and sound clinical insight to every room he speaks in.
Seminary trained
Master of Divinity, with years of pastoral ministry behind every message.
Licensed counselor
LPCC in Ohio, bringing clinical insight that goes beyond inspiration.
Prepare/Enrich certified
A certified facilitator of one of the most widely used relationship assessments.
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Prefer to talk? Call (614) 656-2722 or email johnc@bridgelinecounseling.com