Dynamic author and counselor with a proven track record at Southern Fellowship, adept at fostering personal growth and emotional resilience. Skilled in crisis response and cognitive behavioral therapy, I have successfully mentored aspiring writers and clients alike, enhancing their storytelling and coping strategies through compassionate support and tailored action plans.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Author
Self Employed Writer
01.2000 - Current
Developed compelling narratives that engage diverse audiences and enhance readership.
Conducted extensive research to ensure accuracy and authenticity in published works.
Collaborated with editors and publishers to refine manuscripts for publication readiness.
Mentored aspiring writers, providing guidance on storytelling techniques and industry standards.
Counselor
Southern Fellowship
01.2012 - 03.2025
Assisted clients in identifying personal goals and developing action plans.
Provided support during counseling sessions, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment.
Maintained accurate client records and documentation for follow-up services.
Collaborated with team members to develop resources and materials for client education.
Engaged in continuous learning to adapt counseling strategies based on best practices.
Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
Missionary Bishop ACNA
Self Employed Web
01.2012 - 01.2025
Founded and served as president of AMISTAD MISSION.
We built an orphanage and provided for orphaned and abandoned children.
Organized and facilitated workshops to educate individuals on spiritual growth and personal development.
Mentored new missionaries, fostering skills in outreach strategies and cultural sensitivity.
Simultaneouslly, I served as 9ertified Canon for Pastoral Care of Clergy.
Volunteer Assistant Chaplain at Tutwiler Prison
Warden at Tutwiler Prison
01.2010 - 12.2012
Provided spiritual support to individuals in crisis, fostering emotional healing and resilience.
Facilitated group counseling sessions, promoting community engagement and personal growth among participants.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop holistic care plans addressing spiritual needs of patients.
Led memorial services and rituals, ensuring respectful and meaningful experiences for families and communities.
Mentored junior chaplains, sharing best practices in pastoral care and professional development strategies.
Implemented initiatives to improve access to spiritual resources, increasing support for underserved populations.
Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback collection, driving continuous improvement in service delivery methods.
Enhanced spiritual support by providing compassionate, one-on-one counseling to individuals in need.
Developed and implemented engaging sermons, appealing to diverse audiences and addressing contemporary issues.
Fostered a welcoming environment by creating inclusive programming for individuals of all faiths and backgrounds.
Supported the lead chaplain in crisis intervention situations, providing immediate emotional support and guidance to those affected by traumatic events.
Improved community outreach by organizing regular volunteer opportunities for congregation members.
Delivered motivational talks for various groups within the organization, inspiring personal growth and encouraging spiritual exploration.
Served as a mentor to young adults, guiding them on their spiritual journeys and providing encouragement during times of transition.
Organized workshops focusing on personal growth, mindfulness meditation, stress management techniques for the benefit of congregants'' wellbeing.
Provided pastoral care for grieving families, offering emotional support during funeral planning and memorial services.
Developed and led engaging worship services, ensuring proper liturgical practices were followed and maintaining a rich spiritual atmosphere for attendees.
Collaborated with other religious leaders to organize interfaith events, fostering understanding and unity within the community.
Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
Met with individuals, discussed issues compassionately and determined appropriate type of involvement to meet spiritual needs.
Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Researched and prepared materials used in Bible study and daily devotions.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
Education
Doctor of Ministry - Spirituality/ Pastoral Ministry
Drew University
New Jersey
01-2014
Skills
Preaching, teaching, personal spiritual counseling
Counseling
Mental health support
Self-care strategies
Building rapport
Career counseling
Crisis response
Anger management
Empathy development
Bilingual in Spanish and english
Relapse prevention
Suicide prevention
Client needs assessment
Multicultural competence
Peer counseling
Needs assessment
Care planning
Client counseling
Strong public speaker
Substance abuse counseling
Behavior modification
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) expert
Social skills teacher
Life transitions
Public speaking
Clinical experience
Suicide risk assessments
Addictions specialist
Psychology
Therapy
Emotional support
Accomplishments
Achieved Level Three status as Prison Chaplain through effectively helping with pastoral care of inmates at Tutwiler Prison.
Founder of Amistad Mission
Invited by Drew University to teach METHODS OF CHRISTIAN SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINE TO graduate students.
.Ordained bishop in the Anglican Church in North America.
Affiliations
ANGLICAN CHURCH IN NORTH AMERICA
Certification
DOCTOR OF MINISTRY DEGREE
LEVEL THREE PRISON CHAPLAIN
CANNON FOR PASTORAL CARE OF CLERGY
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Counselor
Southern Fellowship
01.2012 - 03.2025
Missionary Bishop ACNA
Self Employed Web
01.2012 - 01.2025
Volunteer Assistant Chaplain at Tutwiler Prison
Warden at Tutwiler Prison
01.2010 - 12.2012
Author
Self Employed Writer
01.2000 - Current
Doctor of Ministry - Spirituality/ Pastoral Ministry