I Help Weary Pastors Find Hope.

The Numbers are Staggering.

• 75% of pastors experience high levels of stress.
• 70% of pastors struggle with debilitating anxiety or depression.
• 38% of pastors have considered leaving the ministry in the last year.
• 18% of pastors say they've contemplated self-harm or suicide in the last year. That's nearly 1 in 5.

But it Doesn't Have to be This Way.

You're not alone. And you don't have to keep walking this journey alone, either.

That's why The Hopeful Pastor exists—to provide the support, encouragement, and practical tools pastors need to restore hope, renew passion, and strengthen their leadership.

• I've been there. As a pastor, I know the weight of ministry—the long hours, the unspoken expectations, and the moments when you wonder if you can keep going. You’re not alone, and I’m here to help.
• Pastor to pastor, let's talk. Ministry is unique, and sometimes you just need someone who gets it—someone who understands both the calling and the cost. I offer real conversations, practical strategies, and the encouragement you need to press on.
• Coaching and Counseling with a ministry focus. With my background in both pastoral ministry and Christian counseling, I can help you process the struggles, burnout, and personal challenges that come with leading a church. This isn’t generic advice—it’s tailored for the realities of ministry life.
• Helping you find renewal, not just relief. You don’t just need a break; you need restoration. Whether through coaching, instruction, or practical strategies to handle life's challenges, my goal is to help you rediscover joy in your calling.
• Practical solutions for real ministry challenges. From leadership struggles to personal discouragement, I provide biblically grounded, experience-tested insights to help you navigate the unique pressures of pastoring.
• Encouragement that's honest, not empty. I won’t just tell you to ‘pray more’ or ‘hang in there.’ You’ll get real encouragement that acknowledges the struggles while pointing you to the lasting hope found in Christ.
• A place to be honest about the hard stuff. You pour into others, but who’s pouring into you? Here, you have space to be real—without fear of judgment—and receive the support you need to keep moving forward.

About Me

For years, I’ve worked with pastors who feel overwhelmed, discouraged, and alone in ministry. I understand the unique challenges pastors face, because I’ve faced them myself.  

Through my experience in both full-time vocational ministry, and expertise gained as a highly-sought licensed Christian counselor, I help weary pastors find hope. 

I created The Hopeful Pastor because I believe healthy pastors lead to healthier churches. And when pastors thrive, their families, congregations, and communities thrive, too.

This isn’t about just discovering another ministry strategy — it’s about helping you find joy, strength, and purpose in your calling again.