Philip A. Foster, M.A. - Founder of Maximum Change Christian Life Coaching and Counseling - Philip is known for his approachable spirit, integrity, passion and discernment. His desire and absolute passion is to help others to overcome hardships and to discover a greater life. His philosophy is rooted in his own passion for success, continuing education and from personal life experience of overcoming grief and an unwanted divorce.  Philip is currently working on his board certification in Christian Counseling through the AACC and Licensure through the NCCA.  He is a practicing ordained Pastoral Counselor who is affiliated with a local Christian Counseling and Recovery Center in Murfreesboro TN. Philip resides in Murfreesboro, Tennessee where he is an active member of his church and community.

Personal Experience

Philip has over 16 years of hands on management experience specifically in the areas of office management, operations, human resources and bookkeeping in both for profit and not-for-profit organizations.

Additionally, he has over 5 years experience in faith-based counseling program experience.

Professional Experience

Professional Life Coach and Consultant

Pastoral Counselor

Director of Operations & Finance

Operations/Business Manager

Counselor in Training – Pastoral/Lay Counseling

Group Facilitator for Faith-Based Addiction Recovery Program
Group Facilitator for Faith-Based Grief Recovery Program

Academic Experience

Bachelor of Science ~ University of Tampa, Tampa Florida ~ 1993
Focus: Business Management, Human Resources & Organizational Development

Master of Arts ~ Regent University ~ 2005
Focus: Organizational Leadership, Coaching and Mentoring

Liberty University - studying for a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling -- specializing in Family and Marriage Counseling.

Continuing Education, Conferences, and Trainings

American Association of Christian Counselors ~ 2006  Working toward Board Certification in Biblical Counseling

NCCA - Seeking Licensure if Pastoral Counseling

North American Coaching Alliance - Certificate in Coaching & Mentoring

Other Service and Memberships Past/Present

American Association of Christian Counselors - Member in Good Standing

International Coach Federation - former member

International Association of Coaches

Society for Human Resource Management - former member

Board Member of "Live It Today" a Non Profit 501c3 organization focused on providing opportunities for growth and sustainability to businesses and individuals in transition.

Eagle Scout/Vigil Honors

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