Deborah Skomba, Ph.D., is a Therapist Coach and Behavior Expert; Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor, Ordained Minister of Pastoral Care, and Speaker; She is widely known for her compassionate, consultative approach to helping her clients thrive. An ambassador of strength-based change, she strongly believes in changing one’s thoughts will provide an opportunity to transform one’s life.
Deborah is the Founder of Heart to Heart Ministry and Coaching, offering Christ-centered biblical counseling and coaching services empowering her clients to harness their God-given talents as they pursue success and live with purpose. Through coaching and mentoring she has seen clients accomplish their goals with great satisfaction.
Deborah holds an AAS from Mercer County Community College, an ABS and B.A. from Somerset Christian College (Pillar College), and Master's and Doctorate degrees from Cornerstone University through the National Christian Counseling Association (NCCA). She received her Life Coaching training and certification through CompassPoint International, also holds Advanced Certifications in Relationship Coaching, Health, and Wellness, Mediation, Family Mediation, and Stress Management through the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), and is a Prepare/Enrich Facilitator.
Deborah enjoys volunteering, exploring new places, reading, writing, long walks, and meaningful talks, especially on the beach. Above all, she loves spending quality time with her husband, her children, and her 5 beautiful grandsons. Her story cannot be told without Jesus, counting the blessings of family and friends.
Her advanced certifications include:
- Relationship Coaching
- Health and Wellness
- Mediation
- Family Mediation
- Stress Management
- Prepare/ Enrich Facilitator
- Life Coach Certification through CompassPoint International