About Me

Shirene GentryAuthor and Certified Life Coach

Shirene Unveiled

Education

I am a Board Certified Master Christian Life Coach through the American Association of Christian Counselors and have professional memberships with the AACC and the International Christian Coaching Association.

I hold a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University (2009), paralegal certification from The National Center for Paralegal Training (1984), and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Wake Forest University (magna cum laude, 1984).

Areas of Service and Competence

Stress Management: Identification of stressors, positive behaviors for coping with stress, boundary setting, identifying unhealthy thought patterns and choices that cause stress, and daily methods for dealing with chronic stress.

Health & Wellness: Identification of daily dietary choices; positive behaviors for making changes in health, diet, sleep, and daily stress management; identification of barriers and negative thought patterns that prohibit necessary changes in health and wellness.

Relationships: Identification of barriers to optimal functioning in relationships, discovery of core relational beliefs of self, others, and God; learning communication techniques; effective tools for dealing with daily frustrations in relationships.

Marriage: Identification of growth barriers and an assessment (Prepare/Enrich) to reveal past and present areas of dissimilarity that prohibit change.

Assessment measures will be used to assess the client’s progress and goal(s) during the coaching relationship.

Integration of Faith and Scripture

All of us live from a set of core beliefs. I believe that the source for permanent change is found in our Creator who knew us before birth and is sovereign over all of our days (Psalm 139). The source for change is relying on Christ’s power, a spiritual strength that is much greater than our man-made efforts. If the client chooses, coaching will include integration of faith, Scripture, and prayer which enhances the process of growth in all areas of one’s life.

Unveiling Family Facts

My husband, Joel, and I were married in 1984, and we have two adult sons. My husband is in private practice as a general dentist, and we have made High Point our home since 1988.

Testimony & Mission

I began a personal journey of reflection and spiritual growth after the death of my parents in 2001. Although my faith had always been a vital part of my life, it became the foundational cornerstone during this time of renewal. The passage of Scripture that God constantly placed before me was 2 Corinthians 3:16: “But when anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away”

There are metaphorical “veils” that cover our hearts and minds that prevent us from seeing life or our circumstances clearly. My perceptions of life were not accurate, thus many “veils” smothered my ability to live with inner peace and contentment. God had much unveiling to do! Some of my “veils” included poor coping skills, inaccurate and negative thoughts, and internalized emotions. It was during this time that my faith brought me to a spiritual crossroad. I needed to know that God was intimately involved in the details of my life. And, tru to His Word, His message did not return void (Isaiah 55:11).

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