Rev. Dr. Jasper W. Hemphill, Jr., NCAC,CPAC,CSC, BCCC, Biography: Dr. Hemphill has more than ten years of experience in providing pastoral counseling, both as a pastor and clinical professional. Along with his post as President and Founder of Ekklesia Bible Institute – Faith Center: Dr. Hemphill also serves as Associate Professor of Christian Counseling at Vision International University.

Expertise in substance abuse assessment, education, intervention and treatment on both inpatient and outpatient basis, as well as with county/state inmates in correctional facilities and military veterans.

Expertise in integrating therapeutic modalities (individual, group, couples and family systems) to insure quality treatment is provided.

Expertise in working with individuals dealing with PTSD related issues, whether resulting from battering as a child or adult, combat experience or other major stressors.

Extensive training and experience working with multi-cultural and multi-ethnic individuals, couples and families.

Effective presentation and teaching skills – able to convey clinical and educational concepts in a manner that effectively influences positive behavioral change in a limited time frame.

Background includes clinical supervision of counselors, staff and program development