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Christine Parker is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in leadership, public speaking, and teaching. She has held various roles in higher education, including Adjunct Professor of Bible and Behavioral Sciences at Ohio Valley University and Adjunct Professor of Psychology at West Virginia University Parkersburg. Her expertise extends to strategic planning, marketing, and non-profit management, with notable positions at PorchSwing Ministries, Inc. and TriStar Summit Medical Center. Christine is a skilled communicator and has honed her abilities through her work as a therapist, counselor, and spiritual director. She has also developed and implemented marketing plans, managed public relations events, and oversaw collections on past-due accounts. Her educational background includes a Doctor of Ministry from Lipscomb University and a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from Harding School of Theology. With a strong foundation in languages, Christine is proficient in multiple languages, including English, and has a deep understanding of cultural nuances. Her skills in leadership development, event management, and training have earned her a reputation as a versatile and accomplished professional.

Credentials

  • Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
    Albert Ellis Institute
    Jun, 2001
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

    • United States
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Unit Secretary
      • Jan 2023 - Present

    • Patient Safety Attendant
      • Jan 2021 - Apr 2024

    • President & Executive Director
      • Sep 2018 - Present

    • Spiritual Director
      • Apr 2021 - Apr 2024

  • West End Church
    • Nashville, Tennessee
    • Associate Minister
      • Aug 2019 - Present
      • Nashville, Tennessee

    • Professional Speaker
      • 1988 - Present

      Christine is an experienced and popular speaker at workshops, seminars, and women's retreats. While she is adept at developing material over a wide range of subjects, topics of special interest to her include:Strength-based LeadershipThriving in the SufferingThe Power of a Holy CallingThe Unshakeable Kingdom: A New Look at HebrewsUnderstanding the Rabbi Jesus

    • Spiritual Director
      • Apr 2021 - Apr 2024

  • The Counseling and Wellness Center
    • 936 Market Street Parkersburg WV 26101
    • Therapist
      • Jul 2016 - May 2019
      • 936 Market Street Parkersburg WV 26101

      In addition to her Master's level training in Marriage and Family Therapy, Christine brings over 20 years of experience in working with people in to her work at The Counseling and Wellness Center. To her experience in multiple, diverse contexts she adds passion for assisting individuals, couples, and families find wholeness and joy.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Adjunct Professor of Bible and Behavioral Sciences
      • Jan 2012 - Dec 2016

      Christine teaches courses in Psychology, Sociology, and the Bible classes. She also mentors students on a regular basis.

    • Director of Marketing & Communications, Part-time
      • Nov 2012 - Nov 2013

      -Established comprehensive marketing plans for all critical university entities. -Established policies and procedures for internal communications and marketing projects.-Oversaw, wrote/edited copy, and implemented turnkey solution campaigns for Admissions and Development divisions of university.-Planned two major university-wide events and oversaw initiation of third.-Managed all press release work.-Managed all marketing contracts.-Oversaw production of new Admissions video.-Oversaw and developed content for new Admissions micro-website.-Oversaw and began work on content development of new university-wide website.-Managed daily marketing and communications work and tasked all to completion and implementation.

    • President/Owner
      • Dec 2013 - Mar 2015

      Good communication creates connections. Connections between you and your customers result in more confidence in the business relationship and better long-term outcomes for everyone. Porch Swing Communications creates connections by helping our clients speak their customers' language."I want to do important things and do them well. The image of a porch swing fights against rush and frenzy and conjures instead a calm focus on high quality work that gets results."

    • Adjunct Professor of Psychology
      • Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

      Taught Leadership and Psychology courses.

    • Vice President
      • Feb 2003 - Nov 2011
      • Memphis, TN

      -As founding Vice President, developed and implemented all administrated policies and procedures for this applied neuroscience psychology practice. -Developed marketing plan which resulting in 30% growth over 6 months. That growth was sustained across several years.-Developed and updated marketing collateral.-Developed website content and wrote all copy. Maintained and updated web copy. -Managed public relations events.-Wrote, implemented, and oversaw all HIPAA and APA privacy and confidentiality compliance procedures. Served as HIPAA Officer. -Hired and supervised non-clinical staff.-Managed all client accounts.-Managed all 3rd party payor accounts.-Oversaw collections on past due accounts.-Administered psychoeducational evaluational testing, including but not limited to: WISC-IV (intellectual ability test), WIAT-II (academic achievement test), IVA-III (computerized performance test), Conners' Parent and Teacher Rating Scales-Assisted in assessment of data and compilation of psychoeduational evaluations used in diagnosis of learning disorders, treatment planning, and Individualized Educational Plans

    • Counselor
      • Jun 1998 - May 2004
      • Memphis, TN

      Provided counseling services to individuals, couples, and families seeking faith-based counseling services.

  • HopeWork
    • Memphis, TN
    • Counselor, Part-time
      • Jan 2000 - Jan 2001
      • Memphis, TN

      Provided individual and group counseling to students in the Personal & Career Development Class at this faith-based ministry to chronically under- and unemployed individuals.

Education

  • 1988 - 1992
    Columbia Christian College
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
  • 2019 -
    Lipscomb University
    Doctor of Ministry, Spiritual Formation
  • 2009 - 2013
    Harding School of Theology
    Master of Arts (M.A.), Christian Ministry
  • 1997 - 2002
    Harding School of Theology
    Master of Arts (M.A.), Counseling

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