CAI SPOTLIGHT

Heart to Heart Ministry and Coaching

An NCCA Certified Academic Institution

Dr. Deborah Skomba

Heart to Heart Ministry and Coaching was born out of my own journey of faith, marriage, and counseling. Having been married to the man of my dreams for over 40 years, I understand the challenges, victories, and seasons of marriage. I also know that with God’s wisdom, grace, and intentional effort, marriages can thrive, not just survive.

Through my work as a clinical supervisor for the NCCA, I see firsthand how Christian counseling transforms lives. By integrating APS Temperament Theory with biblical principles, Heart to Heart Ministry and Coaching provides a faith-based, personalized approach to helping clients find healing, strength, and clarity.

The Heart Behind the Ministry: "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." Proverbs 4:23 (NIV)

Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and new beginnings, a perfect reflection of what we experience in our faith, ministry, and personal lives. As the world around us comes to life, so do new opportunities to step into God’s plan for success.

One of the greatest joys of my work is helping couples reset and realign their marriages with God’s design. Too often, miscommunication, unmet expectations, and external pressures weaken relationships. That’s why I created "God’s Design for Marriage"—a resource that provides couples with biblical principles and practical tools to build a strong foundation.

As a clinical supervisor for the NCCA, I have the privilege of mentoring and equipping new counselors to integrate the APS Temperament Theory into their ministry. This role allows me to help counselors understand themselves and their clients on a deeper level, ensuring they provide effective, Christ-centered guidance.

But beyond my role as a supervisor, author, and speaker, I am first and foremost a wife, mother, and grandmother who deeply values the power of strong, Christ-centered relationships. I am married to the man of my dreams, and together, we have built a life filled with faith, love, and purpose. We are blessed with two grown, married children and five precious grandsons - my "grandjoys" - each a reminder of God’s faithfulness and the importance of family. These relationships have shaped my passion for helping couples build marriages that not only survive but thrive according to God’s design.

As a speaker at this year’s NCCA Conference, I will be sharing an essential truth: who you surround yourself with directly impacts your success, your faith, and the health of your relationships. By aligning your inner circle with God’s divine design, you create an environment where growth, encouragement, and accountability thrive.

Proverbs 13:20 NIV reminds us: "Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm."

Whether in ministry, marriage, or personal life, the people we allow into our inner circle shape our spiritual growth and emotional well-being.

Why does our inner circle matter?

If we surround ourselves with wise, faith-filled, and supportive individuals, we are more likely to experience success, peace, and strong relationships. However, if we allow negativity, doubt, or worldly influences to dominate our closest relationships, it can lead to spiritual stagnation, discouragement, and division.

At the conference, I will introduce The Five-Fold Formula for Success, a biblical framework inspired by Ephesians 4:11-13. This model applies the principles of the five-fold ministry (Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Pastor, Teacher) to help individuals build a strong, balanced support system for ministry, life, and marriage. 

I look forward to sharing practical strategies, biblical insights, and real-life applications that will help you:

• Strengthen your personal and ministry relationships

• Ensure your inner circle aligns with God’s purpose

• Reignite relationships with biblical principles

Just as spring brings renewal, so does aligning your inner circle with God’s plan. Whether you’re a Christian counselor, ministry leader, or married couple, the key to lasting success and fulfillment is to surround yourself with the right people, biblical wisdom, and God’s truth.

This is a season of growth, restoration, and divine alignment. Let’s spring forward together, walking in faith, wisdom, and God’s design for success!

I can’t wait to connect with you all at the conference—see you there!