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WHO WE ARE

The Mission of Chrysalis

The Mission of Chrysalis Counseling for Clergy is to provide holistic programs which equip leaders in ministry to obtain and sustain optimal mental, spiritual, and physical health. We pursue that mission through our specialized Rest & Renewal Retreats, unique covenant groups, and one-on-one counseling services.

Our Story

As the founder of Chrysalis, Rev. Dr. Kelly Jackson Brooks, LPCC is guided by a foundational set of perspectives and motivations. Growing up as the daughter of an ordained minister she witnessed firsthand the unique demands and stresses her mother experienced on a daily basis. Today, Rev. Dr. Jackson Brooks leads a team of fully licensed and certified mental health professionals united in their passion and calling to serve clergy in need.

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Our Team

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Rev. Dr. Kelly Jackson Brooks, LPCC

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Rev. Dr. Kelly Jackson Brooks, LPCC, Executive Director, holds a Doctor in Ministry from Claremont School of Theology focused on clergy mental health, a Master Degree in Counseling from the University of New Mexico, and a Master Degree in Divinity from United Theological Seminary, and is a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPCC). Kelly is the founder of Chrysalis Consulting Center for Clergy and is an ordained Minister.

Our Board

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Rev. Dr. Mahsea Evans

BOARD PRESIDENT

Rev. Dr. Mahsea Evans is an educator, artist, and ordained minister. Mahsea holds a Doctor in Ministry and a Master in Divinity, and currently serves as the pastor of First United Methodist Church of Sacramento, CA.

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Rev. Kenneth Stewart

BOARD MEMBER

Rev. Kenneth Stewart is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church with 21 years of ministerial experience serving local churches across Pennsylvania and Ohio. In addition, Kenneth is part of the Horizon Investments team where he comes alongside churches and nonprofit organizations to further their mission and ministerial impact. Kenneth received his Bachelor of Arts in Bible from Messiah College (Grantham, PA) and Masters of Divinity from Evangelical Seminary (Myerstown, PA), where he graduated magna cum laude.
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Rev. Angela Madden Scott, Esq

BOARD MEMBER

Rev. Angela Madden Scott, Esq is an ordained Presbyterian Minister and attorney. Angela holds a Juris Doctorate from Washburn Law School and a Master of Divinity from Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, and currently serves as the Pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Granbury, TX.
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Rev. Chaplain Major Brandon Johnson, LMFT

BOARD MEMBER

Reverend Chaplain (Major) Brandon Johnson, LMFT is an ordained Church of the Nazarene Minister and holds a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Texas A&M University and a Master of Divinity from Azusa Pacific University.
Brandon is the Family Life Chaplain for Fort Huachuca, Arizona where he serves as an Active Duty U.S. Army Chaplain providing direct therapy to Soldiers and family members and is responsible for training all Army chaplains stationed in Arizona in pastoral counseling skills.
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Mary Ward

BOARD MEMBER

Mary Ward currently services as the Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations at Menaul School in Albuquerque, NM. Mary holds an MDIV from Asbury Theological Seminary and a BA in Journalism with a minor in nonprofit studies. Mary has served multiple churches, new church plants, and Fresh Expression ministries in both the New Mexico and the Mississippi Annual Conferences. Mary has a strong background in public relations and marketing, and has a passion for building communities through a positive mental health lens.

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