Chuck DeGroat
Chuck DeGroat is a follower of Jesus, a husband to Sara, and father to two amazing daughters. He serves as Professor of Counseling and Christian Spirituality and Executive Director of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Western Theological Seminary in Holland MI. He’s also a faculty member for the Soul Care Institute.
A licensed therapist, a spiritual director, author of five books, and retreat leader/speaker, Chuck has specialized in issues of abuse and trauma, pastoral (and leadership) health, and navigating issues of doubt and dark nights on the faith journey. He’s also a Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Reformed Church in America, and has pastored in Orlando and San Francisco before transitioning to training and forming pastors.
Chuck also trains clergy in issues of abuse and trauma, conducts pastor and planter assessments, and facilitates church consultations and investigations of abuse among pastors and within congregations.