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1,500 Pastors Leave Ministry Every Month.
You Don’t Have to Be One of Them.

I’ve been where you are—on the edge of quitting, struggling in silence, wondering if anyone understands. After losing my marriage, my ministry, and nearly my life, God taught me how to transform pain into purpose. Now I help pastors like you do the same.

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1,500 pastors leave ministry every month. Don’t wait until you’re one of them.

Trusted By Pastors Across the Country

25+ Years

Ministry Experience

100+ Pastors

Coached & Restored

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Christian Life Coach

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Flourish San Diego

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Matt Heinricy - Your Caring Coach

“I Almost Became One of Those Statistics”

In 2019, I had it all. Then I lost everything—my marriage, my ministry, nearly my life. Twice I planned to end it. God met me in a psychiatric hospital while on a 72-hour hold and gave me a new vision. Now I help pastors walk the same road I survived through preventative and restorative care.

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Matt’s Story

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From the psychiatric ward to helping hundreds of pastors heal—hear it in his own words.

Testimonials

What Pastors Are Saying

Real words from pastors whose ministries and marriages were restored.

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If it weren’t for Matt, I’m not sure I would still be in ministry. I had a really bad experience early in ministry and was ready to call it quits. Through many conversations, Matt encouraged me and affirmed my calling in ministry. 6 years later I am still in ministry and hope to be a lead pastor someday.

Jared

Pastor, Fresno CA

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Matt is an exceptional coach because he looks at each person as a unique individual to assess what particular area of their life needs focused on at that present time. Whether it’s spiritual, emotional, physical or relational—Matt has an astute awareness of how everything is interconnected.

Brandon

Pastor at Rise City Church

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If it weren’t for Matt, my marriage would not be what it is today. Matt is an exceptional coach because he looks at each person as a unique individual. My marriage is better because of Matt.

Austin & Elizabeth

Couple

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Coaching Packages

Choose the level of support that fits where you are right now.

Helping you work through your
pain to pursue your passion.

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Individual Care Coaching

Help you develop a personalized spiritual growth plan for your life through spiritual, emotional and physical integration and practice.

Preventative Soul
Care

Develop the skills and rhythms that sustain a full life of spiritual growth and maturity. Why wait to develop spiritual and emotional health until you really need it?

Restorative Soul Care

We call this the Pain to Purpose Process. You will learn to process and let go of the pain in your life, build the right mindset and game plan so you can find and fulfill your purpose.

Organizational Soul Care

Help your organization develop an environment of soul care through spiritual and emotional culture building. We will help you identify and develop your own caring coach for your organization or team.

What others are saying

I've worked with individuals and organizations for 24 years and counting.

“If it weren’t for Matt, I’m not sure I would still be in ministry. I had a really bad experience early in ministry and was ready to call it quits. Through many conversations, Matt encouraged me and affirmed my calling in ministry. 6 years later I am still in ministry and hope to be a lead pastor someday.”

JaredPastor, Fresno Ca

“Matt is an exceptional coach because he looks at each person as a unique individual to assess what particular area of their life needs focused on at that present time. Whether it’s spiritual, emotional, physical or relational - Matt has an astute awareness of how everything is interconnected to help him best coach towards the next right step for each person rather than just offering a cliché answer or solution.”

BrandonPastor at Rise City Church

“Matt projects warmth and friendliness. He is readily approachable and easy to talk with, as he is caring and listens well. I see him as someone who is trustworthy and compassionate. When members of our family hit a ‘rough patch’ a while back, Matt was reassuring to us and offered sound advice. I have been blessed to call him a friend.”

JohnLakeside, California

“Matt is a gifted encourager with the drive and the heart to reach all that he meets. He is approachable and funny while at the same time knowledgeable and with enough life experience to propel each of us to embrace God's best.”

KathyTherapist - El Cajon, California

“Matt is a selfless and compassionate leader and pastor who is always striving to help people get healthy. He has a reputation of encouraging everyone towards growth and I've been blessed to experience first-hand his tender guidance to constantly pursue God's will for my life.”

Porshe’San Diego Ca

“Matt is a great counselor, coach, supporter, encourager, and stand-up guy. He has always been easy to talk to, gives truthful and helpful feedback, and deeply cares about me and anyone he spends time with. Matt can help the secular as well as the spiritual on their journey to emotional and spiritual wellness.”

BryanSan Diego, Ca

“To say that Matt is anything less than a counselor, a spiritual director, and a confidant, would be an understatement. From premarital counseling to personal development to digging deep into childhood wounds, Matt has truly helped me to be more emotionally and spiritually healthy and positively improving my interpersonal relationships along the way.”

DrakeSantee, Ca

“What makes Matt such an amazing coach and friend is his aversion to simply telling people what they should do to improve. Rather, he genuinely and compassionately cares for and walks with people, sharing in their journey. He’s not just an instructor, he’s a travel companion toward greater emotional and spiritual health.”

PetePastor, Lakeside Ca

“When I was in the throes of depression Matt came alongside me and not only encouraged me but challenged me to include Christ in my journey toward mental wellness. He used his own experiences to encourage me and his mentorship was a major contributor to the path I am on today.”

DarciRedlands, Ca

“Matt is an incredible counselor because he truly cares and gives you his heart and soul. He is 100% in it with you, walking beside you, crying with you and encouraging you every step of the way. Matt is compassionate, considerate and genuinely sees the best in you and pushes you to see it in yourself. Matt has continually pushed me out of my comfort zone and encouraged me to grow spiritually and deeper in my faith as well as encouraging me to reach for my fullest potential. He is a constant light in my life and a truly gifted counselor.”

TaylorSantee, Ca

“Your Caring Coach... What a perfect title for Matt. That’s how I would describe our relationship with Matt, our Caring Coach. When we first met with Matt we were greeted with an enthusiastic “Hi” and warm smile. We immediately felt safe enough to disclose our martial struggles and how lost we both felt with all the trauma we’ve accumulated in our lives. Matt helped us navigate through our concerns while assisting in setting up attainable goals and encouraging authenticity with our feelings. Every meeting with Matt, my husband and I felt encouraged, supported, heard, and most important to me, validated. Matt was wonderful in creating an environment for healing. In between meetings when I felt like I needed extra encouragement or guidance, Matt made time for it. I would truly encourage any couple in any circumstance to consider Matt as your relationship coach. My marriage is better because of Matt and his godly coaching. I’m so glad we invested in ourselves and I couldn’t imagine a better outcome than what we got with Matt as our Caring Coach!”

Austin and Elizabeth AmeralSan Diego, Ca

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is coaching different from therapy?

Therapy focuses on healing the past. Coaching focuses on moving forward. I work with pastors who are functional but stuck—helping you process pain, gain clarity, and build a plan for what’s next. If deeper clinical care is needed, I’ll always tell you honestly.

How much does it cost?

Sessions start at $150 for a single 60-minute session. Package options range from $699 (5 sessions) to $1,299 (10 sessions). A free 15-minute discovery call is always the first step—no obligation.

What if my church finds out I’m getting help?

Everything we discuss is completely confidential. I will never share anything without your explicit permission. Many pastors carry their pain alone because they fear judgment—that’s exactly why I exist. This is a safe place.

How long does coaching typically take?

It depends on where you are. Some pastors need 1–2 sessions to get unstuck. Others go through a 6-month process. We’ll figure out the right fit on your free discovery call.

Is this confidential?

Yes, 100%. What you share stays between us. Period.

Do you take insurance?

Coaching is not covered by insurance, but some HSA accounts may apply. Many pastors are reimbursed through their church’s professional development budget—I’m happy to provide documentation to support that.

What if I’m not sure I need coaching?

That’s exactly what the free 15-minute call is for. No pressure, no pitch—just an honest conversation about where you are and whether coaching might help. If it’s not the right fit, I’ll tell you.

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