Who is Dr. Jodi or Josephine' Sheppard?
Josephine' (Jodi) Sheppard is successful as a Transformational Life Coach & Counselor, Spiritual Mentor, Self Development Facilitator, and Wellness Educator. She has more than 22 years total experience in health care and public service. Jodi values aiding individuals in their process to personal growth and development in learning to "live purposefully" and to their fullest potential. Individuals from all walks of life, such as professional colleagues, construction workers, homemakers, food servers to those in the medical or service related fields have experienced focus, fulfillment and direction. Ways individuals, couples and families have realized their potential are online, phone consultations, one-on-one, group support, learning in classes or attending Motivational/Educational talks and seminars at arranged locations.
She holds Ministerial Credentials with a Ph.D. in Religious Counseling from the American College of Metaphysical Theology as a Fellow Member, and an M.A. in Counseling & PhD in Religious Counseling –Cum Laude, through Almeda University.
Dr. Jodi takes an eclectic, optimistic approach that includes spiritual perspectives for balancing the "whole" in "wholistic". Through the processes of either Transformational Life Coaching or Wholistic Counseling she assists with individual needs, relationships, physical or sexual abuse, chronic illness, pain management, depression, stress, addictions, recovery, weight loss, smoking, communication, conflict resolution, growth, healing, physical/mental & emotional challenges or disabilities and adapting to life changes. Sessions may utilize meditation, guided imagery, visualization, breathwork, dream analysis, self esteem evaluations, and lifestyle changes. She uses reframing and affirmations to guide you in helping yourself move forward.
Guest speaking has been in such places as "The Theosophical Society" in Detroit, MI. covering issues on "Stress Management and Self-Awareness" in 2007; at the "Unity Christian Church" in Swartz Creek, MI. for "Area One United" speaking on "Confident Christian Women learning to Manage Stress, beginning with Self-Awareness" in 2007. Classes have been taught at "Community of Christ" in Clio, MI. such as "Prayer & Meditation" -meaning, application and techniques/styles available, shared in 2006. Development, promotion & participation in organization for a new annual "Motivational Gathering & Leadership Celebration" for the Blue Water Mission Center of the "Community of Christ" church -first successful location held at the Clio, MI. branch in 2007.
She is an active member of the "Spiritual Renewal Team" as Instructor & Staff since 2003. Retreats are regularly held twice a year at the "Blue Water Campground" in Lexington, MI. The team has also held Retreats at "Camp Manitou" in Manitou, MI.
Jodi is active in church and volunteer activities, Missionary and Family Outreach, teaching, writing and enjoying additional creativity in her cooking, canning & baking through "Aunt Jo's Kitchen." Her articles have appeared in the "Healing Gardens Journal" both online and in print since 2003. Beginning June 2007, she has been listed as a "featured Coach" on "Coach-Connect.net" and has her articles (also archived) featured here as well.
You can veiw and purchase some of her articles right here online. Simple move through the website and select the topics that appeal to you and click on the "buy now" button. it will direct you to the process to purchase.
Her latest work has been creating an entire program in "Relationship Recovery", which assists those in the healing process and learning of healthier relationships and of self-awareness. This is working with divorce, widowhood, separation and even those who would like to strengthen their relationships or gain working tools in preparing for entering or creating a strong, new relationship.
You are invited to view more articles that are periodically published at "Associate Content."
Working with Dr. Jodi, be prepared to experience new perspectives and find a renewed sense of inner clarity!
She is a Counselor, Consultant and Life Coach Advisor contracted through "TheCounselors.com" and "Keen Advisors.com" as well as "Coach-Connect.net."
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Mailing Address:
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Madison Heights, MI. 48071
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Dr. Sheppard has been in private practice since 1994 and is a member of the Michigan Counseling Association, Herbal Healer Academy and Fellow Member of The American College of Metaphysical Theology, with Ministerial credentials. She is fully credentialed with a PhD in Religious Counseling through The American College of Metaphysical Theology and Almeda University, Masters in Counseling through Almeda University, and is a Certified Natural Health Consultant, Reiki Master, Jin Shin Practitioner, Reflexologist and Therapeutic Massage Therapist. Jodi is also fully insured with HPSO liability insurance.
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Testimonials (Approval obtained prior to publication of testimonials. JS)
"...I recommend your counseling & support. You have given me professional insight within the spectrum of my clientele and genuine compassion & clarity over concerns of family that were momentarily a challenge... Respectfully," ~Dr. E.D. from B.C., MI. (MD) "...the one who listens with heart and mind; then allows me to think through what I said instead of just telling me what I should do... thanks for your guidance and your compassion!" ~ D.J. from Denver, CO. (CEO) "...I didn't realize talking to someone that may have had similar personal experiences and professional know-how, would be a person I could get a neutral or clear perspective in my own life, until I took the chance... I am glad I did & have made better choices for it!" ~ C.B. from Des Moines, IA. (Waitress) "...there is so much hype and a lot of confusing information about diet, nutrition, what to do or not to do... when I consulted with Dr. Jodi, she helped me realize what was unique for my personal needs, habits, body type and personality! It makes sense now -Thanks! (I have even lost 35 lbs. in 2 months!)" ~ D.B. from Saginaw, MI. (PTA) "...I appreciate how I learned to apply exercises that helped me to manage my stress & my pain levels during my other therapies... also successful communication for self-expression in improving my relationship... I am doing better in saying exactly how I feel or what I want, without finding fault with circumstances or others first. Thanks for the subtle, yet clear direction!" ~ B.L. from Saginaw, MI. (Police & Military) 
Special Thanks There are times in our lives when it is important to pause and acknowledge those whom have touched us in some way; either to motivate us to become better than what we were, support us in changes we were making or going through, encourage us to make change, be who we were made to be or recognize what we were not. I am taking that moment now. I am blessed with so many people in my life -from birth until this very moment that I am writing & it will not cease until I have left this earth! I am blessed with many who have been in my life as a child, in my teen years & throughout my adult life, if even briefly, that either lifted me up a way that reminded me of my resiliance or challenged me to reach deeper for the inner strength, courage & drive that already existed -though yet to be discovered. There are those that I have been blessed with short term friendships & life long friendships. Those that were brief, but profound moments which also inspired me to be who I am today. I have been inspired by great authors, the world around me, and even great discouragements in life events -along with the very rewarding moments in time. Right now, there are a few individuals that I wish to mention by name, and my love still goes out to the many others that have & are still very much a part of my life (just so many to list): I wish to thank my family for their love, support, grounding ability & challenges that have inspired me; I wish to thank my dear friends Zuki Zuchel, Cindy Dewar (Sister), Carol (Spicer) Taylor and Paul Lucero for their geniune & longevity of friendship, idealism, love, support & encouragement. May we each continue to lift one another up, inspire each other and encourage all to be the best we were intended to be in ourselves! 
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