Elijah Institute

Dr. Gerry Crete brings over three decades of experience as an educator and mental health professional to his diverse roles. An advocate for integrating Christian principles with effective mental health treatment, Dr. Crete is the author of "Litanies of the Heart: Relieving Post-traumatic Stress and Calming Anxiety Through Healing Our Parts," published by Sophia Institute Press. Holding a bachelor’s degree in history from Queen’s University in Kingston, Canada, and a doctorate in Counselor Education with a cognate in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Georgia, Dr. Crete is the founder of Transfiguration Counseling and Coaching. His clinical expertise spans trauma, addictions, and anxiety disorders, and he is licensed as a Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, and EMDR Consultant. Additionally, Dr. Crete is a former President of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association, where he frequently presents on the integration of faith and psychology. Alongside Dr. Peter Malinoski, he co-founded Souls and Hearts, an online mental health resource catering to Catholics, offering communities, courses, podcasts, and blogs. Dr. Crete's commitment to advancing mental health within the Catholic community extends to facilitating retreats, workshops, and providing consultations for various Catholic organizations.