Dr. Rickey A. Nation, Ph.D.
and wife, Tammy

EDUCATION
Ordained Minister
Ph.D. Christian Psychology
NCCA, Christian Counselor
NCCA, Pastoral Counselor
NCCA, Temperament Counselor
NCCA, Board Certified Sexual Therapy

Board Certified Clinical Supervisor through the National Board of Christian Clinical Therapists

Dr. Nation has extensive training
through Bethany Divinity College and Seminary in the following:
Addictiveness
Biblical Marriage & Family Counseling
Biblical Reality Counseling
Biblical Depression Counseling
Biblical Crisis Counseling

Dr. Nation received training in Biblical Counseling as part of his seminary education and is licensed by the Church
to the Gospel Ministry. He has been counseling families and individuals
since 1991.

EXPERIENCE
Dr. Nation worked in restaurant management, sales and marketing for a total of 7 years. He also began three different youth ministries in several schools. This experience enabled him to begin Abundant Life Christian Counseling Services and write the unique course, How To Begin A Counseling Ministry
and Take It Higher.

ADVISOR FOR COUNSELING DEPT.
Bethany Divinity College and Seminary

CERTIFIED INSTRUCTOR
Satasota Academy Christian Counseling

National Board of Christian Clinical Therspists (Supervisor)

APS Certified

AFFILIATIONS / MEMBERSHIPS
Nominated Outstanding Young American
Nominated Who's Who In Business
NCCA, Professional Clinical Member
NCCA, License # NA72655

Member, Roane County
Chamber of Commerce since 2006

 

 

10 Reasons Distance Education Is Far Superior To Traditional Education by Dr. Rickey A. Nation

Distance education brings out the best in the student. Colossians 3:23 says, “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men”; I personally have two degrees from distance education, a Masters and Ph.D. I believe wholeheartedly these programs gave me the best available education in Christian Counseling. The curriculum in distance education is designed to teach the student in a simpler format. Distance education challenges the student to overcome challenges now so that once their ministry begins, the challenges are dealt with and overcome. Distance education provides unmatched flexibility. There is very little flexibility in a classroom. Through distance learning, your professor is available by phone, e-mail or webcam 24/7. Distance education is fun because there is time to integrate what you are learning into real life. There is time to grow personally through our program. Encouragement cards will be sent regularly to help you stay inspired. Classes begin any time, or as soon as you finish your current class. There is no waiting for the semester to begin. Distance education allows time to research your topic to become thoroughly familiar with the material.