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Certifications & Specialized Training — Why Your Coach’s Credentials Matter
At Called2Rise LLC, your coaching experience is rooted in deep training, professional standards, and evidence-informed methods — all integrated with a strong foundation in Christian faith. Angela W. Startz is not just a believer who coaches — she is a therapeutically trained, dual-certified Master Christian Life Coach equipped to guide you through emotional healing, trauma recovery, relationships, and life transformation with integrity, expertise, and compassion.
Meet Angela W. Startz — Your Certified Christian Coach
Angela brings together formal education, credentialed coaching certifications, and extensive specialized training to support you in:
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Mental health & trauma recovery coaching
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Biblical identity and purpose
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Relationship and marriage support
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Attachment, intimacy, and relational healing
Her professional journey reflects both personal experience and disciplined preparation — blending faith with proven tools for real-world change.
Specialized Training & Certifications
University & Academic Credentials
Angela’s foundational training includes:
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Master of Arts in Human Services Counseling: Life Coaching
(M.A. Life Coaching — awarded with High Distinction) -
Bachelor of Science in Psychology: Christian Counseling
These degrees equip her with a solid grounding in human behavior, spiritual integration, and supportive counseling approaches that align with Christian values.
M.A. Life Coaching diploma awarded with High Distinction
B.S. Psychology: Christian Counseling Degree
M.A. Life Coaching diploma awarded with High Distinction
Professional Coaching Certifications
Certified credentials matter because they show standards, skill, and accountability. Angela holds recognized professional coach certifications including:
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Certified Master Christian Life Coach
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Board Certified Christian Life Coach
(International Board of Christian Coaches – IBCC)
Each certification demonstrates competency in coaching skills, ethical practice, and Christian integration — ensuring you receive support from someone trained to help you grow with wisdom and care.
Certificate for Certified Master Christian Coach
Certificate of Board Certified Christian Life Coach
Certificate for Certified Master Christian Coach
Specialized Training Areas
Couples & Relationships
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PREPARE/ENRICH & SYMBIS Certified Facilitator
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Gottman-informed principles for healthy communication
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Infidelity recovery and trauma support training
Couples - Pre-Marital
Certificate for Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Certificate for Symbis Assessment Facilitator
Certificate for Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
Couples - Infidelity Recovery
Certificate for Learning from Affairs Rethinking Infidelity
Certificate for Treating Affairs and Trauma
Certificate for Learning from Affairs Rethinking Infidelity
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) approaches
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Love & Intimacy in Modern Relationships
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Secure connection frameworks
Couples - Trauma and Addiction
Certificate for Addiction Treatment and Couples Therapy
Certificate for Healing Toxic Injuries in Love Relationships
Certificate for Couples Therapy for Treating Trauma
Certificate for Addiction Treatment and Couples Therapy
Couples - Attachment and Intimacy
Couples - General
Certificate for 10 Principles for Effective Couples Therapy
Certificate for Breakthrough Results for Difficult Men
Certificate for 10 Principles for Effective Couples Therapy
Sexual Addiction
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Master Diploma in Sexual Addiction Recovery Coaching
Master Diploma Mental Health Coaching
Certificate for Sexual Addiction Recovery Coaching 101
Certificate for Sexual Addiction Recovery Coaching 201
Master Diploma Mental Health Coaching
Mental Health, Trauma, & Addiction
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Master diploma: Mental Health Coaching: Military & First Responder Coaching
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The Body Keeps the Score: trauma healing
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Polyvagal Techniques
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Mental Health Coaching & Behavioral Health Education
Master Diploma in Mental Health Coaching: Military & First Responder Coaching
Certificate for The Body Keeps the Score
Certificate for Mental and Behavioral Health Disorders
Master Diploma in Mental Health Coaching: Military & First Responder Coaching
These trainings deepen Angela’s ability to support individuals and couples navigating complex emotional wounds, relational patterns, and healing journeys.
A Coach You Can Trust — With Heart & Credentials
Your coaching partner should be both compassionate and competent. Angela’s certifications reflect:
✔ Professional standards of practice
✔ Evidence-informed methods
✔ Faith-integrated approaches
✔ Specialized support for trauma, relationships, identity, and growth
That means you’re not just getting encouragement — you’re getting skilled support designed to help you thrive.
Ready to Work With a Certified Christian Coach?
Whether you’re seeking healing after pain, guidance for your marriage, or support on your personal and spiritual journey, Angela’s training equips her to walk with you where you are.
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...to explore how her God-centered, professionally certified coaching can help you rise above struggle and live with renewed peace and purpose.