About
The Heart of Focused Pathways®
First formed in 2021, Focused Pathways® is an all-denominational (inclusively faith-based) coaching organization that empowers veterans, healthcare workers, and their families dealing with stress and grief by teaching holistic self-help skills, so that those who support us have a safe place to feel supported.
Meet Ryan: The Soul Behind Focused Pathways®
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Hi, I'm Chaplain Ryan McCollum. As the founder of Focused Pathways®, I bring expertise and a profound personal connection to the challenges of grief and stress. My unique journey from serving as an infantry automatic rifleman during the surge in Iraq and Afghanistan, followed by my experience as a combat medic, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and an ordained chaplain, has equipped me with an unparalleled depth of understanding.
So far, I've been able to help more than 1,000 clients with interfaith coaching. I've supported them through challenges such as:
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Work stress
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Conflict resolution
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Loss of work-life balance
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Divorce or loss of romantic relationships
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Marital distress (loss of connection) or pursuit of marital enrichment
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Loss of trust or faith in a relationship or an organization (moral injury)
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Loss of personal safety (both childhood and adult)
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Bereavement of a friend or family member, and more.
While I can't claim to have experienced exactly what you have, since everyone's experiences are unique, I can say that I have personally dealt with heavy burdens of loss and chaos.
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I have the following certifications: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Neurolinguistic Programming, Mindfulness Meditation, Master Resilience Training (Instructor), Prepare—Enrich®, and the Grief Recovery Method®. I also hold a Master of Divinity degree, which enhances my ability to provide spiritual guidance and support. I aim to guide you through emotional and spiritual wellness while respecting your religious or spiritual beliefs.
With my extensive experience and certifications, I am uniquely qualified to offer:
1. A holistic approach to grief recovery known as Adaptive Grief Tapping (AGT)™ - a gentle method that can help, even when it is difficult to speak about the pain.
2. Complimentary Spiritual Support. This support helps combat loneliness, cultivates positive emotions such as gratitude, identifies and guides life purpose, fosters optimism, and practices compassion (and self-compassion).
Why Focused Pathways®?
Engaging Values for Real-World Solutions: At Focused Pathways®, I am dedicated to helping you actively engage with your values, steering you toward solutions that resonate with your principles and aspirations. This engagement paves the way for personal and community harmony and fairness. I provide strategies to empower you to become the change you wish to see in the world.
Strategy Beyond Words: I recognize the power of transformation that transcends the need for verbal articulation. Clinical Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) offer a compassionate and effective avenue for managing stress, trauma, and emotional hurdles without necessitating the direct verbalization of the problem. This approach is particularly beneficial if you find traditional talk therapies limiting.
A Holistic, Medication-Free Approach: Are you struggling with sleep aids that fall short of your expectations? Focused Pathways® presents a compelling alternative grounded in the holistic principles of integrated and complementary medicine. Our practices, centered around the transformative power of energy psychology, naturally and effectively address emotional and psychological distress.
Dedicated to Veterans and Healthcare Workers: With a profound appreciation for the unique pressures you face, Focused Pathways® tailors its services to meet your needs. I aim to support your emotional and spiritual well-being, acknowledging your daily sacrifices.
Inclusive and Respectful: I welcome individuals from all backgrounds, affirming that diversity is respected and each personal journey is valued within my practice.
Choosing Focused Pathways® means embarking on a journey toward balance, peace, and resilience, guided by a professional who recognizes the depth of your experience and the potential for significant personal and communal transformation.
Join me in fostering a world of greater well-being, starting with the heroes who serve us daily. Step into Focused Pathways® and embark on a transformative journey tailored just for you.