Grace & Joy Coaching

Grace & Joy Coaching is owned and operated by Kendra McDonald - a friend of Jesus. She walks in his Grace, watching him bind up the broken, emblazing her with a passion for seeing people walk in genuine intimacy with the King of Kings, Jesus Christ. The Father hand crafted her with a curiosity and love for His Word and creation, especially His people. She has worked alongside counselors and educators, enhancing most environments with joy, kindness, mercy, and safety. She loves building and maintaining community, believing that healthy environments help foster healthy individuals. Kendra trusts Jesus Christ to come into sessions as the Wonderful Counselor and lead and guide the work. "I love taking the journey with the individuals, and I especially love linking arms with the Lion of Judah as we take the journey with the broken-hearted. Jesus moves my heart with Mercy and Compassion."

 

Kendra began her formal training by pursuing an Education degree in English; however, God had a different plan he began revealing in the beginning of College Sophomore year. She switched her major to Psychology and received an Associates from Amarillo College in 2004. She then continued her studies and received a Bachelor of Art in Psychology from West Texas A&M University in 2007. Kendra believed God would direct her to Bible College or seminary and even applied to a handful of places; however, the Father had a different idea. Kendra stayed at West Texas A&M University and completed a Masters of Art in Counseling in 2010. Kendra pursued counseling licensure for a season, learning play therapy, family and marriage counseling, and child group therapy. This was the foundation God used to build on when Kendra was introduced to Daniel Duval and Prayer Coaching. God confirmed and tailor made the methodology Kendra follows today. Although she is not a licensed counselor, she is a talented steward of relationship, leaning into the intimacy she shares with Jesus, Holy Spirit, and the Father.