Our Mission

At The Job Project, our mission is clear: to equip every day people, leaders and churches with faith-based mental health education and resources.

Our Vision

We envision a world where conversations about mental health and faith seamlessly intertwine, breaking down stigmas and fostering a supportive environment for growth.

Through our resources, we aspire to inspire, educate, and foster a sense of belonging within a diverse community.

  • Truth

  • Formation

  • Grace

  • Valerie serves as Executive Director of The Job Project, bringing over ten years of experience in human services and psychology. She holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University and is passionate about the intersection of mental health and spirituality.

    As cofounder and visionary, Valerie has helped shape the mission and direction of the organization. She is committed to a holistic approach that honors mental, emotional, and spiritual well being.

    Known for her empathy and warmth, Valerie leads with a deep desire to help people find freedom from mental and spiritual burdens. Grounded in her faith in Jesus, she upholds biblical integrity and professional excellence, ensuring The Job Project reflects authenticity and compassion in mental health education.

    She advocates for a balanced understanding of mental health that avoids both over spiritualizing and under spiritualizing complex struggles. Through her leadership, Valerie continues to inspire her team and serve the community with wisdom, grace, and dedication.

  • Chris has 15+ years’ experience and serves as Creative Director at The Job Project. With roots in ministry, he’s worked as a musical and vocal director and is a seasoned producer who has led The Job Project Podcast for four years. He holds a Master of Music from the Manhattan School of Music and completed coursework at Relay Graduate School of Education.

    At The Job Project, Chris directs and edits podcasts, videos, and social media, and develops content for Mental Health and The Gospel workshops, drawing on seven years of teaching experience. He focuses on acknowledging Christians’ real struggles and offering Christ-like validation and encouragement. An artist and content creator in his free time, Chris combines artistic vision, education, and storytelling to advance the project’s mission of mental-health and faith integration.

Meet Our Board of Trustees!

  • Abigail Balbi

    BOARD PRESIDENT

  • Chandler Cribe

    FINANCIAL OFFICER

  • Conscious Coore

    STRATEGY AND OPERATIONS OFFICER