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AUSTRALIA
- Barry Pearce, 19 Creamery Road, Meredith, Victoria, Aust. 3333. phone 0352 861 545. E-mail: pearce19 AT bigpond.net.au: Served with Royal Australian Artillery in SthViet 1970-71. Honorary Director of Veterans Faith & Wellbeing Support-Unitingcare. Familiar with issues around pensions and benefits from Department of Veteran Affairs: Aust. Happy to talk to any veterans from any conflicts about most any issue and make appropriate referrals if needed. (2009)
CANADA
- Rev. Beth-Marie Murphy, Saskatchewan. Send email to murphy AT sask.usask.ca
GEORGIA, REPUBLIC OF
- Alliance of Wounded and Disabled Veterans of War in Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia. This group is in contact with other wounded and disabled veterans in the Caucasus, including Chechnya, Ossetia, and Azeerbaijan. Contact Michael Tsikaridze at geovets@gmail.com, Georgian War Veterans Federeation (GWWF) (2011)
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Alaska
- Reverend Frederick C. Bayler, Catholic Priest and Associate Pastor, Sacred Heart Cathedral, 2501 Airport Way, Fairbanks, Alaska 99709, (907)474-9032, (907)347-2550 (cell), fbayler@yahoo.com. U.S. Marine Corps veteran 1973-1979, with service in Africa, Central and South America. Serving locally and in several states with veterans' groups and individuals, with particular emphasis on PTSD, civilian reintegration, and Christian spirituality. (2009)
Arizona
- L. John Fisken, Lake Havasu City, AZ; non-clergy; 715-304-7173; Ljohn13 AT gmail.com; Army, 1st Cavalry Div. 67-68 Viet Nam, combat vet, familiar with PTSD and Spirituality; I welcome the opportunity to talk with any veteran. (2009)
California
- Harvey Harrison, Southern California. "NonVet and Not Clergy, Harvey Harrison IS devoted supporter of this organization, PTSD survivor from child abuse/neglect, of VN generation, has heartfelt respect for his brothers/sisters who have served in ALL wars. He is eager to try to help and to advance healing for all who struggle. Contact: jasper AT ix.netcom.com and 818-597-8335. (2005)
Colorado
- Rev. Jefferey L. Turk, Sr., MSgt USAF (Ret.) A 100% disabled SMC veteran. I flew as a “back-ender” on RC 135s during the evacuation of Saigon, worked NATO war planning and did a short stint in support of the first Gulf War. I have a graduate degree in Counseling Ministries, did my counseling and chaplaincy internships at the Denver VA hospital, and worked as a mental health counselor. Though I can’t work any more, I am a volunteer chaplain in the community. Contact me anytime at 303-255-3652, RevJeffT AT Yahoo.com or TheRevJeff AT Comcast.net. (2005)
Delaware
- Rev. Thomas C. Davis, Wilmington, Delaware. Clinically trained counselor (Pastoral Care Specialist, American Association of Pastoral Counselors). Church phone at Hanover Street Presbyterian Church in Wilmington is (302) 658-5114. "I have a directory of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. I would be glad to listen and make a referral to a highly qualified AAPC counselor in your vicinity." Visit my web site for both counseling ministry and seminary. Send email to tcd123 AT alumni.pitt.edu. (2005)
Florida
- Rev./Chaplain John Petruska, Gulf Coast-Ft. Myers. Cell Phone 239.851.2283 Mobile 239.963.7616. Chaplain for Veterans Foundation, Cape Coral and Renaissance Manor, Fort Myers - Mental Health, Veteran Homeless Program. National Referral Network for substance abuse, mental health, veterans services. Certified Behavioral Health Technician, State of Florida Credentials. Web address: www.swflcompassionministries.org , Email - compassionswfl AT comcast.net. 100% disabled, Viet Nam USMC Veteran. Health Restrictions. (2009)
- Patience Mason: Non-clergy, non-vet, but I'm the wife of a Vietnam veteran helicopter pilot, Robert Mason, (he wrote Chickenhawk) who came back with PTSD when it wasn't supposed to exist and didn't have a name. I've written a helpful book, Recovering from the War, several pamphlets, kids' books and a newsletter, The Post-Traumatic Gazette. I write and speak about healing from war and trauma for veterans of all wars and I am happy to talk to vets and their family members. I extend a "Welcome Home" to all vets, new and old. Website www.patiencepress.com for free articles. Send email to ptg AT patiencepress.com, 386-454-3133, PO Box 1517, High Springs FL 32655-1517
Georgia
- Rev. Danny E. Webb, Smyrna, GA 30082. "Welcome home to all my brothers and sisters from all wars and all conflicts. May you put the dreams, visions and nightmares of war behind you, but if not, I am willing to listen, pray and seek God's will through a ministry of restoration. When we restore that right relationship with God the things of earth all pass away. If I can be of some assistance please contact me at these numbers, Home phone 770-434-0388, cell phone 770-354-1122, e-mail tricord1 AT juno.com. Because He lives we can face tomorrow." (2005)
Indiana
- Rev. Charles Marshall, West Baden Springs, Indiana. Phone 812-936-3469. Send email to cbkmarshall AT bluemarble.net. (2009)
Illinois
- Fr. Richard Shannon. Catholic Priest, Vietnam Veteran Chaplain. Chicago area. Email: richard.shannon AT worldnet.att.net. (2003)
- Margaret Nelson-Pechota, PhD, Clinical Psychologist. I have three offices in the Chicagoland area: Riverside (near the Brookfield Zoo), Crystal Lake, and Libertyville. I'm not a veteran but my area of specialization is PTSD, I worked in the VA system for two years, and I developed a model of spirituality and trauma you can view on this website. I'm available to help veterans and/or family members. The best way to contact me is by phone (708) 788-3447 to ensure your confidentiality. (2009)
Louisiana
- Rev. Alan Cutter. Send email to acutter AT warveteranministers.org. (2009)
Maryland
- Rev. Jack Day, United Methodist Pastor, was chaplain in Vietnam. Vietnam Chaplain web site at http://www.warveteranministers.org/chaplain/veterans.htm
. Send email to jday AT warveteranministers.org. Glad to have e-mail correspondence with veterans of any conflict on any topic including "Post Traumatic Spiritual Disorder", and human rights issues. (2009)
- Rev. Jeffrie Reynolds, VA Hospital Chaplain, P. O. Box 51, Perry Point, MD; 410-642-2411, Ex 5601. Certified Addictions Counselor, C.,P.A.C.. Send email to Reynolds.Jeffrie AT Perry_Point.VA.Gov
- Rev. John Wielebski, P. O. Box 3672, Glyndon, MD; 410-833-1696 or 410-902-1414. Counseling, PTSD, Veterans Groups. Send email to FJTW AT erols.com
Massachusetts
- Rev. Phil Salois, M.S. Chief of Chaplain Service, VA Boston Healthcare System. (617) 278-4576. I work with MST (Military Sexual Trauma Veterans) and combat-related PTSD for all veterans of all wars and conflicts. National Chaplain, Vietnam Veterans of America. Send email to psalois AT warveteranministers.org. I am open to talk to any Veteran about any issues, including conscientious objection issues, and provide a safe haven for them particularly in the areas of PTSD, spirituality, and Gay/Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgendered Issues. (2005)
Nebraska
- Rev. Neal Allen, 212 W. Hynes, O'Neill, NE 68783; Phone 404-336-2644. "I'm willing to talk to any veteran about any subject and to offer a spiritual perspective and support. I'm also willing to speak with counselors to help gain insight about veteran issues. Send e-mail to nallen AT inetnebr.com
New Jersey
- Joseph Formola, Colonia. Vietnam Veterans of America New Jersey State Council Chaplain and Chapter 779 Chaplain Send email to jformola AT mindspring.com. (2009)
- Carol Bass
- Rev. Ken Herbster, North Caldwell, New Jersey; 973-226-0979, ext 19; Cell: 201-779-7122. Served two tours in Nam - 9th Inf Div in the Delta and 101Abn in I Corps (1967-1971). Taught courses for for returning combat vets in two universities in the 70's - re-entry. Retired Catholic Pastor. Send email to kenherb71 AT aol.com. (2009)
New York
- Rev Fr James DiCenzo Alonzo, Hongaku Jodo International, Compassionate Lotus - Buddhist Priest, and Companions of St Thomas (The Apostle) Catholic priest. I can provide counseling, with or without the Buddhist Philosophy. Viet Nam Veteran 1967-1968. Email woodcarverjja AT yahoo.com or call 716-533-6835. (2009)
Ohio
- Russ Clark, Volunteer chaplain and counselor for Point Man International Ministries. Marine infantry commander, Vietnam 1969-1970. Retired United Methodist minister, West Ohio Conference. PO Box 4757 Newark, Ohio 43058. 740-522-0897 (Home) 614-309-6166 (Cell). E-mail: rmclark46 AT aol.com. (2009)
- Rev. Bruce Kent, Ebenezer UMC, P.O.Box 566, Flat Rock, OH 44828, (419) 483-3415,
bkent AT cros.net Personal and Marital Counseling. (11/99)
- Sister Kateri Maureen Koverman, Sister of Charity, Them Bones Veteran Community, aboveashes AT aol.com. 3 1/2 years in Vietnam in the 1970's, year contract each in Ethiopia and Sierra Leone, two years in El Salvador, all during war periods, provides psychotherapy for veterans with PTSD. Licensed independent social worker and chemical dependency counselor. (2009)
Texas
- Chaplain Scott E. Johnson, (512) 699-4027. I am Head Chaplain of Chapel San Sebastian, providing All-Faiths spiritual counseling for the veteran community in Central Texas. More at www.saintfrancishouse.com. As a veteran of four wars, Vietnam, Desert Storm. Bosnia, and Gulf War II, I have extensive experience with all veteran issues. (2009)
Virginia
- Rev. Larry Wood, Pastor, Claremont UMC, 247 Bailey St, Claremont, VA 23899. Southeast Virginia. Vietnam Vet, glad to talk with vets. Call 757-630-8783 or send email to "lovinggod AT ATT.net" (2009)
Washington
- Rev Bob Reilly Wenatchee WA; joans.bob AT nwi.net. 509-667-2416; Vietnam combat engineer 66-67/69-70; CD counselor, pastoral counselor; familiar with PTSD problems; willing to help a vet in need. (2009)
Wisconsin
- Sr. Linda J. McClenahan, O.P., M.S., lmclenahan AT vietnamveteranministers.org or namvetnun AT juno.com. Dominican sister and Licensed Professional Counselor, Siena Center, 5635 Erie St., Racine, WI 53402. Willing to talk with any veteran or significant other about any subject including issues of alcohol and/or drugs, post traumatic stress disorder, gay/lesbian, and sexual assault. (2005)
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