Meet Cynthia
Faith. Leadership. Purpose. Service.
Cynthia is a Christian educator, servant leader, and higher education administrator with more than 20 years of experience dedicated to helping students, faculty, and communities thrive academically, professionally, and spiritually.
Throughout her career, she has viewed education as a ministry of service—believing every individual possesses God-given gifts and purpose that can be nurtured through encouragement, mentorship, and meaningful opportunities for growth.
Her work is guided by integrity, compassion, excellence, and stewardship, with a commitment to creating equitable opportunities for people to succeed.
Cynthia Duarte, MDiv., MCEdu, PSS-C
Coaching for Every Season of Your Faith Journey
Whether you are facing personal struggles, relationship challenges, or seeking to grow spiritually, our counseling services provide compassionate, Christ-centered guidance grounded in biblical truth.
Faith Walk
This session is designed to help you clarify, strengthen, and intentionally develop your walk with Jesus Christ. Whether you are experiencing grief, divorce, a spiritual dry season, self-esteem challenges, or simply seeking a deeper relationship with God, this session provides a supportive environment for reflection, encouragement, healing, and spiritual growth.
Pastors & Church Leadership
Serving in ministry is a unique calling that comes with both great rewards and significant challenges. This confidential session is designed specifically for pastors and church leaders to discuss issues related to leadership, servanthood, decision-making, doubt, and spiritual balance. Through prayer, encouragement, biblical guidance, and goal setting, you will receive support tailored to the realities of leading others while
caring for yourself.
Women's Ministry
Women carry many responsibilities and often pour into everyone around them while neglecting their own needs. This session is designed to provide a safe, supportive space where you can pause, reflect, and be encouraged. Whether you are navigating challenges related to faith, family, marriage, motherhood, career, or personal growth, this is a place where you can be heard, supported, and equipped with helpful resources. This time is dedicated to you.
The Struggle Is Real: Taking One Step at a Time
Life can bring overwhelming challenges such as grief, loss, family concerns, financial pressures, health issues, and uncertainty. Christians are not exempt from these struggles, but we have the hope and strength found in Christ. This session offers a compassionate environment to process life's difficulties, seek biblical perspective, and move forward one step at a time. There is no "one-size-fits-all" solution here. Instead, we focus on your unique journey, allowing space for healing, growth, and discernment at your own pace.
What to Expect
All sessions are confidential, faith-centered, and designed to provide a supportive environment where you can be heard, encouraged, and strengthened. Whether you are seeking spiritual guidance, personal growth, leadership support, or simply someone to walk alongside you, these sessions are intended to help you move forward with clarity, purpose, and hope.
You Don't Have to Walk the Journey Alone.
There are seasons when you need direction, encouragement, or simply someone to help you take the next step.
Intentional
Every session is designed around where you are and the next step you need to take.
Christ-Centered
Faith and Scripture provide the best foundation for encouragement, and direction, and growth.
Personal
Your journey is unique. Coaching and creates space to explore your goals, challenges, gifts, and purpose.
Transformational
Small, intentional steps can lead to meaningful change. for the best and encouragement.
Open Door Membership
Frequently Asked Questions
Open Door Faith Coaching provides Christ-centered coaching focused on faith, purpose, direction, encouragement, leadership, and personal growth. Coaching is available for individuals seeking spiritual growth, direction, encouragement, leadership guidance, and support through challenging seasons.
Open Door Faith Coaching provides Christ-centered coaching focused on faith, purpose, direction, encouragement, leadership, and personal growth. Coaching is available for individuals seeking spiritual growth, direction, encouragement, leadership guidance, and support through challenging seasons.
Yes. As a former pastor, I am well aware of the stress related to caring for the church, spiritually, financially, and culturally. Open Door Faith Coaching provides Christ-centered coaching focused on faith, purpose, direction, encouragement, leadership, and personal growth. Coaching is available for individuals seeking spiritual growth, direction, encouragement, leadership guidance, and support through challenging seasons.
Women of God—whether married or single—are invited to cultivate a deeply personal and transformative relationship with the Lord. Scripture shows us that Jesus cared profoundly for women, honoring their dignity, their faith, and their purpose. I can walk with you through passages that strengthen your relationship with Christ, your family, and yourself.
“Woman, thou art loosed” (Luke 13:12) is far more than a statement of relief from burdens. It is a declaration of power—one that reaches into every area of a woman’s life. It is a call to action, not a command to remain still, silent, or confined. It is a movement of freedom that lifts bowed-down heads, brings peace to restless hearts, and opens the way for healing and renewed purpose. Through this truth, we are released from the weight of the past and restored to bear fruit once again.
Your Generosity Brings Hope to Those Who Needed
Behind every counseling session is a person seeking peace, healing, and encouragement. Your support allows us to continue sharing God's love through biblical counseling, compassionate care, and prayer. Together, we can reach more lives with hope and truth.