C – A Compassionate Confidant
H – Who Helps Start The Healing Process
A- An Advocate for their mind, body and spirit
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Leadwell Workplace CHAplains are dedicated to simply being present and actively bringing compassion, healing, and advocacy to individuals and groups experiencing messy, broken, uncertain,
or stressful situations.
CHAplains stand beside others, offering non-judgmental support and guidance.
When brokenness starts,
a Leadwell Workplace C.H.A.-plain listens and builds trust to help restore wellness.
OUR MISSION
We bring compassion and strength through empathy and emotional awareness to messy situations, supporting those who are currently leading or have led through storms—not by tightening control, but by expanding compassion.
We offer healing and leadership by meeting individuals and organizations at the moment of crisis, providing brief counseling and coaching as a bridge between mess and trauma.
We are advocates, standing beside others to offer non-judgmental support and guidance.
Our work is dedicated to every courageous soul who chooses to lead from the inside out—anchored in heart, guided by mind, and sustained by spirit.
We guide the heartbeats of leaders who are becoming purpose-driven,
human-centered, and spiritually awake.
We are committed to being the compass for others, so their light reminds everyone that, even in crisis, the heart still knows the way.
The anxiety you feel during uncertainty isn’t weakness—it’s being human. Survival means cultivating resilience and finding hope in the midst of relentless change. At Leadwell Workplace CHAplains, we show up when it’s hardest, guiding you and you or your team through turbulence toward clarity, strength, and renewal.
Messy. Broken. Everyone experiences some form of this.
LeadWell Workplace CHAplains
answer the many questions when
time is crucial and ticking. They
usually start with a frantic...
HOW DO I?????
They present and proactive, our certified CHAplains and coaches meet your employees where they are—offices, hallways, and breakrooms—earning trust through genuine, ongoing presence.
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They map out and provide crisis leadership, offering early intervention, guidance, and care during moments of uncertainty. Our support helps individuals and teams stay steady under stress.
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They assess the situation quickly and act as a bridge immediately lending whole-person support. They blend spiritual care, leadership coaching, and personal growth, empowering every employee to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
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They cultivate a culture of care where compassion and authenticity drive communication, creativity, and productivity, creating workplaces where people feel seen, valued, and supported.
Messy. Broken. People.
We all know someone who hurts.
The word "Chaplain" used to mean "pastoral care" - this
is not the case anymore. At Leadwell we know that people
ask us to step in and walk briefly beside them when they
discover they are in a situation that is messy, broken and
rocking their world.
It might be a an individual who has...
An addiction disrupting their life
Intense stress that creates sleepless nights
Lost someone close to them
A loss of their home or neighborhood or workplace
A fear that rips them apart that they cannot function due to an event
An embarrassing situation
Tardiness or absence due to situations they don't want to tell HR.
Health problems that are causing stress and deep concern
Family members or co-workers that are creating chaos.
Legal situations
Food, housing and basic needs have been ripped apart
If you think you can ignore these things --- you cannot. Emotions eventually build up and with no healthy release impact an individuals mental, physical and spiritual help.
That's why CHAplains are so important.
Certified Leadwell Workplace CHAplains come from all types of vocations and find the depth of our program that teaches compassionate care, leadership and how to assess mind, body and spirit and begin to get resources that are needed.
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Social worker | Case manager | Coach | Teacher | Social worker | Clergy | HR professional | Manager |Supervisor | Culture Keepers | Leaders | Counselor| Psychologist |Mentor
"Every few seconds, someone in the workforce experiences injury, stress, or trauma—reminding us that care and crisis agility at work aren’t optional; they’re essential."
How the Leadwell Workplace CHAplain Program Works for organizations.
In moments of challenge and change, people need trusted support. Leadwell helps organizations of every size, setting, and faith background,--- bring care, stability, and resilience into the workplace.
Our certified Chaplains are trained in chaplaincy, leadership, and personal coaching, serving on-site, part-time, or full-time—tailored to your culture, budget, and team needs.
Prefer to grow leadership from within? Leadwell also trains and certifies your own people, equipping them to provide ongoing mentoring, crisis support, and quality care throughout your organization.
Together, we help your workplace thrive—through compassion, clarity, and courage in every season.
About Leadwell Workplace Chaplains
Leadwell Workplace Chaplains is a program of Wisdom Whispers Ministries (WWM), a registered nonprofit organization under 501(c)(3).
Our chaplains are mentored, supported, and held to the highest standards of leadership and care.
The program is led by James Chvala, Founder and Program Director. He is also the founder of Wisdom Whispers Ministries and Leadwell Workplace Chaplains. James is
an ordained minister, certified addiction counselor,
certified chaplain, and leadership coach who specializes in serving individuals facing homelessness and crisis situations. In addition to his extensive background in ministry and crisis care, James brings significant business and entrepreneurial experience, enabling him to deeply understand the workplace environment and the challenges organizations face. His unique blend of expertise allows him to provide guidance that is both compassionate and practical for today’s complex work settings.
Cathy “Fitz” Fitzhenry serves as the program’s leadership expert, bringing more than 35 years of experience as a
leader of leaders, serial entrepreneur, turn-around expert and strategist, CEO mentor, confidant, and coach. She is the founder of The Leading Heart Community and the author of the Heartbeat Book Series. Widely recognized for her intuitive intelligence and heart-based leadership approach, Fitz has mentored and inspired CEOs and business leaders worldwide, helping them achieve personal and organizational transformation through her unique blend of practical wisdom and compassionate guidance.
