Elyse Fitzpatrickholds a certificate in Biblical Counseling from CCEF (San Diego) and an M.A. in Biblical Counseling from Trinity Theological Seminary. She is the director of Women Helping Women Ministries, she has authored 21 books on daily living and the Christian life, and she is a popular women’s conference speaker.

Elyse has been married to husband, Phil, for over 40 years. They have three adult children and six grandchildren. The Fitzpatricks are members of Valley Center Community Church in southern California.