Our Mission

To offer support to Christians by providing a place to rest, to reset, and to be restored through counseling, support groups, therapeutic activities, prayer, and inner healing.

Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.
(3 John 1:2, KJV)

How We Support You

God's Respite Houses

Houses are designed to help Christians who are burnt out and need a place to rest, refresh, and regain strength. Our homes give you a retreat vibe with a therapeutic approach. These homes provide you with tools to equip you on how to handle stressful situations before returning to your destinations.  

Group Retreats

Attending a Christian retreat offers a unique opportunity for spiritual renewal and personal growth. It provides a dedicated time away from the daily hustle to deepen one's relationship with God through prayer, reflection, and fellowship with like-minded individuals. The retreat environment fosters a sense of peace and tranquility, allowing participants to gain fresh perspectives on their faith and life. 

Traveling Services

We can bring our services to you. We are traveling Christian Pastoral Counselors and Christian Life Coaches; we can assist with designing, implementing, and evaluating your program. Whether you’re having a retreat, support group, conference, workshop, training, or educational class, we are here to help your program vision succeed.

Our Values

Our values define why we do what we do and how we engage with our clients. This is what we value:


Building: Edifying others through uplifting and encouragement so they will be strengthened inwardly to persevere despite difficulties.


Deliverance:  Christians being set free from negative influences, thoughts, behaviors, and habits through Jesus Christ, our Lord. To then arm them with tools to remain free and walk in their divine purpose.


Encouragement: Encouraging Christians to go forth and do the work of the Lord with boldness and confidence.


Equipping: Providing Christians with the tools they need to become kingdom workers for the ministry.


Healing: To promote soul care, personal growth, and self-betterment.


Integrity: To inspire Christians to be like Jesus by modeling the fruit of the spirit.


Rest: To promote the need to be still and relax in the presence of God. In Him we will be strengthen and recharged.


Restoring: Praying for Christians who are broken, knowing that God will put their lives back together again and make it better than it was before.


Support: To listen, provide comfort, and strengthen others.

Meet Our Board of Directors

Dr. Umona L. Sharp, PhD, TRS, CLC, CCPC, LCDCIII

CEO and Founder of Stay Free Today, Inc., Stay Free Ministries, LLC, and Stay Free Academy, Inc. 


She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Indiana University and a Master of Arts degree in Christian Counseling from American Christian College and Seminary. She holds a Doctorate Degree in Christian Clinical Counseling from Colorado Theological Seminary. She’s affiliated with the National Christian Counseling Association as a Pastoral Clinical Christian Counselor. She’s licensed and ordained by Stay Free Today, Inc., and The Turning Pointe Outreach Ministries, LLC, as a Minister and Pastoral Counselor. She’s also licensed by the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professional Board as a Chemical Dependency Counselor.


Dr. Sharp has over 25 years of experience in mental health, behavioral health, and chemical dependency. She’s also an author and a self-publisher. She uses her books to bring inner healing and deliverance to many. Her mandate is to build Christians and push them into their destiny. She has dedicated her life to serving men, women, and children in their quest for transformation and freedom. With the help of the Holy Spirit, she does this through her counseling, teaching, training, discipling, and prayers.

Pastor Charles G. Sharp, AS, CPC

Co-Founder, Vice President, Pastoral Care Advisor, and Business Advisor of Stay Free Today, Inc. 


Brings a wealth of business acumen and spiritual insight to the ministry. Holding a business degree from Southwestern College in Cincinnati, Ohio, he complements Dr. Sharp's counseling expertise with his strategic thinking and managerial skills. Alongside his wife, Charles shares a passion for empowering individuals on their spiritual journeys. Together, they nurture their ministry and family, fostering a legacy of transformation and faith.

David Perlaki, M.A., LPCC-S

Director, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervision 


Brings his skills and mental health knowledge to the organization. He has a gentle yet confident approach to oversee, guide, and to give training supervision to our Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors and Christian Pastoral Counselors. He helps our counselors to be successful with his many years of experience and knowledge in the field of mental health.

Erika Jones, RD, LD

Administrative Assistant at Stay Free Today


Brings a wealth of organizational skills and attention to detail. With a background as a registered dietitian and a licensed dietitian, she infuses her administrative role with precision and efficiency. Erika ensures the smooth operation of the ministry, supporting the team in their mission to guide individuals towards spiritual and emotional wellness.

Yvonne Harper, CPA

Serves as the treasurer of Stay Free Today


Oversees the financial aspects of the organization with expertise and diligence. Holding a CPA designation, she brings a wealth of financial knowledge and integrity to her role. Yvonne ensures the fiscal health and accountability of the ministry, playing a vital role in its continued growth and sustainability.

Disclaimer

We are Christian Pastoral Counselors, we are not licensed by the state of Ohio or any other state as a mental health counselor. We are credentialed members of Stay Free Today, Inc and Stay Free Ministries, LLC as licensed and ordained ministers and pastoral counselors.


We are in compliance with the Ohio Revised Code Chapter 4757.41.1 regarding exemption from state sponsored licensure:


Rabbis, priests, Christian science practitioners, clergy, or members of religious orders and other individuals participating with them in pastoral counseling when the counseling activities are within the scope of the performance of their regular or specialized ministerial duties and are performed under the auspices or sponsorship of an established and legally recognizable church, denomination, or sect or an integrated auxiliary of a church as defined in federal tax regulations, paragraph (g)(5) of 26 C.F.R. 1.6033-2 (1995), and when the individual rendering the service remains accountable to the established authority of that church, denomination, sect, or integrated auxiliary.

Begin Your Transformation

Whether you're interested in scheduling a consultation, booking a counseling session, or planning a retreat, we're here to assist you on your journey towards healing and restoration.


Your well-being is our priority, and we're committed to providing you with the compassionate care and guidance you deserve.