To guide individuals to trust God, study and apply His Word, and spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ, using Scripture, Choice Theory Connections (STACT), and Life Experience to enhance their relationships, behavior, choices, self-trust; and trust in God, self, and their decision making.
Our focus is to provide individuals, families and communities behavioral health, mental wellness and spiritual growth, as lead by the Holy Spirit. We deliver Christ-centered teachings and counseling with STACT, Clinical Chaplaincy, Behavior Health Counseling, Clergy Studies, Effective Leadership, and Internal Control Living (ICL) Coaching to the world.
Follow the Holy Spirit’s leadership using STACT and Internal Control Living as vessels to teach, counsel and lead individuals, families and communities to their God-given purpose, position, and place through learning to:
We hold ourselves as well as others accountable for the following values:
Genesis 2:24 says, “… the two shall become one.”
In 2014, this team married and were led by the Holy Spirit to expand their teachings, counseling, leadership,and certification programs.
God ordained this amazing team to serve as Scripture Therapists and Christian Counselors to perfect and equip others to become the same. They created the accredited Scripture Therapy® College & Seminary, offering certifications, endorsements, and degrees from Associate to Ph.D.
As the founders, Drs. Les and RoxAnne Triché serve as President and Executive Vice President for Scripture Therapy College & Seminary, a division of Scripture Therapy Center, Inc., and Internal Empowerment, Inc., respectively.
They are called by God as teachers and counselors, ordained with His power to use the benefit of personal trials and excellent training to encourage people to self-counsel, and then counsel others.
Drs. Les and RoxAnne Triché co-authored of several books and on-line educational programs: Scripture Therapy® & Choice Theory; Self-Counseling with STACT: Getting What God Wants You to Have; Scripturally Take Charge of Your Life; The Filter of God: Spirit Alignment System; Scripture Therapy® & Recalibrating to God; Unity Without Bondage: A Call for Oneness With God and Others, to name a few.
They are the creators of on-line programs: Internal Empowerment Coaching and Behavior Health Counseling at Loyola Marymount University, Extension; Take Charge of Your Life, Glasser Institute for Choice Theory-US; CE providers for California Association of Marriage & Family Therapists; and training in Choice Theory/Reality Therapy, Glasser Institute for Choice Theory.
They provide leadership to ministries, businesses, individuals, and organizations, using Scripture, Choice Theory® Psychology, and Life Experiences, as a form of psychotherapy training. They have trained, counseled, and coached thousands of ministers, educators, middle & high school students, veterans, CEOs, incarcerated persons, and others.
The Trichés enjoy “Helping individuals reframe what they have to get what God wants them to have.”
Les Triché earned a Doctorate in Christian Counseling; MA in Christian Counseling; Ph.D. (ABD) in Judicial Law & Public Policy; MA in Public Policy; MA in Public Administration; BA in Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice & Corrections; Certified in Vet-2-Peer Counseling; a graduate of Saddleback Church Counseling; and a graduate of the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education.
Dr. Les is an ordained Presiding Bishop, and President of Scripture Therapy Center, Inc. and Internal Empowerment, Inc. He serves as Sr. Faculty with William Glasser International, and on the West region Board of Directors for Glasser Institute for Choice Theory. Certified by the late, renowned psychiatrist, Dr. William Glasser, MD, of the William Glasser Institute in Choice Theory/Reality Therapy Certified; Basic and Advanced Instructor; and Practicum Supervisor. He is a lifetime member of the Association of Black Psychologist, and member of The College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy.
Dr. Les Triché is a Spirit-led Presiding Bishop, educator, and clinical chaplain who serves as the Chancellor of Scripture Therapy College & Seminary (STC&S) and founder of Internal Control Living, Internal Empowerment, Inc., and Scripture Therapy Center, Inc. With a divine assignment to heal and equip, Dr. Triché is committed to empowering individuals, families, and communities in behavioral health, mental wellness, and spiritual growth, especially through chaplaincy, counseling, coaching, and clergy development.
He is the author of five foundational works:
These Spirit-inspired resources establish the framework for healing, leadership, and transformation through Scripture Therapy and Choice Theory.
Dr. Triché’s exemplary Choice Theory Connections program, which later became Internal Control Living, achieved a historic reduction in recidivism from 57% to 2.9% within a correctional institution. For this, he was honored with the prestigious Community Service Award by the Association of Black Psychologists in Washington, D.C.
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A seasoned administrator and educator, Dr. Triché has also served as Associate Superintendent of Human Resources, principal of an adult education school, and course developer at Loyola Marymount University Extension—where he launched Internal Empowerment Coaching and Behavioral Health Practitioner Training.
Dr. RoxAnne Triché is a Spirit-empowered minister, counselor, and executive educator with a divine calling to equip individuals, families, and communities in behavioral health, mental wellness, and spiritual growth. She serves as the Executive Vice Chancellor of Scripture Therapy College & Seminary (STC&S) and holds executive leadership roles in Internal Empowerment, Inc., Scripture Therapy Center, Inc., and the Internal Control Living Corporation.
Her life and ministry exemplify the grace, strength, and wisdom of a woman fully yielded to the Spirit of the united God. With a heart for healing and restoration, she leads with purpose in the formation of Spirit-led chaplains, counselors, coaches, and clergy.
As the co-author of several foundational works—
Dr. RoxAnne brings clarity, compassion, and a Spirit-led perspective to behavioral and spiritual development. She also served as editor of The Evolution of Internal Control Living: The Life of Les Triché, which captures the transformational journey of her husband and ministry partner.
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Dr. RoxAnne was personally mentored by Carleen Glasser, co-founder of Choice Theory, and her work has been recognized nationally for its role in advancing the integration of faith-based counseling with behavioral science. Her spiritual insight and practical wisdom have made her a trusted voice among ministry leaders, educators, veterans, incarcerated individuals, youth, and mental health professionals.
She is co-developer and instructor of professional certification programs such as Internal Empowerment Coaching, Behavioral Health Practitioner Training, and Scripturally Taking Charge of Your Life, many of which are offered through STC&S and Loyola Marymount University Extension.
Dr. RoxAnne’s message is clear: “Reframe what you have to receive what God wants you to have.” Her passion is helping others surrender their pain, rediscover purpose, and walk confidently in Spirit-led wholeness.
Alongside her husband, Dr. Les Triché, Presiding Bishop and Chancellor of STC&S, she models the strength of Genesis 2:24—“and the two shall become one.” Their marriage and ministry are a divine demonstration of what it means to be two yielded to the Spirit of the united God, called to restore lives, build Kingdom leaders, and advance the Gospel through Scripture Therapy and Choice Theory (STACT).
Born and raised in the state of Washington, Scot Shier was the valedictorian of his graduating class and continued to excel at the U.S. Air Force Academy graduating with academic honors and acquiring a Bachelor of Science Degree in Aeronautical Engineering. As an Aerospace Engineer, Scot served in the Air Force for over 10 years. He earned his Master of Science Degree in System Management from the University of Southern California.
Scot is the Founder and President of Quintessential Financial Corp, which provides investment and insurance strategies for families and businesses. Scot selected the company name to recognize his being the proud father of the healthiest quintuplets on record (born 1996).
In addition to being a Certified Financial PlannerTM and Certified Kingdom Adviser®, Scot is also a licensed investment adviser and insurance agent since 1994. He has been a professor of Retirement Planning at University of Redlands and UC Irvine Extension. He serves on the Board of the Financial Planning Association in Orange County.
Laurie is a Christ-follower who has enjoyed a lifelong relationship with Jesus. Like many relationships, there have been some high and low points, but knowing that He will never leave her and is always there has gotten her through many life challenges including the death of her young daughter, raising her two boys as a single mom from the time they were very young, and health issues. She now desires to continue to grow in her relationship with Him and has embraced the Scripture Therapy® and Choice Theory courses, striving to discover all that God has for her and for others who God puts in her path.
Laurie currently works in the Investment Compliance and Regulatory field as a Supervisory Principal for a BrokerDealer/RIA firm in Portland, Oregon. She holds an MBA in Business Marketing from California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, CA and a BS in Business Finance from California State University, Fresno, graduating Magna Cum Laude with both degrees. She holds several registered representative and investment advisor licenses including the Series 7, 24, 66, 52, and 53 as well as a Washington State Insurance license. She carries the professional designations of AIF, Accredited Investment Fiduciary and AIFA, Accredited Investment Fiduciary Analyst and serves on her company’s 401k Investment Committee.
From as young as she can remember, Laurie has been active and involved in church. She started singing in church when she was five and still sings in church today. She has been involved in leading groups for DivorceCare, Grief Recovery, Singles/Single Parents, VBS, Women’s Retreats, Experiencing God, Heart Change, First Place 4 Health, as well as general Bible Studies, enjoying the growth she sees in others as well as herself along the way. As a mom with kids in the youth group, she was always there as a chaperone, assistant, group leader, chauffeur, or whatever was needed and even spent several years as a children’s choir director. Presently she is involved in the worship team, women’s ministries, finance committee, and is an offering counter. With the pandemic, she has lead all sorts of online Zoom activities including prayer meetings, Ladies Bible Study, Book Club, and game nights to help people stay connected during such a potentially isolating time.
Family is very precious to Laurie. In addition to her two adult sons, God has blessed her with a loving husband, three adult step children, three ‘bonus’ daughters-in-law, and six grandsons. Even when life circumstances don’t make sense, she truly believes that God is good all the time, and all the time God is good.
Bishop Larry H. Jordan, Sr. holds a Doctor of Divinity is the Founder and Senior Pastor of The Believers Worship Center, Inc. in Upper Marlboro, MD. He is married to Pastor Delphine R. Jordan who serves as the Co-Pastor of their ministry.
Bishop Jordan has been in ministry for over 35 years, he was ordained as a Pastor in 1991. He is an accomplished singer, songwriter, executive producer, and the author of the publication “Pastor Beware.” He has been a faithful pastor and teacher of the Word of God and continues to build on the foundation which has been laid through Jesus Christ.
He believes the Gospel of Christ and the church should impact the community. His aspiration for the community is to complete the spiritual and moral values of life by promoting the adoption and application of higher social, economical, and professional standards. He is committed to youth and young adults being delivered from drug and alcohol addictions. Concerned about the needs of the homeless, battered, abused, and those who are incarcerated.
He has developed a ministry that reaches the community through various programs instituted to serve the needs of people. His goals are to implement a more intelligent, aggressive and serviceable citizenship, which will build better communities by focusing on helping people.
He wants to see a new beginning in life for these individuals. He wants to see stronger families through marriage and prepare teens for entry into the social-economic world through higher education.
Bishop Jordan strives for “excellence” and accepts nothing less from his co-laborers in ministry, establishing The Disciples School of Ministry to prepare and ordain men and women who are called to the ministry. He created the Federation of International Ministries, Inc. This ministry’s focus centers around missions to help build, cover, and oversee churches and ministries around the world.
Bishop Jordan continually commits to reform the lives of individuals by setting a standard through preaching, teaching and demonstration of the true gifts of the Spirit and the power of God. He wants to do more than merely build a church, but to create an institution wherein our Lord Jesus Christ can be glorified through the leading of the Holy Spirit.
Bishop Jordan and The Believers Worship Center are determined to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ and build the Kingdom of God in the community and within the body of Christ.
Rosemarie retired after 28 years with IBM, a Fortune 500 company, and now lives in central Texas. She accomplished many firsts: before joining IBM, first main frame female computer operator at another Fortune 500 company, and while at IBM she developed and taught first storage management online course, and first disaster recovery course, which proved vital after 9-11 attack on World Trade Center in New York, NY.
She received an A.A. Degree in Data Processing from Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, NM and a B.S. Degree in Human Relations and Business from Amber University, Garland TX, graduating with honors (Summa Cum Laude) and receiving the Presidential Citation:
“for her courage and perseverance in attaining a degree. Her tenacity merits recognition because it symbolized the spirit and courage of all the graduates of the university and services as an example of how one can achieve great feats when there is a courageous spirit that will not accept defeat.”
Rosemarie has a Texas Public School Teaching Certification in addition to a Librarian Certification. She strongly values education and believes education can solve social issues. During her educational experience she interviewed Jane Elliott, world renowned school teacher, known for her famous “Blue eyes/Brown eyes” exercise, which she taught the day after Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. Her classroom mascot was “Curious George,” the mischievous monkey written by H. A. and Margret Rey. Rosemarie believes education is being curious about something and is not just for young minds.
Retirement hasn’t stopped her from being a lifelong learner. She attends Bible study weekdays and has completed Scripture Therapy® and Choice Theory® along with Basic Intensive Training from Internal Empowerment, Inc. on weekends. She lives on a ranch with her soon to be retired husband and their four dogs.
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