Our Team
Paul Hahn - Counselor, MAPC, BCCC founded Balance 4 Life Ministries in 2021 after more than 20 years of pastoral counseling experience so that he could follow this passion and calling full time. Paul has attended Vanderbilt University, Trinity College and Seminary, and he holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology (with a minor in Biblical Studies) as well as a Master of Arts Degree in Professional Counseling, both from Truett McConnell University. Among other credentials, Paul also carries a Sports Psychology Endorsement and is a Certified Facilitator with Prepare/Enrich, an internationally recognized marital and premarital counseling program.
Tom Bender is Certified by the NACC (Nation Association of Christian Counselors) as a Certified Life Coach and a Board Certified Christian Counselor. Tom is also an Ordained Minister. Tom founded and led a College Campus Ministry in 2007 called F.O.R-U (Fellowship, Outreach, and Reflection) until 2014. Tom also has completed the NSAI (Nashville Songwriters Associations International) Certification in the music industry fundamentals and etiquette of the songwriting profession. Tom is also an award winning professional songwriter and a member of the CMA (Country Music Association).
Gabi Gunawan graduated from Kennesaw State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychological Science with a summa cum laude. Gabi enjoys art and partakes in painting and art museum visits. Gabi was the president of the National Art Honor Society which combines her passion for art and community involvement.