About

Don Phelps is a former pastor turned Buddhist-informed recovery mentor. After a career in the corporate sector, he entered seminary and spent ten years in ministry within a conservative Christian denomination. His ministry ended involuntarily due to active alcoholism—a crisis that led to a profound personal transformation. Through recovery, Don experienced a radical spiritual shift and no longer identifies as Christian. Today, he draws on his lived experience to help others find freedom through honesty, presence, and Buddhist-inspired recovery. Don is a Recovery Dharma facilitator and Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) candidate.

“I left the church, lost myself, and finally found the path that set me free.”