We’re looking forward to introducing you to Dr. LeTerrica Gibbs. Check out our conversation below.
Hi LeTerrica, thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
Prayer is the place where I lose all sense of time, yet somehow find myself again. When I pray, I step away from the noise of the world and enter into a space where everything else becomes secondary. Minutes can easily turn into hours without me realizing it, because I am completely immersed in conversation with God. It is not just a practice for me—it’s a sanctuary.
In those moments, I am both emptied and refilled. I pour out my cares, my gratitude, and even my silence, and in return I receive peace, clarity, and strength. Prayer is where I am reminded of my identity and purpose. It centers me, heals me, and empowers me to keep moving forward. Simply put, it’s one of my favorite places to be, because in prayer I find rest for my soul and renewal for my spirit.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hello, my name is Dr. Le’Terrica R. Gibbs. I wear many hats, but at the heart of everything I do is a deep love for people, their stories, and their growth. I am an educator and licensed counselor, as well as the founder of Le’Terrica R. Gibbs, LLC, where I assist aspiring authors in bringing their books to life through editing, formatting, and publishing support. My brand is special because it’s not just about books—it’s about transformation. Every project I touch is rooted in compassion, creativity, and the belief that someone’s words can change lives.
Beyond publishing, I also create Bible reading plans for the YouVersion Bible App, lead youth mentorship programs, and serve in women’s ministry. I am passionate about empowering people through faith, healing, and a deeper understanding of their identity in Christ. My most recent work has been centered on my doctoral research in Marriage and Family Therapy, exploring how the Christian church community supports survivors of sexual abuse in overcoming shame and guilt. That research reflects a larger part of my story: I believe in creating spaces where people can be seen, heard, healed, and set free.
What makes my journey unique is that it combines faith, scholarship, and service. Whether I’m in a school, a counseling session, a church, or behind the scenes of a publishing project, I’m always working toward the same goal—helping people step into their fullest potential with hope and confidence.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What breaks the bonds between people—and what restores them?
I believe bonds between people are often broken through things like broken trust, poor communication, violations of respect, or even simply outgrowing one another. These moments create distance and can leave relationships strained or severed.
On the other hand, true restoration requires much more than just good intentions. It involves healing and deliverance for both parties, a renewing of the mind, and genuine change. Forgiveness plays a central role, but forgiveness does not always mean restoration. Some bonds are not meant to be rebuilt, and that’s okay. Forgiveness frees the heart, while restoration should only happen when growth, trust, and transformation have taken place.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
One of my favorite passages about suffering is when David said, “It was good for me that I had been afflicted, for if not, I would not have learned Your ways” (Psalm 119:71). That verse resonates deeply with me because it reminds me that suffering carries lessons success never could. We can easily become familiar with the hand of God—what He gives and what He does—but learning His ways is something different.
Suffering has a way of moving us from being adopted into the family of God to walking in true sonship. It draws us into a deeper level of intimacy, where we don’t just seek His blessings but truly know His heart. For me, suffering taught me that if I have Him, I will be okay. Success could never teach that.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
I believe my closest friends would say that what really matters to me is faith, family, and purpose. They know how deeply I value my relationship with God and how much of my life is rooted in that foundation. They would also say I care about people—whether it’s my students, my church community, or the authors I work with—because I want to see others grow, heal, and step into their calling. Ultimately, what matters most to me is living authentically, serving with compassion, and leaving a lasting legacy of faith and love.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What light inside you have you been dimming?
The light I’ve been dimming is my boldness in ministry and authorship. There have been times I’ve held back my words, my vision, and even my story out of fear of how others would perceive me. I worried that my voice might be “too much” or that my calling wouldn’t be understood. But God didn’t place this light inside me for it to be hidden.
Through prayer and obedience, I’ve come to realize that when I dim my light, I not only silence my own purpose but also limit the impact my ministry and writing are meant to have on others. My books, Bible plans, and the messages God places on my heart are not just for me—they are vessels for healing, encouragement, and transformation. So I am choosing now to let my light shine fully, trusting that the right people will see Him through me.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.leterricagibbs.com/
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