Our story
The story behind House of Hope.
Hear from founder Obias Exilus about why House of Hope began, and the healing we see God bringing to Haitian families.
Faith-based mental health care and training · Haiti
Building resilient communities through hope and healing.
House of Hope brings mobile Christian counseling, mental health training and youth camps to communities across Haiti, especially in regions ravaged by violence.
Our mission
House of Hope is dedicated to providing critical mental health support to Haiti through accessible, faith-based counseling that empowers individuals and families to heal, rebuild, and thrive.
We also equip church leaders and educators with the tools and training to care for their own communities, creating a network of support that reaches far beyond our walls.
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The problem
Trauma runs deep. Care is hard to find.
Haiti faces a complex web of challenges that make strong mental health care essential. Families carry trauma from:
- 01Natural disasters
- 02Chronic socio-economic hardship
- 03Political instability and social strife
- 04Limited mental health infrastructure
- 05Cultural stigma around mental health
Our strategy
We bring care to where people already gather.
Our mobile team travels to churches and schools to counsel, train and raise awareness about mental health.
In their words
What educators are saying.
I understand my students better now — each has their own way of responding and their own way of learning.
We let children know they matter, that they are capable, and that they can achieve great things in society.
House of Hope should have come to the school sooner — we hope this support continues for as long as possible.
Current project
Building a counseling space in Deschapelles.
In partnership with a local school, we're building a small, private space where parents and students can receive one-on-one counseling.
~$3,000still needed to finish the project
What we believe
Counseling rooted in Christ.
Jesus changes everything
Jesus Christ is Lord, Savior and the source of lasting hope.
The Bible guides us
God’s Word is our foundation for truth, wisdom and life.
Grace is a gift
We are saved by God’s grace through faith, turning to Him in repentance, confession and baptism.
Unity matters
We seek to follow Christ together.
Healing is holistic
God cares for the whole person: emotional, mental, physical and spiritual.
Counseling is ministry
We combine professional care with prayer, Scripture and the compassion of Christ.
Every life has value
All people are created in God’s image and are worthy of dignity and love.
Faith grows through service
We grow by walking with Christ and serving others in His name.
Get involved
Join the movement of hope and healing in Haiti.
Spread the word
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Support our mission with a one-time gift or monthly support. Select “House of Hope Christian Counseling” from the funds list.
With gratitude to our partner churches & organizations
Thank you to all of our wonderful ministry partners for supporting our work.
