⭐Meet Our Leadership Team
Compassionate. Credentialed. Trauma-Informed. Regulatory-Aligned.
At HE Cares Training & Education Center, LLC, our leadership brings together public health expertise, clinical systems leadership, trauma-informed practice, organizational development, and whole-person wellness. This multidisciplinary foundation enables us to develop practical, evidence-based, and regulatory-aware solutions for the individuals, teams, and organizations we serve.
⭐ Meet the Leaders Who Are Ready to Partner With You
⭐ Dr. Ferris W. Corbett, DrPH, MPH, CHES, LPN
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Public Health Practitioner | Trauma-Informed Educator | Wellness Leader | Organizational Consultant | Life & Wellness Coach
Dr. Ferris Corbett is a visionary public health professional, educator, and trauma-informed practitioner with over 30 years of combined experience in nursing, health education, community wellness, and organizational training.
As Founder and CEO of HE Cares, he leads with a compassionate, strategic, and transformational approach — integrating public health science, trauma awareness, clinical communication, faith sensitivity, and holistic wellness into every program offered.
Areas of Expertise
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Trauma-Informed Care & Organizational Culture Transformation
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Public Health Education & Workforce Development
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Regulatory Alignment (CMS, TJC, OSHA, SAMHSA)
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CEU Course Development for Healthcare Professionals
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Faith-Based Trauma-Informed Ministry Training
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Emotional Wellness, Resilience & Life Coaching
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Cultural Competency in Healthcare & Ministry
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Community Health Promotion & Program Design
Credentials
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Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
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Master of Public Health (MPH)
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)
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Certified Life & Wellness Coach
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Certified Acupressure Reiki Practitioner & Instructor
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Certified Trauma-Informed Coaching & Counseling Practitioner
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Telehealth Presenter Certification
Dr. Corbett’s leadership bridges the gap between clinical systems, public health frameworks, trauma-informed education, and whole-person care — helping individuals and organizations strengthen communication, safety, and well-being at every level.
⭐ Dr. Deidra S. Willis, DNP, APRN, AGNP, MHA, CCRN
Executive Vice President & Co-Founder
Doctor of Nursing Practice | Critical Care Leader | Organizational Systems Strategist | Ministry Advocate
Dr. Deidra Willis brings deep clinical expertise and systems-level insight to HE Cares. With extensive experience in acute care, critical care, community health, and healthcare administration, she is a respected leader who understands both the clinical realities professionals face and the operational demands organizations navigate.
She plays a key role in developing programs that reflect national clinical standards, trauma-informed expectations, and workforce development requirements.
Areas of Expertise
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Clinical Systems Leadership & Workforce Training
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Trauma-Informed Organizational Practices
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Accreditation & Compliance (Joint Commission, CMS, CARF)
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Patient Safety, Communication & De-escalation
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Curriculum Design for Healthcare Education
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Faith-Based Community Health & Ministry Engagement
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Leadership Development & Staff Empowerment
Credentials
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
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Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP)
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Master of Health Administration (MHA)
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Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
Dr. Willis combines clinical excellence with compassionate ministry awareness and community impact, ensuring HE Cares programs remain rigorous, practical, culturally informed, and healing-centered.
