Whole Person Growth Facility
Dr. E. Anthony Allen
About Dr. E. Anthony Allen
MB, BS, MDiv, MRC Psych, DM (Psych)
Psychiatrist, Whole Person Wellness Consultant, Educator, Mentor, and Advocate for Mental Health and Personal Growth
Dr. E. Anthony Allen is a respected Psychiatrist, Whole Person Wellness Consultant, educator, mentor, and advocate dedicated to helping individuals, leaders, churches, organizations, and communities achieve greater wellness, resilience, and personal transformation.
For decades, Dr. Allen has worked at the intersection of mental health, personal development, leadership growth, relationship empowerment, and community well-being. His professional journey has been guided by a simple yet powerful belief:
“Realize that you are special and unleash your potential through balanced living.”
Today, through Whole Person Growth, Dr. Allen continues his mission of empowering people to achieve whole person wellness and a higher quality of life.
Professional Background
Dr. Allen is a retired Psychiatrist based in Kingston, Jamaica, with extensive experience in academic teaching,mental health care, wellness education, leadership development, and community engagement.
Throughout his career, he has worked with individuals, families, professionals, leaders, organizations, and communities to promote mental wellness, emotional resilience, personal growth, and healthier relationships.
His work extends beyond traditional mental health services to include education, mentorship, leadership development, wellness advocacy, and church-based healthcare initiatives.
Dr. Allen worked for 24 years as a part-time lecturer and hospital consultant at the University of the West Indies. There he developed the teaching programme in psychotherapy and counselling for residents and medical students.
Dr. Allen also established the counselling programmes and psychiatric services for UWI students and staff at the Mona campus Health Centre.
As a consultant in Church-based Health Ministries, Dr. Allen has pioneered community-based Whole Person Health Ministries in local congregations. He co- founded the Wholistic Counselling and Healing Ministry of Bethel Baptist Church and the Jamaica Baptist Union.
Dr. Allen has also served on the Christian Medical Commission of the World Council of Churches and carried out assignments for World Vision International. He has had speaking engagements in over thirty countries and has authored the books: Caring for the Whole Person, The Healing Congregation and Simple Steps to Wellness.
Between 1981 and 2021, Dr. Allen was in full time private practice. In his practice and through talks and workshops, he has worked with his patients, medical colleagues, churches and the public to help them empower self and others through a whole person approach to overcoming and wellness.
Dr. Allen has a dream that “we each can be our brother’s and sister’s keeper for
wellness”
Education and Qualifications
Dr. Allen's academic and professional training reflects a commitment to excellence in healthcare, mental health, leadership, and personal development.
Academic Credentials
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MB, BS – University of the West Indies, Jamaica
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MRCPsych – Royal College of Psychiatrists
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DM (Psychiatry)
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Master of Divinity (MDiv) – Yale University
Professional Training
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University of the West Indies, Jamaica
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Royal Edinburgh Hospital, United Kingdom
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Yale University School of Divinity
This unique combination of medical, psychiatric, leadership, and theological education enables Dr. Allen to approach wellness from a truly whole person perspective.
A Whole Person Approach to Wellness
Dr. Allen's philosophy is rooted in the understanding that health involves more than physical well-being.
Drawing inspiration from the World Health Organization's holistic definition of health, he believes that wellness includes:
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Mental Health
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Emotional Wellness
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Physical Well-Being
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Social Health
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Relationship Wellness
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Spiritual Growth
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Leadership Development
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Community Engagement
His work focuses on helping people understand how these dimensions interact and how growth in one area can positively influence the others.
This Whole Person Wellness approach forms the foundation of all services offered through Whole Person Growth.
Current Areas of Service
Following his retirement from psychiatric practice, Dr. Allen continues to serve in several important capacities.
Whole Person Wellness Consultant
Providing guidance and educational support for individuals, leaders, organizations, and communities seeking improved wellness and quality of life.
Mental Health Advocate and Educator
Promoting mental health awareness, emotional wellness, resilience, and practical life skills through educational initiatives and public engagement.
Church-Based Health Ministry Consultant
Supporting churches and faith-based organizations in developing wellness-focused ministries and community health initiatives.
Leadership Mentor
Helping leaders strengthen personal effectiveness, emotional intelligence, communication skills, and leadership capacity.
Community Wellness Advocate
Working with organizations and communities to encourage healthier environments and sustainable growth.
The Whole Person Growth Mission
Through Whole Person Growth, Dr. Allen seeks to help people:
Renew Self
Develop self-awareness, confidence, purpose, and personal empowerment.
Overcome Life's Challenges
Build resilience and acquire practical tools for navigating personal, emotional, relational, and professional difficulties.
Improve Quality of Life
Achieve greater wellness, healthier relationships, stronger leadership, and a more fulfilling life experience.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Allen's work focuses on:
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Mental Health Wellness
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Whole Person Wellness
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Personal Growth and Development
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Emotional Wellness
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Leadership Development
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Relationship Empowerment
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Church-Based Healthcare
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Community Wellness
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Wellness Education
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Mentorship and Capacity Building
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Organizational Development
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Life Skills Development
Speaking, Teaching, and Mentorship
Dr. Allen actively shares his knowledge and experience through:
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Public Education Programs
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Wellness Workshops
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Leadership Training
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Motivational Speaking
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Community Development Initiatives
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Church-Based Wellness Programs
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Online Learning Resources
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Mentorship and Coaching
His goal is not only to educate but also to empower people to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives and communities.
Why People Trust Dr. Allen
Individuals and organizations seek guidance from Dr. Allen because of his unique combination of:
Clinical Experience
Years of psychiatric and mental health expertise.
Educational Excellence
Advanced training in medicine, psychiatry, leadership, and theology.
Whole Person Perspective
A comprehensive approach that addresses every dimension of wellness.
Commitment to Service
A lifelong dedication to helping individuals, organizations, churches, and communities thrive.
Practical Guidance
Strategies that are realistic, actionable, and focused on sustainable growth.
A Message from Dr. Allen
"I believe every individual has the potential to grow, heal, lead, and thrive. Wellness is not simply the absence of illness—it is the ongoing development of the whole person. Through learning, self-awareness, healthy relationships, and purposeful living, each of us can achieve a greater quality of life and become a positive influence in our families, organizations, and communities."
Connect with Dr. E. Anthony Allen
Whether you are seeking mental health education, whole person wellness guidance, leadership development, church-based health ministry support, or personal growth resources, Dr. Allen is committed to helping you move toward greater wellness and transformation.