Licensed Pastoral Counselor and Therapist
Pastor Quanidos McGowen
Pastor Quanidos McGowen is a Licensed Pastoral Counselor, therapist and man of God with a heart for people. He serves as a Pastor of Pastoral Care at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. He has been an integral component of the Second Baptist family for over 14 years. Under the leadership of Dr. Ed Young, Pastor Q has coupled the fundamental techniques of leadership and his unique touch of connecting with people, to create a system that provides spiritual, mental, and emotional health to all that come into contact with him.
Pastor Q provides counseling to many individuals, couples and families from every end of the spectrum. He is trained in marriage and family counseling, crisis and trauma, addictions and recovery, and sexual abuse. He specializes in working with church clergymen and women by providing practical and spiritual guidance and mental health counseling and resources to those who are in pursuit and active in ministry and leadership.
Email: qmcgowen@thrivehousetherapy.com


Family Life
Pastor Q is married to Djuna McGowen. Together, they have 2 children and 5 grandchildren! He volunteers for several organizations and ministries including, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Jail and HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, where he is the volunteer chaplain. In his spare time, Pastor Q loves to read and learn new things, watching and attending basketball games, coaching sports, fishing and traveling. Pastor Q is a dedicated Pastor and man of God who is committed to seeing his clients grow mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
Committed To Helping Clients Succeed.
Certifications and Training
Licensed and Ordained Christian Pastor – June 2008
Certified Christian Counselor – American Association of Christian Counselors – September 2008
International Board of Christian Counselors Certification – September 2008
Certified Christian Chaplain – November 2015
Educational Background
Light University
Biblical Counseling Certification – September 2008
Christian Bible Institute and Seminary
Bachelor of Arts in Ministry