Ellina Lesnik

Ellina Lesnik is a biblical counselor, speaker, and writer from Ukraine. She is the founder and head of Help for Heart, an online school for biblical counseling that partners with the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF) to provide courses for the Russian-speaking world. With over a decade of experience in ministry, Ellina previously served as the national leader of the women’s ministry for Campus Crusade for Christ in Ukraine. She now teaches at conferences on topics such as fear, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, and faith in times of war. Passionate about equipping the church to serve society, she organizes nationwide conferences on crisis response and counseling. Ellina is also pursuing her master’s degree in counseling at Westminster Seminary. She is the author of books on faith and resilience, drawing from both Scripture and real-life experiences. She lives in Ukraine with her husband, Serhii Lesnik, who is actively involved in humanitarian work and leadership. Together, they serve their community and beyond, offering hope and practical support through their ministries.