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The Arno Profile System (APS)

Overview

The Arno Profile System (APS) is a powerful temperament assessment designed to reveal the unique, God-ordained design of each individual. At DSB Ministries, Inc, the APS is utilized to deepen self-awareness, enhance communication, and foster personal growth aligned with spiritual purpose.

 

The APS is a temperament‑based assessment that identifies a person’s inborn tendencies — their “spiritual genetics,” as the NCCA describes it. This gives you insight into how God designed someone to respond to people, places, stress, and relationships.

According to the NCCA, the APS helps Christian counselors identify a person’s inborn temperament, which determines how they react to the world and handle stress.


✔ Saves time
The APS was created to help counselors discover in one session what normally takes 7–8 sessions to uncover.
✔ Reveals root issues
It shows:
•     Core emotional needs
•     Stress points
•     Relational patterns
•     Internal conflicts
•     Strengths and weaknesses
This allows you to go straight to the heart of the matter.
✔ Reduces guesswork
You’re not “figuring someone out.”
You’re working with data about how God wired them.
✔ Supports biblical counseling
Temperament is described as “God’s imprint upon each one of us” — so the APS aligns perfectly with your ministry’s spiritual foundation.
✔ Helps clients feel understood
When you explain their temperament, clients often say:

This builds trust and accelerates healing.

Core Temperament Dimensions

The APS evaluates three primary temperament dimensions:

  • Inclusion: How individuals engage socially and intellectually.

  • Control: Decision-making styles and leadership tendencies.

  • Affection: Emotional connection and warmth in relationships.

Understanding these dimensions helps clients recognize their natural strengths and areas for growth.

Benefits for Our Clients

  • Develops clarity about personal and relational dynamics.

  • Supports effective communication tailored to temperament styles.

  • Provides actionable insights for managing stress and emotional triggers.

  • Aligns coaching goals with the client’s authentic design and spiritual journey

Application in Counseling and Coaching

  • APS results guide personalized coaching strategies.

  • Facilitates breakthroughs by uncovering hidden patterns.

  • Enhances accountability through temperament-informed goal setting.

  • Encourages holistic growth—spiritual, emotional, and practical.

Commitment to Confidentiality

MEGAliving Coaching treats all APS information with strict confidentiality and respect, ensuring a safe space for transformative work.

Final Thoughts

The Arno Profile System is an invaluable tool within MEGAliving, empowering clients to live with greater purpose, clarity, and alignment with their God-given design.

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