Dr. John Townsend is a psychologist, author, speaker, leadership coach and consultant who, for more than two decades, has been helping millions of people grow spiritually, emotionally and relationally. He is an engaging and informative speaker using a unique blend of wisdom, humor, care, and spirituality, and offers keen insight on all aspects of relationships--family, marriage, parenting, dating, and emotional growth. Dr. Townsend connects with his audiences in a very personal way.

A prolific writer, he has authored or co-authored 21 books which have sold over 5 million copies, including the 2 million-seller Gold Medallion Award-winning book Boundaries. Dr. Townsend’s latest book is Leadership Beyond Reason. His books are published in more than 21 languages. His writing has earned him three Gold Medallion awards, as well as the Retailers Choice award for God Will Make a Way. Some of Dr. Townsend’s other books include Rescue Your Love Life, Hiding from Love, and Boundaries with Teens.

Dr. Townsend’s conducts his own Leadership Coaching Program, accelerating leadership and organizational performance. The program takes place in selected locations in the United States, and has teams of a maximum of 10, which meet one full day a month for training and growth. Dr. Townsend also conducts Boundaries Boot Camp, an experiential weekend to help people grow in personal empowerment, which is being offered in several national locations. In addition, Dr. Townsend co-founded and co-directs the Ultimate Leadership Workshop, a week-long growth experience for a variety of leaders.

Dr. Townsend co-hosts the nationally syndicated daily radio program New Life Live, which broadcasts in over 150 markets with 3 million listeners. Dr. Townsend has two regular television programs on the Church Communication Network, “Ultimate Leadership,” for leadership growth and outcomes; and “Solutions,” a relationship lecture series. He has also appeared on Fox news, Focus On the Family, Trinity Broadcasting Network, and other media venues.

He co-founded Cloud-Townsend Resources which produces and resources his speaking events. Dr. Townsend also co-founded a health-care company, which operated treatment centers in 35 cities in the Western United States, where he served as Clinical Co-Director for 10 years. This extensive background in clinical practice and research is the source of the many insights on personal growth and problem solving that he shares with audiences today.

Dr. Townsend is a visiting professor at Dallas Theological Seminary. He is Clinical Director of the American Association of Christian Counselors. He has also served as president of the Christian Association for Psychological Studies, western division. He serves on the Board of Directors of Mustard Seed Ranch; a unique, faith-focused program that uses a ranch setting to assist children who have had severe struggles. He is also on the Board of Advisors for two other ministries, India Gospel League, which supports the needy in India, and Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS), a ministry to moms.

Born and raised in North Carolina, Dr. Townsend earned his BA in psychology at North Carolina State University, graduating with honors. He went on to obtain his Masters of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary, again with honors, and s Masters and Ph.D in clinical psychology from Biola University in California.

Dr. Townsend, along with his wife and sons, lives in Southern California. He is a music lover, and despite his busy schedule, also plays in a band that plays at restaurants and lounges in Southern California.

Contact information:
www.drtownsend.com
www.cloudtownsend.com
800-676-HOPE (4673)
949-249-2398