By age 16 our family had lived in five states and I had attended eight schools, where I had a front-row seat to the diverse ways families and people treated each other. The spectrum ranged from heartwarmingly wonderful to disconcertingly abusive, neglectful, or simply indifferent. This diversity sparked a curiosity that has never ended.

I pursued psychology (and skiing :) at the University of Colorado. My academic path led me to a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Western Seminary in 1986. For over 37 years, I've navigated the intricate landscapes of the human mind in private practice, fueled by a profound amazement at the resilience inherent in all of us.

I had the pleasure of teaching Leadership and Management at Seattle Pacific University School of Business and Economics, and psychological assessment and measurement at Chapman College graduate psychology program.

I have completed post-doctoral work through the Masterson Institute, and the Hudson Institute of Santa Barbara (Individual and Organizational Systems). I have also conducted research on the characteristics affecting spiritual well-being and relationship satisfaction.

I co-founded ThirdPool, a company that helps some of the most respected real estate companies recruit new agents across all 50 states. I continue to serve as an assessment consultant to both federal and state governments and reside in the Seattle area.

I have been married for 42 years, have three grown children and 4 grandchildren.

Summary of life learning: You bring out the best in yourself, by focusing on bringing out the best in others.