Daniel G. Amen, MD, has helped millions of people change their brains and lives. He is the founder of Amen Clinics with 11 locations across the United States, a 19-time national bestselling author, and the creator of online videos about the brain and mental health that have been viewed nearly a billion times.
He has written and produced 18 national public television specials about the brain that have aired more than 150,000 times across North America. Dr. Amen believes we can end mental illness by creating a revolution in brain health and regularly speaks to businesses, organizations, and churches about how to have a better brain and a better life.
Aundi Kolber is a licensed professional counselor (LPC), speaker, and author of the groundbreaking book Try Softer and its companion, The Try Softer Guided Journey. She is the owner of Kolber Counseling, LLC, established in 2009, and has specialized training in trauma- and body-centered therapies, including EMDR therapy.
Aundi is passionate about the integration of faith and psychology and is a sought-after expert in both faith and secular settings. She has appeared on Good Morning America and numerous podcasts. As a survivor of trauma and lifelong learner, she brings hard-won knowledge around change, redemption, and healing.
Curt Thompson, M.D., is a psychiatrist in private practice in Falls Church, Virginia. He graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine and completed his psychiatric residency at Temple University Hospital. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
His primary focus is the integration of psychiatry, interpersonal neurobiology, and Christian spirituality. He is a frequent speaker at workshops, conferences, and retreats and actively trains clinicians and educates patients and colleagues.
Dr. David and Amanda Erickson are the founders of Flourishing Homes & Families, a ministry that educates, empowers, and equips Christian parents to lead their families through parenting principles that are rooted in the teaching of Jesus. With David's background in theology and Amanda's love for child development, they're passionate about helping parents find harmony at the intersection of Jesus-centered theology and modern neuroscience. They live in a little house on a little farm in Texas, where they hope to create big memories and show big love to all who enter, especially their two boys.
John Ortberg is a bestselling author and speaker who has been in ministry for over 40 years, teaching around a central theme of spiritual formation. His deep desire is for people to know God in an interactive, life-transforming way.
His books include Eternity Is Now in Session, Soul Keeping, The Life You've Always Wanted, Faith and Doubt, and If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat. He currently leads the ministry Become New.
W. Lee Warren, MD, is a practicing neurosurgeon, award-winning author, and Iraq War veteran. His writing and teaching connect neuroscience and faith to inspire radical life transformation.
He hosts The Dr. Lee Warren Podcast, publishes the bestselling Self-Brain Surgery newsletter, and has authored several acclaimed books. He lives in Nebraska with his wife, Lisa, and their family.
Valorie Burton is founder of The Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute and a Master Certified Coach. She has helped people around the world build resilience and happiness through applied positive psychology.
An author of more than a dozen books, Valorie has spoken for organizations including Google, Apple, NASA, Bank of America, and the U.S. military. She lives near Atlanta with her husband and children.
Dr. Alicia Britt Chole is a speaker, leadership mentor, and award-winning author known for addressing deep spiritual issues with honesty, realism, and grace. A former atheist, her worldview was transformed through faith in Jesus.
She holds a doctorate in leadership and spiritual formation and is the founding director of Leadership Investment Intensives, Inc. Her books include Anonymous, 40 Days of Decrease, The Sacred Slow, and The Night Is Normal.
Chuck DeGroat is a professor of pastoral care and Christian spirituality at Western Theological Seminary and serves as the founding executive director of its clinical mental health counseling program.
A licensed therapist, spiritual director, author, and founder of the Soul Care Collaborative, he specializes in trauma recovery, abuse, pastoral health, and spiritually attuned care.
Michael Guillen, PhD, earned degrees in physics, mathematics, and astronomy and taught physics at Harvard University for eight years. He later became an Emmy-winning science editor for ABC News.
He is the author of bestselling books, host of the podcast Science + God with Dr. G, cofounder of Accelarise Media, and a frequent speaker on college campuses worldwide.
Jean Stoffer is an award-winning interior designer specializing in kitchen and bath design. She is known for creating beautiful, functional spaces tailored to her clients' lifestyles.
Jean is the founder of Stoffer Home and Stoffer Home Cabinetry and stars in Magnolia Network's television series The Established Home, which showcases her design work.
Shaunti Feldhahn, PhD, is a bestselling author, speaker, and social researcher known for helping people thrive in life, faith, leadership, and relationships through practical, research-based insights.
Her books have sold more than three million copies in twenty-five languages. She speaks at events worldwide and shares transformative findings that help people flourish in their daily lives and relationships.
