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Richard Marks Ph.D.
Richard Marks, PhD (Dr. Rick) and his wife, Louella, met in 1981 when he served as a chaplains assistant in the United States Navy. Having built a friendship for 2 years they were married in 1984 a...view moreRichard Marks, PhD (Dr. Rick) and his wife, Louella, met in 1981 when he served as a chaplains assistant in the United States Navy. Having built a friendship for 2 years they were married in 1984 and have three adult children. Both he and Louella come from broken homes as children and found themselves lacking in the healthy skills for intimacy and connection. Their journey in healing and growth has led them to impart their knowledge of hurt, pain, growth, healing and maturity into others.
Dr. Rick earned a PhD in Psychology and Counseling, a Master or Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and an M.A. in Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, he is also an ordained minister.
Dr. Marks is the founder and Executive Director of ConnectUS 4 Life, Inc., a marriage and family development organization seeking to help business, social service agencies, government and the faith community enrich and strengthen marriages and families through education, prevention, and public awareness, seminars, classes, consulting, retreats, and one-on-one coaching.
Dr. Marks is the developer of the Enriched Relationship series of relationship materials. These relationship skills programs for couples, youth, and the workplace, are focused on teaching core skills for bonding and intimacy and healthy relationships. Dr. Marks is also a trainer to Prepare Enrich and an instructor of various programs such as PREP, PAIRS, 7 Habits of Healthy Families, Compassionate Parenting, and others.
Dr. Marks served as a Commissioner on the Florida Commission on Marriage and Family Support Initiatives from 2003-2007. Dr. Marks has been a keynote and conference speaker in conferences such as Smartmarriages, AACC, North American Conference for Divorced and Separated Catholics, and Association of Marriage and Family Ministries. He writes articles for local publications in the Jacksonville, Florida area and has been on national and local radio and television shows such as the 700 Club.view less
Books by Richard Marks Ph.D.
Relationships for Life: How to Improve Yourself and the Relationships Around You