Transforming Christian leaders into catalysts of deep growth
We exist to build the world's leading community of attachment-informed Christian practitioners
Our mission: Make deep transformation accessible to every Christian leader
RS Academy was born from 30+ years of discovering what actually creates lasting change. As a clinical psychologist, professor, and researcher, I witnessed the gap between wanting to help people and actually facilitating transformation that sticks.
This led to developing the Relational Spirituality framework, building a community of Christian leaders passionate about deep growth, and equipping practitioners who are changing lives—one relationship at a time.
Facilitating transformation is hard.
My purpose is to equip Christian leaders with what I wish I had 30 years ago: a proven framework that addresses root causes, not just symptoms.
Growing up with a mother who faced mental health challenges, I experienced firsthand the disconnection that plagues so many relationships—including with God. My own healing through secure relationships sparked a calling: help others experience and facilitate the same deep transformation.
Every Christian coach and leader deserves:
- A clear framework (not more guesswork)
- Proven tools (not surface-level fixes)
- Ongoing support (not isolation)
- Lasting impact (not quick wins that fade)
My journey began at 26 as an Army Captain running a mental health clinic. Fifteen thousand soldiers, and I quickly learned that rank doesn't earn trust. Authentic connection does.
Since then, my path has woven together:
- Professor at Rosemead School of Psychology (Biola University)
- Faculty Affiliate at Harvard Human Flourishing Program
- Published researcher in top-tier academic journals
- Specialist in attachment theory and spiritual formation
- 10,000+ hours of therapy and coaching sessions
- Licensed psychologist with 30+ years of clinical experience
- Certified in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Therapy (AEDP)
- Active practitioner working with coaches and ministry leaders
- Developer of the Spiritual Transformation Inventory
(used by 55,000+ people) - Co-founder of Flourishing Metrics
(partnered with Harvard, acquired by Gloo) - Creator of research-backed assessments and frameworks
- Author/Editor of 7 books including Relational Spirituality and The Connected Life
Training Christian coaches, counselors, and ministry leaders through the RS Academy to facilitate transformation that actually lasts.
Southern California with my wife Liz and our two adult sons, Brennan and Aiden.