Author: Dr Ken McGill

Dr. Ken McGill is an ordained minister and has been involved in counseling for more than 25 years. Dr. McGill holds a Bachelor's degree in Religion from Pacific Christian College (now Hope International University), a Certificate of Completion in the Alcohol and Drug Studies/Counseling Program from the University of California at Los Angeles and a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. Dr. McGill received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Family Psychology from Azusa Pacific University in May, 2003. Dr. McGill's dissertation focused on the development of an integrated treatment program for the sexually addicted homeless population, and Ken was "personally mentored" by dissertation committee member Dr. Patrick Carnes, a pioneer in the field of sex addiction work. Dr. McGill authored a chapter in the text The Clinical Management of Sex Addiction, with his chapter addressing the homeless and sex addiction. Dr. McGill is also a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the States of Texas and California and Mississippi, and is a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist, through the International Institute for Trauma and Addictive Professionals (IITAP). Dr. McGill had a private practice in Glendora, CA (Aspen Counseling Center), Inglewood, CA (Faithful Central Bible Church), and Hattiesburg, MS (River of Life Church), specializing in the following areas with individuals, couples, families, groups and psychoeducational training: addictions and recovery, pre-marital, marital and family counseling, issues related to traumatization and abuse, as well as depression, grief, loss, anger management and men's and women's issues. Dr. McGill also provided psychotherapeutic treatment with Student-Athletes on the University of Southern Mississippi Football and Men's Basketball teams. Dr. McGill served as the Director of the Gentle Path Program, which is a seven-week residential program, for people who are challenged with sexual addiction, sexual anorexia, and relationship issues. Dr. McGill also supervised Doctoral students in the Southern Mississippi Psychology Internship Consortium with the University of Southern Mississippi. Dr. McGill was inducted into the Azusa Pacific University Academic Hall of Honor, School of Behavioral and Applied Sciences, in October, 2010. Dr. McGill currently works as a Private practice clinician with an office in Plano, Texas, providing treatment with people who are challenged in the areas mentioned above.

Wisdom that Sticks #104

May 30, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#104) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill Dr. Ken McGill, LMFT, works with individuals and couples to build healthier relationships through therapy integrating psychology, theology, and neurobiological concepts. His work includes relationship repair and growth, faith-integrated … More Wisdom that Sticks #104

Wisdom that Sticks #103

May 27, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#103) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill Dr. Ken McGill, LMFT, works with individuals and couples to build healthier relationships through therapy integrating psychology, theology, and neurobiological concepts. His work includes relationship repair and growth, faith-integrated … More Wisdom that Sticks #103

Five Takeaways from My Family Vacation to Uganda (Including a 48-Hour CDC Reroute Home)

May 24, 2026

This morning I texted two pastors at our church to mention that Leslie and I would be joining the service remotely, having arrived home late Saturday night from our 11-day trip to Uganda. One mentioned he’d love to hear about our trip once we were rested and settled in. I shared two insights in that … More Five Takeaways from My Family Vacation to Uganda (Including a 48-Hour CDC Reroute Home)

Wisdom that Sticks #101 (May 4th)

May 3, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#101 – May 4th) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill Dr. Ken McGill, LMFT, works with individuals and couples to build healthier relationships through therapy integrating psychology, theology, and neurobiological concepts. His work includes relationship repair … More Wisdom that Sticks #101 (May 4th)

Wisdom that Sticks #100

May 2, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#100) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill This is meaningful not only because it’s my 100th post in the Wisdom that Sticks series, but also because Deuteronomy 6:4–9 is one of the foundational passages for my book, Cultivating Love: … More Wisdom that Sticks #100

Wisdom that Sticks #99

May 1, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#99) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill Dr. Ken McGill, LMFT, works with individuals and couples to build healthier relationships through therapy integrating psychology, theology, and neurobiological concepts. His work includes relationship repair and growth, faith-integrated … More Wisdom that Sticks #99

Wisdom that Sticks #98

April 30, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#98) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill Dr. Ken McGill, LMFT, works with individuals and couples to build healthier relationships through therapy integrating psychology, theology, and neurobiological concepts. His work includes relationship repair and growth, faith-integrated … More Wisdom that Sticks #98

Wisdom that Sticks #97

April 29, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#97) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill Dr. Ken McGill, LMFT, works with individuals and couples to build healthier relationships through therapy integrating psychology, theology, and neurobiological concepts. His work includes relationship repair and growth, faith-integrated … More Wisdom that Sticks #97

Wisdom that Sticks #96

April 28, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#96) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill Dr. Ken McGill, LMFT, works with individuals and couples to build healthier relationships through therapy integrating psychology, theology, and neurobiological concepts. His work includes relationship repair and growth, faith-integrated … More Wisdom that Sticks #96

Wisdom that Sticks #95

April 26, 2026

“Wisdom that Sticks” (#95) are daily insights to cultivate love, wisdom, and intentional living, based on a Wisdom Tool exercise in Cultivating Love: Wisdom for Life by Dr. Ken McGill Dr. Ken McGill, LMFT, works with individuals and couples to build healthier relationships through therapy integrating psychology, theology, and neurobiological concepts. His work includes relationship repair and growth, faith-integrated … More Wisdom that Sticks #95