Dr. John Townsend

Dr. John Townsend is a clinical psychologist, a New York Times best-selling author, a popular public speaker, and a nationally-recognized leadership and business consultant. He is the founder of the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling and the Townsend Leadership Program, and he travels extensively for corporate consulting, speaking engagements, and other opportunities in which he can pursue his passion for developing leaders, their teams, and their families. A prolific writer, Dr. Townsend has authored/co-authored more than 45 books which have sold over 15 million copies, including Boundaries in Marriage, People Fuel, and Who’s Pushing Your Buttons? Learn more about Dr. Townsend at his website, drtownsend.com.

Proven Strategies for Establishing Healthy Boundaries With Your Kids

Dr. John Townsend shares practical tips for parents struggling to set healthy boundaries with their children. He provides insights into relatable situations spanning every stage of the parenting journey, from teaching unruly toddlers to dealing with adult children who still live at home.

September 9, 2026

How to Set Healthy Boundaries in Your Marriage

Psychologist Dr. John Townsend explains why healthy boundaries in your marriage are important, and offers practical suggestions for how you and your spouse can set and maintain those boundaries.

October 21, 2025

Fueling Great Relationships With Others

Dr. John Townsend offers practical ideas for how to tank up on relational nutrients in your relationships and how to contribute to the lives of others for emotional and spiritual health. He describes the types of people who are needed on your “life team” to help you grow – and others who need to be held at arm’s length, as you seek balance in your relationships with friends and colleagues.

June 23, 2025

father and son sitting on the hood of a car. The dad is giving his son the keys to the car

Boundaries with Teens: The Key to Freedom

Equipping your teen with inner strength and a sense of responsibility can feel overwhelming. Learn more about how to build healthy boundaries for your teen concerning their increasing freedom.

November 11, 2024

Building Trust in Marriage

Trust in marriage stands or falls on the quality of its foundation.

February 27, 2024

Best of 2022: Fueling Great Relationships With Others

In this best of 2022 broadcast, Dr. John Townsend offers practical ideas on how to create incredibly meaningful relationships in every area of your life. He describes the types of people who are needed on your “life team” to help you grow – and others who need to be held at arm’s length, as you seek balance in your relationships with friends and colleagues.

December 26, 2022