Marv has given his life to encouraging, equipping, educating, empowering, and energizing others, through teaching, training, writing, resource development, consulting, coaching, counselling, and mentoring. His commitment to see the next generation positioned for healthy relationships and effective leadership has defined the direction of his life. Much of his energy has been given to youth workers, parents, educators and mental health professionals who influence adolescents and young adults. Marv has taught thousands around the world in the formal halls of academia and every other informal setting you could imagine. A respected counsellor, energetic communicator, innovative thought leader and creative problem solver, Marv loves life and every opportunity and challenge it presents.