Nicholas Brink received his PhD in Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (1970).  He was a psychologist and Director of Psychological Services at Danville State Hospital, Danville, Pennsylvania, beginning his private practice as a clinical psychologist in 1982.  He is a past president of the American Association for the Study of Mental Imagery and a past board member of the International Association for the Study of Dreams.  Besides numerous journal publications and conference papers and workshops he has published seven books:

Brink, N. E. (2002). Grendel and His Mother: Healing the Traumas of Childhood Through Dreams, Imagery and Hypnosis.  New York, NY: Routledge.

Brink, N. E. (2013). The Power of Ecstatic Trance: Practices for Healing, Spiritual Growth, and Accessing the Universal Mind. Rochester, VT: Bear & Co.

Brink, N. E. (2014). Baldr’s Magic: The Power of Norse Shamanism and Ecstatic Trance. Rochester, VT: Bear & Co.

Brink, N. E. (2016a). Beowulf’s Ecstatic Trance Magic: Accessing the Archaic Powers of the Universal Mind. Rochester, VT: Bear & Co.

Brink, N. E. (2016b). Trance Journeys of the Hunter-Gatherers: Ecstatic Practices to Reconnect with the Great Mother and Heal the Earth. Rochester, VT: Bear & Co.

Brink, N. E. (2017). Ecstatic Soul Retrieval: Shamanism and Psychotherapy. Rochester, VT: Bear & Co.

Brink, N. E. (2019). Applying the Constructivist Approach to Cognitive Therapy: Resolving the Unconscious Past. New York, NY: Routledge. 

Kathleen studied psychology, English and modern history at Melbourne University and subsequently studied postgraduate criminology.

Applying what she had learned to her personal and professional lives became a passion. This led to the development of a personal program of continuous learning and to the creation of her company, Intuitive Insights, which focused on executive development, leadership coaching and community engagement.

The company concentrated on helping leaders, individuals and teams to understand the essence of who they are and how they can choose the way forward to give their work and life meaning and purpose.

Kathleen has coached over 300 executives around the world.

This balanced and fulfilling life came to a sudden and distressing full stop on 23 August 2011 when she suffered a major stroke.

Determined that her experiences might have lessons for others, and while she was still recovering in hospital from operations and treatment, she began the writing of Standing Up!. Given the state of her health, this was challenging enough, but the death of her parents within a few months of each other in October 2012 and February 2013 further tested her resolve to complete the book.

A further heavy blow came when one of her much-loved daughters, Dr Lucinda May Jordan, was diagnosed with breast cancer, also early in 2013. She subsequently passed away in May 2015.

Lucinda had been working with the McAuley Community Services for Women in Victoria. McAuley supports women and children experiencing family violence or homelessness.

Proceeds from the sale of Standing Up! are donated to McAuley Community Services.

Natasha is an Executive Coach, Life Coach & Passion Mapping

Practitioner.  She facilitates and helps people develop themselves in

multiple spaces, including Experiential Leadership, Personal Efficiency

(PEPworlwide NZ) and Personal Development. She also teaches weekly Kundalini

Yoga & Meditation classes.



Natasha has real belief in people's potential and passion for what drives

human excellence. She takes a holistic view of Leadership, Productivity and

Well-being and enjoys working in all 3 areas. Her multi-cultural background

and strong presentation and communication skills enable her to facilitate

life-changing results in both individuals and groups.



Natasha grew up in Canada and Mexico and has also enjoyed living and working

in Japan, Australia and Thailand.  She now lives in New Zealand with her

Kiwi Husband and their 10-year-old son.

 

Tiffany Daniel joined the US Army in 1986,retiring in 2014,and is a CombatVeteran.She is presently in the US Army Inactive Ready Reserves. Her first combat tour was with the 115th Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH) in support of Desert Shield/Storm. She started as a Track Vehicle Repairer (63H)going on recovery missions later becoming an Automated Logistical Specialist (92A). Both positions held mainly by men. The main mission for the Mobile Hospital was to recover abandoned vehicles. Tiffany later became a combat medic for her Mobile Support Team (MST). From the onset of deployment Tiffany soon realized that her life had a bigger mission,and she has been determined ever since to submit to it. Tiffany has evolved into a woman of God created in His greatness daily pursuing her purpose driven life.Tiffany is an Analyst by trade and an Inspirational Health and Wellness Coach by purpose. She is a member of the following organizations: Federally Employed Women (FEW), a non-profit organization working as an advocacy group to improve the status of women employed by the federal government. Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW),a non-profit organization that supports veterans to ensure they are respected for their service, always receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made in the community and for our country.With the VFW she held the positions of Chaplain, Past District and Post Commander.Heal a Woman Heal a Nation, member, a community-based organization that promotes holistic wellness for women and families through education,physical and mental health, economic and self-empowerment. In choosing to become an Ambassador, she decided to make the commitment to stay focused and support the leaders that activate change in our communities. On One Accord Ministries, Inc.,a faith based non-profit organization assisting women as they transition from Victims of Domestic Violence, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Rehabilitation and Returning Citizens, to getting their life back in order. Catherine Foundation Pregnancy and Crisis Center, a faith based non-profit organization that educates women on healthy lifestyles, gives support, counseling,and referrals (shelter, food, clothing etc.) to assist them during and after their pregnancy.PresentDirector for Women Veterans United Committee, Inc. (WVUCI).Tiffany has two loving sons and three darling grandsons. She is a native Washingtonian, attended Margret Washington Vocational High School where she graduated from the Licensed Practical Nursing Program to pursue a career in nursing. Tiffany holds a BS in Psychology, Institute of Intergrative Nutrition Alumni, Cleveland Clinic Certified in Behavioral Health and Wellness and graduate of Spirit of Faith Bible Institute, Ministerial Studies.Tiffanyhas now put all this dedication and experience together to assist her as she operates in her passion.She was the owner of the Independently Owned Curves of Fort Washington, MD a franchise for women’s health & fitness.

Jonathan Tyler musician

DR. ALLEN LYCKA

Dr. Allen Lycka has been acknowledged as one of the leading cosmetic dermatologists in the world for three decades. A pioneer in cosmetic surgery, he helped to develop laser assisted tumescent liposuction – an advanced body sculpture technique, and Moh’s Micrographic Surgery, an advanced means of removing skin cancer with 99% success.

He has lived and practiced in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada since 1989. He’s written 17 books, 30+ academic papers and hosted the number one internet radio show in the world – Inside Cosmetic Surgery Today. He is a co- founder of Doctors for the Practice of Safe and Ethical Aesthetic Medicine and founder of The Canadian Skin Cancer Association. He has won the prestigious Consumers Choice Award For Cosmetic Surgery for 16 consecutive years.

In 2003, Dr. Lycka’s life changed drastically when he suddenly developed a right foot drop and then misdiagnosed as ALS (Lou Gherigs’ disease). Still, he maintained his status as a leading cosmetic doctor for 30 years.

Because of what he learned, he is co-authoring the book The Secrets of Living A Fantastic Life with Harriet Tinka, a former fashion model and Woman of Distinction.

He is also currently co-authoring two more books: one with Corie Poirier entitled, “bLU Talks Presents: Business, Life and the Universe” and one with Jack Canfield entitled, “The Pillars of Success.”

Currently acknowledged as a leading expert in Living A Fantastic Life and Turning Points, he is a transformational speaker, thought leader, coach, and mentor.