About Larry Crabb
A Brief Vitae of Lawrence J. Crabb, Jr., Ph.D.
Brief Bio
Dr. Larry Crabb is a well-known psychologist, conference and seminar speaker, Bible teacher, popular author, and founder/director of NewWay Ministries. In addition to various other speaking and teaching opportunities, Dr. Crabb offers a weekend conference throughout the country entitled Life on the Narrow Road and a week-long School of Spiritual Direction held in Colorado Springs, CO. He currently is Scholar in Residence at Colorado Christian University in Colorado and serves as Spiritual Director for the American Association of Christian Counselors. Dr. Crabb has authored many books including; Understanding People, The Marriage Builder, Finding God, Connecting, The Safest Place on Earth, The Pressure's Off, Shattered Dreams, and SoulTalk. His latest book, The PAPA Prayer, was released in February 2006. Dr. Crabb and his wife, Rachael, live in the Denver, Colorado area.
Educational Background
Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, University of Illinois, 1970 (Minors: Speech Therapy and Philosophy of Science)
M.A. Clinical Psychology, University of Illinois, 1969
B.S. Psychology, Ursinus College, 1965
History
Distinguished Scholar in Residence, Colorado Christian University, Morrison, CO, 1996-present
Adjunct Professor, Regent College, Vancouver, B.C., 1998-1999
Chairman and Professor, Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling Program, Colorado Christian University, Morrison, CO, 1989-1996
Chairman and Professor, Graduate Department of Biblical Counseling, Grace Theological Seminary, Winona Lake, IN, 1982-1989
Private Practice, Clinical Psychology, Boca Raton, Florida, 1973-1982
Director, Psychological Counseling Center, Florida Atlantic University - Assistant Professor, Psychology Department 1971-1973
Assistant Professor, Psychology, University of Illinois Staff Psychologist, Student Counseling Center, University Of Illinois, 1970-1971 (1971 Teacher of the Year Award, Psychology Department)
American Association of Christian Counselors, appointed Spiritual Director 2000
American Association of Christian Counselors, appointed Spiritual Director 2000
American Psychological Association
Licensed Psychologist - State of Colorado
Christian Association of Psychological Studies
Personal Commitments
Family: Rachael, two sons, two daughters-in-law, four grandchildren
Personal growth as a Christian
Involvement with the community of God's people as teacher, friend, and mentor
Exploring and writing about the Christian life, particularly the role of spiritual leadership and authentic community in the local church
Ministry Activities
Bible Teaching and Personal Discipleship
Training in Spiritual Direction in a week-long school
Seminars designed to strengthen Christians in their personal walk and in their relationships
Writing Books and articles
Next: Sovereign Stumbling, personal thoughts by Larry Crabb
