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Author: Mark Hundley M.Ed.,LPC-S

Mark Hundley has worked with children, youth and families since 1971 – devoting 13 years to youth and family ministry; another 10 years to service in public education as a teacher and high school counselor; and the remaining time as a therapist, consultant, speaker and writer. He earned his B.A. in Sociology from Hardin-Simmons University; his Master’s in Counseling from the University of North Texas; and has pursued doctoral studies in Educational Administration. Mark is a Life Transition Specialist with a specific expertise in the field of grief. He works with individuals, families and corporate bodies to create and implement strategies for powerful living despite obstacles faced. He is the author of Awaken to Good Mourning – a personal guide through the journey of grief – available in both print and audio versions. He is a co-founder of the Journey of Hope Grief Support Center in Plano, TX, a non-profit agency that provides free group grief support to children, adolescents and their parents or adult caregivers as they learn to mourn the death or impending death of a loved one. Mark limits his practice to evening and Saturday appointments; supervision for Licensed Professional Counselor Interns; online counseling; coaching, consulting, speaking and training. For more information about his coaching, consulting and public speaking services visit mckinneycounselingservices.com

Fighting the Fickle, Feely Fingers of FATE!

The Creepies I know when they are coming!  I can sense their presence lurking around the edges of my consciousness!  They’ve been a constant companion of mine since I was a child — and I’m guessing that they’ve been caught hanging around your life as well from time to time!  Who are they?  Well, they are the creepies of […]

What Might Happen If . . . ?

The “mean times” of life often explode on the scene — taking us by surprise; knocking us for a loop; blindsiding us; pulling the rug out from under our feet!  Those are the ones that shock, stun, eliminate, decimate, obliterate and destroy in an instant of time!  Those are the headline grabbers — the stories […]

On Second Thought!

Thoughts and Healthy Living “On second thought” – now there’s a phrase to catch one’s attention!  It announces that you have determined to give pause and think about what you just said.  Further, it indicates that a new statement is forthcoming – perhaps one that carries the weight of a bit more contemplation.  So often, […]

And IT came . . . to Pass!

And it came to pass! Is this phrase familiar to you? If you have ever been to church or listened to a sermon you have likely heard this phrase, “It came to pass!” Now usually, this phrase serves to simply introduce the next series of events. For example, “It came to pass that the that […]

Greetings!

Greetings fellow Earth Travelers! Although I have been blogging on another platform for a number of years, I have decided to jump ship and join the Word Press Crowd! I’m excited and look forward to sharing some thoughts, ideas and stories related to creating meaning in life through purposeful transitions. I am the author of […]

What is a "Life Transition Specialist?"

Someone recently asked me, “What the heck is a ‘Life Transition Specialist?’” I thought that was a pretty good question that demands an answer. I have been working with people since 1971 – as a youth/family minister; educator; psychotherapist; counselor; speaker, writer, personal coach and consultant. I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals, families, […]

Thoughts and Healthy Living

 “On second thought” – now there’s a phrase to catch one’s attention!  It announces that you have determined to give pause and think about what you just said.  Further, it indicates that a new statement is forthcoming – perhaps one that carries the weight of a bit more contemplation.  So often, we speak from the […]

Second Edition of Awaken to Good Mourning in print!

Just popped in to share some very exciting news! My website has changed significantly in design as well as accessibility! I am now offering both the original version of Awaken to Good Mourning in audio/cd format and the revised and updated Second Edition of Awaken to Good Mourning in print! In the very near future, […]

Revisiting "The Old, The Wise & The Bald…"

Three years ago, I published this post. I was shuffling through some past writings and ran across it. Thought you might find it interesting. Hope you like it the second time around! One out of Three Ain't Bad! This title sounds a little like an early Clint Eastwood movie – i.e. "The Good, The Bad […]