In 1986, Mr. Lakewood earned his Bachelors degree in Social Work at George Williams College, Downers Grove, Illinois. In 1987, he earned his Masters degree in Social Work at Aurora University, Aurora, Illinois while enrolled in the advanced standing program. After graduating with his Master?s degree, Mr. Lakewood obtained employment at medical clinics and hospitals providing counseling services to patients. He also obtained employment at a variety of family preservation and mental health facilities. Mr. Lakewood developed and facilitated a parenting program for parents of strong-willed children that gained local recognition. This program was designed to teach parents strategies and techniques to help them effectively manage their children's behavior. In addition, Mr. Lakewood developed and facilitated many seminars and workshops that focused on parenting and family issues. He was featured and interviewed on television/radio programs and in newspaper articles. In 2002, Mr. Lakewood opened his own private practice where he provided individual, family, marital, couples, and group therapy outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults. As a motivational/professional speaker, Mr. Lakewood presently facilitates national seminars on family-related issues. With his dynamic speaking style, he uses humor and practical skills to help others overcome life obstacles. Mr. Lakewood is easy going, an excellent communicator, entertainer, inspiring, provides a relaxed and safe environment, and promotes awareness and understanding to help others obtain the necessary skills to resolve their conflicts. With his enthusiasm, uniqueness, and high energy level, Mr. Lakewood's speaking style keeps his audiences attentive. In 2006, Mr. Lakewood authored and video-taped his first parenting DVD/downloadable video series entitled the, ?Sudden Compliance Program?. This program is designed to help children significantly and swiftly improve their behavior at home, school, and within the community without relying on medication, psychological or psychiatric services. For more information on this program and how you could purchase the ?Sudden Compliance Program?, please log onto Also in 2006, Mr. Lakewood authored the ?Standing Up To Bullying? program. This project first was designed as a seminar for the general community and now has blossomed into a comprehensive school-based bullying prevention program that addresses educators, parents, and students in three different training presentations. Each training presentation covers a comprehensive list of topics designed to reduce or eradicate bullying within schools, homes, and the community. Mr. Lakewood not only authored this program but is presently touring the country with it. For more information on the ?Standing Up To Bullying? program and how you could book this program at your school, please log on to .Mr. Lakewood subscribes to three therapeutic models: 1) Ecological/Systems, 2) Cognitive, and 3) Behavioral. The Ecological/Systems model focuses on how we are affected by our environment. The Cognitive model focuses on how we are affected by our thoughts and beliefs. The Behavioral model focuses on how we are affected by our behavior. Mr. Lakewood believes that all three models are very effective in reducing or eliminating emotional and behavioral problems in children, adolescents, and adults.