Dr. John Townsend

Dr. John Townsend

Keynote Speaker: Clinical Psychologist, Leadership Consultant, Best-Selling Author

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Dr. John Townsend Biography

Dr. John Townsend, a clinical psychologist and leadership consultant, has dedicated over two decades to assisting leaders, organizations, and individuals in enhancing their effectiveness and overall well-being. With a prolific authorship record, he has written or co-authored 27 books, including the New York Times best-seller "Boundaries," along with other notable works such as "It's Not My Fault," and "Leadership Beyond Reason: How Great Leaders Succeed by Harnessing the Power of Their Values, Feelings, and Intuition."

In addition to his writing, Dr. Townsend co-hosts the nationally syndicated talk show "New Life Live," which is broadcast across 180 markets and reaches 3 million listeners. His engaging, insightful, and humorous delivery has made him a sought-after speaker both nationally and internationally. Furthermore, he brings his expertise to the business sector through his Leadership Coaching Program, aimed at executives, managers, and small business owners, conducted in Newport Beach, CA, Dallas, TX, and Indianapolis, IN.

Dr. Townsend holds a B.A. in psychology with honors from North Carolina State University, a master of theology degree with honors from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Biola University. He resides in Newport Beach, California, with his wife, Barbi, and their two sons. Dr. Townsend is also an active board member of Mustard Seed Ranch, a residential program for abused children, and enjoys playing in a band that performs across southern California. His extensive involvement in leadership and relationship seminars globally for more than 20 years, and his experience co-founding and directing a healthcare company that operated in 35 cities in the western U.S., further highlight his commitment to impacting lives across multiple platforms.

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What topics does Dr. John Townsend speak about?

Dr. John Townsend is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Christian, Leadership, Psychology, Social Sciences and Faith & Religion.

Where does Dr. John Townsend travel from?

Dr. John Townsend generally travels from Newport Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Dr. John Townsend?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. John Townsend for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. John Townsend for your next private or corporate function.

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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. John Townsend or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Dr. John Townsend is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Christian and Leadership. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. John Townsend for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Dr. John Townsend generally travels from Newport Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jim Morris, Danny Wuerffel and Brian Holloway. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. John Townsend for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 25/06/2025.
  • How do I book Dr. John Townsend to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Dr. John Townsend for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Dr. John Townsend, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Dr. John Townsend or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Dr. John Townsend for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Dr. John Townsend, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Dr. John Townsend are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Dr. John Townsend, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Dr. John Townsend speak about?

    Dr. John Townsend is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Christian, Leadership, Psychology, Social Sciences and Faith & Religion.
  • Where does Dr. John Townsend travel from?

    Dr. John Townsend generally travels from Newport Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Dr. John Townsend?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Dr. John Townsend for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Dr. John Townsend for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Dr. John Townsend or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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