Philip Terry-Smith holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in social systems with sub-specialties in child and adolescent development and organizational development and a Doctor of Theology degree in sacred theology. He is also completing studies for a Doctor of Laws in international humanitarian law. He has practiced in the field of human services since 1985. His specialties have included human development, organizational systems, community organizations and humanitarian care. He maintains a private practice as a professional counselor, coach and consultant and provides clinical supervision through this practice. He serves as adjunct faculty for the graduate programs at Lincoln University of Pennsylvania and the School for Public Service Leadership, Graduate Studies at Capella University as well as for the Sociology Department of Anne Arundel Community College in Maryland and has been a featured lecturer at virtually every major university in the Baltimore/Washington Area.