As a student and teacher of Bible classes and seminars for over thirty-five years, Nan Brown Self has a passion for applying the teachings of the Bible to everyday life. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Texas at Dallas and a Master's Degree in Education from the University of North Texas in Denton. A retired licensed professional counselor and registered play therapist, she is a former member of the American Association of Christian Counselors. She counseled and taught families, individuals and children for ten years.