John Delony
| John Delony | |
|---|---|
| Born | Texas, U.S. |
| 🏫 Education | Lubbock Christian University (BA) Texas Tech University (MA, PhD) |
| 💼 Occupation | Author, radio show host, podcaster, speaker, mental health expert |
| 👔 Employer | Ramsey Solutions |
| Notable work |
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| 👩 Spouse(s) | Sheila Quinn Delony |
| 👶 Children | 2 |
| 🌐 Website | johndelony |
John Delony is an American popular mental health expert. He works with Ramsey Solutions—the company run by radio personality and finance expert Dave Ramsey. Delony is a co-host of the nationally syndicated radio program The Ramsey Show and host of The Dr. John Delony Show podcast.[1]
Before joining Ramsey Solutions, Delony had over 20 years of experience in counseling, crisis response, and higher education.[2] Delony has written several bestselling books, including The Wall Street Journal bestseller, Building a Non-Anxious Life.[3]
Early life and education
Delony was born and raised in the Houston, Texas area.[4] After graduating from Kingwood High School, Delony earned a bachelor's degree in humanities and psychology from Lubbock Christian University in 2000, followed by a master's degree in higher education administration from Texas Tech University.[5][6]
In 2013, Delony completed the Higher Education Management Development Program through Harvard University's Graduate School of Education.[5] Delony also has two PhDs from Texas Tech University in counselor education and supervision and higher education administration, which he completed in 2018.[6]
Career
Delony began his career in higher education leadership in student affairs positions at Abilene Christian University and his alma mater, Lubbock Christian University.[2] He eventually became assistant dean of students at LCU.[6]
At Texas Tech University School of Law, Delony served as associate academic dean of students and liaison to the broader University Campus Life Office.[2] He also chaired the Student Support and Emergency Team, advised the Student Bar Association and assisted with strategic planning for the School of Law.[5]
In May 2018, Delony joined Belmont University as associate provost and dean of students.[2]
Delony joined Ramsey Solutions in 2020 as a Ramsey Personality specializing in mental health and interpersonal relationships.[7] He co-hosts the nationally syndicated radio program The Ramsey Show and hosts his own podcast, The Dr. John Delony Show.[1]
In addition to his books, Delony created the Questions for Humans series of conversation starter card decks for Ramsey Solutions.[8] He has also made appearances on Today, The Minimalists and Jordan Peterson's podcasts, as well as a keynote speaker at live events inside and outside of Ramsey Solutions.[7]
Personal life
Delony is married to Sheila Quinn Delony, a writer and life coach.[9] They are based in Middle Tennessee and have two children.[9][7]
Books
- Redefining Anxiety: What It Is, What It Isn't, and How to Get Your Life Back (2020)
- Own Your Past Change Your Future: A Not-So-Complicated Approach to Relationships, Mental Health & Wellness (2022)
- Building a Non-Anxious Life (2023)
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Dr. John Delony, Dave Ramsey personality, to visit LCU on Sept. 12". Everything Lubbock. September 8, 2021.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Hefner, April (March 21, 2018). "Dr. John Delony Appointed Associate Provost and Dean of Students for Belmont University". Belmont University.
- ↑ "Bestselling Books Week Ended October 7". The Wall Street Journal. October 12, 2023.
- ↑ Van Auken, Daniel (April 29, 2024). "Interviewing The Punk Rock Counselor Dr. John Delony: Your Brain Isn't Broken". Medium.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 "Belmont Taps Associate Provost, Dean of Students". Nashville Post. March 21, 2018.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 "Sitting with People—An Unexpected Calling". Reflections. 63 (3). Lubbock Christian University. Fall 2023.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 "John Delony". Ramsey Solutions.
- ↑ "Questions for Humans". Ramsey Solutions.
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Delony, John (2022). Own Your Past Change Your Future: A Not-So-Complicated Approach to Relationships, Mental Health, and Wellness. Franklin, Tennessee: Ramsey Press. ISBN 978-1-942121-62-6. Search this book on
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