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In 1986, Mr. Lakewood earned his Bachelors degree in Social Work at George Williams College, Downers Grove, Illinois. In 1987, while enrolled in the advanced standing program, Mr. Lakewood earned his Masters degree in Social Work at Aurora University, Aurora, Illinois.
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 taught parents strategies and techniques to help them effectively manage their children's behavior. Mr. Lakewood also provided clinical and consultation services to school administrators, educators, and students on issues of bullying and behavior management. 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, Mr. Lakewood 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 feel free to visit http://www.SuddenCompliance.com. In addition, viewers can attend this program on-line as in is now a live Webinar series. For more information regarding the Sudden Compliance Program Webinar Series, please feel free to visit http://www.SuddenComplianceWebinars.com.
Also in 2006, Mr. Lakewood authored the "Standing Up To Bullying" conference. Introducing the latest research, this powerful conference is designed to empower and equip school administrators, educators, social workers, counselors, and psychologists with skills and tools designed to minimize or eradicate youth bullying and violence. Mr. Lakewood not only authored this conference but is presently touring the country with it. For more information about the "Standing Up To Bullying" conference, please feel free to visit http://www.StandingUpToBullying.com.
In 2007, after working several years with children on issues of bullying, Mr. Lakewood developed the "Standing Up To Bullying" Computer and Card game. This educational game teaches school-age children anti-bullying skills in a fun and exciting way. This game teaches children effective ways to resolve issues of bullying without resorting to violence. This game can easily be played at home, classroom, and therapy settings. For more information about this game, please feel free to visit http://www.strongfamilies.us/games.php.
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.