You were created to flourish.

For more than 25 years, I've guided many on a journey toward a life of wholeheartedness.

WHO YOU’RE BECOMING:

The Slow and Courageous Work of Cultivating Character in a Narcissistic Age

October 20, 2026

A Recipient of a Starred Review from Publishers Weekly

From the Publisher: “In a time that rewards personality and platform over integrity and character, author Chuck DeGroat invites us to return to the humble work of deep, lasting transformation.

We have more insights and resources for emotional and spiritual health than ever before, yet it takes one look at the headlines―and even our own lives―to see that true depth of character is still lacking. From the broken trust in the highest political, corporate, and ecclesial offices in the land to the broken places in our own hearts, we’re facing a profound unveiling. How can we ever really know who to count on? How do we make sense of it all? And in a day of quick comebacks and empty apologies, how does slow and lasting change take place?

It won’t be easy, but it will be sacred. Combining rich cultural analysis with pastoral and psychological wisdom, therapist and professor Chuck DeGroat invites us beyond techniques and tactics to offer a revolutionary, hopeful new guide for building the internal and external architecture for deep and sustaining character change.”

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It can be challenging to feel hopeful when you feel lost or stuck.

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You’re invited to come home to yourself and to God, even now, even when you’re feeling wounded and weary.

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You may not be able to control what happened to you or what’s happening around you, but you can heal what’s within and experience profound hope.

-Chuck DeGroat, PhD

WILD COUNTRY OF THE HEART
An original, hour long film inviting you to come home to yourself and God.

Narcissism in the Chair

Three hours of new insights from Chuck that goes beyond *When Narcissism Comes to Church* designed for therapists, pastoral counselors, and others who want to grow in wisdom and skill as they provide counseling and care.

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“My 5 days with Chuck brought clarity in so many ways. I was emotionally, spiritually, and vocationally lost. I can’t believe how much we unearthed in our time together."

- Jess
“Chuck walked our staff through a series of significant conversations about our shared anxiety, needs, and hopes for the future. We lamented and laughed and learned a lot.”
“Chuck is kind, compassionate, and courageous enough to speak necessary truths. I have experienced more transformation in the past six months with Chuck’s spiritual direction than I have in years of counseling.”

- Rusty
"Chuck was exactly who I thought I’d be through his writings and his voice on social media - so present, so kind, so tender with my story and yet able to speak with such truth and clarity. I’m still amazed at how much work we did in 5 days.”

-Rebecca
“When I came to Chuck, I was suffering from trauma far more significant than I realized. Over the past year he has been a gracious and empathetic counselor, helping me to more clearly discern the voice of Jesus in my life and to patiently move toward wholeness and healing.”

-Andy

You were created to flourish.

WHO YOU’RE BECOMING:

The Slow and Courageous Work of Cultivating Character in a Narcissistic Age

October 20, 2026

Visit Chuck’s brand new YouTube page for free, accessible videos on a range of topics including narcissism, trauma, character change, spiritual formation, soul care, leading within challenging systems, and more.

It can be challenging to feel hopeful when you feel lost or stuck.

You’re invited to come home to yourself and to God, even now, even when you’re feeling wounded and weary.

Experience Transformation.

You may not be able to control what happened to you or what’s happening around you, but you can heal what’s within and experience profound hope.

Narcissism in the Chair

“My 5 days with Chuck brought clarity in so many ways. I was emotionally, spiritually, and vocationally lost. I can’t believe how much we unearthed in our time together."

“Chuck walked our staff through a series of significant conversations about our shared anxiety, needs, and hopes for the future. We lamented and laughed and learned a lot.”

“Chuck is kind, compassionate, and courageous enough to speak necessary truths. I have experienced more transformation in the past six months with Chuck’s spiritual direction than I have in years of counseling.”

"Chuck was exactly who I thought I’d be through his writings and his voice on social media - so present, so kind, so tender with my story and yet able to speak with such truth and clarity. I’m still amazed at how much work we did in 5 days.”

“When I came to Chuck, I was suffering from trauma far more significant than I realized. Over the past year he has been a gracious and empathetic counselor, helping me to more clearly discern the voice of Jesus in my life and to patiently move toward wholeness and healing.”