Dr. Chad Scott is a multi-category #1 Amazon bestselling author, seasoned explorer, and licensed psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience in mental health. With a Ph.D. in counseling, Dr. Scott has taught psychology at Bemidji State University and Mesabi Range College, written three impactful nonfiction books, and captivated audiences as a speakerat a variety of conferences and seminars. Dr. Scott combines his expertise in psychology with a passion for transformative travel, focusing on dark tourism-journeys to historically significant and often tragic sites that uncover profound lessons about resilience, healing, and the human spirit. Through his work, he explores the intersections of history, humanity, and personal growth, inspiring readers to reflect on their own challenges and find hope in life's most difficult moments. Having overcome significant challenges with illness, divorce, and anxiety, Dr. Scott brings a hard-earned grit to his writing, offering readers an authentic and inspiring perspective on how adversity shapes our lives. From Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park to Alcatraz and the Tower of London, his experiences reveal how history's darkest moments can spark transformation and renewal. When not writing or traveling, Dr. Scott enjoys flying, outdoor adventures, cheering on local sports teams with friends, and spending time with his loyal Boston Terrier, Duke.