Kevin Malarkey is a Christian therapist with a counseling practice near Columbus, Ohio. He attended the College of Wooster and earned a graduate degree from Ohio State University. His academic background includes studies in clinical psychology, psychological assessment, and family counseling. Kevin has previous experience developing educational programs, assessing psychological disorders, and counseling inner-city youth and their families. He and his wife, Beth, have four children (Alex, Aaron, Gracie and Ryan) and attend a nondenominational evangelical church. They enjoy spending time together playing board games, going to the zoo, finding new playgrounds, and exploring parks and recreational areas.

Books by Kevin Malarkey

A Beautiful Defeat: Find True Freedom and Purpose in Total Surrender to God

by Kevin Malarkey with Matthew L. Jacobson - Christian, Nonfiction

There is a gnawing feeling inside all of us that says we could be better. If we would just be more organized or work a little harder, we’d finally have the rich and fulfilling life we want. But the message of the cross is different. The message is not one of God saying, “I died for your sins to work as a consultant to help you achieve the life you’re determined to have.” Jesus died to reconcile us to God so that we can die and give our lives to him and to others --- a total surrender that is truly a beautiful defeat!

The Boy Who Came Back from Heaven: A Remarkable Account of Miracles, Angels, and Life Beyond This World

by Kevin Malarkey - Christian, Nonfiction

In 2004, Kevin Malarkey and his six-year-old son, Alex, suffered a horrific car accident. The impact from the crash paralyzed Alex --- and medically speaking, it was unlikely he could survive. But two months later, Alex awoke from a coma with an incredible story to share. This is the true story of an ordinary boy’s most extraordinary journey of meeting Jesus.