Dr. Marcus Wade is a native of Tyler, Texas, who earned a Doctoral Degree in Hospital Administration from Walden University and a Master's Degree in Social Work from Stephen F. Austin State University. He holds licenses as a Chemical Dependency Counselor and Clinical Social Worker-Supervisor, and he is a Certified Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) with the Department of Transportation (DOT).The son of Mattie Wade (Johnson) and the late Jessie Wade, he is a devoted father to three children: Linley, Danny, and Ruby. He has a long-standing commitment to supporting the youth in his local church and community.In his private practice, Dr. Wade provides chemical dependency, mental health, and behavioral counseling for both adolescents and adults. He specializes in behavior modification, brain function, and family dynamics, and regularly speaks at conferences to train professionals in these areas.Dr. Wade is also active in prison ministry, offering support to inmates across various prisons and working with community organizations. He serves on several boards aiming to create positive change for the residents of Smith County. A twenty-year member of the New Life Worship Center in Tyler, Texas, Dr. Wade's foremost aspiration as a motivational speaker is to inspire personal growth and accountability.