Stan Heck
Christian Author / Clinical Psychologist
Stan Heck brings his faith, his concern for others and his training in Biblical studies and psychology to all he does.
His writings as a Christian embrace the wisdom of God’s Word in the Bible and the sciences – both the physical sciences like cosmology and evolution and the social science of psychology. Unlike those who see science as the enemy of religion, Dr. Heck views science as the study of God’s creation, a path to greater faith and understanding of our world. See the link to Scripture reflections and Christian education essays.
Dr. Heck is a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience (KY#129567). He has worked with children and adults, with couples and families. His empathic approach helps him connect with others and appreciate both their challenges and their resources. He frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral techniques to help people gain coping skills and improve their relationships. He has written 20+ essays published at Heisel and Associates on a wide range of clinical topics. His work is highly valued by other clinicians for its insights and usefulness. Links to essays likely to be of interest to the educated public include: Aging Well, End of Life Issues, Growing in Empathy.
Dr. Heck has written Salvation History Seen Anew for Christians and Jews who accept the Big Bang and evolution as scientific givens
while also valuing the ancient wisdom of Genesis. Scientists tell us how God is making our world. The Bible shows us the depth of God’s love for us.
Salvation History Seen Anew re-imagines our story to highlight:
the immense power of the Big Bang
the careful design our Creator used to make intelligent life possible in our universe
the relative safety of our earth in the wondrous spirals of the Milky Way
God’s presence as breath in every living being
the grand epic of evolution on our garden planet
how Adam and Eve can be understood as stand-ins for all humans – willful and vulnerable
the beauty of this world that is God’s gift to us.
Dr. Heck expects to publish his book in the next year. Check back at Stanheck.com to learn more about
Salvation History Seen Anew.
Education
- BA — Christian Philosophy – Seminary of St. Pius X
- Graduate work (2 years)– Biblical Theology – Mt. St. Mary’s Seminary
- MSW – University of Washington
- Psy.D. – Wright State University
