Testimonials

About his books:

“Words simply cannot express my gratitude to you for writing [That’s My Son]! I have learned more in the three days it took me to read the book than my 33 years on this earth about men/boys and why they are the way they are. Countless times while reading your book I was like "Oh my gosh, that’s why he does that!!" Thank you for putting your "man secrets" out there for us women to know! I learned so much not only about parenting my son but also about my past relationships and men in my life (past and present).”
-JB

“We have already purchased 6 copies of [That’s My Son] from local bookstores and have decided this is "the book" that best describes what we want for our 27 sons in [our local] Boy Scout Troop. It will be gifted to every mother of new scouts in our program.”
-AG, Boy Scout Troop Committee Chairman

“I have been reading your book Better Dads, Stronger Sons. I just wanted to say thank you for writing such a wonderful book! In the next few weeks, I am planning on having [my 13-year-olds’] first ceremony for him, The Journey into Manhood! Keep up the good work!
-RG

“[Johnson] goes BOLDLY where most men could only dream of going in The Man Whisperer. It’s a straight shooter, no-holds-barred owner’s manual to "men.” Whether you’re single or married, do yourself a favor and pick up a copy. Give one to the bride to be, your daughters, friends, etc... Thank you, Rick Johnson, for writing this book, and I look forward to the next one!”
KB, Virginia Beach, VA

About his seminars and workshops:

“An Alaskan audience of men and women were greatly impacted at the parenting seminar presented by Rick Johnson. His frank approach to raising young boys was enlightening, the use of select media clips and his casual style of communication put everyone at ease. The day was filled with laughter, surprise and encouragement. [And] people left with a hopeful attitude of “I can do this parenting thing!”
JoAnne Meckstroth, President, Women of Impact Ministries

“Rick’s seminars have been transforming the lives of mothers and grandmothers in our area. Hungry for help in raising their boys, women are lapping up new insights as Rick emboldens them to stand strong for their sons. One can almost hear the light bulbs popping on around the room as one after another women discover how their sons (and husbands) tick. I’d recommend Rick’s seminar to any woman who works with boys, whether they are her sons, grandsons, nephews, students, or neighbors.”
Terry Murphy, Aglow International, NW Regional Training

“I thank God daily for leading me to your Courageous Moms seminar, for it has changed my heart and life forever.”
-Debbie

About the Better Dads mentoring and prison outreach programs:

“If the material about fatherhood and masculine love weren’t so important or timely, Rick Johnson would still be able to capture the attention of an audience. Mr. Johnson, with his straight talk and down-home mannerisms, captures the attention of the most hardened incarcerated father, as he converses more as a concerned friend than as a lecturer. But don’t take my word for it, just drop by at the end of any of Mr. Johnson’s presentations at the prison and see how many “new friends” he has soliciting more information about his work.”
Kimm Hollingsworth, Transition Coordinator, Oregon State Correctional Institution