1962  Harold Bessell, Ph.D.

Dr. Bessell received his Ph.D. from Purdue University and practiced clinical psychology for over 30 years in La Jolla, California.  He researched and developed the famous Bessell Measurement of Emotional Maturity Scale.  He is also author of highly acclaimed books including Romance With The Right Person, The Parent Book, and The Love Test, a book explaining how you can predict the future chances for success in your love relationship.

Also recognized as an authority in the development of emotional maturity in children, Dr. Bessell was co-creator of The Magic Circle, part of the Human Development Program.

Dr. Bessell taught at Wichita University, University of California at San Diego, San Diego State University, and National University.  He was chairman of the Theory Department of the California School of Psychology in San Diego, and he was past president of the San Diego Psychological Association.

Dr. Bessell has appeared on top national television and radio programs, and his articles have appeared in many periodicals including Psychology Today, The American Journal of Psychotherapy, McCall’s, and Redbook.