"We inherit patterns from generations before us—cycles of silence, anger, and misunderstanding. But every cycle can be broken. When we learn to listen, to speak with truth, and to give each other grace, we don’t just change our relationships—we change the future for our children and their children after them."

In In His Defense, Dr. Marshall Thompson Jr. challenges the narrative that men are always to blame when relationships fall apart. With clinical insight, personal honesty, and a faith-centered perspective, he equips both men and women to:

  • Break free from unhealthy cycles.

  • Communicate with more compassion and clarity.

  • Heal generational patterns and build lasting connection.

This isn’t about blame—it’s about balance. Whether you’re single, married, or somewhere in between, this book gives you the tools to stop the blame game and start building the relationship you deserve.





About Dr. Marshall Thompson Jr.

Dr. Marshall Thompson Jr. is not your average coach. He’s a Clinical and Sports Psychologist, professional MMA fighter, author, and relationship coach with a mission: to help people break unhealthy cycles and thrive.

He co-founded the Broken to Redeemed Couples Coaching program and podcast, created the Happy Spouse, Happy House Framework, and serves as a professor at Jackson State University.

Marshall’s unique blend of psychology, athletics, and faith gives him a fresh voice for today’s struggles—equipping individuals, couples, and communities to overcome setbacks and rewrite their story.

About Dr. Marshall Thompson Jr.

Dr. Marshall Thompson Jr. is not your average coach. He’s a Clinical and Sports Psychologist, professional MMA fighter, author, and relationship coach with a mission: to help people break unhealthy cycles and thrive.

He co-founded the Broken to Redeemed Couples Coaching program and podcast, created the Happy Spouse, Happy House Framework, and serves as a professor at Jackson State University.

Marshall’s unique blend of psychology, athletics, and faith gives him a fresh voice for today’s struggles—equipping individuals, couples, and communities to overcome setbacks and rewrite their story.

Coaching Services


Individual Coaching


Group Coaching

Coaching Services


Individual Coaching


Group Coaching

Coaching Services


Individual Coaching


Group Coaching

Conferences & Media Features

Keynote at Conference

Small Call to Action Headline

Relationship Clarity Session 

A focused 75-minute individual session for someone who needs help understanding a specific relationship problem.

Includes:

Identification of unhealthy patterns

Practical recommendations

Personalized action plan

One follow-up email

 
$197

Relationship Breakthrough

A four-week individual coaching program.

Includes:

Four 60-minute virtual sessions

Relationship-pattern assessment

Personalized goals and assignments

One brief weekly text or email check-in

Signed copy or digital copy of In His Defense

Payment option: two payments of $375.

 
$697
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Couples Relationship Reset

An eight-week coaching program for couples who want to improve communication, conflict resolution, and understanding.

Includes:

One 90-minute relationship assessment

Six 60-minute coaching sessions

Individualized exercises between sessions

Communication and conflict-resolution plan

Limited email support

Copy of In His Defense

Payment option: two payments of $700.

 
$1,297

Conferences & Media Features

Keynote at Conference

Small Call to Action Headline

In His Defense Podcast

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