Marriage Counseling History

Founding Father

Pete Bruno has led MCYF since 1979. He came into that position with the experience of having professionally counseled since 1973. In 1979 Pete began to specialize in marriage and family counseling and has professionally spoken to couples since 1984. Often called to testify as an expert witness on marriage and family issues, Pr. Bruno has also served several health and consumer service corporations as their staff trainer. Early background experience came from many different fields -- from line crew laborer to university teacher. After completing his formal education, Pete worked as a mental health therapist for 20 years before becoming a full-time minister. He continues to speak on local, regional and national levels as a member of the International Platform Association and Toastmasters International. At present, Peter enjoys serving both as senior pastor at Terry Wesleyan Church and Executive Director of The New Hope Family Life Center.

Short History Time-line

2001: Established New Hope Family Life Development Center

2000-2004: Chair of Governor's Council on Families

1999: Wrote What Every Couple Should Know--a guide to biblical family principles.

1998: 24 City speaking tour on "The Ten Absolute Essentials for Happiness in Marriage" to 2,375,858

1997: Initiated Landmark Research on Marriage for Montana and United States of America.

1996: Wrote The Miracles of Marriage--a resource and workbook for couples.

1991: Founded Great Plains Counseling Associates for Marriage and Family Counseling.

1982: Montana's Outstanding Direct Service Provider in Mental Health

1979-2005: President of Montanans for Children, Youth, and Families, Inc.

Complete Marriages History

Originally established as the Montana Governor's Advisory Council on Children and Youth in 1969, Complete Marriages became a subdivision of the legacy group, Montanans for Children, Youth and Families (MCYF) which was formed in 1977.