Stuart W. Twemlow, MD began his professional career as a High School teacher in New Zealand, his country of birth, and teaching has been a part of his life ever since. He is Professor of Psychiatry and  Behavioral  Sciences Menninger Department of Psychiatry Baylor College of Medicine Houston, Texas.

Dr. Twemlow has wide experience in psychoanalysis, psychiatry, and social systems interventions.  He has published numerous scientific articles, books, and book chapters, including many on social and psychological aspects of individual and community violence. He is the Editor-In Chief of The International Journal of Applied Psychoanalytic Studies and sponsors and delivers lectures and symposia on issues and applications in the field of Applied and Community Psychoanalytic Studies for international audiences.

Besides directing the Peaceful Schools and Communities project, he has engaged in wide ranging consultation on conflict and peace to cities and governments in the United States and Jamaica about creating healthy communities and resolving labor disputes, including consulting to the F.B.I. on school shootings.

He has an equally absorbing commitment to the martial and meditative arts. He is ranked 7th Dan in the Okinawa Weapons system, and 6th Dan in Okinawa and Hawaii Kenpo Karate, with a master teacher's license (Renshi). He also holds a black belt rank in Shinko Kaiten Aikido (1st Dan) and Eagle Claw Kung Fu (2nd level).