Three Decades of Love
Our Story
Marvin and Sharisse have been married for over 30 years and have two children in their 20s. When they first met, both were working minimum-wage jobs. Marvin worked in a gym, while Sharisse worked in a suit store on Hollywood Boulevard.
Over the course of their relationship, they both became accomplished authors. Between them they have two master’s degrees in counseling. For the last several years, Marvin has served as an adjunct professor of counseling at the University of Arkansas in Little Rock. When one factors in their ministry experience and Marvin’s counseling practice, they have been helping couples for more than three decades.
Over the last 15 years, Marvin has specialized in helping minority couples through his private practice, assisting hundreds of couples over the years. The Mixed to Match Series combines their life experiences, hardships, advanced education, and the principles Marvin has applied successfully with his clients throughout the years.
About Us
Mixed to Match
Marvin and Sharisse Lucas come from very different but diverse cultural backgrounds. Marvin is White
English and African American; Sharisse is Puerto Rican and African American. Sharisse was born in the
States, while Marvin was born in the UK. They have weathered many storms throughout their lives
ranging from homelessness, alcoholism, infidelity, childhood sexual abuse, and having a special needs
child. They share openly and vulnerably about their 30+ year relationship and the tools they have gained
from their life and cultural experiences. They have been asked to guest speak in Europe, Asia and South
America about relationships, parenting and mental health. Marvin is a Professor of Counseling and has a private practice that specializes in counseling Minority and Interracial Couples. He has practiced privately for many years.
