Authenticity was created to bridge the gap between science and spirituality, giving you practical tools to integrate meditation, breathwork, and authentic living into daily life. Our mission is to empower you with evidence-based practices, guiding you toward deep peace, resilience, and purpose.
Meet our founder
Dr. Chad D. McKinney is a former Professor of Psychology at Southwestern College. In 2024, he transitioned fully into entrepreneurship, coaching, and app development to launch Authenticity—an immersive platform for personal transformation, mindfulness, and self-discovery.
TEDx Speaker – Spoke at TEDx Cincinnati on The Power of Surrender, sharing insights on the transformative nature of letting go.
Author – Wrote Heaven in the Now: A Journey Through Mind, Body & Soul, available in 25+ airport bookstores across the U.S.
Meditation & Breathwork Facilitator – Facilitating workshops across the U.S. and internationally since 2014, guiding thousands toward inner peace.
Darkroom Meditation Retreat – Completed a 10-day retreat at The Hermitage in Guatemala (2021), deepening his meditative practice.
Nonprofit Founder – Founded a San Diego-based nonprofit in 2006 and currently leads One Love Conscious Classrooms, bringing science-based breathwork to schools.
Innovator & Entrepreneur – Inventor of a patented product and founder of multiple ventures, including One Love Companies, the parent company of the Authenticity App.
Featured Speaker & Media Personality – Featured in the Huffington Post and Los Angeles Times, with appearances across TV, government, and community broadcasts.
Passionate About – Surfing, self-improvement, traveling, and helping others unlock their potential for peaceful, authentic living.