Hi, I'm David!

I’m a counsellor, social worker, and a proud dad. I started Solidarity Coaching and Counselling because I love walking alongside people as they gain more insight into themselves and make positive change in their lives.

Despite being a counsellor I avoided counselling for years in my twenties because I thought I could figure it out on my own. When I finally relented and got help I experienced healing in areas I didn’t even know were wounded, and it enabled to conquer bad habits that had dogged me for years.

My approach is structured, goal-focused, and conversational. I’ll help you identify the root of your problems, and find new ways of thinking and being that help move you towards your ideal self.

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My Approach

Goal Focused

I help you create a structured plan to reach your goals. My highest priority that you feel you are making progress towards your goals. 

Tracking Results

We’ll track your results. I will help you to monitor your progress weekly so you can see when you are improving. Research shows this practice greatly improves chances of success.

Truth with Compassion

I speak the truth and welcome my clients to do the same. I will be honest with you in session about where you’re at and what I think will help even if it’s hard. 

Playfulness

I incorporate playfulness and fun into therapy. I help you to engage with activities and modes of being that are playful sparking joy and happiness. 

My Background

Education
  • Master of Social Work, University of British Columbia
  • Bachelor of Arts – Criminology, Simon Fraser University
Training

  • Registered Social Worker BC College of Social Workers (#14353). Alberta College of Social Workers (#16097) Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (#844820)

  • Registered Clinical Counsellor (#18694) BC Association of Clinical Counsellors

  • Emotion-Focused Family Therapy International Centre for Excellence in Emotion Focused Therapy

  • CBT for Anxiety & Related Disorders in Children and Youth CBT Connections

  • DBT Skills Course Marsha Linehan Behavioural Tech

  • Gaming Disorder Clinical Training Intenta

  • Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy for PTSD 

Book a Free Consultation

Contact me and I can set up a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your situation and discern whether we’d be a good fit for working together.