David Carlson
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Let's Connect (249) 480-1871
David offers a combined approach to counselling sessions; mixing both space for the client to feel heard and supported, along with offering the client helpful perspective and mental health education applicable to the client's concerns. David utilizes Emotionally Focused Therapy as well drawing from the Gottman Method for his work with couples. Exposure Response Prevention is the evidenced based intervention he uses to treat OCD. David values client feedback on sessions and provides practical next steps at the conclusion of each session. You can expect a warm, practical, and collaborative approach to your work with this counsellor.
David has significant experience working with couples navigating relational difficulty and sexual dysfunction. He works effectively with the LGBTQ+ community and also those practicing polyamory / ethical non-monogamy. David enjoys treating OCD and offering mental health treatment for those struggling with anxiety and depression.
Life gets tricky for all of us from time to time. David invites you join him in this safe and judgement-free space to feel heard and understood. Together you'll find the right next steps for you. Let's talk soon!
Call or Email David Carlson now for a free 15 minute consultation - (249) 480-1871
Let's Connect (249) 480-1871
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $155
- Couple Sessions $225
Payment Methods
American Express, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Canada Life | Great-West Life
- Desjardins
- Manulife
- TELUS Health
David Carlson
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (249) 480-1871
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 9288 David Carlson
- In Practice for 14 years
- Attended Trinity Western University, Masters in Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2012
- Membership with BC Association of Clinical Counsellors 9288 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
David Carlson
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (249) 480-1871
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Expertise
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Men's Issues
- Relationship Issues
- Sex Therapy
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Transgender
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Gottman Method
- Narrative
- Strength-Based
David Carlson
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (249) 480-1871