About
Doctor Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson), earned a PhD in counselling psychology from the University of British Columbia where he specialized in PTSD recovery and the recovery processes of men who have experienced trauma in their relationships with their fathers.
Dr. Mike Dadson is a member in good standing with the BC Association of Clinical Counselors, and holds a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) designation. In addition, Michael Dadson is a certified member in good standing with the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association associated with the CCC designation.
You will find Dr. Michael Dadson's practice located in the beautiful community of Brookswood, Langley, BC at: 107-20103 40th Ave, Langley, BC V3A 2W3
With more than 25 years experience as a counsellor and extensive trauma informed skills, Dr. Michael Dadson is known for his publications ( https://ubc.academia.edu/MichaelDadson ),
in trauma and recovery, including his work with veterans ( https://openparliament.ca/committees/public-safety/42-1/8/dr-mike-dadson-1/only/ ),and first responders .
Dr. Michael Dadson served on the Board of Directors for the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation from 2016-2017. in 2017, Dr. Mike Dadson was a named Fellow to the ISSTD in 2017.
Though now retired as a Chaplin, in 2005 Dr. Mike Dadson completed a 4 year M.Div. from Calvin Theological Seminary.
Additionally serving as a level 3 Foster parent, Michael Dadson has over 20 years in the field of dealing with children affected by trauma and dysfunctional families.
Dr. Mike Dadson finds meaning counselling and contributing to the personal growth of others with a deep belief in the human capacity transform when shown compassion and respect. Complementing that, Dr. Michael Dadson applies his expansive knowledge to counselling a way that is personal, meaningful and can help others face and grow through life’s hurts and challenges.
View more at www.drmikedadson.com or Ask Dr. Mike Dadson’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@dr.mikedadson2657/videos
Press Releases:
https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/michael-dadson-launches-counselling-clinic-to-address-ptsd-depression-and-anxiety-in-frontline-workers-and-veterans-805494291.html
https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/dr-michael-dadson-rescuing-relationships-from-covid-19-814510034.html
#PTSD #depression #counsellor #therapist #anxiety #therapy #veteranscounselling #firstresponderscounselling #police #Michaeldadson #Drmichaeldadson #Mikedadson #Drmikedadson #langley
Activity
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Only a few spots left for The Men’s Life Review Group! April 19th 5:30-10:00 April 20th 9:00-5:00, April 21st 9:00-5:00. “We are forming a team of…
Only a few spots left for The Men’s Life Review Group! April 19th 5:30-10:00 April 20th 9:00-5:00, April 21st 9:00-5:00. “We are forming a team of…
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Forbes: Changing your career at 50. Life changes can be exciting, difficult or challenging. Visit me at my YouTube channel to learn more about Life…
Forbes: Changing your career at 50. Life changes can be exciting, difficult or challenging. Visit me at my YouTube channel to learn more about Life…
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Experience
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Gentle Currents Therapy
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Education
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Activities and Societies: PROFESSIONAL SERVICE/MEMBERSHIP • Past Reviewer: The Journal of Men’s Health.
Dissertation Research Question: “How do men construct the process of repair from trauma experienced in their relationship with their fathers?
Title: Stories of our fathers: Men’s recovery from intergenerational injuries.
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Thesis Research question: What is the lived experience of being in a close relationship with one’s father?”
Title: The stories of father and son’s close relationship
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Licenses & Certifications
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Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level II
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute
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Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Level I
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute
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Therapeutic Enactment Phase I
Veterans Transition Program
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Therapeutic Enactment Phase II
Veterans Transition Program
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Observed and Experiential Integration Therapy Level I
Sight Psych
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Certified Observed & Experiential Integration (OEI) Therapist and Trainer
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
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Ordained Chaplain,
CRCNA
Publications
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STANDING COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND NATIONAL SECURITY
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Organizations
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Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
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• American Psychological Association,
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• Canadian Psychological Association,
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• International Association of Trauma and Dissociation.
ISSTD's David Caul Graduate Research Award Committee
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• BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
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Psychology Today – Things not to say to a person with anxiety. #anxiety #counselling #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson #Drmikedadson #Drdadson
Psychology Today – Things not to say to a person with anxiety. #anxiety #counselling #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson #Drmikedadson #Drdadson
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Limitless Preformance: https://lnkd.in/gfBxSxRm #counselling #therapy #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson #Mikedadson #Drmikedadson #Drdadson
Limitless Preformance: https://lnkd.in/gfBxSxRm #counselling #therapy #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson #Mikedadson #Drmikedadson #Drdadson
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Dr. Michael Dadson on Cognitive Behavioural Therapyhttps://lnkd.in/gtHQK-dW #counselling #therapy #Drmichaeldadson #Mikedadson #Drmikedadson…
Dr. Michael Dadson on Cognitive Behavioural Therapyhttps://lnkd.in/gtHQK-dW #counselling #therapy #Drmichaeldadson #Mikedadson #Drmikedadson…
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Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mood disorders. In a way, they're like two sides of the same coin. The issues underlying anxiety…
Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mood disorders. In a way, they're like two sides of the same coin. The issues underlying anxiety…
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Influence of Fathers' Involvement on Sons' Health. https://lnkd.in/gMMjFSbU #mensmentalhealth #counselling Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson…
Influence of Fathers' Involvement on Sons' Health. https://lnkd.in/gMMjFSbU #mensmentalhealth #counselling Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson…
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FORBES quote of the day: https://lnkd.in/geFbdzGV #counselling #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson #Drmikedadson #Mikedadson #Drdadson
FORBES quote of the day: https://lnkd.in/geFbdzGV #counselling #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson #Drmikedadson #Mikedadson #Drdadson
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Dissociation and treatment: Integrative Therapeutic Interventions of Phase-Oriented Treatment: Additional Reflections on the Case of Lynn. The case…
Dissociation and treatment: Integrative Therapeutic Interventions of Phase-Oriented Treatment: Additional Reflections on the Case of Lynn. The case…
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STORIES OF FATHER/CHILD CLOSENESS. https://lnkd.in/gzvme2Ep #fatherchildrelationships #fathersoncounselling #mensmentalhealth #Drmichaeldadson…
STORIES OF FATHER/CHILD CLOSENESS. https://lnkd.in/gzvme2Ep #fatherchildrelationships #fathersoncounselling #mensmentalhealth #Drmichaeldadson…
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Dr. Michael Dadson on Age, Life Changes and Counselling. https://lnkd.in/ggsvU9if #counselling #therapist #therapy #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson…
Dr. Michael Dadson on Age, Life Changes and Counselling. https://lnkd.in/ggsvU9if #counselling #therapist #therapy #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson…
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Veterans and Front Line Workers PTSD Assessment and Support. https://lnkd.in/gYr9sGMv #trauma #ptsd #counselling #menscounselling #Drmichaeldadson…
Veterans and Front Line Workers PTSD Assessment and Support. https://lnkd.in/gYr9sGMv #trauma #ptsd #counselling #menscounselling #Drmichaeldadson…
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Little disagreements can ruin even the best of relationships. https://lnkd.in/gKHbrwDD #couplescounselling #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson…
Little disagreements can ruin even the best of relationships. https://lnkd.in/gKHbrwDD #couplescounselling #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson…
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Dr. Michael Dadson talks about couples, and the best way to get to the bottom of almost any issue. Dr. Michael Dadson experience with couples is…
Dr. Michael Dadson talks about couples, and the best way to get to the bottom of almost any issue. Dr. Michael Dadson experience with couples is…
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Celebrating World Kindness Day with a reminder: small acts of kindness can make a big impact on mental well-being. Let's spread compassion and create…
Celebrating World Kindness Day with a reminder: small acts of kindness can make a big impact on mental well-being. Let's spread compassion and create…
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When Love Goes Awry. https://lnkd.in/gyb89_wE #Couplescounselling #Therapy #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson #Drmikedadson #Mikedadson #Drdadson
When Love Goes Awry. https://lnkd.in/gyb89_wE #Couplescounselling #Therapy #Drmichaeldadson #Michaeldadson #Drmikedadson #Mikedadson #Drdadson
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