Hello! I’m Michael Dadson

Michael Dadson

Ph.D., Counselling Psychology Registered Clinical Counsellor

Biography

As a professional counsellor for over 35 years and in that time, Dr. Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson), has worked with hundreds of patients to overcome and manage their issues to live a better quality of life. For more than 2 decades, Dr. Dadson has held a certification as a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCCCA). Dr. Michael Dadson is also a Canadian Certified Counsellor. 

Dr. Michael Dadson has extensive experience in dealing clients who are affected by trauma, PTSD and dissociation.  Dr. Michael Dadson was active member and was a board member of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation (ISSTD) from 2016-2017 and was named a fellow in 2017 to the ISSTD. From 2014 to 2018, Dr. Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson) was the National Executive Director and the National Clinical Director of the Veterans Transition Network. Dr. Dadson was also a Clinical Contractor delivering programs from 2013-2020. During his tenure as the Executive and Clinical Director, Veteran’s Transition Network, Dr. Dadson’s works were presented to the STANDING COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND NATIONAL SECURITY, audio available here.

 Dr. Dadson has helped organizations assisting children with special needs who were diagnosed with Autism (ASD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD), Asperger’s, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder FASD, including other recognized disorders and syndromes. As a Level 3 therapeutic foster parent, Dr. Dadson also has years of experience dealing with children having varying degrees of disabilities, and emotional traumas.

Dr. Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson) is also a Blue Cross provider for Veterans and RCMP,  and a service provider for Victims Services, as well as a registered provider for services for ICBC. Recently Dr. Dadson underwent an extensive review process withThreeBestRated.com to be named one of the top 3 marriage counselors in Langley, British Columbia. According to ThreeBestRated.com,

“All of our marriage counselors face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence.”.

As an ordained Chaplain, Dr. Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson) has 25 years of extensive counseling experience in childcare, family matters and resources.

With these experiences in mind, Dr. Dadson fosters an environment of acceptance and diversity for his clients working through issues such as depression, addictions, anxiety, attachment, trauma/PTSD, violent crimes, parenting, relationships, and much more. Dr. Michael Dadson (Mike Dadson), feels “It is my passion to make counselling a comfortable and safe space for people from all walks of life and I’ll continue to do so.”

Dr. Michael Dadson’s (Mike Dadson), extensive research and publications can be found here.

A Unique Take on Therapy

It is Dr. Michael Dadson’s belief: “A compassionate approach with others utilizing a wide range of skills in clinical therapy, is the best combination available to create an environment inspiring change in personal growth and ultimately transformation.”

 Dr. Dadson has always believed that humans have the ability to creatively and resourcefully to solve inner injuries and personal challenges they may be experiencing. Through several trials of research, it has been shown that people experience true progress and growth when they are nurtured in an environment that fosters respect, structure, and an abundance of support.

In Dr. Michael Dadson’s (Mike Dadson) practice, you will discover inclusions of the following assumptions:

• Every person has value and are able to realize that value through inner reflection.
• All people deserve respect and acceptance.
• Dr. Dadson’s practice is an environment of safety and acceptance regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or any other identifier or factor.
• We can all change when given the right tools.
• People must accept responsibility for progress and successes, and realize that their counselor is only a guide.
• Understanding the situation in-depth is a priority. Without a strong foundation of knowledge, we can’t hope to solve anything effectively.
• Counselling is a service that most people can benefit from, even counsellors themselves. It is healthy to talk about feelings, issues, and other matters in your life.