{“content”:”David brings a calm, purposeful and compassionate client-focused approach to his work.\n\nHis main theoretical training over many years is in Emotionally Focused Therapy. David’s early training was in various family systemic models including the Bowen model, and Gottman. He applies a wide range of modalities, such as CBT, DBT and trauma-informed, when helpful. More recently, he has integrated many elements of Internal Family Systems into his eclectic and creative approach with clients.\n\nDavid invested his early years as an individual and couples therapist with Relationships Australia, Baptist LifeCare and Hillsong. In 2008, he pioneered Bridges Counselling with a handful of other colleagues also launching into private practice.\n\nThrough his career, his passion has been to apply biblical rhythms, themes and lenses in understanding the practice of therapy and psychology in our particular cultural moment. He is a keen follower of the work of Christian scholars in developing a Christian worldview that shapes professional practice.”,”css_animation”:””,”el_id”:””,”el_class”:””,”css”:””}