David Binger, RP (Qualifying)
Counsellor in Training
David Binger, RP (Qualifying)
COUNSELLOR IN TRAINING
Pronouns: He/him
Specializations: Individual Counselling Adults, Youth, particularly with histories of trauma, separation and loss.
Interests: Anxiety, Depression, Emotional Repression and Anger, Hoarding, Men and other under-represented populations in counselling. Anti-oppressive and advocacy oriented approaches to counselling, transforming experiences of marginalization.
David Binger is a Counsellor in Training with ThriveWell Counselling and is currently completing his Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. David has a warm, grounded, and relational therapeutic style, creating an encouraging space for you to feel seen, heard, and supported.
Working from an integrative, trauma-informed, and person-centred approach, David prioritizes collaboration, safety, and support. Partnering with you to explore your experiences, build insights, and clarify goals that feel meaningful for you, David will support you as you move toward greater emotional wellbeing, resilience, and a stronger sense of agency in your life.
David is especially interested in supporting young people and adults who have grown up in challenging circumstances, such as with abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, separation or estrangement from family, and/or growing up in care. His background in research and advocacy within youth-from-care communities deepens his awareness of systemic challenges and informs his commitment to anti-oppressive and social justice-oriented practice.
David offers virtual counselling, with the potential for in-person sessions as well. Whether you work with David online or in-person, you will note how his warmth, presence, and compassionate support will help you feel understood, more grounded and safe.
Therapeutic Approaches
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Adlerian Theory
Attachment-based Approaches
Client-centred Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Harm Reduction
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-focused Therapy (SFT)
Education & Certifications
Yorkville University, MA Counselling (graduating 2026) –
Licensed in the Province of Ontario by the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) - (21222)
About ThriveWell Counselling’s Counsellor in Training Program:
Our Counsellor in Training program provides the support you need at a low cost, by accessing therapeutic support with a student Counsellor here at ThriveWell. Our Counsellors in Training come with considerable experience in the field, and bring the latest in innovative and effective approaches to mental health.
Student Counsellors are fully supervised by our more experienced clinicians, and in working with a Counsellor in Training, you can expect the same high quality support that you would get with any counsellor here at ThriveWell.
Whether you are looking for support related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem and self-confidence, developing a range of healthy coping strategies and tools in your toolkit to reduce stress and increase joy, our Counsellors in Training are here for you!