Dave Nannery | Biblical Counsellor
I am an ABC Certified Biblical Counsellor who serves individuals and couples carrying heavy burdens. Many people seek biblical counselling when they are facing struggles such as anxiety, shame, relational conflict, or patterns that feel difficult to overcome. My counselling ministry has grown out of my pastoral work, where I have spent many years walking with people as they learn to follow Jesus through seasons of suffering, confusion, and personal change.
In counselling, my goal is to walk patiently and thoughtfully with those who are seeking help. Together we explore what is happening in their lives and how the gospel of Jesus Christ speaks into their circumstances with both truth and hope..
Areas of Focus
In my counselling ministry, I often walk with people facing struggles such as:
• Anxiety and depression
• Shame and guilt
• Marriage and relational conflict
• Pornography and sexual struggles
• Chronic illness and trauma
• OCD and persistent thought patterns
Calling and Journey
My journey into biblical counselling grew naturally through my pastoral ministry, where I have served as an Associate Pastor in British Columbia. The counselling training I received in seminary taught me to expect that caring for individuals and couples in my church would require more than a brief conversation or sermon application. So many people in my church have faced deep patterns of struggle, discouragement, or relational tension that required careful listening and patient guidance over time.
Through these experiences, the Lord began to grow a deeper desire in me to walk more closely with people in their struggles. My church also recognized and affirmed a gifting for counselling in my ministry, which was both surprising and deeply encouraging to me. That affirmation helped confirm that this form of care was an important part of how the Lord was leading me to serve his people.
Today, much of my counselling takes place within my local church and through Gospel Care Canada. I am grateful to extend this ministry to individuals and couples from other churches and communities across Canada.
Training and Formation
My counselling work is grounded in both pastoral experience and formal theological training. I hold a Master of Divinity from Faith Bible Seminary and have also completed graduate-level training through the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation (CCEF).
In addition, my certification through the Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC) reflects ongoing training and accountability within the biblical counselling movement.
Alongside formal training, many of the most important lessons in counselling have come through years of pastoral ministry and personal discipleship with others. Walking with people through real struggles (such as anxiety, relational conflict, addiction, illness, and suffering) has continually deepened my dependence on God’s wisdom and the sufficiency of Scripture.
My Approach to Biblical Counselling
I view biblical counselling as a relational process where we seek to understand life honestly before the Lord and respond to it in faithful dependence on him. Each person’s story is unique, so I try to adapt my approach to the circumstances and struggles someone is facing.
In counselling sessions, we often slow down and explore what is happening beneath the surface of a person’s life. Together we seek to understand the fears, desires, and pressures that shape how someone responds to their circumstances. Scripture becomes a guide in this process, helping us see both the reality of our struggles and the hope we have in Christ.
My role is not to provide quick answers or simple solutions. Instead, I aim to explore problems together while offering coaching, encouragement, and pastoral guidance along the way. Real, lasting change ultimately comes through the work of the Holy Spirit, not through my own efforts. As Galatians 5:25 reminds us, we seek to “keep in step with the Spirit” as he leads us toward growth and renewal.
While these challenges can look different for each person, I have found that Scripture provides a framework for understanding both sin and suffering while pointing us toward the hope found in Christ.
Life Beyond Counselling
Outside of counselling and pastoral ministry, I enjoy spending time outdoors in the mountain valley near my home. Trail running and paddle-boarding are refreshing ways for me to step away from the pressures of daily life.
When the weather keeps me inside, I enjoy a good board game or reading a novel. I also love short trips out of town to catch up with old friends.
These simple activities provide space for rest and renewal and remind me of the goodness of God’s creation.
An Invitation
If you are considering counselling, you may already be carrying burdens that feel heavy or confusing. Reaching out for help can feel uncertain, but it can also be an important step toward clarity and hope.
God is not distant from our struggles. He meets us with patience and compassion, even in the middle of complicated situations. My prayer is that counselling would become a place where you can slow down, be heard honestly, and learn to walk more faithfully with Christ in the circumstances of your life.
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