David Mikkelson, a seasoned Marriage & Family Therapist with a PhD, MDiv, and LMFT credentials, has dedicated over 30 years to working with couples and families. His extensive experience as a pastor and therapist allows him to effectively navigate the complexities of marital and premarital issues, relationship dynamics, and parenting challenges. David provides essential pre-marital counseling for engaged and pre-engaged couples, in addition to supporting married couples facing relational distress. His expertise also extends to parents struggling with the demands of raising children and teens. As a retired Army Chaplain and former Marine Artillery Officer, David has a profound understanding of military culture, which enriches his work with military personnel, including those affected by combat-related issues or PTSD. He has successfully helped numerous couples facing the hardships of infidelity, employing emotionally-focused therapy to guide them toward rebuilding their marriages. Anchored in his Christian faith, which informs both his worldview and practice, David sees each individual as uniquely valuable and created in the image of God. He upholds a strong commitment to client autonomy and the freedom to choose their religious beliefs.