My name is David Hooker. I am a native of the Northwest, spending the bulk of my earlier years in Eugene, Oregon. I have experienced my share of abuses, ridicule, and torment from classmates, shipmates, customers, and family. I am a gregarious introvert, meaning I love to spend time with people, revitalizing my spirit through solitude and silence.

I am a Navy Submarine Veteran. I served 4 years aboard FBM (Fleet Ballistic Missile) submarines in the North Atlantic (who knows exactly where) during the Cold War. In addition to my regular duties, I created and lead Bible studies and served as an open ear to those who needed a friend or wise counsel. Both out at sea and onshore, shipmates looked to me for the wisdom of God, and I did my best to provide it for them.

Contemplative Counseling is a way of being. It is a way of life that puts us in a place to hear what both the client and the Spirit of God are speaking. Contemplative Counseling (or coaching) takes an intricate balance of being present with the client while at the same time working with the Holy Spirit to know what He is saying about the client’s situation and can coach us to help the client.