After completing a diploma in Social Sciences in 2014, Dale then enrolled for a degree in Psychology with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which he passed with honours in 2018. Developing an interest in the overlap between Psychology and mindfulness interventions, Dale went on to study Buddhism at Masters level at the University of Bristol in 2019.He has conducted independent research to determine the Experiential and Interpersonal outcomes from an 8 week, group based, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Intervention. The research using thematic analysis and a quantitive assessment yielded positive results and subsequently inspired Dale’s approach to counselling. Utilising the knowledge from his chosen subjects of Psychology, Buddhist thought & Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, his counselling practice most notably draws on Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) (particularly in cases of depression) and elements of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Dale thrived in his role as an active listening volunteer for Samaritans where he later became a coach and mentor for new recruits. He has also assisted mindfulness practitioners at the Valley Steps LTD organisation with the delivery of free courses for communities in the South Wales Valleys areas. Dale is a Graduate member of the British Psychological Society and also has certifications for Public speaking, professional coaching and stress management (ISMA).