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Dillon

Coach Biography

Best fit: Adults, young adults, college students, and late teens who are struggling to find answers and explanations to the barriers they experience in daily life.


Approach: Collaborative, holistic, transparent and calm. I attempt to find creative solutions that are personalized to empower folks to reach the potential they know they have within themselves.


Dillon's go-to strategy (used personally): Using analogies to turn experiences into clear, memorable insights that spark change in both our actions and our lens in which we view our environment.


How Dillon's experience shapes his coaching: My work across therapy, social work, and schools opened my eyes to the struggles of individuals living with autism and their families. This has fueled my drive to create change through coaching.


Special interests: Sports, Fitness, Esports, Video Games, Philosophy, Creative outlets such as tabletop game design, art, and movies.


Coach Dillon is a Registered Social Worker (RSW), Certified Cognitive Coach (CCC), and holds a Bachelor’s in Social Work (BSW). With specialized training in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT1), Trauma-Informed Care (CTRI), and safeTALK & Living Works START, he takes a well-rounded, empathetic, and structured approach to coaching.


Dillon’s coaching style is relaxed, collaborative, and holistic, focusing on empowering individuals through intentional guidance to create meaningful and lasting change. He blends emotional support, goal setting, executive skills development, and social and communication strategies to help clients build confidence and navigate life’s challenges with resilience. Whether he’s assisting with job searching, building structure, or fostering self-motivation, Dillon’s goal is to create a positive impact in the lives of his clients every day.


His passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals began early in his career when a mentor introduced him to the world of autism. One of his most meaningful experiences was working with a young autistic student in a school setting. The child’s intelligence, humor, and unique way of seeing the world left a lasting impression on Dillon, inspiring his commitment to helping individuals unlock their full potential. Since then, he has dedicated his work to supporting autistic individuals and their families in ways that honor their strengths, celebrate their individuality, and provide the tools they need to thrive.


Dillon loves helping clients discover strengths they may not have recognized in themselves. He believes that every individual has a unique perspective and way of experiencing the world, and his goal is to create a supportive environment where they feel truly seen, understood, and empowered. He also values working with families, helping them build meaningful support systems that foster long-term success.


Seeing his clients grow and transform is one of the most rewarding parts of Dillon’s work. Whether it’s helping someone develop self-confidence, improve emotional intelligence, or strengthen relationships, he is honored to be part of their journey. Parents and clients often share how his coaching style builds deep trust, leading to lasting improvements in motivation, self-awareness, and emotional well-being.


Outside of coaching, Dillon enjoys expressing his creativity through digital art and designing board games. He also loves DIY projects, staying active, and spending time outdoors—whether hiking in nature or exploring new places. These passions keep him inspired and energized, allowing him to bring his best to his clients.


Dillon’s mission is to guide individuals toward greater self-understanding, confidence, and independence. He believes that when people feel supported and empowered, they can achieve incredible things.


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