I’m Dave Shelton — a transformational life coach, motivational speaker, and healing facilitator.
My mission is simple: to help people heal forward.
I believe you’re not broken — you’re becoming.
My story isn’t theory; it’s testimony. For years, I wrestled with doubt and quiet lies: that I wasn’t enough, that I couldn’t rise above what I’d survived, that my story didn’t matter. But deep down, there was always a whisper — a steady voice within my soul — reminding me that I was stronger, wiser, and more capable than the world had ever told me I could be.
I’m a father of five and grandfather of eight who spent over a decade raising my children alone after trauma, loss, and personal rebuilding. Life tested me, but faith transformed me.
Originally from Toledo, Ohio, I found new life and spiritual grounding in Alaska’s Northwest Arctic — embraced by the Inupiaq people and their deep sense of community and healing.
What began as survival became purpose: helping others turn pain into power and fear into focus.
Today, I know that the words we believe can either chain us or free us.
And freedom begins the moment we decide to be true to who we really are.
“Be true to thine own self… because your soul is waiting to be heard.”
Best Regards,
Dave
"Being Tru2MySoul means I’ve made peace with myself.
It means I protect my peace, love myself without apology, and listen to the voice of my soul more than the noise in my ears."
Dave Shelton
Professional Bio
🎓 Education & Background:
At 52 years old, Dave enrolled in college for the first time with zero credits. Three years later — after testing out of 22 classes and earning his B.S. in Psychology — he graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2025.
Dave was honored to serve as Keynote Speaker at commencement, receiving two standing ovations from thousands.
That moment confirmed what he already knew: his story could heal others — if he's brave enough to tell it.
📜 Certifications & Training:
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Prime For Life (PFL) Certified Facilitator
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Mandt System Certified (Behavioral Intervention & De-escalation)
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Mental Health First Aid USA – Adult Certified
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Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)
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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Trained
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Crisis Intervention (CIT)
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Substance Abuse Prevention Skills Training (SAPST)
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Suicide Prevention & Awareness
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Motivational Interviewing (MI) Certified
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Trauma-Informed Care Certified
💫 Founder of Tru2MySoul™
Through Tru2MySoul, he's helped individuals and organizations rediscover resilience and spiritual renewal through:
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🔹 1:1 & Group Life Coaching
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🔹 Echo Circles™ (Healing Dialogue Sessions)
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🔹 Keynote & Motivational Speaking
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🔹 Podcast Production & Guest Speaking
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🔹 Retreats & Coaching Certification Programs
Whether working with one person or an entire organization, his approach blends faith, psychology, and authentic connection — helping people heal forward, one conversation at a time.
🎙️ Podcast: Tru2Success with Coach Dave:
Each week on “Tru2Success with Coach Dave”, he shares real stories of healing and hope from across Alaska and beyond. Dave shares stories of healing, restoration, and resilience. These aren’t interviews — they’re sacred conversations with trauma survivors, leaders, and everyday heroes navigating life with courage; sacred conversations that restore.
Every episode explores resilience, mental health, and transformation. It’s faith-based, heart-centered, and unfiltered.
🎧 Listen on Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube
“Dave has always been a steady, honest voice in my life. During difficult times, he listened deeply, held me accountable, and told me the truth with compassion. His wisdom, experience, and practical mindset helped me grow in humility, ambition, integrity, and faith. Working with him has been a blessing.”
M.H. - Detroit, MI
“Dave listens to understand, not just to respond. He challenged me to hear myself and realize that many of the answers I needed were already inside me. His sessions helped me move beyond temporary emotions and make practical, real-life decisions.”
G.H. - Newnan, GA
“Dave helped me see things from new perspectives and understand my own thought process in a deeper way. Our conversations made me happier, more confident, and more aware of my decisions. Instead of feeling like I was losing at life, I learned to reflect, grow, and make choices that truly align with who I want to be.”
X.S. - Rome, GA
