David Coleman is a clinical psychologist, broadcaster and author. A graduate of University College Dublin, David has been a practising Clinical Psychologist, working with children and families for over eleven years.
David has become well known in Ireland as the presenter of the hit RTE television series ‘Families in Trouble’ and more recently ‘Teens in the Wild’ both of which were enjoyed by huge audiences nationwide.
David also presents ‘21st Century Child’, a landmark venture for RTE that follows 12 Irish families for six years from the birth of their babies. David is also a regular contributor on ‘Seoige’, every Wednesday on RTE 1. A natural communicator, David’s style is universally acclaimed as accessible and approachable.
David has successfully transferred his skills to radio where he is the dependable weekly contributor to the Moncrieff Show’s parenting slot every Wednesday on Newstalk 106-108.
With more of his own ideas in mind David intends to broaden his radio experience. David gives lectures and workshops to groups all around the country on topics ranging from parenting to communication.
Speaking in person to thousands over the last year David enjoys the engagement with a live audience and his entertaining style is always acknowledged.
Not content with his media and lecturing work, David is also a bestselling author of Parenting is Child’s Play a guide to raising children. The book, a firm and continuing favourite with Irish parents, was published by Penguin Ireland in May 2007.
He is also a weekly expert contributor to the Parenting Section of Health Plus the Irish Times’ weekly supplement every Tuesday.
