Shakespeare knew well the fundaments of human vitality. In Macbeth, Shakespeare depicts the inevitable devastation when one is deprived of sleep, a most basic physical …
Life is a Journey
Your path weaves through sprawling terrain. Splendid vistas and misty valleys. Joy accompanied by sorrow. In the difficult passages, you need not walk alone. Speak with a someone who will accompany you along the path.
Life’s Many Passages
Life can be difficult. Find help with the following:
- Environmental distress and anxiety
- Grief and bereavement
- Stress, anxiety, and depression
- Life transitions
- Self-Esteem
- Couples Counselling
- Meaning and Spirituality
Counselling Approach
I take a person-centred and empathetic approach to therapy. Trust is the core of every therapeutic relationship. I build a positive rapport with each client and provide interventions suited to each client. We work together to identify unhelpful patterns, cultivate a spacious awareness of self, and develop a positive interpretation of your life’s story. Modalities include:
- Mindfulness and Meditation
- Adlerian Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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About Me
David Chang, PhD, RCC
I am a counsellor, educator, and author. I aim to promote greater social and ecological well-being for both individuals and communities. I believe that wellness is a holistic endeavour that includes healthy ways of living with the land and community.
The work of becoming human starts with cultivating awareness and a spacious attitude toward self and others. A meditator in the Zen tradition for over 20 years, I find wisdom in forests, waters, music and poetry.