Dr. Christine Chang, Ph.D.

Saturday, November 9th 2024 | 9:30 AM - 4:00PM (Pacific Time)

憤怒的禮物：IFS x AEDP 中文體驗式工作坊
Gifts of Anger: IFS x AEDP Experiential Workshop for Mandarin-speaking Healers
Registration: https://GiftsOfAnger-IFS-AEDP.eventbrite.com

誠摯邀請你加入由Dora和Christine帶領的「憤怒的禮物：IFS x AEDP 中文體驗式工作坊」。我們將透過內在家庭系統 (IFS) 和加速體驗性動力學心理治療 (AEDP) 兩種治療取向，深入探討憤怒。作為治療師，憤怒經常是個案改變歷程中，複雜且有挑戰性的情感經驗。我們將分享IFS和AEDP的核心理論與技術，結合多年心理治療實踐，解析如何在情緒探索中靈活應用IFS和AEDP視角與技巧，建立安全、穩定的治療框架，讓個案在治療過程裡發掘憤怒背後隱藏的智慧與力量，並學會優雅地與之同行。本工作坊將透過具體的理論知識與體驗活動，帶領你，作為治療師，探索強有力的實務工具來擁抱並引領個案的憤怒感受，促進治療關係的更深連結，從而協助個案發展有意義且持久的改變。工作坊全程以中文進行，體驗中文文化中的憤怒表達，並將這些文化特徵融入治療過程中，促進更具文化適應性的治療方案。

Thursday, October 3 - Friday, October 4, 2024
Courageous Conversation | Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA) Convention, Atlanta, GA

“Does Western Therapy Work on Eastern Minds?” — Dr. Christine Chang

Inspired by a character from the Netflix show “Beef” (2023) who claims, “Western therapy doesn't work on Eastern minds, ” this session explores how Western therapeutic practices can be integrated within Eastern cultural contexts in a nonbinary way. This Courageous Conversation session examines the fundamental mechanisms of change in clinical work, as well as cultural and intergenerational trauma that impact our communities. By focusing on the micro levels of the therapeutic process, this session encourages a deep dialogue on adapting therapeutic methods to address concerns related to Asian bodies, relationships, and minds, fostering resilience and promoting mental wellness in Asian communities.

See more details: https://2024aapaconvention.dryfta.com/index.php

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Pacific Time)

Summer Solstice Retreat for Asians/Asian Americans (& Allies) – Healing Meditation through Music🎶, Poetry📚, Plants🌿, and Sunlight☀️
Registration:https://summersolsticeretreat.eventbrite.com

Before the longest day of the year arrives, join me for a one-hour retreat dedicated to healing and rejuvenation! This nurturing space is specifically tailored for Asians/Asian Americans and allies. Allow the self to immerse in a healing experience that engages all your senses and explore various forms of self-care and cultural resonance. We will meditate in the enchanting realms of music, echo the enduring echoes of poetry, learn from ancestral insights about plants, and embrace the life-giving energy of sunlight. This Summer Solstice Retreat aims to offer Asians/Asian Americans and allies a space to heal, renew, and restore balance. 

Thursday, February 22, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific Time) - English-speaking
Friday, February 23, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific Time) - Mandarin-speaking

Integrating Psychodynamic Approaches with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy— Working with Cognitive Distortions through Contemporary Psychodynamic Therapy and Cultural Sensitivity
Registration: http://tinyurl.com/5n734jdt

In this workshop, I will discuss how to work with common cognitive distortions (e.g., all-or-none thinking, should statements, etc.) using the core concepts and techniques of contemporary psychodynamic theories with cultural consideration. Specifically, I will describe theoretical understandings of cognitive distortions from the lens of contemporary psychodynamic therapy. I will provide various methods to work with clients after identifying their cognitive distortions, other than classic cognitive restructuring. This workshop is particularly suitable for clinicians who are trained as generalists and/or who work with clients using overintellectualization as a coping mechanism. The workshop will help clinicians: (1) Deepen the understanding of cognitive distortions from the perspective of contemporary psychodynamic therapy;,(2) Identify techniques that emphasize bodily sensation and emotional awareness when working with cognitive distortions, and (3) Increase the awareness of cultural beliefs and collective trauma when working with clients struggling with cognitive distortions.

心理動力治療與認知行為治療的整合—— 透過當代心理動力學派與文化覺察轉化認知偏誤
講座報名：http://tinyurl.com/y4btmcc5

本線上講座由張智婷博士 (Christine Chang, PhD)主講，協助臨床工作者整合當代心理動力學(Psychodynamic Approaches)和認知行為療法(CBT)。講座將討論如何使用當代心理動力學的核心概念和技巧，結合文化考量，處理常見的認知扭曲，例如，全有或全無的思維(All-or-none thinking)、應該與必須的陳述(should statments)等。具體而言，講座將從當代心理動力學療法的角度理解認知扭曲，透過此時此地的身體感知與情緒感受，面對並轉化認知扭曲，作為除了面質(confrontation)與認知重建(cognitive restructuring)之外的另一取徑。講座特別適合有兩種取向都有興趣與經驗，或經常與過度智性化個案工作的治療師。講座將幫助臨床工作者：(1)從當代心理動力學療法的角度加深對認知扭曲的理解；(2)辨識認知扭曲，於此同時，學習並應用更關注身體感知與情緒感受的臨床技巧；(3)在與困擾於認知扭曲的個案合作時，提高對文化信念和集體創傷的覺察和敏感性。

Thursday, June 29, 2023 | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM (Pacific Time)

Culturally-informed therapy for complex trauma in Asians/Asian Americans

In this workshop, Dr. Chang will discuss the application of core concepts and techniques of contemporary psychodynamic theories with the understanding of Asian generational trauma. Dr. Chang will share specific ways to facilitate the change process, work through the defense, and deepen the therapeutic connections with Asian-identified clients experiencing complex attachment trauma.

The workshop is for clinicians (including trainees) only. This workshop will be recorded and available for 7 days for people who register.

Registration: https://tinyurl.com/35mvymyz

Tuesday, September 22, 2022 | 5p-6p PT/8p-9p ET

Our 3rd Asian/Asian American Webinar Series “Owning Our Power II - Decolonizing Ourselves” —

The Power of Joy

In Asian/Asian-American cultures, joy can often be perceived as an emotion that needs to be suppressed, accessed only when we have truly earned it (and will we ever get there?), or named by others. Cultural and racial messages within the US also shape how Asians and Asian-Americans are not allowed to experience joy. Joy however can be transformative and bring vitality to our lives. In this interactive webinar, we will a) recognize the power of joy, b) identify mindsets that block this emotion, c) reclaim narratives that give us access to this powerful emotion, and d) identify ways to build and protect joyful experiences unconditionally and unapologetically.  

Please register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/383500649767 Space is limited. This webinar will be recorded.

August 27, 2022 | 3pm - 6pm
TAKSIM | 564 4th Street, San Francisco

TAP SF: Friending For Grown-Ups with Dr. Christine Chang

Join TAP-SF for an engaging presentation by psychologist Dr. Christine Chang, Ph.D., about how to make friends as an adult! In her presentation, she will cover a wide range of topics such as making friends, keeping friends, realistic expectations, and the impact of Taiwanese and Taiwanese American culture here. She will also lead us in interactive activities for us to participate in, such as pairing conversations.

After we learn tips for making new acquaintances and maintaining friendships as an adult from Dr. Christine Chang, come put the theory into practice by mingling and making new friends at our happy hour at Taksim! Afterwards, for those who want to keep hanging out, join us for dinner and drinks at a nearby restaurant, and possibly followed by other activities!

Register on Eventbrite to reserve your spot! As spots are limited, we kindly ask that you register only if you are certain you can attend, and please update your RSVP if you can no longer make it. Thank you!

https://www.tap-sf.org/all-events/2022/8/27/friending-for-grown-ups

July 11, 2022

作為心理治療師，我們移民美國的體驗是怎樣的？｜從心理的角度聊移民經歷（上）｜ 心理深呼吸

https://youtu.be/Tz-yvFURt_Y

00:00 我們的移民經歷
03:25 我們體驗到移民帶來的失落感
06:51 移民系統帶來的身份不確定性
11:40 我們是否融入了『主流文化』？

Fridays, 15, 22, 29 July, 2022 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Pacific Time)

當代心理動力治療實作 | 系列講座

本講座由張智婷博士 (Christine Chang, PhD)主講，結合理論與實務經驗，分享當代心理動力治療的核心概念與技術，強調東亞文化的理解和世代創傷的影響，期待我們在治療歷程中，更靈活地融合運用當代心理動力取向。本講座以中文進行，講解與分析為主，問答討論和體驗活動為輔，提供給心理治療臨床工作者專業進修，為保護整體學習體驗，暫不開放給尚無臨床經驗者。系列講座共三場，請分開報名。

詳情請至表單閱覽報名
www.christinechangphd.com/dynamicseriesjuly2022

Tuesday, April 26, 2022 | 5p-6p PT/8p-9p ET

Our 2nd Asian/Asian American Webinar Series “Owning Our Power II - Decolonizing Ourselves” —

Scarcity, Abundance, and Asianness

The scarcity mindset is a fear-based survival tool. It may have helped us go through capitalism, colonization, authoritarianism, war, and poverty. It also costs us and traps us in anxiety and never-enoughness. In the webinar, we will discuss (1) the intersections between scarcity mindset and experience growing up as an Asian/Asian American and (2) concrete ways to let go of scarcity mindset and nurture the beginning of abundance.  

Please register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/scarcity-abundance-and-asianness-registration-302053158127 Space is limited. This webinar will be recorded.

Saturday, March 19, 2022 | 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM (Taipei Time)

通訊心理諮商的歷程實踐：多元文化的挑戰與實作

早年經驗、情緒、依附關係、認知行為、乃至學校教育受到文化脈絡的影響, 近年來, 家庭系統理論應用在台灣各個縣市輔導機構也衍生出不同的樣貌。西方的的諮商理論套用在台南大學生個案的身上, 為何就是少了一點什麼?

本課程打破傳統通訊諮商訓練的思維, 首次以台灣文化的脈絡來剖析心理諮商的歷程, 點出視訊鏡頭裡看不到的歷史與文化, 及其如何真切的影響治療關係。講師們以親身實務經驗對照台灣和美國加州的大學及社區心理工作, 應用不同理論派別在不同背景的個案身上, 產生不同的治療效應。當事人的世界觀與信念考驗心理師對文化的覺察力與技巧的彈性。參與者將一同思考如何由多元文化的脈絡來處理衡鑑、個案概念化、治療關係與治療計劃, 以強化治療因子, 提升心理工作者的自我效能感。

詳情請至表單閱覽報名
https://forms.gle/QS7cfPZWR5hmY1Ey8

Saturday, August 14, 2021 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

疫情下，超越通訊諮商的遠程思考：台灣心理師克服體制限制的創造力

主持人：邱逸芳 心理師
《科技是科技，人是人； 回到治療本位》 江孟純 執照心理學家
《花東輔導工作的困境與創新》 洪儷軒 心理師
《校園心理工作的困境與突破》 呂靜宜 心理師
《研究所沒教的事》 張智婷 執照心理學家

詳情請至表單閱覽報名
https://forms.gle/qKuTsADgSzMH5R728

August 6, 2021

心理自聊師 & 金星文創 ｜ EP22｜教練我好想打籃球-心理治療師對談築夢之路

Apple Podcast: http://tinyurl.com/2wdv52nm

“今天這集，K老師特別越洋連線在加州執業的臨床心理師張智婷(Christine)，以心理師對談築夢之路，分享追逐生命的熱愛。”

Sunday, July 18, 2021 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

疫情下心理諮商工作的變動與調適：美國12位心理師遠距諮商經驗談

疫情改變了台灣人的生活形態，也為心理諮商工作帶來挑戰。面對全球疫情的發展，通訊諮商在未來將會越來越普及。美國從2020年3月份開始，全國心理專業人員便開始了部分或全面的通訊諮商，這一年多的經驗值得台灣借鏡參考。放遠未來，為下一階段做準備。

為此，Taiwan Psychology Network（台美心理聯絡網）全美東西岸的12位台裔心理學博士，分兩場次、以podcast互動訪談模式分享個人和機構遠距諮商的挑戰與心得，盼為台灣的心理界盡一份心力。此公益講座全部收益將捐贈「送平板到偏鄉」活動，協助弱勢家庭學生遠距學習。

兩場講師群各有不同，講師詳細資歷介紹請到報名表單閱覽。
第一場：https://forms.gle/htzdkVVDodAzDkMc8
第二場：https://forms.gle/BqEw3dXJ3NXo2BZG6

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA) "Owning Your Power" Webinar Series Part 4, Co-created and co-hosted by Christine Chang, Ph.D. & Snehal Kumar, PhD

Topic: Channeling Healthy Anger As a Leader (watch the recording here!)

Anger is often perceived as an unhealthy and unwelcome emotion. This myth of anger may block us from using this powerful emotion in healing trauma, building resilience, and lifting up the community. In this talk, our speakers will share how to channel healthy anger in making collective differences as individuals and as leaders

Time: Wednesday, June 12, 2021 at 5p-5:50p PST/8p-8:50p EST
Location: ZOOM ID: 998 4589 7573 (Passcode: 337002)
Speakers: Karen Suyemoto, Ph.D., and Yi Du, Ph.D.

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA) "Owning Your Power" Webinar Series Part 3, Co-created and co-hosted by Christine Chang, Ph.D. & Snehal Kumar, Ph.D.

Topic: Navigating Prejudice and Internalized Prejudice (watch the recording here!)

Part of how we own our power is to cultivate ways of thinking and being that protect us. Our experiences of being discriminated against and oppressed affect our overall well-being and sense of agency. Our speakers will provide examples of how subtle and obvious forms of prejudice impacted their sense of self. Our speakers will also emphasize the importance of differentiating unhelpful collective messages such as colorism and “gender inequality is cultural” from cultural identity, so we can restore wellness and justice in our minds, homes, and communities.

Time: Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 5p-5:50p PST/8p-8:50p EST
Location: ZOOM ID: 999 2615 0997 (Passcode: 323199)
Speakers: Kulkiran (Kulky) Nakai, Psy.D., and Helen 영주 Kim, Ph.D.

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA) "Owning Your Power" Webinar Series Part 2, Co-created and co-hosted by Christine Chang, Ph.D. & Snehal Kumar, Ph.D.

Topic: Owning Your Strengths: An AAPI Storytelling Panel (watch the recording here!)

The way we tell our stories has an important impact on our ability to see ourselves. Our invited guest speakers will share their personal and professional stories about their journeys with learning to own their strengths and the impact this mindset has had on them. Themes will include confidence, humility, overconfidence, and navigating cultural and subcultural norms.

Time: Wednesday April 7, 2021 at 5p-5:50p PST/8p-8:50p EST
Location: ZOOM ID: 958 5236 8709 (Passcode: 400073)
Speakers: Yin J. Li, LMFT, and Nelli Tran, Ph.D.

Wednesday, March 3, 2021 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Asian American Psychological Association (AAPA) "Owning Your Power" Webinar Series Part 1, Co-created and co-hosted by Christine Chang, Ph.D. & Snehal Kumar, Ph.D.

Topic: Healing Communities: Asian/Asian-American Experiences of Mentoring & Social Support (watch the recording here!)

The Asian/Asian-American experience can be invisible and yet is so complex. Building a healing and accountable community can be a helpful way to understand and harness our individual and collective power. Our speakers will discuss helpful ways to cultivate mutually beneficial social networks and invest in mentoring relationships. Our speakers will also discuss typical Asian/Asian-American subcultural norms that may help us build professional communities (such as respect for elders, attentiveness to groups), as well as those norms that might create barriers (such as fear of asking too much, needing to be self-reliant).

Time: Wednesday, March 3, 2021 at 5p-5:50p PST/8p-8:50p EST
Location: ZOOM ID: 96468918530 (Passcode: 454321)
Speakers: Arpana G. Inman, Ph.D. and Kimberly Langrehr, Ph.D.

Friday, June 19, 2020 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Free Grief Support Circle with Christine Chang, PhD

This Grief Support Circle is for people who have had a significant person in their life pass away, whether they have died by coronavirus or any other causes.  The support circle is AEDP-informed. It provides a space for you to receive emotional support, understand the grieving process, and learn about self-care practices that help the journey of healing. 

Please email Christine at cchangphd@gmail.com for more information and registration.