- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin patterns
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
About David
David Chittenden is an ACA counsellor in Australia with 16 years of clinical experience. He works with people who are managing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family problems and major life changes. He also supports concerns such as self-esteem, grief, intimacy-related issues and ADHD.
He sees individuals, couples and people with disabilities, and offers conversations that focus on practical change. Sessions involve talking through patterns, noticing how family of origin issues shape current relationships, and building clearer ways to respond to stressful situations.
David uses a mix of therapy styles to match what a person needs. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. He also uses existential ideas to help people clarify values and meaning when life feels uncertain.
He works with relationship-focused methods, including the Gottman Method, when couples want tools for communication and conflict. Hypnotherapy and Jungian approaches are part of his toolkit for people who prefer image-based or deeper exploratory work.
Sessions aim to be straightforward and practical. David helps people set small, achievable steps and reviews progress regularly. He invites clients to raise any questions about pace or focus so the work stays relevant to day-to-day life.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
David uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood and coping with stressful situations because it focuses on clear strategies and homework tasks.He also draws on Existential Therapy to help clients clarify what matters to them and face big life questions. This approach can help when events feel disorienting or when someone is re-evaluating relationships and responsibilities.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and agree on a plan together, adjusting methods to fit the client’s aims and comfort level. This collaborative process helps match techniques to practical goals such as improving communication or managing anxiety.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also offer the flexibility to choose sessions that match day-to-day routines while maintaining a focus on progress and practical change.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, self-esteem, grief, ADHD and related issues listed on the profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses practical, talk-based sessions that combine CBT, existential ideas and relationship methods to address thoughts, behaviour and communication.
How long has he been practising?
He has 16 years of professional experience in Australia.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed with the Australian Counselling Association as an ACA counsellor and works from Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does therapy cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions are delivered through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule your first session.
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