- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship work
- ADHD and focus
About David
David Chittenden is an ACA counsellor in Australia with 16 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family problems and major life change. He also supports issues around self-esteem, motivation and confidence.
David sees individuals and couples and has worked with clients managing disability. He has experience with grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy and sexual culture matters including BDSM and kink. He also helps with career concerns, ADHD, parenting and blended family matters.
His approach is practical and conversational. Sessions focus on clear aims and usable steps. He draws on methods such as cognitive behavioural techniques and existential ideas to help people make choices that fit their life.
David also uses relationship work influenced by the Gottman Method when couples want concrete ways to improve communication. He includes hypnotherapy and Jungian ideas where they suit the person’s goals and style of thinking.
People meet him to talk through what’s happening now and to build coping skills for the weeks ahead. He adapts the pace and topics depending on whether someone needs short-term coaching or longer support. The first sessions typically look at immediate concerns, practical priorities and a simple plan for the next steps.
How his approaches translate to online work
David commonly uses cognitive behavioural therapy and existential therapy in practice. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing practical changes in behaviour to reduce anxiety or low mood. Existential therapy looks at values, choice and meaning to help people navigate major life transitions and questions about identity.He also works with couples using principles from the Gottman Method to improve communication and reduce repeated conflict. That approach gives clear exercises and small communication shifts couples can try between sessions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist and client will discuss goals and preferences and agree a plan together. That means methods may shift as needs become clearer and someone tries different ways of working.
Session formats are not detailed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around study, work and travel, reduce commute time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Discuss practical arrangements with the therapist when you schedule your first session so sessions fit into everyday life.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, grief, trauma, ADHD, career concerns and related areas.
What is his style in sessions?
Sessions are practical and conversational with clear goals. He uses a mix of cognitive behavioural techniques and existential discussion to find useful steps forward.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of professional experience working with a broad range of concerns in Australia.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed with the ACA and practises in Australia.
Can I see him if I don’t live in Australia?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm the current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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