CONNECT Mental Health — Psychiatrist in Christchurch, E9
Address360 Barbadoes Street Central City Christchurch 8011, Christchurch, E9
Websiteheritagepsychology.nz
Jason Chang is a Consultant Psychiatrist practicing since 2018, with prior experience at Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand) and as a senior clinical lecturer at the University of Otago. He specialises in the assessment and treatment of adult mental health issues, particularly mood disorders and the impact of trauma. Jason employs a pragmatic and empathic approach, valuing holistic care, family/whanau inclusion, and healthy boundaries. He is fluent in Mandarin and English and is dedicated to enhancing mental wellbeing awareness and service access within Asian communities, co-chairing the Asian Community Transformation Trust (ACTT). He accepts referrals from GPs and Psychologists and is contracted with ACC.
Best for
- Adults with mood disorders
- Individuals impacted by trauma
- Asian communities seeking mental health support
- Clients referred by GPs or Psychologists
| Key services | Psychiatric assessment, Psychiatric treatment, EMDR, Trauma-Focused CBT, Mentalisation Based Therapy (MBT), Specialty assessments |
| Languages | Mandarin, English |
| Tags | psychiatrist, christchurch, mental health, mood disorders, trauma, adult psychiatry, mandarin speaking, acc, holistic care, asian communities |
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