I’m a psychologist, IFS therapist, and equity consultant with a passion for justice, education, and healing-centered engagement.

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Hi! I’m Dr. Sand Chang, but I mostly go by Sand. My pronouns are they/them/their.

I am a Chinese American nonbinary clinical psychologist, DEI consultant, and somatic/IFS psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience providing training and mental health services in a variety of settings, including the corporate sphere, startups, community mental health, university counseling, public schools, nonprofits, and medical centers. As a DEI trainer/educator and consultant, I strive to bring an intersectional, trauma-informed perspective to help workplaces create inclusive and psychologically safe(r) environments.

Services

Psychotherapy

  • My main approach to therapy and healing work is Internal Family Systems (IFS). I have had the honor of witnessing profound transformation in the way that my clients relate to themselves and others. Why do I love IFS so much? Click here to read more!

  • I am in Advanced training in Somatic Experiencing (SE™), a body-oriented therapeutic approach that works with the nervous system to heal from trauma. SE is based on a multidisciplinary intersection of physiology, psychology, ethology, biology, neuroscience, Indigenous healing practices, and medical biophysics.

  • One of my areas of focus is the spectrum of eating disorders or disordered eating. I use a Body Trust and Health At Every Size approach. Please click here to read my Ethical Statement Regarding Eating Disorders and Weight Bias.

virtual for CA residents ages 18+

DEI Consulting

  • Training is truly is my passion! I can speak to your organization on a number of topics. Most commonly I provide training on creating inclusive workplace environments, especially for BIPOC, queer, and trans employees. For those in provider roles, I can provide education on affirming care across all aspects of cultural difference as well as more specific curriculum on trans health, disordered eating, body liberation, and relationships/sexuality. I tailor my presentations and workshops based on the needs of the organization/participants.

    Speaking engagements include didactic trainings/webinars, interactive workshops, conferences. For groups, organizations, and events of any size.

  • Do you believe in diversity, equity, and inclusion but aren’t sure how to translate that into concrete action? Together we can look at all aspects of design in your workplace, including hiring practices, organizational structures, communications, workflows, social media and branding, and technology systems. I can help your teams to create systems that will help bridge values and action.

  • I love helping leaders and people in influential positions understand their impact in order to grow into more connected and compassionate leaders. I provide IFS-informed coaching that will help you to feel more embodied, values-aligned, and heart-centered in your role. We will address barriers to being the kind of leader you want to be and expanding your capacity to center the needs of your organization and workplace communities.

  • Do you need someone to review a product or communication? Or to help with inclusive design or language? I am happy to provide brief consultation and feedback as well as make recommendations for moving your organization/project in a direction that is aligned with diversity, equity, and inclusion.

for leaders and organizations

Education

for providers and organizations

  • Click here to learn about upcoming live trainings.

  • Online courses are a great way to learn at your own pace. Click here to learn more about online education opportunities.

  • I provide individual and group consultation to health care providers. I’ve worked with therapists, dieticians, physicians, coaches, and other providers to increase awareness, knowledge, and skills on a number of topics. Examples of consultation topics include:

    Gender- or trans-affirming care

    Eating disorders, body liberation, healing from diet culture

    Eating disorders in trans communities

    Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Areas of Expertise

  • Gender affirmation, trans and/or nonbinary identities

  • Eating disorders, food and body-related concerns

  • Trauma recovery

  • Family building and fertility/reproduction

  • Anxiety and stress

  • Depression

  • Grief and loss

  • Attachment and relationship concerns

  • Dating and barriers to intimacy

  • Addictions, compulsions, and recovery

  • Codependency and co-addiction

  • Significant life transitions

  • Diverse sexualities and relationships (including LGBTQ+, nonmonogamy and kink/BDSM communities)

  • Cultural identity concerns

  • Healing from systemic oppression (e.g., racism, transphobia, homophobia, ableism, fatphobia).

Past Clients

“Dr. Chang's depth of knowledge resonates deeply with employees of diverse backgrounds.Their content is sensitive, compassionate, and perfectly tailored for introductory learners while still being strategic and actionable for the workplace. We think of Dr. Chang as a true thought partner who can help us ensure that we're shaping workforce attitudes, behaviors, and cultural norms to be truly responsive to the needs of employees.”

-Joe Grasso, PhD, Senior Director of Workforce Transformation at Lyra Health

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