Dr. Christian Schulz-Quach is a Medical Psychiatrist and Existential Psychoanalyst based in Toronto. With over 20 years of consulting experience and a background in psychosomatic medicine and palliative care, Dr. Schulz-Quach integrates a diverse range of therapeutic approaches in his practice. He serves as a Staff Psychiatrist at the Centre for Mental Health, University Health Network (UHN), where he also holds the role of Medical Director of Workplace Violence Prevention.

In his academic capacity, Dr. Schulz-Quach is an Associate Professor and Clinician Educator in the Department of Psychiatry and the Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME) at the University of Toronto. His research and teaching focus on psychoanalysis, existential-phenomenological psychotherapy, and the intersection of clinical practice with organizational and societal dynamics. He is currently developing UHN’s workplace violence prevention training program, which emphasizes trauma-informed de-escalation and self-protection strategies.

Dr. Schulz-Quach's scholarly work explores the application of existential phenomenology, particularly Heidegger's concept of being-in-the-world, in understanding complex systemic issues such as workplace violence in healthcare. He is passionate about fostering reflective practice and creating safe, empathetic spaces for both patients and healthcare professionals. His private practices are based in Toronto and Berlin.