Dr. David Posen

Keynote Speaker | Toronto, Ontario

Stress, Work Life Balance
Change Management Expert

Dr. David Posen Expertise Stress Management, Work Life Balance, Change Management, Resilience & Change, Workplace Culture, Burnout Prevention, Leadership and Change, Leadership, , , and .

Dr. David Posen

About Dr. David Posen

Dr. David Posen is a bestselling author, physician, and one of North America’s leading experts on stress mastery, work-life balance, and managing change. With over three decades of experience as a keynote speaker, seminar leader, and author, he has captivated audiences across Canada and the United States with practical strategies to manage stress and achieve sustainable performance. Known as “Doc Calm,” Dr. Posen integrates medical insight with relatable communication to help individuals and organizations build resilience and wellbeing. His clients include major corporations, government agencies, and educational institutions seeking actionable approaches to workplace stress and personal growth.

Dr. David Posen Videos

David Posen In Action

Managing Stress at Work: an Interview with David Posen, M.d.

Dr. David Posen: Stress Mastery

Dr. David Posen Interviews & Podcasts

Workplace Stress: Dr. David Posen's Prescription

Managing Stress: an Interview with David Posen, M.d.

Dr David Posen on Why You Get Stressed and What You Can Do About It

DR. DAVID POSEN BIOGRAPHY

Dr. David Posen is a physician, author, and leading authority on stress mastery, work-life balance, and managing change. He practiced as a family physician for 17 years before devoting his career exclusively to stress management, lifestyle counseling, and psychotherapy. Over the past three decades, Dr. Posen has built a distinguished reputation as an international keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and bestselling author.

He is widely recognized by audiences across North America for his clear, evidence-based strategies that help individuals and teams manage stress and perform effectively under pressure.

Known professionally as “Doc Calm,” Dr. Posen combines medical knowledge with engaging communication to simplify complex ideas about health and wellness. He has delivered presentations to business, education, government, and healthcare organizations across Canada and the United States. His corporate clients include KPMG, American Express, Warner Bros., Chevron, Rogers Communications, Microsoft, Hilton Hotels, IBM, Scotiabank, CIBC, and the University of California.

Dr. David Posen’s expertise covers stress mastery, work-life balance, workplace wellness, change management, and personal effectiveness. He is the author of five acclaimed books: Always Change a Losing Game, Staying Afloat When the Water Gets Rough, The Little Book of Stress Relief, Is Work Killing You?, and Authenticity. The Little Book of Stress Relief has been translated into seven languages and is now in its third edition, reflecting its lasting impact.

His work has been featured in major media outlets including USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, People, Huffington Post, Men’s Fitness, and The Globe and Mail.

Dr. Posen has written articles for Canadian Living, Reader’s Digest, and several medical journals and contributed a popular weekly column for Canoe.ca focused on stress and lifestyle management. He continues to appear on television and radio programs across Canada, offering practical guidance for managing stress in today’s demanding world.

Dr. David Posen resides in Oakville, Ontario, where he balances his professional commitments with his passion for reading, music, and sport.

Through his presentations and publications, Dr. Posen equips audiences with sustainable tools for resilience, clarity, and wellbeing in work and life.

 

 

Dr. David Posen Topic Presentations

Dr. David Posen Toronto, Ontario, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

Running on Empty: Manage Your Energy, Manage Your Stress

Taking Care of the Caregiver

The Lifestyle Balancing Act

Get a Grip: You Have More Control than You Think

Be Good to Yourself and the Bottom Line

Dr. David Posen Books & Articles

The Little Book of Stress Relief
The Little Book of Stress

The Little Book of Stress Relief is a practical book that changes the fundamental thinking and habitual lifestyle choices that contribute...

Authenticity: a Guide to Living in Harmony with Your True Sel
Authenticity: a Guide to Living in Harmony with

For over thirty years, Dr. David Posen has counselled patients suffering from severe stress, anxiety, and depression. Over that time, he...

Is Work Killing You?: a Doctor's Prescription for Treating Workplace Stress
Is Work Killing You?: a Doctor's Prescription for

Dr. David Posen, a popular speaker and a leading expert on stress mastery, identifies the three biggest problems that contribute to burnout...

6 Ways to Calm the Heck Down!
6 Ways to Calm the Heck

Tame tension with these strategies, no matter where it ambushes you.

Dr. David Posen Speaking Testimonials

"David is truly professional, taking the time to research our company and the issues important to us.    "

Price Waterhouse Coopers

"A perfect blend of anecdote, medical science, humor and advice”      "

Warner Brothers

"The time you invested with the leadership team on delivering a tailored message really paid dividends.      "

American Express

"I think the Q&A session at the end spoke volumes, as to how much attendees enjoyed you and the information you shared      "

Kraft Foods Canada

"Our keynote speaker was worth the entire day      "

University of Michigan

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