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Daniel Chung

Life Experience​​
  • 30 years in ministry serving churches and non-profit ministries

  • Ordained pastor of 20 years

  • Spiritual director

  • Christian couples and life coach

  • Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy at Fuller Theological Seminary

  • Doctorate in Ministry at Fuller Theological Seminary

  • Master of Divinity at Nazarene Theological Seminary

  • Adjunct professor at a seminary, teaching courses on the integration of theology, psychology, and spirituality

  • Joyfully married for 20 years, with a relationship that has grown stronger through dedication and mutual support, and a proud father to my young adult daughter

About Dan

Daniel Chung has over twenty years of wide-ranging experience working with people in all stages of life. He is a creative, dedicated therapist who is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families by coming alongside them, listening with empathy, helping to make sense of their concerns and needs, and providing vital tools to grow and thrive in life.

Daniel focuses on providing a safe, nurturing, and judgment-free space that enables clients to heal and positively progress by fostering their agency to empower them to leverage their positive qualities toward lasting, satisfying, and harmonious relationships.

He believes in holistic healing toward emotional, spiritual, and relational wellness that activates the mind, body, and spirit, ushering in deeper self-realization, purposeful living, better conflict management, and healthier coping skills over stress and grief.

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​​The Integration of Psychology and God’s Word ✨

Daniel’s unique approach to therapy lies in his deep belief that both psychological principles and God’s word can work harmoniously to foster healing and growth. By integrating clinical psychology with biblical teachings, Daniel is able to offer clients a nuanced, faith-based approach to therapy.

He believes that God created our minds with incredible complexity, and psychological tools can help us understand ourselves and others better. At the same time, Scripture provides timeless wisdom and spiritual truths that guide us toward deeper meaning and purpose. By combining both, Daniel helps clients find emotional healing, develop healthier relationships, and build a faith-filled life.

"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." — Psalm 34:18

In his work, Daniel helps clients discover how to lean into their faith while applying proven psychological strategies, allowing them to experience a holistic path toward well-being. Whether through managing anxiety, healing from trauma, or strengthening relationships, his integrative approach brings together the best of both worlds.

Couples Counseling 💞

Marriage is one of the most beautiful gifts God gives us, but it can also be one of the most challenging. Daniel is committed to helping couples navigate their relationship with Christ at the center, believing that with God's grace, all things are possible. Using a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Emotion Focused Therapy and Restoration Therapy, Daniel helps couples work through conflicts, improve communication, and strengthen their bond.

"Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken." — Ecclesiastes 4:12

Through couples counseling, Daniel emphasizes that when Christ is at the center of a relationship, the couple can stand strong together, even during difficult times. He guides couples in renewing their connection, rediscovering love, and building a strong foundation rooted in faith and mutual respect.

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​​Parenting with Faith 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

As a father himself, Daniel understands the joys and challenges that come with parenting. Parenting in today's world can be overwhelming, but with God's wisdom and guidance, parents can raise their children in a loving, faith-filled environment. Daniel offers support to parents by helping them develop healthy parenting strategies, manage stress, and foster a deeper connection with their children.

"Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it." — Proverbs 22:6

Daniel works with parents to help them integrate faith into their parenting, model Christ-like love, and equip their children with the values and principles that will guide them through life.

Working with Men One-on-One 🧔

Daniel has a deep passion for working with men who are seeking to strengthen their walk with God, grow emotionally, and improve their relationships. Many men face unique struggles, often carrying burdens silently. Daniel offers a safe space for men to discuss their challenges, explore emotional growth, and work on overcoming anger, addiction, or relational struggles.

"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." — Proverbs 27:17

Daniel encourages men to embrace their God-given purpose, seek healing, and find peace in their roles as husbands, fathers, and leaders. He helps men become more emotionally available, spiritually grounded, and confident in their journey with God.

 

Helping Couples with Sexual Intimacy ❤️

Sexual intimacy is a sacred and beautiful gift from God, meant to foster connection, unity, and joy in marriage. Yet, misunderstandings about Christian teachings on sex can sometimes lead to shame, guilt, or unhealthy dynamics that sour a couple’s intimate relationship. Many couples have absorbed misguided beliefs that sexual desire is inherently sinful or that it’s unimportant in a godly marriage. These misconceptions can create barriers to intimacy and leave couples feeling disconnected or unfulfilled.
 

Daniel offers a compassionate, biblically rooted approach to help couples untangle these harmful beliefs and rediscover intimacy as God designed it—an act of love, trust, and unity. For couples who have been struggling with sexual issues for years, even decades, Daniel provides hope and healing. He works patiently with spouses to rebuild trust, improve communication about sensitive topics, and address longstanding wounds.


Using both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of biblical principles, Daniel guides couples on a path toward renewal. He helps them cultivate a healthy, God-honoring view of intimacy that strengthens their bond and reflects the beauty of their covenant relationship. No matter how long the struggle has lasted, Daniel reminds couples that with God’s grace, restoration is always possible.

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Counseling for Pastors and Christian Leaders

Daniel served as a lay leader for 10 years and pastored as an ordained minister for 20 years, in addition to growing up as a pastor’s kid.

 

He understands what it is like to be a pastor and Christian leader: the demands, the pain, the sacrifices, the joy. He has served pastors, pastor couples and families, and Christian leaders as a counselor, coach, and spiritual director for many years. He is most passionate about helping pastors and Christian leaders to live out of their God-created true selves, overcome their brokenness (emotional and spiritual), and follow their calling to love and serve God and others. 

Adult Autism & ADHD Assessments

Daniel specializes in providing neurodiversity-supportive assessments and therapeutic services designed to help individuals reach their full potential.

 

His comprehensive approach includes administering questionnaires, engaging in discussions, making observations, and using tools such as the MIDAS-2 and SRS-2 for Autism, as well as the CAARS and Brown EF/A scales for ADHD. Daniel works collaboratively with clients to explore their unique traits and understand the value of a diagnosis in fostering success and fulfillment. 

 

Daniel also offers guidance, resources, and support to individuals and their families throughout the assessment process. By taking a holistic view, he identifies each person’s strengths and challenges from multiple perspectives. His goal is to serve as an ally, helping clients navigate the assessment journey and discover pathways to growth, progress, and lasting change.

 

In his experience, Daniel’s clients have found the assessment process to be a transformative opportunity for self-discovery, leading to greater understanding and acceptance of themselves and fostering empathy in their relationships. Whether confirming or ruling out a diagnosis, Daniel emphasizes that neurodiversity is not a defect but a unique set of traits accompanied by gifts and areas for growth.

 

With the right tools, clients can build essential skills to improve social, professional, and personal relationships.

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My Therapeutic Approach

Daniel’s therapeutic approach is trauma-informed to support clients in their healing process. His client-centered methods create a working alliance with empathy, acceptance, openness, and flexibility. With experience working with diverse cultures and ethnicities, Daniel relates to clients with authenticity, compassion, humility, and sensitivity.


Therapeutic Methods:

 

  • Trauma-Informed Therapy

  • Restoration Therapy

  • Emotion Focused Therapy

  • Brief Solution Focused Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Experiential Therapy

License
  • Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapy #149769

  • Supervised by Dr. Harry Motro, LMFT #53452

  • Employed by New Path Couples Therapy Inc.

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