Daniel Koch, MA, LMHCA
Doctoral Psychology Intern
(he/him)
About
Dan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate with a particular focus on the intersection of religion/spirituality and mental health. He is the creator of the Spiritual Harm and Abuse Scale (SHAS), a clinical tool designed to assess spiritually abusive experiences and their psychological impact. His therapeutic approach integrates cognitive and existential frameworks, offering support to individuals recovering from religious trauma, anxiety, depression, and more. Dan is deeply committed to helping clients navigate life's issues with empathy and evidence-based techniques.
Professional Interests
Religion/spirituality, anxiety, depression, trauma, cognitive-based therapy
Personal Wellness Strategies
Loud music, film & TV, and finding the best restaurants in Bellingham