Daniel Gunn, LSW
Supervised by Annie Donahue, LCSW
I help adults who are deconstructing their faith, healing from religious trauma, or feeling lost after leaving high-control or rigid environments make sense of what they’ve experienced and rebuild a grounded sense of identity, meaning, and direction.
Many of the people I work with are in a process of deep internal change—not just questioning beliefs, but also navigating the emotional and relational impact of that shift. This can include feeling disconnected from family or community, struggling with guilt or fear, feeling uncertain about identity, or trying to rebuild life without the framework they once relied on. Others come in dealing with trauma, addiction recovery, or emotional overwhelm that feels harder to manage during or after these transitions.
I provide telehealth therapy throughout New Jersey for adults who want a space where they can explore these experiences honestly, without judgment, pressure, or expectation.
My Areas of Focus
Religious trauma & faith deconstruction
Identity confusion & life direction / transitions
Emotional overwhelm & chronic stress
Addiction & recovery
Relationship challenges & patterns
Trauma & past experiences
Spiritual abuse & faith transitions
My Approach
I take an integrative, solution-focused approach that blends practical tools with deeper exploration of emotional, relational, and spiritual patterns.
My work draws from:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Systems-based approaches
Solution-Focused Therapy
Mindfulness-based practices
I bring over 25 years of experience as a priest, educator, and counselor, which has given me a deep understanding of religious systems, spiritual transitions, and the emotional complexity of belief, identity, and meaning. I approach this work with respect for each person’s lived experience and the deeply personal nature of spiritual change.
A unique part of my perspective comes from beekeeping, which I often use as a quiet metaphor in therapy: when we slow down and stay present, we’re able to respond with more clarity and intention; when we’re overwhelmed or disconnected, life can feel reactive and chaotic. In our work together, we focus on building that steadiness so you can navigate change with more awareness and less internal struggle.
What It’s Like to Work with Me
Therapy with me is steady, collaborative, and paced around what feels manageable for you. I aim to create a space where you can slow down, step back from the intensity of what you’re carrying, and begin to untangle thoughts, emotions, and experiences that may feel confusing or overwhelming.
Many clients describe this work as one of the first places they feel free to question, reflect, and speak openly about their beliefs and experiences without fear of judgment. We move at your pace, focusing both on immediate emotional challenges and the deeper patterns shaping how you see yourself, others, and your sense of meaning.
My goal is for you to leave sessions feeling more grounded, clearer in your thinking, and more connected to what matters most to you—whatever that may look like as you continue to grow and change.
Credentials & Details
Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Supervised by Annie Donahue, LCSW
Therapy for individuals (18+), couples, and families in New Jersey
Accepted Insurance
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Amerihealth
Cigna
Horizon NJ Health Medicaid
Reaching out for support can feel especially difficult when you’re questioning long-held beliefs or rebuilding your sense of identity and meaning. You don’t need to have clarity before starting therapy. If you’re in a place of uncertainty, transition, or reflection, I offer a space where you can explore that at your own pace and begin to make sense of where you are and where you want to go next.
