Daniel T. Hembree, Ph.D.

Dr. Daniel T. Hembree is Co-Founder of The Healing Tree: Wellness Resources for Spiritual Care Leaders, where he brings more than thirty years of experience in pastoral care, counseling, theological education, and leadership development. His lifelong commitment to nurturing those who serve others strengthens The Healing Tree's mission of supporting the inner lives of spiritual care leaders.

Dr. Hembree currently serves as Dean and Associate Professor of Pastoral Care, Counseling, and Theology at Dickerson-Green Theological Seminary and as pastor of the historic John Wesley United Methodist Church in Greenville, South Carolina. Throughout his career, he has served in higher education, congregational ministry, and leadership formation, helping students, clergy, and community leaders cultivate lives of compassion, integrity, and service.

His distinguished academic career has included leadership and teaching roles at Claflin University, Emory University's Candler School of Theology, Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Northwestern University, the University of South Carolina, and Martin University. These experiences have shaped his understanding of the unique challenges faced by those whose vocation is caring for the human spirit.

Dr. Hembree earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Anthropology from the University of Michigan, a Master of Divinity from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, a Graduate Certificate in African Studies, and a Ph.D. in Religion, Society, and Personality from Northwestern University. His scholarship and leadership continue to emphasize pastoral care, spiritual formation, counseling, and the flourishing of individuals and communities.

At The Healing Tree, Dr. Hembree helps shape the organization's vision through his experience as an educator, pastor, counselor, and mentor. He is committed to creating thoughtful spaces where spiritual care leaders can reflect on their experiences, strengthen their inner lives, and continue serving with wisdom, compassion, and hope.

"Those who devote their lives to caring for others deserve spaces where they, too, can be heard, encouraged, and cared for."

"Restoring the one who restores others is among the most important acts of care we can offer."