Every journey is unique.
We hope Chung Huong Institute (CHI) can be a place
Where you can find the tools you need
To open your heart and mind
And thrive in your life.
Torrie Ruiz
4 months ago
I have had a very positive experience with Chung Huong Institute. The virtual private group lessons provide a thoughtful space for reflection and personal growth, and each session is approached with care, intention, and professionalism.
The teachings and contemplative practices have helped me become more mindful, grounded, and intentional in both my personal and professional life. I appreciate the welcoming environment and the opportunity to engage in meaningful reflection while learning practical techniques that I can continue using on my own.
I highly recommend Chung Huong Institute to anyone seeking authentic guidance, contemplative practice, and a supportive learning environment.
P J
4 months ago
I have been doing a weekly meditation workshop with CHI for several months. In the past, I have tried different apps and meditation groups, but I haven't been successful. This experience is different. The way our facilitator talks about meditation is different, and many of the guiding ideas she has shared resonate for me in a way others have not. I don't know how to explain it, but this guidance makes more sense. Our facilitator is kind, calming, intelligent, articulate, and consistent, with a deeply gentle firmness. I have been able to keep myself on a daily meditation schedule for quite a while with her help. I plan to continue with CHI and hope to visit in person soon.
Jetaun Bailey
7 months ago
Sucandra, I would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to present to my graduate Assessment class on the topic of assessing spirituality in the counseling process. Your presentation offered students an important perspective on how spirituality can be thoughtfully and ethically explored as part of understanding the whole person in counseling.
You helped highlight that assessment extends beyond formal instruments and diagnostic measures. It also involves recognizing the beliefs, values, and spiritual frameworks that often shape how clients interpret their life experiences, cope with challenges, and find meaning. Your insights helped counselors in training better appreciate how spirituality can be integrated into assessment in a respectful and clinically appropriate way.
I truly appreciate your willingness to share your expertise with my students. Your contribution enriched their learning and supported their development as more holistic and culturally responsive counselors.
Jamey Parker
10 months ago
The compassion training truly transformed my life. Thank you, Sucandra and the rest of the C.H.I. team!!
Shelby Milhoan
12 months ago
The Chung Huong Institute is the place to go to study compassion and mindfulness. I took the Cultivating Compassion Training, and it was spectacular. The facilitators shared so much wisdom that I was able to utilize for my own personal growth, in my private practice, and with my students. Thank you for all that you do!
Alice Wilwalk
1 year ago
I took the compassion training course last year and it has completely transformed my life. I’ve never seen a Buddhist nun be so embodied in work that bridges contemplation, meditation, common humanity, and science. As a PT, I found myself in better relationship with my patients, happier in life, and my family is more peaceful. I would have never guessed this was possible. Thank you CHI. Can’t wait for next year’s refresher!
B C M
1 year ago
Thank you, Sucandra, for such grounding and grounded sessions, for your peace and warmth, and generosity. May more meditations continue with your voice.
JoAnna Christopher
1 year ago
Attending meditation classes with Sucandra has been an immensely fruitful experience for me. Through her guidance, I have developed a deeper ability to obtain equanimity amid paradox and complexity, learning to hold opposing experiences with balance and openness. The classes encouraged me to explore the nature of my mind with both compassion and curiosity, fostering self-awareness without judgment. I also deeply appreciate that Sucandra embodies a legitimate and authentic approach to meditation, as she is well-rooted in both Western and Eastern traditions and scholarship, pursuing a PhD that bridges these worlds thoughtfully. This integration enriches her teaching and makes her guidance both accessible and profound. Overall, her classes have been transformative in helping me cultivate a stable, compassionate presence within the dynamic nature of my mind and experience.
Matt Bowman
1 year ago
I’ve struggled to establish a consistent meditation practice for years, but the instruction I’ve received at CHI has truly made the difference. The small class setting allowed for personal attention, and the instructor helped me tailor a program that fits my individual needs and lifestyle. I’m also grateful for the friendships I’ve formed through the class—it’s wonderful to connect with others who share the same interest. Thanks to CHI, I now feel part of a supportive and inspiring community, and meditation has finally become a regular part of my life.
Chelsea De Aguiar
1 year ago
CHI’s meditation classes have brought so much peace into my life. Our teachers guidance is full of compassion and insight, and she creates a beautiful community that feels like home. I am deeply thankful for this space.
Marie Collins
1 year ago
The trainings offered here are incredibly thoughtful and impactful! As a therapist, I found their training on cultivating compassion deeply valuable, not only for the work I do with clients but also within my community and for my own personal growth. I’m so grateful for these meaningful learnings and the way they continue to inspire both my practice and self-care.