Spiritual Direction
Spiritual direction is a reflective conversation that creates space to notice and attend to your inner spiritual life with honesty, curiosity, and care.
You are welcome to begin wherever you are.
Spiritual Direction is...
Spiritual direction is a space to slow down and pay attention to what is happening within your life, relationships, prayer, questions, longings, grief, transitions, or sense of God’s presence.
It is not about having someone tell you what to believe or what decisions to make.
A spiritual director listens alongside you with openness and care, helping you notice what may already be stirring beneath the surface of daily life.
People often come to spiritual direction when they are:
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feeling spiritually dry or disconnected
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navigating grief, transition, or uncertainty
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longing for deeper meaning or prayer
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wrestling with doubt or questions
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sensing change but unsure what it means
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wanting a regular space for reflection and discernment
You do not need to have everything figured out before beginning.
What happens in a session?
Sessions are usually simple and conversational.
You might talk about:
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experiences from daily life
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prayer or spiritual practices
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emotions or relationships
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questions, confusion, longing, or discernment
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places where you feel stuck, alive, unsettled, or invited
There may also be moments of quiet reflection or silence.
You do not need to prepare anything in advance.
“The pauses and invitations to think and pray were very helpful. I’m grateful.” — Bruce H.
Spiritual Direction is not...
Spiritual direction is not:
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therapy or mental health treatment
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advice-giving or life coaching
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problem-solving
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theological correction or evaluation
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pressure to believe a certain way
Instead, spiritual direction creates space for attentive listening, reflection, and discernment.
My approach
I offer a grounded, compassionate space where you can speak honestly about your spiritual life without pressure or performance.
I believe meaningful spiritual reflection often begins with slowing down, listening carefully, and making room for both clarity and uncertainty.
Answers to the most common questions
Do I need to belong to a church?
No. Spiritual direction is open to people from many backgrounds, including those who are unsure, questioning, exploring, or not connected to a church community.
Can spiritual direction happen online?
Yes. Sessions are available both online and in person.
How often do people meet?
Monthly sessions are most common, though frequency can vary depending on your needs and season of life.
What if I’m uncertain about my faith?
You are welcome exactly where you are. Spiritual direction creates space for honest questions, uncertainty, doubt, and exploration.
Is spiritual direction confidential?
Yes. Sessions are held in confidence, creating a space for openness and trust.