Spiritual direction is for anyone who wants to grow in awareness of God’s presence and activity in their life. It is not only for ministers, seminary students, or people who feel “extra spiritual.” It is for ordinary people in all walks of life who desire to grow in their relationship with God.

It can also be a safe place for those carrying wounds from the church, wrestling with questions, walking through deconstruction or reconstruction, feeling frustration with God, or even wondering if they believe at all. It is a space where your story can be heard without judgment, and where together we can listen for how God might be present even in the midst of pain or uncertainty.

People come to spiritual direction in many different seasons: times of clarity and joy, times of confusion or transition, and times of doubt or spiritual dryness. You may be discerning a major decision, longing for a deeper prayer life, seeking God’s guidance in your vocation, or simply wanting a regular space to slow down and listen.

Whatever your circumstances, it offers a place to listen, reflect, and respond to God’s presence and leading in your life.

In a spiritual direction session, you and I will come together in a sacred and confidential space. Typically we will begin the session with a reading of Scripture to focus our heart, a centering prayer to calm our mind, and a time of silence to receive what Holy Spirit might present us. You will have the opportunity to share your experiences, doubts, questions, and desires related to your faith and spiritual journey. I will attentively listen to you, holding space for safe and honest exploration. I might ask questions or make clarifying reflections based on what you share. Together, we will engage in dialogue that seeks to discern the promptings of Holy Spirit and gain insight into your spiritual path. We may also occasionally pause for silence or prayer. We will conclude with a summary of our time together, followed by a closing prayer.

The duration of the session is typically about an hour long. Each session is unique, tailored to your specific needs and spiritual aspirations. The intention is to nurture within you a flourishing relationship with God and help you discern how God is working in you, for you, and with you.

There is not just one way to become a spiritual director. People are called into this ministry from many different paths, but it always involves a season of intentional training and formation.

For me, that journey began while I was earning my Master of Divinity at Lipscomb University. During that time, I began meeting regularly with a spiritual director and experienced how life-giving this practice could be. I felt God inviting me to step into this work myself.

I went on to complete a two-year training program through Lipscomb’s Institute for Christian Spirituality. Afterward, I became a certified member of the Christ-centered Spiritual Direction Association (CSDA), a group that affirms qualified training and helps spiritual directors stay accountable to shared values and ethics.

Since then, I have continued to grow in this ministry, developing a private practice shaped by Ignatian spirituality. This is not just something I do, it is a way of life that keeps deepening as I walk alongside others in their life with God.

Spiritual direction is for anyone who desires to grow in awareness of God’s presence, no matter where they are on their faith journey. You might be deeply rooted in a faith tradition, in a season of questioning or deconstruction, exploring new beliefs, or simply curious about God. Whatever your background, it can be a meaningful space to listen, reflect, and grow.

My own practice is rooted in the Christian tradition and shaped by the way I listen, pray, and hold space. That said, spiritual direction is not about converting you or imposing beliefs. It is about creating an environment of openness, mutual respect, and honest conversation, a space where we can explore your spirituality together in ways that honor your story.

Over the years, I have been blessed to accompany people from a variety of backgrounds, and I have found that God often meets us in surprising and beautiful ways when we make space to listen.

Spiritual direction and counseling can both be powerful tools for growth, but they tend to focus on different parts of a person’s life.

In spiritual direction, the focus is on your relationship with God. It is a prayerful, reflective space where you can become more aware of God’s presence, explore how Holy Spirit may be leading, and grow in faith. A spiritual director listens deeply, asks thoughtful questions, and helps you notice what God might be saying in the everyday rhythms of life.

Counseling or therapy, on the other hand, focuses on mental and emotional well-being. A counselor is trained to help you address challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or relationship struggles. They use psychological methods and evidence-based practices to promote healing and personal growth.

You might think of counseling as focusing on mental and emotional health, and spiritual direction as focusing on your walk with God. While the two are different, they can also complement each other. Many people find it helpful to meet with both a counselor and a spiritual director, with one tending to emotional health and the other to spiritual life, as part of a holistic approach to well-being. Each plays a special role in helping you live with greater wholeness and deeper awareness of God’s presence.

Spiritual direction and discipleship both help people grow in their relationship with God, but they take different approaches.

In spiritual direction, the relationship is one of companionship. The spiritual director listens deeply and prayerfully, creating a safe space for you to notice God’s presence and guidance in your life. The focus is not on giving answers or assigning a plan, but on helping you discern where God might be leading and how you might respond.

Discipleship, on the other hand, is often more like a mentoring relationship. A mature believer helps someone newer in the faith grow in their understanding of Scripture, Christian teaching, and how to live out the way of Jesus. It often involves instruction, study, and accountability, with the goal of learning to follow Christ more closely in everyday life.

Both are valuable. Discipleship helps you learn the faith and live it out; spiritual direction helps you slow down and listen for God’s voice in the midst of it all. Together, they can form a balanced rhythm of being both taught in the way of Jesus and personally attentive to God’s leading.

Typically, spiritual direction sessions are scheduled on a monthly basis. This interval allows for reflection, integration, and the discernment process to unfold naturally between sessions. However, I understand that each individual's spiritual journey is unique, and there may be times when more frequent sessions are beneficial. If you find yourself in a season where you require additional discernment and support, we can arrange to meet more frequently to accommodate your needs.

Conversely, if you feel that meeting once a month is not necessary or optimal for your current circumstances, we can be flexible and arrange sessions less frequently. The intention is to create a rhythm of spiritual companionship that aligns with your specific needs and preferences. Together, we can find a meeting frequency that best supports your spiritual growth and journey.

I offer spiritual direction sessions at a rate of $100 per session, however, I understand that cost can be a barrier for some individuals. If affordability is an issue, I am open to discussing a sliding scale arrangement that can better accommodate your financial circumstances. My aim is to make spiritual direction accessible and supportive for anyone seeking guidance on their spiritual journey. Please feel free to let me know if you have any specific concerns or requirements regarding pricing, and we can work together to find a suitable arrangement.

Confidentiality is a key part of the trust we build in spiritual direction. My hope is that you feel completely free to share your thoughts, questions, and experiences before God, knowing they will be held in prayer and not repeated elsewhere.

When we begin, we will create a covenant that covers practical details such as scheduling, payment, and session format. It also includes a shared commitment to confidentiality. In short, what you share in our sessions stays private unless you give me permission to share it.

There are a few rare exceptions required by law and by my ethical responsibility as a spiritual director. If I believe you may be in immediate danger of harming yourself or someone else, or if I suspect abuse of a child, elder, or dependent adult, I am required to report it to the proper authorities. Should this ever become necessary, I would do everything possible to handle the situation with care, sensitivity, and transparency.

Above all, I am committed to offering you a safe and sacred space where you can be honest about your spiritual journey, knowing that your story will be received with respect, prayer, and compassion.