Catholic Spiritual direction

Deciding if spiritual direction is right for you involves reflecting on your desire for deeper growth in your relationship with God and your openness to monthly, honest discussions. Spiritual direction focuses on discerning God’s presence in your life and offers support and insights through a trained director. Pray for guidance and consider an initial session with me to see if it is the right fit.

Spiritual direction and counseling have different focuses and approaches. Spiritual direction is centered on deepening your relationship with Christ and the Catholic Church, and it involves a spiritual director who helps you become more available to God by evoking, expanding, validating, and deepening practices. On the other hand, counseling addresses psychological and emotional issues to improve mental health, and it is provided by licensed professionals with degrees in psychology or related fields. Although both spiritual direction and counseling can intersect because humans are body-soul persons, spiritual direction primarily focuses on spiritual growth, and counseling mainly focuses on mental and emotional well-being, which can affect your availability and capacity to grow in your relationship with God. If any topic is more suitable for counseling, I will suggest it.

I received my spiritual direction certificate through Divine Mercy University, where I was trained in the contemplative-evocative style of spiritual direction. This approach creates a sacred time and space to listen to God, evoke emotions, and prompt experiences that invite you into a deeper relationship with Christ and the Church. During our sessions, I will invite you to expand on what God is doing and stirring within you.

Each spiritual direction session is offered for a donation of $100. Typically, we wrap up around the fifty-minute mark to allow for any final thoughts and to conclude our time together comfortably. Your donation supports this 501(c)(3) non-profit ministry and increases the availability of spiritual direction to women like you.

It's important to understand that charging for spiritual direction differs from charging for prayer. As a certified spiritual director, I provide personalized guidance based on advanced education and experience. The fees reflect the time, expertise, and resources invested in this ministry. Like other professionals in the helping sciences, I need to sustain my ministry as a full-time spiritual director. The fee also signifies your commitment to your spiritual growth. This arrangement enables me to offer the best possible support, helping you deepen your relationship with God and grow in holiness.

Outside of the monthly spiritual direction session, I offer accountability check-in emails, reading suggestions, and access to guides, workbooks, and videos I have developed for your benefit and growth. This comprehensive support ensures you have the resources to continue your spiritual journey between our sessions.

I offer scholarships based on financial need, awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. These scholarships are available only if I have a donor base to cover the costs, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder anyone from accessing spiritual direction.

Choosing a spiritual director is a personal decision. If you're seeking personalized guidance, accountability, and resources to deepen your relationship with God, then spiritual direction with me might be a good fit. Feel free to explore my resources and schedule an initial session to see if we connect well.

We would typically meet for spiritual direction monthly to ensure regular and consistent progress in your spiritual journey. These sessions can be arranged via Zoom or telephone, providing flexibility to accommodate your schedule and personal preference.

When you choose me as your spiritual director, you can expect personalized guidance from someone who actively lives in a relationship with Christ and the Catholic Church. With my background and deep love for Christ and the Catholic Church, I am dedicated to helping you grow in holiness. I am not just a certified spiritual director; I am also on a path of growth, healing, and seeking joy. I will use my training in the contemplative-evocative style of spiritual direction to walk alongside you with empathy, compassion, and a commitment to what the Catholic Church intends by spiritual direction. I am here to provide the support and resources you need to deepen your relationship with God.

If we discern that spiritual direction is a good fit after your initial session, scheduling another session is straightforward. You can either arrange the next session directly with me at the end of your first session or reach out via email to schedule a convenient time. I will provide you with a link where you can select the day and time that works best for you and secure the session by submitting payment.