What exactly is Spiritual Direction?

About

I like to describe Spiritual Direction (SD) as a relational practice in which a trained spiritual director listens attentively to and companions respectfully with someone who desires to explore their relationship with God.

How does Spiritual Direction compare to Therapy?

Both SD and Therapy offer you the opportunity to explore your relationship with yourself and others with the anticipation of greater clarity and healing.

Similarities between SD and Therapy:

Confidentiality
Reflective Listening
Devoted Attention

Differences between SD and Therapy:

Motivations
- For therapy- a life crisis or trauma
- For SD- desire to explore one's spiritual life
In Session Objectives
- For therapy- appropriate interventions
- For SD- active listening and reflection

Professional Training

Certificate of Spiritual Direction

Selah Center for Spiritual Formation 2016

Certificate in Ignatian Spirituality

Ambernest Ignatian Spirituality Program 2024

Spiritual Direction Offerings

Monthly Individual Sessions: Fee-$50 per session
Guidance through the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises which includes daily prayer/meditation and weekly meetings with a spiritual director over nine months Fee- $120 per month

Please click the link below for an introductory description of the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjB17f60MLI