I earned my Masters at the Institute of Pastoral Studies, Loyola University Chicago. The Jesuits have been training spiritual directors for close to 500 years. As a chaplain and spiritual director, I have observed that each person’s needs are different but everyone has spiritual needs. My years working with clergy, therapists, lay leaders, health care providers, business professionals, artists and the dying have given me insight into the many facets of human experience. Whether you are a seeker exploring the meaning of life or a leader in your faith community—whoever you are—I offer the gift of deep listening.
Training:
M.A. Pastoral Studies/Spiritual Direction
Certificate in Biblical Studies
Clinical Pastoral Education Hospice Care/Hospice Chaplain for 3 years
Special interest in the history of prayer, directing the Ignatian Exercises, the Enneagram (certified instructor) and Bible Study.
Values and Beliefs:
I follow the ethical guidelines of Spiritual Director’s International being accountable to my own spiritual director and participating in a peer supervision group. I am a member of my church and embrace a Christian orthodoxy best captured in the Nicene Creed. I honor all faith traditions in my practice including those who have none. Every journey is unique. I enjoy writing and have published with Relevant, Mysterious Ways, Christian Century, Suffering: The Stauros Notebook, Spirituality & Health, and Spiritual Directors International Blog.
Articles:
Let the Desert Fathers Teach You How to Recharge
5 Gifts of Listening with Empathy