Very few of us were drawn to spiritual work because we wanted to run a business. However, once we start seeing clients, running groups, or selling products, it quickly becomes clear that the necessities of business have wiggled their way into our lives…

Over the years, I’ve gotten 4 recurring questions from spiritual directors who are eager to improve and grow their practice. Here, I share my answers to each of these questions…

If you’ve ever felt inadequate as a spiritual director, you’re not alone: imposter syndrome is a hallmark of our vocation. It becomes problematic we act out of a fear of inadequacy, preventing ourselves from taking risks in our work...

By inviting clients into the here-and-now of a conversation, we help guide their attention inward. We invite them to become present to what’s unfolding in the moment. Here’s how we find the here-and-now in session…

The mind likes concepts. The heart loves images. A heart-based conversation gets activated by creativity, by images, by out-of-the box explorations. I invite you to explore an image with me here, and see what it stirs in your heart: picture a pilot light…

In my years as a spiritual director and supervisor, here’s one of the most important things I’ve learned: So much of what makes for a good spiritual direction session comes down to following feelings rather than mere information. This distinction sounds obvious - we all know the difference…

The number one question I’ve heard from people trying to make a go of a spiritual direction practice is, “How do I get more clients?” How do navigate this tricky terrain, of inviting clients to work with us in a way that has integrity?

It takes a unique and sophisticated skillset to join and guide others spirituality. But the #1 misconception about spiritual guidance work is that our skills are what make all the difference in reaching clients. Here’s the higher-level truth: mindset trumps skillset…

Who’s on your Mount Rushmore? Here’s the interesting thing about the people you admire: You wouldn’t notice them if you didn’t already possess some of what you admire in them…

It’s so easy for us to forget, in the midst of our genuine desire to be helpful spiritual guides, that we are not working alone. Functional atheism arises in that moment when I feel the weight of “it’s all up to me.” Here’s the pattern I’ve seen, and how we relax into, and be guided by, a Power that is greater than ourselves…

In this video, I share how to create a system that anchors your practice and holds your clients. We explore what happens when a system is and is not supporting your practice, and I introduce you to my Spiritual Direction 3 X 3 Blueprint.

In this video, I share the backstory of how I got to where I am today. I share my main struggles, and a few of the epiphanies, that are woven into my unique approach to spiritual direction. I also share what I believe are the 4 keys elements needed in a vibrant spiritual direction practice.