About Me
Henri Nouwen describes hospitality as, “...primarily the creation of a free space where the stranger can enter and become a friend…Hospitality is not to change people, but to offer them space where change can take place.” I approach spiritual direction as a form of hospitality, a place to help you open up your heart and soul to the hospitality of God. My desire is not to change you, but to listen with you for the Holy Spirit’s invitations and promptings for greater intimacy, connection, healing, and well being. One of my favorite quotes is by Zora Neale Hurston, “Love makes your soul crawl out from its hiding place.” I think that quote beautifully captures the work of the Holy Spirit in direction. The Spirit woos your soul to come out of hiding and into the truth of who you are before a God who lavishly loves you.
Some tidbits about my life: I’ve been married since 2000 and have two daughters, one of whom has special needs, both of whom I homeschool (one of the most exhausting, but fulfilling joys of my life). I consider myself an amateur naturalist in that I love all things related to nature, enjoy exploring the great outdoors, and then journaling my nature surprises. Need to name a cloud formation or local bird? Then, I’m your gal! I’m an early 20th Century British literature lover and an all around Anglophile. Additionally, I love to putter with various art techniques/mediums to create work that only a mother could love. And I do believe that laughter is the best medicine.
I received my MA in Christian Apologetics from Biola University in 2005 and my MA in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care from the Institute of Spiritual Formation, Talbot Seminary in 2015. My husband is an artist, my sister is a writer, and other family members are in the entertainment industry. Thus, I have a heart for creatives as well as for parents (especially those with atypical /neurodivergent children), and women.
Contact
Email:
