Spirituality

I believe that a holistic awareness of self includes how we understand our place in the universe. We all grapple with who we are and how to find meaning and purpose in life, whether we are atheist, agnostic, religious, recovering from religion trauma, spiritual, or somewhere in between. My graduate degree concentration was Mindfulness-based Transpersonal Counseling, and I aim to support you in exploring and defining your own sense of spirituality (or lack thereof) on your own terms.

I minored in religion while at Florida State University and I find that using someone's spiritual beliefs can be a strength in their recovery. Our belief system has an impact not only on our feelings and behaviors, but also on our thoughts, self-identity, and awareness. My hope is to help you focus in on your spiritual goals, by coming to terms with the past, gaining skills in the present, and visualizing a better tomorrow.

How you connect to yourself, love, nature, or an eternal being is often not discussed in therapy when in reality spirituality/religion can be just the thing we need to heal and cope from life experiences.

Navigating faith crises, deconstruction, or spiritual trauma is complex and deeply personal. As an LDS Christian from a mixed-faith family, I understand both the vocabulary and the cultural layers involved. In therapy, you’ll find a safe space to explore beliefs, address wounds, and reclaim your spiritual path. Together, we’ll honor your journey, navigating the complexities with respect for your own authority, so you can find clarity and peace in a way that feels true to you.

Spirituality is not synonymous with religion. It is the intentional practice of conscious awareness that our existence transcends our physical body, influencing all that surrounds us. Growing as spiritual beings leads us to open our mind and heart to trust our intuitive wisdom that our body sensations gift us daily, so that we may be in constant connection with our true purpose in order to thrive in all that we are and do. I support clients in exploring their individual spirituality.

During our time together, we will explore beliefs and practices related to meaning, existence, and spiritual health and healing. I often speak about spirituality in terms of the Universe and our connection to ourselves and the connection to something larger than ourselves. I will support you in exploring what your unique sense of spirituality means to you.

Spirituality is an issue I have had the pleasure of treating, dating back to my time at Abilene Christian University. It is a concept often overlooked and one that I seek to synthesize with the mental health world by allowing my patients to examine themselves as beings who can acknowledge a higher power and simultaneously recognize that they have agency in this world to activate positive change. The use of religious materials is welcomed by me to my patients should they desire to use them.

Spiritual beliefs, experiences, practices, processes, and concerns as they relate to life transitions and identity issues.

I view spirituality as a source of strength and hope; an avenue to experiencing a greater sense of connection, acceptance and belonging; a means to opening oneself in safety and with appreciation to this mysterious sense of self-awareness we have and the ability to know beauty, harmony and peace, even while navigating life's ups and downs. Spirituality is the gift of meaningfulness and contentment that we enjoy or long for continually as we experience this miracle called life.

I consider myself a spiritual being living a human experience. I believe sitting with humanity is sacred and very much an honor. I chose to take spirituality in counseling, and a course in dreamwork while in graduate school and am passionate about spirituality. I don't consider myself an expert, just another human walking the path and I enjoy still learning about things about myself on my own journey.

Many clients report feeling more connected to themselves when they feel more connected to their spirituality. I enjoy working with people who find their spirituality is important to them. I explore these beliefs with clients, and include them in their treatment, when clients feel it useful. My background is especially suited for people who subscribe to eastern spiritual beliefs, but I can also work with those aligned with western beliefs.

Life is often inherently spiritual to humans as we wrestle to find meaning in our lives, whether or not we realize it. This could involve a search for fulfillment in life, an existential question of who we are and what we have to offer to others, how to live morally, and so on. The journey is not easy, as it concerns the very fabric of our beings; thankfully, we do not have to journey alone.

I approach spirituality from a psychospiritual perspective, combining skills I have learned as a Spiritual Director, Psychotherapist and Coach. I believe in multi-spiritual awareness and where I fall short on knowledge about a particular belief or faith, I am open to learning from you.

Your faith can be a powerful tool for healing and growth, especially in your relationships. I offer a safe space to explore how your Christian values can guide you in creating healthier connections—with yourself, others, and God. Together, we’ll integrate Biblical principles to address life’s challenges, strengthen your spiritual foundation, and align your relationships with God’s purpose for your life.

From a depth psychological orientation spirituality is considered a core ingredient of overall well being. When we are disconnected from our own spiritual center, however that is defined by each of us, we can be more vulnerable to emotional instability, addiction, and depression. While I do not push any particular spiritual agenda, I do invite you to become curious about the spiritual dimension of your life, and how this represent a vital internal resource.

I am a certified religious trauma specialist. I help people heal after adverse religious experiences, as well as assist those who are questioning their belief system or have left a harmful religious group.

I have a long-held interest in working in the area of spirituality and enjoy working with clients who are well-established in their own spiritual journeys or those who may have trouble connecting with this part of their lives for varying reasons.