WHAT WILL WE TALK ABOUT DURING MY PRIVATE SPIRITUAL DIRECTION SESSION?
You may find that we listen more than we talk. This time is for you to see, hear, and feel God’s activity in your life. However, we may talk about anything from your physical health or prayer life to the ordinary events from your everyday life. We may explore various prayer practices or simply make space for discernment as we listen for God. This is not a counseling or coaching session session; the focus will be on embracing God’s presence in your life right now.
ARE YOU A COUNSELOR?
No. I, Whitney, am trained as a spiritual director, retreat leader and yoga instructor. I have additional training as a somatic coach and energy practitioner. My role is in companioning and creating space to help you see and hear God's activity in your life. One purpose of your time is to notice God in the ordinary and the extraordinary of your everyday life and even in your own physical body. My personal testimony of facing multiple health crises including cancer, stroke and brain surgery by the age of 31 has equipped me to help others in connecting their own body, mind and spirit in this way. I hope to help you more clearly recognize God's activity in your life, seeking God's wisdom and counsel in an embodied way. It is important that we connect with and understand those whom we share our spiritual journey, to learn more about me, my theology, and my training, click here.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SPIRITUAL DIRECTION? WHAT IS THE POINT?
Our hope is that you will gain a better appreciation for care of your soul/self during your session. In the process, you may find health and wholeness in Christ, integrate spirituality more fully into your daily living, be able to understand and share your hopes, fears, joys and struggles in a safe space, explore new ways to connect with God, find comfort in silence, heal from wounds of the past, or discover more fully your true self.
WHO IS SPIRITUAL DIRECTION FOR?
All types of people! Whitney meets with pastors, stay-at-home parents, seminary students, empty nesters, business and ministry leaders, adult caregivers, and people just like you. Spiritual Direction is for everyone, no matter your stage of life or relationship with the church.
IS SPIRITUAL DIRECTION A SAFE PLACE FOR ME?
Our desire is that it is a safe place for you! Spiritual direction is a ministry of hospitality for the soul, I, Whitney, long to reflect this by offering ecumenical safe space that is welcoming and affirming to all, regardless of age, faith, race, gender, sexual orientation, or physical abilities.
WHAT DOES IT COST, WHERE WILL WE MEET, AND HOW OFTEN?
Individual private sessions are scheduled in one hour blocks and cost is $75 per session. Most individuals choose to meet with a spiritual director on a recurring monthly basis (and so that Whitney may best be serve you, only a limited number of sessions are available each month). The space and time between each session offers the fruit of noticing God in daily life. Our time together, serves as an opportunity to reflect and respond to God's activity in between. In-person sessions are scheduled in Lebanon, TN and on-line sessions are also available. All spiritual direction fees support the ministry of Exploring Peace. If cost is a barrier, please contact us.
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR A SESSION AND DO I HAVE TO "DO" YOGA OR ENERGY WORK?
Each session is designed for you. If you are interested in a more embodied session, then movement, breath work or exploration of energy could be part of our time together. Yoga and energy work are simply tools I offer for helping others listen with the gift of their body. All you need to do to prepare for a session is come with an open heart, open mind, and a willingness to explore the gift of God's peace in your own life.
You may find that we listen more than we talk. This time is for you to see, hear, and feel God’s activity in your life. However, we may talk about anything from your physical health or prayer life to the ordinary events from your everyday life. We may explore various prayer practices or simply make space for discernment as we listen for God. This is not a counseling or coaching session session; the focus will be on embracing God’s presence in your life right now.
ARE YOU A COUNSELOR?
No. I, Whitney, am trained as a spiritual director, retreat leader and yoga instructor. I have additional training as a somatic coach and energy practitioner. My role is in companioning and creating space to help you see and hear God's activity in your life. One purpose of your time is to notice God in the ordinary and the extraordinary of your everyday life and even in your own physical body. My personal testimony of facing multiple health crises including cancer, stroke and brain surgery by the age of 31 has equipped me to help others in connecting their own body, mind and spirit in this way. I hope to help you more clearly recognize God's activity in your life, seeking God's wisdom and counsel in an embodied way. It is important that we connect with and understand those whom we share our spiritual journey, to learn more about me, my theology, and my training, click here.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SPIRITUAL DIRECTION? WHAT IS THE POINT?
Our hope is that you will gain a better appreciation for care of your soul/self during your session. In the process, you may find health and wholeness in Christ, integrate spirituality more fully into your daily living, be able to understand and share your hopes, fears, joys and struggles in a safe space, explore new ways to connect with God, find comfort in silence, heal from wounds of the past, or discover more fully your true self.
WHO IS SPIRITUAL DIRECTION FOR?
All types of people! Whitney meets with pastors, stay-at-home parents, seminary students, empty nesters, business and ministry leaders, adult caregivers, and people just like you. Spiritual Direction is for everyone, no matter your stage of life or relationship with the church.
IS SPIRITUAL DIRECTION A SAFE PLACE FOR ME?
Our desire is that it is a safe place for you! Spiritual direction is a ministry of hospitality for the soul, I, Whitney, long to reflect this by offering ecumenical safe space that is welcoming and affirming to all, regardless of age, faith, race, gender, sexual orientation, or physical abilities.
WHAT DOES IT COST, WHERE WILL WE MEET, AND HOW OFTEN?
Individual private sessions are scheduled in one hour blocks and cost is $75 per session. Most individuals choose to meet with a spiritual director on a recurring monthly basis (and so that Whitney may best be serve you, only a limited number of sessions are available each month). The space and time between each session offers the fruit of noticing God in daily life. Our time together, serves as an opportunity to reflect and respond to God's activity in between. In-person sessions are scheduled in Lebanon, TN and on-line sessions are also available. All spiritual direction fees support the ministry of Exploring Peace. If cost is a barrier, please contact us.
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR A SESSION AND DO I HAVE TO "DO" YOGA OR ENERGY WORK?
Each session is designed for you. If you are interested in a more embodied session, then movement, breath work or exploration of energy could be part of our time together. Yoga and energy work are simply tools I offer for helping others listen with the gift of their body. All you need to do to prepare for a session is come with an open heart, open mind, and a willingness to explore the gift of God's peace in your own life.
