Spirituality

Spirituality is an important and often overlooked part of psychological wellness. I love working with people of all faiths and spiritual traditions to explore the ways in which spiritual life enriches their mental health. I have studied contemplative spiritual practices with emphasis on Theravadan Buddhist traditions. I am particularly interested in the spiritual aspects of how we relate to death and dying, whether we are facing the loss of a loved one or our own mortality.

I enjoy working with clients around their spiritual needs and development. As a Reiki practitioner and someone that is personally interested in spirituality, I love walking beside people as they continue their spiritual growth. There is no right or wrong way to practice spirituality as long as it's benefiting you and not harming others. I also take a very grounded approach to spirituality and love working with people that are just starting to become interested in this aspect of their life.

My education and clinical experience includes working with people from all walks of life and have experienced all kinds of systemic challenges.I’m GREAT at doing a thorough clinical evaluation that considers YOUR healing, wellness, and spirituality on your terms, in your own words. I identify as a spiritual minority and am compassionate towards others who also identify this way.

My own unique journey through religion and spirituality has helped to inform my work in this area. People often come to me seeking clarity around their purpose and beliefs. It is typical for every human to want to understand and question their relationship to a higher power. I support people through this exploration process by helping them to ask important question and find the answers that are best for them.

"Spiritual Trauma is when someone hands you an inner critic and tells you it is the voice of God." - Hillary McBride I have extensive educational, theological, and relational training in issues pertaining to spirituality, and I am passionate about holding therapeutic space in the intersection of spirituality and mental health. I want to help others grieve the harm that may have been wielded against them in spaces of spirituality, especially in Christian belief systems.

Are you wrestling with mental health and faith? How do you bring faith into conquering anxiety? You want more than just symptom relief; you seek to cultivate a deeper sense of inner peace and emotional resilience that harmonizes with your faith. There's more to mental health than just "praying it away". I offer a compassionate, faith-integrated approach to counseling that focuses on both practical strategies and spiritual guidance. I also love working with those with different faith backgrounds.

I am, at my core, a non-denominational spiritual counselor. Whatever your belief system is, we can harness it to create meaning in your life. Ritual doesn't have to be dogmatic, scary, or even take itself too seriously. A ritual is simply a repetitious act created with a specific intention in mind. I help clients create rituals to bring them closer to spirit, moving them through guided visualization, movement practices & mindfulness to help them reach their goals.

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.

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.

Spiritual therapy allows clients to incorporate important beliefs and practices into their therapeutic journey. My clients range from religiously identified (as Christian, Mormon, Jewish, Muslim, etc) to woo-woo. I also help my clients who are recovering from harmful religious experiences untangle their life now from religious teachings and communities that shame you and stunt you from developing your own identity. If you are spiritually curious, this may be the right place for you!

Exploring beliefs and practices related to meaning, existence, and spiritual health and healing; enjoying a deeper felt connection with the spiritual dimension of one's life.

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.

In my practice, I integrate mindfulness, somatic practices, and client-centered exploration to honor the intersection of spirituality and the mind-body connection in sexuality. Through compassionate inquiry and tailored interventions, I help individuals cultivate awareness, acceptance, and connection with their bodies, enhancing their sexual well-being and overall sense of wholeness.

Life is inherently spiritual to humans as we wrestle to find meaning in our lives, whether or not we realize it; although we sure feel the symptoms of anxiety, numbness, anger, etc. when we do not find it. This could involve a search for fulfillment, a question of who we are and what we have to offer, how to live morally... The journey is not easy, as it concerns the very fabric of our beings; thankfully, we do not have to journey alone. Here as your wayfinder, let's explore.

Spirituality is considered an aspect of the human experience, and often as a tool to enhance resilience & a compass for navigating life. Having received my Masters with a specialization in Spiritual and Depth Psychology, coupled with additional specialized training in existential therapy and extensive knowledge in eastern philosophy, I can help you explore spiritual approaches that work for you in your own unique healing journey to ultimately help you live a more authentic and meaningful life.

I am passionate about helping folks who have experienced spiritual abuse/religious trauma, are deconstructing deeply held beliefs, or are not-so-simply trying to navigate life and its existential questions in a world full of systemic oppression. I understand first-hand how isolating and disenfranchised these types of experiences can be, and I know it can be even more difficult to find a safe place to seek help through the healing journey.

I understand how challenging it can be to struggle with your religion and religious experiences, especially if you live in an area where your spiritual beliefs are not the dominant religion. I work with individuals to explore their values and how that plays into their behaviors and lives. Spirituality is an important part of everyone's wellbeing, but it can look different for everyone. This is a safe space for you to explore what matters to you.