Spiritual Direction
Spiritual direction is the process by which one Christian joins another on their spiritual journey
to listen, encourage, ask questions, and notice the movements of God. It is an ongoing
sacred conversation about the deep work of the Trinity in your life.
- Have you ever read something in the Bible that made your heart explode with intrigue or amazement? I'd love to hear more about that.
- Do you long to deepen or heal your relationship with God? Let's explore what this might look like.
- Do you feel like you are wandering around in a Dark Night of the Soul? I'll wander with you.
- Ever wish you had someone you could process your faith and spiritual life with? I'm honored to hold a space for you.
- Want to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit as you face questions and confusing circumstances? I'll help you listen.
It’s as simple as that.
Think of it as sharing your spiritual journey with a friend who has a vested interest in helping you pay closer attention to the movements of God in your life.
Spiritual direction is a soul care ministry that is grounded in Scripture and has deep roots in church history, dating back to the 1st century. Today, spiritual direction is experiencing a revival as people seek to deepen their life with God.
My job as a spiritual director is to create an intentional and open space for you to reflect on your life, story, faith, questions, doubts, and how God works within it all. Think of me as a guide who asks intentional questions, and makes time for silence and deeper reflection.
We will not try to solve problems, achieve goals or outline strategies for “success.” Rather, we'll look at what God is doing within problems and life circumstances and how He draws us towards Himself through it all. The Holy Spirit is the true "Director" during our time together. If I feel prompted, I may make an occasional suggestion or introduce you to a book, podcast, prayer practice, or spiritual discipline that you might find helpful.
Outline of a session
- catching up + informal connection
- Opening silence, prayer, or guided meditation
- 45-60 minutes of conversation about any topic on your heart
- Occasional invitations to reflection, prayer and/or silence
- Closing silence + prayer
Topics We Can explore
- Spiritual suffering (spiritual dryness, dark night of the soul, etc.)
- Spiritual awakening or longing
- Practicing the Presence of God
- Spiritual disciplines
- Prayer life
- True self / false self
- Image of God
- Spiritual journey + story
- Identity formation
- Questions, doubts, or fears about God
- Faith crisis
Elements we can engage in
- Conversation + questions
- Scripture
- Silence
- Noticing feelings, thoughts + sensations
- Prayer (listening prayer, breath prayer, lament, centering prayer, etc.)
- Lectio Divina
- Art, writing, journaling
- Guided prayer + imaginative prayer
- Spiritual journey mapping
- Enneagram
- Walking + movement
Contact me to begin Spiritual Direction
Investment + Insurance
60-minute session: $160
Spiritual Direction is not a service that is covered by insurance
Scheduling
The frequency of Spiritual Direction sessions ranges from
monthly to quarterly, and as needed for check-ins
I am based in Fort Collins, CO and I offer virtual and
in-person Spiritual Direction sessions Monday - Wednesday
I offer Spiritual Direction to people across the country, regardless of state
Education + Credentials
Education
B.A. - University of Denver (Psychology)
M.A. - Denver Seminary (Clinical Counseling)
M.A. - Denver Seminary (Christian Formation & Soul Care)
Credentials
Adjunct Faculty, Denver Seminary
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC)
Training + Certification
Certified Level 1 Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)
Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapist (ART)
Internal Family Systems (IFS informed)
Questions? Email me - becky@beckyyoung.com