What is Spiritual Direction?
Spiritual direction is an ongoing conversation where a Spiritual Director invites you notice and respond to how the Divine or Sacred (whatever that means to you) shows up in your life.
People who come to me for spiritual direction may be seeking
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Clarity and discernment
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Making sense of a decision, transition, or crossroads
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Discerning vocation, calling, next steps
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Deeper connection with the Sacred
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Noticing the presence of the Divine in everyday life
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Cultivating prayer, meditation, ritual, or nature-based practices
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Meaning and integration
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Weaving life experiences into a coherent spiritual story
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Integrating head, heart, body, and spirit
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Companionship and witness
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A safe, non-judgmental space to be seen and heard
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Gentle reflection and mirroring to notice patterns and invitations
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Healing and release
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Tending grief, disappointment, or spiritual dryness
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Unlearning fear, shame, or inherited beliefs that no longer fit
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Joy and gratitude
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Naming gifts, wonder, and aliveness
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Celebrating spiritual growth and milestones
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Resilience and grounding
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Practices for presence, regulation, and hope in uncertain times
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Returning to inner wisdom and trust
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Belonging and authenticity
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Permission to explore outside rigid frameworks or labels
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Living a spirituality that fits one’s life and values
Spiritual Direction takes place on a regular basis, over time. Meetings/Sessions usually last about 60 minutes and can happen by video call or in person. Generally, meetings take place once a month, unless you feel the need to meet more frequently.
A Spiritual Direction session is a safe, no pressure, non-dogmatic space where you can explore your own spiritual path with the support of a trained and compassionate companion—your Spiritual Director.
Every session is unique, and may include moments of mindful awareness, celebrating what brings you joy, releasing what no longer supports you, honoring your feelings and experiences, inviting curiosity, and listening to your inner wisdom.
My calling as a Spiritual Director is to be a mindful companion and guide who helps you see patterns and insights about the Sacred in your life. At your request, I can help you explore a variety of spiritual practices, traditions, poetry, journaling, music, art, meditation, connection with nature, and more.
Spiritual Direction is not a substitute for counseling, therapy, or medical treatment.
What I provide you as a Spiritual Director:
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Presence & Attention: As a Spiritual Director, I offer compassionate listening and mindful reflection in the context of a conversation that is held in person, or via videocall.
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Confidentiality: Everything shared in our sessions will remain confidential, except in cases where there is imminent danger of harm to yourself or others, or as required by law.
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Professional Boundaries: I will maintain appropriate professional boundaries and will not engage in dual relationships that could compromise the spiritual direction relationship.
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Continued Formation: I commit to ongoing spiritual formation, supervision, and professional development to serve you better.
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Respect: I honor your unique and personal spiritual path and will not impose my own beliefs, practices, or agendas upon you.
What I ask of Clients/Seekers:
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Commitment: Please plan to attend your scheduled sessions and give advance notice if you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment.
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Curiosity: We will slowly and safely explore in conversation your unique spiritual experiences, questions, struggles, and joys.
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Responsibility: Please understand that you are responsible for your own spiritual journey and the decisions you make. My role as a spiritual director is to support you as you navigate your own chosen path of spirituality.
Important Disclaimers
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Not Medical Advice: Spiritual direction is not a substitute for medical care, mental health treatment, or crisis intervention. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please contact a mental health professional or call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).
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Not Financial Advice: I do not provide financial, legal, or professional advice. Please consult appropriate professionals for these matters.
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Not Therapy or Counseling: While spiritual direction may touch on life challenges and emotions, it is distinct from pastoral counseling or psychotherapy.
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Religious Freedom: You are free to follow your own spiritual path and are not required to adopt any particular beliefs or practices.
Structure of Sessions
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Session Length: Sessions typically last 60 minutes.
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Frequency: Sessions generally take place on a monthly basis, unless otherwise requested by the seeker. Scheduling can take place at the end of each session, or via email to tamara@wildwisdomjourney.com
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Location/Format: Sessions can either be held in person in Norman, Oklahoma, or be held via video call on Google Meet.
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Fee: $65 per session. Please plan to pay within 24 hours after your session.
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Payment Methods: Venmo, PayPal, Cash
Cancellation Policy
Please provide as much notice as possible if you need to cancel or reschedule. No-shows may be charged a cancellation fee of $25.
Termination
Either party may end the spiritual direction relationship at any time, but a final session for closure for both Director and Seeker is encouraged. If I feel that your needs would be better served by another type of support (therapy, medical care, etc.), I will discuss this with you and provide appropriate referrals.
Accountability
If you ever have concerns about our work together, please bring them directly to me so we can address them together. Additionally, I participate in an accountability relationship with my spiritual direction supervisor, my instructors and mentors at Cherry Hill Seminary, as well as Spiritual Directors International.
Ethics & Professional Standards
Confidentiality Policy
Your privacy is sacred. All information shared in spiritual direction sessions is held in strict confidence. I will not share any details about our sessions with anyone without your written permission, except:
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When there is imminent risk of harm to yourself or others
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In cases of suspected abuse of children, elders, or vulnerable adults (as required by law)
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When required by court order
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In anonymous form during supervision for my professional development (no identifying information will be shared)
Code of Ethics
As a spiritual director, I adhere to the following ethical standards:
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Competence: I work within my scope of training and experience, and seek consultation when needed.
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Integrity: I maintain honesty and transparency in all professional interactions.
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Inclusivity: I celebrate and welcome seekers of all backgrounds, races, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities, and life circumstances.
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Boundary Awareness: I maintain appropriate professional boundaries and will not engage in romantic, sexual, or exploitative relationships with Seekers.
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Financial Transparency: Fees are communicated clearly upfront and are $65 per session, with a $25 no-show fee. I charge for this work to support my ongoing formation, supervision, and professional development, as well as meet basic needs. If you're experiencing financial difficulties, please contact me to arrange a sliding scale rate.
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Referral: When your needs exceed my competence or scope of practice, I will provide appropriate referrals.
Scope of Practice
Spiritual Direction IS:
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Accompaniment and companionship on your spiritual journey.
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A space for noticing the Sacred in your life
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Support for deepening your unique relationship with The Divine, however you define it.
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Exploration of the spiritual life and a wide variety of spiritual practices.
Spiritual Direction IS NOT:
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Psychotherapy or mental health treatment
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Medical diagnosis or treatment
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Financial or legal advice
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Crisis intervention
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Religious instruction or conversion
Supervision & Continuing Education
I am committed to ongoing professional development through:
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Regular supervision
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Continuing education in spiritual direction
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Personal spiritual practices and direction
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Membership in Spiritual Directors International.
Emergency Resources
If you are experiencing a crisis, please contact:
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Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
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Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO or HOLA to 741741
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Emergency Services: 911
If you’re looking for someone to walk beside you and support you as you navigate your spiritual journey, I would love to talk with you more.
If you are interested in doing spiritual direction work with me, you can book a free 30 minute introductory appointment.
If you have more questions about spiritual direction process, please feel free to email me at Tamara@WildWisdomJourney.org
I look forward to connecting with you!