I already had what I needed most.

I couldn’t imagine I’d be good at any of those things. I thought I was shy and hated public speaking. I pursued them for the simple reason that I couldn’t “not” pursue them. All I could do was follow the thread of my life – the call forward. I found that what I needed most I already had: an open, quiet presence; a gentle sense of humor; a love of poetry and the arts; a capacity for confidentiality; and an ability to help others calm their bodies and quiet their anxious minds so that they could access the Wisdom within.

Spiritual direction has helped me (and continues to help me).

I would not be where I am now had I not worked over the last decade with first, a life coach, and later, a spiritual director. I still meet with a spiritual director at least quarterly. Spiritual direction helps me be more attentive to where the Spirit may be moving or calling me forward, and provides both support to help me discern and accountability to help me step out and follow.

Other things that help me stay centered and grounded and attentive to God are my family, regular spiritual practice, time in nature, travel, quilting, and the arts.

Here’s what I offer.

I am located in Central New York, near Binghamton. I am available to lead individual or group spiritual direction for lay persons or clergy, as well as half or whole day retreats, in person or by phone, Skype or Zoom. I am also happy to consult with anyone who is developing a retreat or spiritually formative activities for their own church or group.

My more formal resume appears below.