Spiritual direction in Perth (In person and online)

Spiritual direction in Perth (and online): a quiet, confidential hour to notice your life and discern what matters – in language that fits you.

What is spiritual direction?

Spiritual direction is a reflective conversation with a spiritual companion (director). We pay attention to your inner life and the deeper currents of meaning as you understand them. You might speak of God, Spirit, grace, values, purpose, or presence—we follow your words.

Who is it for?

People come when they want to:

• make sense of change, loss, or transition

• deepen prayer or contemplative practice

• explore meaning without pressure to “believe the right things”

• sit with restlessness, doubt, or longing

• discern next steps in life, relationships, or vocation

What happens in a session?

Across 60 minutes, we will:

• slow down and arrive

• listen closely to your story and experience

• notice patterns, desires, resistances, and invitations

• ask gentle questions rather than give advice

• include silence or prayer if you wish

• name small, realistic next steps

How we work together

• Your pace. We follow what feels safe and timely for you.

• Your language. Religious, spiritual, or secular—your words lead.

• Confidentiality. Conversations are private. We may disclose information only if required by law or if we believe there is a serious risk of harm.

• Trauma-informed. Care for body, nervous system, and boundaries.

• Professional practice. Ongoing supervision and formation underpin the work.

Spiritual direction is not crisis support or clinical treatment. If you need urgent help, please contact local emergency services or a crisis line. In Australia, call 000; Lifeline 13 11 14.

Practicalities

• Format: in person (Nedlands, Perth) or online by secure, encrypted video

• Length: 60 minutes

• Frequency: typically monthly; adjusted to need

• Fees: sliding scale (see Fees & Safeguarding)

• Accessibility: online sessions support regional WA and people with disability—please share any access needs

Spiritual direction, counselling, or supervision?

• Spiritual direction focuses on meaning, presence, and discernment in your life as a whole.

• Counselling addresses mental health and relational concerns with practical strategies.

• Professional supervision supports ethical, reflective practice for practitioners (counsellors, spiritual directors, clergy, chaplains).
  You can engage in more than one at different times; we’ll help you choose what fits.

Preparing for your first session

• Arrive a few minutes early (or test audio/video).

• Bring a brief sense of what you’d like to explore.

• You can pause, decline a question, or ask for silence at any time.

FAQs

Do I have to be religious?
No. Many directees are religious; many are “spiritual but not religious”; some are secular. We meet you where you are.

Will you tell me what to do?
No. We listen with you, ask questions, and help you notice what rings true.

Can I try one session first?
Yes. You’re welcome to book a single session and decide from there.

Sessions available in person (Nedlands) or online by secure, encrypted video.