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). Together, you 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 language.

Who is it for?

People come to spiritual direction 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

You do not need to be certain, sorted or religious. Curiosity and honesty are enough.

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

You can always say if something does not feel helpful.

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. Attention to 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 or Lifeline on 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 can help you choose what fits.

Preparing for your first session

• Arrive a few minutes early, or test audio and video for online sessions.

• Bring a brief sense of what you would 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”, and 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 are welcome to book a single session and decide from there.

Arrange an appointment

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