Spiritual Care

In ancient times, people understood the importance of tending holistically to one’s mind, body, and spirit. As time evolved, we separated these interrelated aspects of our being. Today, we have medical practitioners and mental health experts to meet the needs of our minds and bodies. But what about our spirit?

Human beings, regardless of culture or religion, have core spiritual needs. These include connection, community, self-worth, self-esteem, hope, peace, meaning, to love and be loved, reconciliation, and forgiveness. We also have a natural tendency to make meaning from our experiences. Spirituality is the dimension of life that reflects these needs.

Sometimes we encounter difficult experiences that bring these issues to the surface. When this happens, our spiritual health may be affected. We may rely on family, friends, and trusted mentors. Sometimes we may wish to work with a trained professional to support us in making meaning from our experiences. I support people in making meaning from life experiences, regardless of whether one is religious or not.