Directory of Spiritual Directors

Sandra Sutton Andrews, PhD, CSD: sandra.sutton@gmail.com

Labyrinth facilitator and founder of a gallery that includes artists from all walks of life, Sandy welcomes those of any tradition/spiritual path, including spiritual-but-not-religious.

Pamela Bell, CSD: pamela.c.bell1@gmail.com

Pamela is a skilled listener and is ready to help you to discern what your spiritual path can be.

Kim de Beus, CSD: krdebeus@gmail.com

Rilke says, “Live the questions.” Here’s a couple. Are you aware ordinary life holds an extraordinary Mystery? Are you able to make sense of such invitations? Do you desire a space where inner exploration is welcomed and cherished? If so, perhaps we can sit together and explore. 

Ron Friesen, CSD: ron.friesen48@gmail.com

It is my desire to journey to explore the God within each of us, regardless of faith tradition. This belief has drawn me to spiritual companioning with those who are exploring where the Divine may be working in their lives.

Brita Hammit, MA, CSD: brita@pinkshoesministries.me

Brita Hammit is an energetic leader with a passion for transforming ordinary experiences into opportunities for discovery, celebration and growth. Brita creates space for others to discover God’s presence in their lives by providing spiritual companionship, retreats, workshops and small group gatherings for women.

Jean Hausmann, CSD: jean@jeanhausmann.com

A retired teacher, Jean is a graduate of the Living School at the Center for Action and Contemplation and of CFDM. Jean’s training is in 12 Step spirituality, the Christian contemplative wisdom tradition, and the 4th way.

Ann Hott, CSD: Ann.hott9@gmail.com

Walking with others is a privilege, a faith practice and joy for Ann. Her journey includes centering prayer, scripture, Ignatian, Benedictine and 12-step spirituality.

Gene Meiergerd, RN, MS, CSD: genesomatic@gmail.com

After a career as a registered nurse, massage therapist, and certified in Degriefing Modality, Gene now companions anyone on their spiritual journey with special interest in helping veterans.

Sally Niles, CSD: sally.niles@cox.net

I am a child of God. I believe in and follow Jesus’ teachings and share his way of love with others in our world. It brings peace and restoration. I am called by God to walk alongside those who need healing of hurts and long for rest, relaxation, and peace in their daily lives.

Holly Richardson, CSD: richhols22@hotmail.com

Through her own spiritual journey, Holly has studied and worked in many different denominations and cultures, and is currently working as a Director of Discipleship Ministries. She is honored and happiest when she has the opportunity to sit with anyone who is working to deepen and expand their relationship with God, Higher Power, Spirit.

Ruth Schmid, RN, CSD: ruthannetteschmid@gmail.com

Ruth welcomes you to a compassionate, transformational journey. Her nursing and Chaplain careers focus on people from all walks of life, especially when they are facing illness, death and grief.

Mary Stone, MA, CSD: maryspeckerstone@gmail.com

Mary’s ground is Christian contemplation, influenced by Buddhist teaching and 12-step spirituality. She welcomes questions, doubt, and creative expression as doorways to the sacred, and uses poetry to help those she companions to explore the sayable and unsayable in our holy human experience.

Ria Tokkie, CSD: tokkieria@gmail.com

Ria focuses on inner healing and contemplative life. Ria is also a certified hospice volunteer who is very passionate about creating a sacred space for people with life limiting illness and their grieving families.

Joyce Vidal-Thornburg, MA, CT, CSD: jvidal460@gmail.com

Joyce is the Executive Director for CFDM Arizona and a professional grief counselor currently working with Hospice of the Valley. She has a private practice as a grief counselor, a spiritual director and supervisor.

Linda M. Williams, PhD, CSD: IMISpirituality@aol.com

Linda earned her PhD with a focus on ethics and social justice. Her specialties include life transitions, second half of life spirituality, contemplative living and presence.

Delpha Wright, MSW, CSD: delphaw@icloud.com

Delpha’s lifelong spiritual search has included participation in both Sufi and Buddhist traditions, in addition to her worship in the Christian church. A former psychotherapist, she specialized in substance abuse and related issues.