What Is Integrative Spiritual Coaching?​

I use the word "spiritual" to refer to your ultimate story of meaning, identity, purpose, and worldview. For some, these may be completely free from religion, metaphysics, or philosophy, for others, these life elements are embedded in or are reflective of spiritual systems and traditions. All approaches are welcome, but I do not work with life issues independent of these core life elements.

 

In my work there is no experience that can be treated in isolation of your total self, life path, and evolving worldview. In my work the "issue" is rarely the issue, and I am always keen to explore how our changes, challenges, and "problems" can help to feel more whole, more free, or to serve our path of greater connection to self, life, and Spirit.

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Meaning, purpose, self-knowing, and emotional freedom are all keys to my work, and I draw from an inclusive and expansive approach to "spirituality", which can serve anyone from an atheist to a person of deep religious faith.

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If you are involved with a spiritual practice, tradition or deep process of growth, I have extensive experience as a companion and guide to help.

 

 

What types of issues can we address?​

I see people regarding nearly all the types of issues you might expect to take to a therapist, life or executive coach, or spiritual guide. I tend to draw limit where people require a more traditional bio-medical approach, a more research based perspective,

or a psychological background with a strong focus on mental health issues involving complex trauma.

 

I have a network of providers and organizations I refer to and collaborate with. 

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​Does he has a special focus or area of work?

I am comfortable and experience with a wide range of "issue" types, and what makes my work unique is my approach and willingness to integrate complimentary and spiritual practices, such as guided imagery, past life regression, ceremony, nature based experiences and more. Just ask.

 

In terms of topics I love to help with and have a lot of experience with: 

Relationship coping and change

Leadership development

Spiritual growth and healing

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What types of clients and issues are not suited for my work?

If your primary focus is to find support to address a serious, debilitating complex trauma, or an ongoing mental health condition, this may not be a fit for you. I do work with trauma survivors, I do address trauma, and I can support people with mental health conditions. However, when any of these issues are the main focus of your need for support, you will be much better in the care of a licensed, certified clinician or medical professional.

 

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What experience does Jonathan have?

To better understand Jonathan and his work please review his bio below or listen to some of his public talks online . Important highlight of his background, training, and experience include:

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- 25 year of experience working in one on one coaching & therapy, and facilitating healing groups

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- Special training in working with addictions, intergenerational trauma, psychological theory, shamanic-journey work/guided imagery, grief & loss, cross-cultural dynamics, nature-based therapy, Indigenous Models of Recovery, executive coaching

 

- Doctorate of Comparative Religion, Graduate Theological Foundation. Studies and research focused on spiritually based healing systems across cultures and traditions with a concentration in Indigenous Methods. Graduated with Distinction under the supervision of the esteemed scholar Ewert Cousins PhD.

 

- Masters Degree, Interdisciplinary Studies (Community Health Sciences, Nursing, Theology), University of Manitoba. Studies and research focused on spiritual counseling models, chaplaincy and a Holistic Healing model rooted Lakota Sioux Indigenous Tradition. Graduated summa cum laude under the supervision of Christopher Trott, PhD.

 

- Chaplaincy Training (CPE)

 

- Interfaith Ordination with One Spirit Seminary, NY. Concentration in Spiritual Counseling and Healing.

 

- Master Level Reiki Practitioner

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- Sangoma Initiation, Tshungani, SA, Venda, under Tshivengwa Ramaliba

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- Executive Coach training and mentorship with Mark Samuel @ IMPAQ Cooperation and with Talentism Executive Coaching

 

- Bachelors of Arts Honors Degree. Dual degree in Psychology and Comparative Religion. Honors thesis focused on Nondual Sates of Consciousness in Healing and Spiritual Traditions, with a Buddhist and First Nations concentration. Graduated with High Honors under the supervision of international bestselling scholar Ken Kang-nam Oh PhD

 

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What Does It Cost: Rates

Please contact me to discuss your goals and we can explore packages, sliding scales, and how best to meet your needs.

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Do You Take Insurance?

 

- I do not take insurance of any kind.

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Payments

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- I accept cash, Venmo, e-transfer, and credit cards ( no checks please)