Kate Madden Yee
Spiritual Director
Welcome to Deep Witness
At times we need a companion to share both our blessings and our burdens. Spiritual direction -- or spiritual companionship -- is a way to get support for holding our gifts and challenges and discerning the presence of the Divine in our lives.
I offer compassionate witness as you deepen your relationship with Spirit. Whether you have been a person of faith for a long time, are in a season of doubt, or are coming into a new awareness of the Holy, regardless of your tradition or creed I can accompany you on your path.
About
I hold a Certificate in the Art of Spiritual Direction from San Francisco Theological Seminary (SFTS)
at the University of Redlands Graduate School of Theology. I am a member in good standing of Spiritual Directors International.
I provide support to those who desire to explore and expand their spiritual lives. My focus areas include healing from restrictive religious frameworks, addiction and recovery, and unpacking White privilege and seeking racial justice. Bearing witness to your journey is my joy.
What is spiritual direction, anyway?
Take a look at these articles I've written for the magazine Spirituality & Health for more of a sense of what spiritual direction is: What Is Spiritual Direction? and Examen Practice: Following the Thread.
Spiritual Direction is a self-care modality for people who are basically emotionally healthy, functioning effectively, and want to pay attention to their spiritual life and connection with the Divine.
It is an ongoing relationship between the director and the "directee." Either person can bring the relationship to an end at any time. Some, or all, of the direction may be conducted by telephone or online.
Spiritual direction is a confidential relationship and the director agrees to keep all information strictly confidential, except in those situations in which such confidentiality would violate the law or could jeopardize the safety of the directee or others. NOTE: It is customary for spiritual directors to check in regularly with a supervisor consultant. I may share about your session (without using your name) with my consulting supervisor.
ALSO OF NOTE: Spiritual direction is not therapy, counseling, mental health care, or treatment for substance abuse. The director is not functioning as a licensed mental health professional and spiritual direction is not intended as a replacement for counseling, psychiatric interventions, treatment for mental illness, recovery from past abuse, professional medical advice, financial assistance, legal counsel, or other professional services. Spiritual directors are not licensed by any governing body.
What to expect
I offer an initial free 30 minute consultation so that we can get a sense of whether working together would be beneficial.
Direction sessions last 60 minutes and are scheduled four to six weeks apart. There is no predetermined length of commitment. Either party can discontinue the arrangement at any time.
Directees bring to the session a thought, a question, or a concern that relates to their spiritual life. We practice both silence and active listening throughout our time together.
Fees
Session fees are based on a sliding scale of $50 to $75, payable via PayPal or Venmo within 24 hours after the session has ended.
Except in unusual circumstances, cancellations must be given no less than 12 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time, via email (kmaddyee@gmail.com). Late cancellations or no-shows will be charged the full session fee.
Testimonials
Kate has brought clarity and grace to my spiritual journey. I look forward to meeting with her because she is able to take both my broken pieces and my celebrations and help me see how God is at work in my life.
-- Julia
Working with Kate has helped me unlearn old ways of relating to the Divine. Our sessions invite me to listen to the movements of Spirit in my life and to remember that I am not alone in this messy, awe-filled, loving spiritual journey.
-- Serena
I have had the privilege of meeting with Kate for spiritual companionship during a very tumultuous time in my life. She has helped me develop a closer relationship with my higher power and to find the words and images that articulate what and who god is to me. I highly recommend working with her.
-- Courtney