PRIVACY AT SPIRITUAL DIRECTION

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Spiritual directors are ethically bound to confidentiality. This ensures that directees feel safe and are able to share their deepest feelings and most important life experiences. There are, however, some important exceptions to keep in mind.

• As an ordained minister, I am required by law to report any and all suspected child abuse, dependent adult or elder abuse. Under Illinois law I must notify the appropriate authorities immediately if and when I suspect a minor, dependent or elder is being abused.

• If a directee is threatening serious bodily harm to another person or persons, I must notify the police and the intended victim.

• If a directee is in danger of ending their life, I will ensure that directee receives emergency medical care.

My Code of Ethics as a spiritual director requires that I work periodically with an experienced spiritual direction supervisor who will help me become a better spiritual director. In supervision, no names or specific identifying characteristics are shared.

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Some general content from a session may be shared so that I may learn more about myself and grow as a spiritual director. 

I receive supervision on a quarterly basis.

Directees are not bound by any code of confidentiality. You are free to share anything from our sessions with another person.