Lyndie Carneal

My Story Hi, my name is Lyndie Carneal. I love walking with others through their personal journeys and faith experiences.  It is a joy of mine to offer a sacred space to listen and explore the desires of the heart while discovering God’s presence in our daily stories. I am a trained spiritual director and a graduate of the School of Sustainable Faith for Spiritual Direction.

My journey into spiritual direction began before I had the language to know what I was looking for. Weary from a hurried lifestyle and shallow connection with others, I desired a space to slow down and listen to the deeper longings for purpose and rest for my soul.  During that time I was invited to a book study with like minded friends on the same path. I began to meet people who spoke the language of the soul and had experience with spiritual direction.  Over the next several years I experienced God in a deeper, more personal way and grew in my awareness of my own inner journey of transformation. Since that time I have completed 2 years of training in spiritual direction. I love that I am now able to offer that same quiet place for others to experience rest for their souls. 

How I work Spiritual direction comes from a desire to know yourself and God more fully. Spiritual directors are compassionate listeners who will help you recognize and respond to God's presence in your life.  A spiritual director is different from a counselor in that they do not diagnose problems; instead, they listen from a spiritual perspective, observe, ask thoughtful questions, and help you grow in your own spiritual attentiveness. I offer a quiet, relaxed, judgment-free conversation that provides soul space to “journey from the land of confusion into the land of hope.” (Henry Nowen) In this process, I am also able to also use my knowledge and training trauma-informed care and mind/body connection. 

About Lyndie I have been married for 22 years and have 4 fun and lively children, who currently are in their middle and high school years. I enjoy seeking out the beauty of creation in all forms of nature, creativity, rest, and worship. I treasure fellowship with dear friends, true community, and authentic conversations. I love cultivating my garden, loving all kinds of animals, and going on adventures with my family. I look forward to meeting you and learning about your journey. 

Lyndie’s session fee is $75 per 50-minute session.

{Currently offering in person or virtual sessions}

Who I Help:

• Adults

• Young Adults

I Specialize In:

• Times of transition, confusion, or loss

• When life feels overwhelming

• When seeking a desire to grow in relationship with God and self

• Needing discernment in life circumstances

• A safe place to process life's journey

My Education + Certification:

• School of Sustainable Faith in Spiritual Direction certification

• Bachelor of Human development and family studies from Samford University