TJ is a spiritual director and story coach. In both of these contexts, she helps people acknowledge pain and complexity in their lives and spirituality, for the purpose of moving to greater freedom and belovedness. 

As a young adult serving in ministry, TJ developed a passion for emotional health and holistic transformation as integral parts of our faith journeys. For over 20 years, TJ has helped college students and adults become more integrated in their faith and emotional lives. 

Her ministry has also focused on justice and mutual flourishing, supporting individuals and organizations in working toward more equitable structures and systems. She has a particular passion for the intersections of racial identity development and spiritual formation, and sees these as intertwined.

TJ engages in one-on-one spiritual direction and story coaching, in addition to leading retreats and trainings for individuals and organizations. Ministry partners help make this work accessible to people in full-time ministry and others who experience barriers in accessing healing resources. 

TJ lives in Austin with her husband and two children.