Crystal McGowen
Christian spiritual director and grief recovery specialist in Oregon
| Hourly rate range | $140 to $200 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Christian coachingSpiritual growthGrief and healingPurpose and callingGrief and lossPurpose and direction |
| Works with | Christians |
| Also coaches | Life coach |
| Based in | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| Credentials | MA in Human Services Counseling; Certified Grief Recovery Specialist; Grief Recovery Method Specialist; Trained in inner healing prayer; MA in Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction (in progress, Portland Seminary) |
Crystal McGowen is a Christian spiritual director and grief recovery specialist based in Portland, Oregon. She helps people who are grieving, people who have lost their faith, and people trying to discern their next step. She holds an MA in Human Services Counseling and is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist. She is also trained in inner healing prayer and is finishing a master's degree in spiritual direction at Portland Seminary.
What Crystal helps with
Crystal works with people who are grieving or unsure of their next step. She also works with people whose faith has faded.
- Working through grief and loss
- Recovering after losing faith
- Discerning the next right step
- Learning to forgive
- Grieving well
- Inner healing through prayer
Who Crystal works with
Crystal works with Christians. Her clients include people who are grieving and people who feel they have lost their faith. She also walks with people who are trying to discern what to do next in life.
Background and qualifications
Crystal holds an MA in Human Services Counseling. She is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist and a Grief Recovery Method Specialist. She is trained in inner healing prayer. She is now working on an MA in Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction at Portland Seminary. She has lived in Denver, Houston, St. Louis, Ethiopia, and Scotland, and now lives in Portland, Oregon.
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The CoachVouch take
Crystal combines grief recovery certification with inner healing prayer training and seminary study in spiritual direction.
Best for Christians who are grieving, have lost their faith, or need help discerning their next step.
Common questions
How much does Crystal McGowen charge?
Coaching with Crystal runs $140 to $200 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Crystal McGowen help with?
Crystal McGowen helps with working through grief and loss, recovering after losing faith, discerning the next right step and learning to forgive.
Is Crystal McGowen certified?
Crystal McGowen lists: MA in Human Services Counseling; Certified Grief Recovery Specialist; Grief Recovery Method Specialist; Trained in inner healing prayer; MA in Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction (in progress, Portland Seminary).
Does Crystal McGowen help people who have lost their faith?
Yes. Crystal works with Christians who are grieving and with people who feel they have lost their faith.
How do I contact Crystal McGowen?
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