purple and green northern lights dance in a sky full of stars, seen from a path through a pine forest

The Illumined Path

Let the Light Lead.

Spiritual Life Coaching and Spiritual Direction with Amie H. Vaughan, PhD, CSLC

Rekindle your light.
Rediscover the Divine.
Reawaken your spirit.
Reveal your soul's purpose.

Welcome

Welcome, Friend!

You've found The Illumined Path, where each step brings you closer to the transformation you want for your life. Here you will find individual and group sessions that create a sacred space for deep listening, connection, and personal growth. Whether you are seeking a deeper spiritual connection, healing from religious harm, discovering your own spiritual path, facing change, or yearning for more in life, journey with me on the path to discovering and deepening your spiritual connection, writing (or rewriting!) your unique story, and sharing your sparkle with the world.

Hiya! I'm Amie.

As a Spiritual Life Coach, I am passionate about helping you discover the mystery, beauty, and depth of your own soul. I believe that there is so much magic in the world, and I am here to help you find your own--whether that's through your spiritual connection, your best life story, or both! I provide support and encouragement to help you discover what is best for you, and I'm here to walk the path with you as you explore and create (or re-create) who you are called to be.

All Are Welcome!

If you enjoy a little whimsy, are looking for a deeper spiritual life, don't mind cat hair, need a "transition magician", or are interested in journeying with me for any other reason, then you belong here!

This is a safe and sacred space for all, including:

LGBTQ+
BIPOC and AAPI
Neurodivergent
High school youth to elder adults
Masters or PhD thesis-writers
All religious or spiritual beliefs
those with chronic illnesses
Military, active and retired
Any socioeconomic levels*

*a limited number of scholarships may be available

About Me

How Can I Help?

If We Dream It, We Can Be It

How Can I Help? I'm Glad You Asked.

Facing a transition you didn't expect? Feeling stuck and needing a change? Trying to figure out what you want to be when you grow up? Desiring a deeper spiritual connection but don't know what that looks like? Recovering from corporate church culture? Have a solid spiritual life but you want to grow and deepen it? Hurt and angry about Nationalist Christians using the Bible to hurt others and profit for themselves? Looking for a group of people to travel with through some issue? Know a larger group that would enjoy a time of learning and growth on some topic? The path encompasses all of this and more....

If any or all of these--transition, transformation, growth, community--speak to or appeal to you, in spiritual ways or not, I'd love to help and walk with you through them. Some tools and techniques I offer include: ~ values assessments ~ identifying and overcoming blocks and fears ~ getting to the source of motivation ~ time and money management ~ organising a project or issue ~ strengthening your spiritual connection ~ reassessing and learning from life experiences ~ changing limiting beliefs ~ releasing negative or stressful situations

Life Transitions

"There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it's going to be a butterfly." -- R. Buckminster Fuller Changes come. We can always count on that. Some of them are chosen (graduation, retirement, new jobs...), but many are forced on us (divorce, family estrangement, job loss...). How do we get through them? How do we figure out 'what now?' Life transitions are a great time to re-create, re-write, and re-design your life! It's never too late to try something new and transform yourself in the best version of you. Who do you want to be?

Creating a Life You Love

"Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself." --George Bernard Shaw Every day, we have a chance to create a life we love. Through small changes, we can write our own next chapter. Tired of living how others expect instead of as your true self? Longing to add more joy and fun to your life? Have a dream you've always wanted to accomplish but haven't quite been able to make it happen? Whatever it looks like, I can help you transform your life from one you get through to one you look forward to each day.

Spiritual Direction

"It is by being awake to God in us that we can increasingly see God in the world around us." --Henri Nouwen The life of a Christ-follower is not one of ease. We are called to think, grow, love, forgive, work, give, and contantly strive to become one with God in Christ, to be Christ-like. Often this is a hard path for us to travel alone--I would love to walk alongside you to a deeper relationship with God-- a richer prayer life, a wider love for others, more reflective study, and just a generally closer walk with God and other believers.

a lit candle, an open journal, a fountain pen, prayer beads, flowers, coffee mug on a tabl

Defining Your Spiritual Beliefs

"Religion is for people who are afraid of going to hell. Spirituality is for those who've already been there." --Vine Deloria Jr Do you find yourself out of step with the faith tradition you grew up with? Have you been hurt by organised religion but still feel the pull for a connection with Something deeper? Are you not sure what you believe...or why you believe what you do? There are many reasons someone may want to explore their spirituality; whatever your reason, whatever your beliefs, I want to help you find your place and connect more deeply with your soul and your Higher Power, however you address them.

flat lay photography of eight coffee lat

Small Groups

"Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean." --Ryunosuke Satoro We are capable of a lot of things on our own, but we are exponentially more able to accomplish amazing things when we have a group around us. Whether it's planning and organising a project, dealing with time and money management, addressing obstacles to motivation, or learning how to move through the fears that keep us blocked, having a group of supporting people who are dealing with the same issues can be life-changing. Any spiritual or life issue can be the basis for a group; if you have a topic or challenge you would like to address in a small group, please reach out using the contact form below. Groups are offered as we have need and numbers.

Morning light pours in from stained glas

Workshops, Retreats,

and Such

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." --Helen Keller If your church, school, or organisation would like to have a larger group event, from one hour workshops through two day retreats, reach out! I would love to talk with you about what I can offer.

First Steps

Where do we start? Here's what to expect for the beginning of our adventure together....

Complimentary Meet and Greet

Our first step is a thirty-minute complimentary meet-and-greet to get to know each other a wee bit. This way, you can learn more about me and what I offer, and I can learn more about your values, goals, and what you are hoping for from a coach. If you think we will be a good team, we can start to plan our journey together.

Discovery Session

Once we've decided to start this journey together, we'll schedule a ninety-minute Discovery Session. This is where we will map out a plan for our time together--who you want to become, how you want to live into your spirituality, or whatever else you want to create and accomplish for yourself. We'll determine how long you want to travel with me (which can always be extended later) and set our schedule. We'll then be ready to start our adventure together!

The Sky's the Limit!

Our time together will be tailored to you. Building on your values and goals, I will help you address any roadblocks or limitations you might run into, create and hold a safe and sacred space for you to be fully present to yourself in whatever way you need, and guide and encourage you as you work to rewrite your story and make real progress on your journey. This time is for you, and I will be here to support you every step of the way.