Kayla Allen

I am passionate about creating space for people to experience love, connection, and belonging in God’s presence. Shaped by my own seasons of loneliness, grief and faith deconstruction, I have a heart for walking with people on a journey of healing. As a spiritual director, I am an attentive listener to the story unfolding in your life and am committed to helping you identify where God is working to make His love known.

I have a MA in Spiritual Formation from Portland Seminary and am a certified spiritual director. I am an experienced discipleship pastor, having served in the DC Metro area for over 15 years. Now nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains just outside of Charlottesville, VA, I meet with companions in my home or over video call.

Most of my directees are caregivers, counselors, academics, ministry professionals, recently or in training spiritual directors and range in age from college to mid-50’s. I am open to working with anyone that feels a nudge to connect – and I hope you do reach out.

Storytelling, creativity and fun are at the heart of my practice and home. As a mom of two elementary aged children, I devote my days to seeing beauty in the mess and enjoying the simple routines of outdoor play and after school snacks. On weekends, you can find me facilitating a retreat, officiating a local wedding or hosting a theme party for family and friends. I enjoy birdwatching, floral arranging and hot yoga. I love meeting new people and gathering around the table, usually for tacos.