Meet Denise
Spiritual Director
Exploring Spirituality, Purpose and Self-Discovery
Do you feel like you lack purpose in your life or are unsure of what your purpose is meant to be?
Do you feel you’re living your most authentic self, or do you find yourself compromising for the benefit of others?
Do you feel out of balance or misaligned with your true beliefs and values?
Are you questioning your faith or spirituality, wanting to ask questions but feeling judged if you do?
Denise Shannon, RN, MDIV
Denise Shannon, a proud local of Denver, Colorado, is a passionate leader and spiritual guide committed to fostering growth through discovery, creativity, and meaningful connection. Her compassionate and inspiring presence provides support for those seeking to deepen their spiritual lives and embrace the transformation that personal growth brings.
With a background as a Registered Nurse (RN), Denise also holds a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree from the Iliff School of Theology. She is the founder and CEO of Sassy Preacher Lady Ministries, a certified Spiritual Director, an ordained pastor in the Presbyterian (USA) church, a wedding officiant, a certified SoulCollage® facilitator, and a Hospice Chaplain.
Denise shares her life with her husband, Jerry, and is a proud mother to three children—Kelly, Allison, and Logan—and grandmother to two cherished grandchildren, Cheyanne and Eli. In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors, reading, cooking, hiking, and traveling, all of which reflect her zest for life and spiritual connection.
Set up a free 30-minute consultation to see if Spiritual Direction could help you!
Who Denise Can Support
- Couples looking for Pre-Marital Counseling– Utilizing – strengthen communication, clarify expectations, and identify both strengths and areas for growth.
- Members of the LGBTQ+ community – Offering a safe, affirming space to explore spirituality without fear of judgment.
- People with religious trauma – Supporting those who have been harmed by religious communities and are seeking healing, clarity, or a renewed sense of faith on their own terms.
- Individuals going through a divorce – Providing compassionate guidance during times of transition, grief, and rebuilding.
- Mid-life seekers – Helping people in mid-life rediscover meaning and purpose, whether they’re navigating career changes, personal growth, or shifting priorities.
- Empty nesters – Supporting parents as they adjust to a new stage of life, exploring identity beyond caregiving roles and finding fulfillment in their next chapter.
Pre-Marital Counseling with Prepare/Enrich
Invest in your relationship before you say “I do.”
At Tribe Mind Body Wellness, we believe that strong marriages are built on a solid foundation—and that foundation starts long before the wedding day. Our premarital counseling services, led by therapist Denise Shannon, offer couples the opportunity to explore their relationship more deeply and build the skills needed for long-term connection.
Denise is trained in Prepare/Enrich, a research-backed assessment tool designed to help couples strengthen communication, clarify expectations, and identify both strengths and areas for growth. Couples who participate in premarital education using Prepare/Enrich reduce their risk of divorce by 31%—a powerful testament to the value of this work.
Whether you’re navigating big decisions, blending families, or simply want to start your marriage with intention, premarital counseling is a gift you give your future selves. It’s more than just planning for a wedding—it’s planning for a life together.
Premarital counseling can help you:
Communicate more effectively
Understand each other’s values and priorities
Strengthen emotional and physical intimacy
Build tools for conflict resolution
Create shared goals for your future
Start your marriage with clarity, confidence, and connection.
Schedule a free consultation to see if premarital counseling is right for you.
Spiritual Direction
How it Can Help You
Deepen Your Spiritual Life
Uncover insights into your spiritual path, whether you follow a particular religion or consider yourself spiritual but not religious.
Gain Inner Clarity
Reflect on life experiences and explore how spirituality informs your decisions, relationships, and personal growth.
Align with Your Values
Identify and embrace your core principles, ensuring your actions and goals are guided by what matters most to you.
Find Meaning and Purpose
Navigate life’s challenges with a deeper sense of connection, fulfillment, and direction.
Create Space for Reflection
Enjoy a safe, non-judgmental environment where thoughtful conversation and deep listening support your personal and spiritual growth.
Spiritual Direction with Denise: Finding Meaning
You don’t need to be religious to benefit from spiritual direction. At its core, spiritual direction is about exploring your personal sense of meaning, purpose, and connection to something greater—whatever that looks like for you. Denise offers a compassionate, flexible approach to spiritual direction, meeting you where you are and honoring your unique journey.
What Is Spiritual Direction Without Religion?
For those who don’t identify with a specific religion, spiritual direction focuses on your personal experiences, values, and understanding of the world. It’s not about following doctrines or using religious language you don’t connect with. Instead, Denise creates a space for self-reflection, growth, and clarity—tailored to your beliefs and life circumstances.
Spiritual Direction is Tailored to Your Unique Belief System
Focus on Personal Experience
Your sessions with Denise will center on your own life experiences, emotions, and reflections. Instead of discussing religious texts or teachings, you’ll explore what gives your life meaning and how you can live authentically.
Explore Your Core Values
Together, you and Denise can examine your values, ethical considerations, and the principles that guide your life. Spiritual direction can help you realign with your values and live in a way that feels intentional and fulfilling.
Practice Without Religious Context
Denise incorporates practices like meditation, mindfulness, journaling, nature connection, and creative expression—tools that support spiritual growth regardless of religious affiliation. These practices offer opportunities to reflect, process, and deepen your connection with yourself and the world around you.
Finding a Guide Who Understands
Denise welcomes people from all spiritual backgrounds, including those who are spiritual but not religious, agnostic, or exploring their own path. She adapts her approach to meet your needs and offers a safe, non-judgmental environment for your journey.
No matter what age group and your counseling needs, we have a therapist or counselor who is the right match for you. Book a free 15 minute consultation to meet any of our amazing therapists and begin your path to health and wellness.
About Tribe Mental Health Therapists & Counselors
You Deserve to Feel Great. We’re Here to Help.
Tribe is a group practice of counselors and therapists that was formed to meet your needs. At any point in your life, whether you are a child or an adult, having outside support can help you to change your path and feel more in control of your life.
Reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to see if we are the right fit for you.
