Shane A. Ash, D.Min., is a spiritual director in private practice, bringing more than 25 years of experience in spiritual care through pastoral ministry, hospital chaplaincy, and one-on-one spiritual accompaniment. His own journey has led him toward a grounded, curious, contemplative spirituality, and he welcomes those seeking a similar spaciousness in theirs.
Shane’s practice often supports people navigating addiction and recovery, faith deconstruction or exploration, moral injury, grief, and vocational or personal burnout. He offers a steady, reflective presence — meeting people wherever they are, without an agenda for where they should end up.
Shane holds a Master’s in Pastoral Counseling, a Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation, and a post-doctoral certificate in Spiritual Direction.
Separately, Shane is the founder and executive director of Restwork, an inner-development organization supporting healthcare professionals and caregiving teams. Restwork is a distinct professional practice — organizational, non-clinical, and not affiliated with any faith tradition.
Beyond his work, Shane and his wife, Ashley, are building a homestead in the Adirondacks, where they find joy in cheering on their three children, tending the land, and sharing good stories over good coffee.
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What people are saying…
“Working with Shane, I found a profound journey of self-discovery and inner peace.”
— Matthew A.
“Shane’s guidance helped me begin to overcome a period of deep struggle, find a new sense of hope, and engage in a process of continuous self-discovery.”
— Pat G.
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