My name is Ingrid Cannella, and I am a Certified Spiritual Director in Central Louisiana where I work in coordination with my Pastor and Bishop.  As a cradle catholic, I have been an active member of the church, and involved in a variety of ministries.  In 2021, I began practicing Spiritual Direction after completing the training and certification through the Archdiocesan Spirituality Center program.  My training includes the approach of St. Ignatius who developed Spiritual Exercises used in spiritual direction.  I received additional training to offer the 19th annotation for those who are ready to make the exercises.
I am a participant in the LASD Board, and a new LASD Board Member where I am happy to serve. I have a great desire to serve others who are in search of a closer relationship with God even in the midst of the messiness of daily life.
For most of my life, I have worked as a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Marriage and Family Therapist.  I am a certified Compliance Officer working in the Behavioral Health Care field.  After many years of providing behavioral health services, God drew me to Spiritual Direction by the invitation of a local Deacon.  I find joy and gratitude participating in the ministry of spiritual direction.  I have found Spiritual Direction to be a blessing in my spiritual life and feel drawn to share this gift with others.  God is always guiding and leading us, and it is so helpful to have another walk along on the journey.
My recreational activities include travel, hiking, back-packing, fishing, gardening, aviation, reading, and hand crafts such as crochet, knitting, cross-stitch, and quilting.  I love to learn.