About Aaron Manes…

My own journey has been anything but ordinary - marked by moments of doubt, discovery, and an evolving connection to the divine. Father Richard Rohr’s words, "God comes to us disguised as our lives," remind me that our daily experiences are sacred invitations to growth and transformation.

In the mid-2000s, I went through a period of faith deconstruction that was both challenging and formative. It led me to become a Spiritual Director, passionate about helping others navigate their unique paths toward wholeness and purpose. I’ve learned that spiritual growth thrives when it is practical, grounded, and embodied, meeting God and ourselves exactly as we are.

I see my work as offering a guide for people into practical transformation through the Enneagram, somatic awareness, and spiritual direction — helping them awaken head, heart, and belly so they can live fully alive. My work is rooted in the belief that transformation is not mysterious or out of reach, but attainable for everyone. By connecting to the full spectrum of our being, people can awaken to their wholeness and live with grounded freedom.

Alongside spiritual direction, I’m personally engaged with the Somatic Enneagram, a transformative approach pioneered by Marion Gilbert. As a certified teacher in her program, I guide clients to connect with their bodies and experiences, unlocking blocked parts and cultivating real-life transformation. I also co-host The Somatic Enneagram Podcast with Marion, where we explore these practices in depth.

Whether you’re seeking guidance on your spiritual journey, tools to navigate life transitions, or support exploring the Enneagram in a deeply embodied way, I offer an open, affirming space—both in person in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area and online via Zoom. Using he/him pronouns, I’m committed to helping each person I meet access their full self and live whole, because transformation is not a distant dream—it’s a practical, lived reality.

Today my work can be summed up like this: practical pathways to spiritual transformation — whole self, whole life.

Aaron Manes Bio:

Aaron Manes (he/him) is a trained spiritual director, a certified Somatic Enneagram faculty member with Marion Gilbert and an inner work healing practitioner. He is the co-host of The Somatic Enneagram Podcast. He creates and holds space as a companion, guide and facilitator for people willing to do the hard and brave work of finding their selves in the world. Aaron’s current projects also include bringing to life “Creativa” which is community-making expression for public spiritual work.

Spiritual Direction Notables:

  • SMU Perkins School of Theology
    Certification Of Spiritual Direction

  • Spiritual Directors International
    Professional Member

  • Retreat House Spirituality Center Partner

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