Our Services
Fostering healthy ministers for a vibrant Church
We are here for those who minister in the name of the Church – to heal the healers, address mental health needs, and provide them with the short- or long-term support and the skills they need to flourish in their ministry and vocations.
For 50 years, we have grown to meet the changing needs of mental health care in the life of the Church. We are here for you when you need us. Please reach out with questions or to learn more.
View a PDF version of the Services Guide here.
“Healing the Healers”
Comprehensive Mental & Spiritual Care
Clinical Evaluation
We conduct a five-day comprehensive psychological and spiritual evaluation resulting in an in-depth diagnosis and actionable treatment plan for growth and healing.
Emmaus Program
We provide in-depth, integrated, and holistic care for our clients in a supportive community environment, five days a week.
Individual & Group Outpatient Services
Listening with compassion and offering clinical expertise for navigating struggles affecting daily life.
Spirituality & Pastoral Care
Re-animating the spiritual life with a mental health-informed, faith-filled approach which integrates with ongoing clinical care.
Hear From Others
"I want to thank all at Saint Luke Institute for the impact of your program in my life. I have been sober for over 40 years as a result of the care I received at SLI with a priest-therapist. He continued supporting me for many years, including in the Continuing Care program. I am indebted to him and to all of you for decades of healthy life, ministry, and dignity. May the Lord continue his healing and renewal through your ministry."
- a Catholic priest
Consultative Care
Candidate Assessment
We evaluate permanent diaconate, priesthood, and religious life candidates for vocational suitability during an in-depth, multi-day spiritual and psychological assessment.
Clergy & Religious Health Monitor
The SLI Clergy & Religious Health Monitor provides an overview of the mental and spiritual health of the clergy and men and women religious within a diocese or religious institute. It is an opportunity for Church leaders to understand organizational strengths and challenges and can serve as a starting point for meaningful dialogue on healthy life and ministry.
Consultation for Leadership and Organizations
Saint Luke Institute’s full range of consultation services provides the expert assistance you need. Our confidential consultation services cover a variety of personnel, behavioral, or organizational needs to foster greater organizational functioning and healthy ministry. Whether you are as a bishop, major superior, or another church organizational leader, we are here to help.
Featured Team Member
Michael Day, Psy.D., M.T.S.
Michael Day, Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist in Indiana and Kentucky. He received his Psy.D. in clinical psychology from Spalding University and both an M.A. and M.T.S. from Saint Meinrad School of Theology. Dr. Day works on a consultation basis with Saint Luke Center and is the Director of Personal Counseling and a member of the faculty at Indiana University Southeast. His experience includes work in higher education and children/family residential treatment. His clinical interests include trauma informed care, developmental related issues, clinical supervision, and education. He is a member of APA and AUCCCD. Speaking topics: Personality screening and candidate assessment Conflict management
Spiritual Direction
While integrated spiritual care is part of our therapeutic services, those who serve the Saint Luke Institute team as spiritual integrators are also able to provide independent spiritual direction as well.
Spiritual direction helps clients integrate psychological and emotional growth into their own spiritual development. It is offered at our Silver Spring, Maryland, locations, as well as at Saint Luke Center in Louisville, Kentucky, as well as online, for a modest hourly fee.
Support Saint Luke Institute
Your prayers and financial gifts make our ministry possible. Our partnership in faith promotes healing in the Church now, and a healthier Church for today and tomorrow.