Danae Ashley Media
Podcast interviews, articles, books, and audio recordings
Forthcoming Book
My Sap Is Rising: A Pilgrimage of Holistic Mental Health Healing with Hildegard of Bingen and Alfred Adler
Coming March 2026
Danáe's debut book weaves together spirituality, psychotherapy, and pilgrimage as she explores the life and wisdom of medieval mystic Hildegard of Bingen alongside the insights of psychologist Alfred Adler. A journey of healing, embodiment, and discovering viriditas, the greening power of life.
Featured Conversations
Danae has been a guest on several podcasts, sharing her insights on spirituality, fertility struggles, grief, and the sacred feminine. These conversations explore the intersections of faith, therapy, and embodied living.
Reframing our Stories: The Podcast - Episode 18: Sexuality, Grief, Miscarriage
A conversation about the deep connections between sexuality and spirituality, and finding purpose when our story unfolds differently than we imagined.
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A Sacred Journey Pilgrim Podcast - Episode 10: (In)Fertility Journeys
Danáe discusses fertility struggles and faith with host Lacy Clark Ellman, offering compassion and wisdom for those navigating difficult journeys.
Divine Feminine Advent Calendar - Trinity Cathedral Portland
Day 1 of this daily Advent podcast exploring the feminine nature of God and how our understanding of the Divine can expand and transform us.
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Published Writing
Danáe has contributed articles and essays to various publications, exploring themes of faith, relationships, fertility struggles, and pastoral care. Her writing offers thoughtful reflections for clergy and laypeople alike.
Working Preacher
Danáe has written multiple articles for Working Preacher, including "Preaching + Fertility Struggles," a compassionate guide for preachers on ministering to those experiencing infertility, as well as sermons and reflections on the lectionary.
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Faith+Lead
Danáe is a regular contributor to Faith+Lead, writing on topics ranging from pandemic weddings and clergy self-care to relationship advice through the "Dear Sophia" column. Her articles include "Wedding Bells Are Still Ringing: The Creativity of Pandemic Weddings" and "Clergy Care Circles."
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Books & Theater
Danae's creative work extends beyond the page and pulpit into collaborative storytelling that gives voice to experiences often left unspoken.
Still a Mother: Journeys through Perinatal Bereavement
Danae contributed Chapter 2: "Taking the Long View" to this powerful collection of stories by clergywomen who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. The book offers honest narratives, pastoral care guidance, and resources for those who grieve.
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Naming the Un-Named: Stories of Fertility Struggle
A verbatim theater piece Danae produced with playwright Amanda Aikman, giving voice to the often-silenced experiences of those struggling with infertility. The play uses real stories to create a space for healing and understanding.
Narrations
Danae is a regular narrator for the Episcopal Church's "Sermons That Work" podcast, lending her voice to sermons written by clergy from across the Church. Her warm, clear narration brings these reflections to life for listeners.
Media Inquiries
Danae is available for interviews about her forthcoming book, My Sap Is Rising: A Pilgrimage with Hildegard of Bingen and Alfred Adler (launching March 2026), as well as topics including fertility and faith, the Divine Feminine, psychotherapy, and the integration of spirituality and mental health.
She also accepts invitations for speaking engagements, writing contributions, and voice-over work.