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Clarity for YOUR PURPOSE & CONFIDENCE IN YOUR CALLING.

A guided, two day LifePlan™ process designed to help you gain perspective and move forward with intention.

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A different approach

Most of us don’t need more advice. We need space.

Space to slow down, tell the truth about where we are, and gain perspective about where we are going.

Shalva Planning exists to create that space through a proven, unhurried process.

who this is for?

  • You feel stuck, restless, or at a crossroads

  • You’re successful on paper, but unsettled inside

  • You’re asking big questions about calling, work, family, or pace of life

  • You want clarity rooted in faith, not formulas

  • You’re ready to be intentional about the years ahead

You are in the right place if…

Rooted in your purpose as you cultivate your calling.

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what is THE LifePlan™ Process?

An unhurried, whole-life approach

  • Faith-centered, not prescriptive

  • Focused on who you are, not who you should be

  • Addresses vocation, family, personal life, and community

  • Grounded in The LifePlan™ Process developed by the Paterson Center

Every LifePlan follows the same trusted framework, but the outcome is always unique to you.


what makes shalva planning different?

The Lifeplan™ Process is a two-day, one-on-one guided experience designed to help you gain perspective on your life story, uncover your God-given gifts and values, and create a clear plan for how to live them out.

This is not counseling or coaching. It’s a facilitated process that helps brush away the clutter so the way forward becomes clear.

“Completing a LifePlan with Deidre was one of the most impactful experiences of my adult life. She is a gifted facilitator who asked thoughtful follow-up questions and helped me uncover my unique design and purpose. The insights were captured in beautiful charts and packaged in a way that I’ll treasure forever. I walked away with clarity, direction, and a deep sense of calling.”

— Dr. Ammie Akin, Founder Hub in the Hills

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Meet deidre

I’m Deidre King, a Certified LifePlan™ Guide and the founder of Shalva Planning. After walking through the LifePlan™ process myself, I experienced the clarity and freedom that comes from understanding how God uniquely created me — and I knew this was work I was called to do.

I create a space where people feel at home, uncover the truth, and walk away with clarity and confidence about what’s next.

“This was a gift to myself. At the time, one I considered extravagant. At the end of my session, I considered it essential. I walked away with so many aha moments because my talents, my life path, my passion was right in front of me, but my life pace had made me blind. I am forever grateful for my path being cleared and excited about where I am headed. Whatever you have to do, give yourself this gift.”

— Lorri Wallace, Founder Amen Annie

your next step doesn’t have to be perfect.

You don’t need all the answers before reaching out. If you’re asking meaningful questions and wondering what’s next, a conversation is a good place to begin.