Cognitive behavioral therapy for Christians with depression
Book Description
When faith and mental health intersect, both therapists and clients often find themselves navigating uncharted territory. Dr. Michelle Pearce addresses this crucial gap by demonstrating how Christian beliefs can become powerful healing resources rather than obstacles in treating depression.
This practical guide recognizes a fundamental truth: clients cannot separate their deeply held values from their therapeutic journey. Rather than avoiding religious discussions, Pearce shows mental health professionals and pastoral counselors how to thoughtfully integrate Christian faith with evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
The book provides seven specialized tools designed specifically for Christian clients struggling with depression, complete with suggested therapeutic dialogue and hands-on worksheets. Readers discover how religious beliefs and practices can scientifically enhance treatment outcomes when properly incorporated into therapy sessions.
Clinical examples illuminate these concepts in action, showing both the supportive and potentially challenging roles that Christian faith can play in mental health treatment. The approach bridges two worlds that have often remained separate, offering clergy greater confidence in making referrals while equipping therapists with culturally sensitive, faith-integrated methods.
Whether you are a mental health professional seeking to better serve religious clients or a pastoral counselor wanting to understand evidence-based depression treatment, this resource offers concrete strategies for honoring both psychological science and spiritual conviction. The result is therapy that speaks to the whole person, addressing depression through both clinical expertise and meaningful faith integration.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 231 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Understand psychological principles
- ✓ Learn about cognitive processes
- ✓ Explore Counseling of
- ✓ Explore Counseling & Recovery
- ✓ Find practices to overcome depression
- ✓ Explore Christian Ministry
- ✓ Explore Psychotherapy
- ✓ Explore Depressed persons
