spiritual strategy for counseling and psychotherapy, A
Book Description
For mental health professionals and spiritual seekers alike, this groundbreaking work opens new pathways for healing that honor both psychological science and divine connection. P. Scott Richards presents a comprehensive framework that bridges the gap between traditional therapeutic methods and theistic spiritual principles, creating space for clients whose faith forms the cornerstone of their worldview.
Rather than viewing spirituality as separate from psychological healing, this approach recognizes the profound role that divine relationship plays in human wellness. The authors establish that therapeutic work can authentically incorporate beliefs about God's existence, the eternal nature of the human soul, and the reality of divine communication without compromising scientific rigor.
This integration addresses a significant need in contemporary mental health care, reaching individuals who have long felt underserved by purely secular approaches. The book demonstrates how therapists can respectfully weave spiritual dimensions into evidence-based practice, creating more holistic healing experiences.
Richards and his colleague maintain deep reverence for scientific methodology while expanding its application to include spiritual phenomena. They position this theistic strategy alongside established psychological traditions, offering practitioners a parallel path that honors both empirical knowledge and sacred wisdom.
For counselors, therapists, and anyone interested in the intersection of faith and mental health, this work provides practical guidance for nurturing healing that encompasses the full spectrum of human experience.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~11 hours)
📄 Length: 391 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Understand psychological principles
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Counseling
- ✓ Explore Psychotherapy, religious aspects
- ✓ Explore Psychotherapy
- ✓ Explore Religious life
- ✓ Deepen your spiritual understanding
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects of Mental health counseling
