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Therapist's Notebook for Integrating Spirituality in Counseling, Vol. 1: Homework, Handouts, and Activities for Use in Psychotherapy (Haworth Practical Practice in Mental Health) (v. 1)

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Wow! I am so impressed with this book because it is so full of practical ideas for therapists to incorporate into their practices! The topic of spirituality is integral to human emotional health and well-being, yet it is very personal and fraught with values and emotional reactions. To tackle the subject with such sensitivity and respect for varying beliefs, to provide such a rich array of contributors, and to manage to convey such useful ideas make this book a must-read for every therapist who wants to expand their expertise and effectiveness with clients! Nancy Nickell

This is the first book in a two book set on this subject. Inside you will find not only solid advice but very practical homework, handouts and activities that can be integrated into a psychotherapeutic practice. The subjects covered include such critical topics as Spiritual Self-care of the Therapist, Ethical Use of Spirituality, Spirituality and Professional Disclosure, Mobilizing Spiritual Resources, The Spirituality Focused Genogram, the Impact of Abuse on Internalized God Images, and Developing Forgiveness. The editors also include chapters on Shame and Spirituality, using the Spiritual Journey in Recovery, Religious Humor in Therapy, Spiritual Autobiography, Scriptural Affirmations, Therapeutic Healing, Change through Contemplative Prayer, Overcoming Distress and Trauma in Christian Clients, and Using Spiritual Practices in Conjunction with Therapy,

All chapters follow the same basic format of background information, the rational for use, instructions, vignettes, contraindications, references, and lists of additional professional readings and resources. Throughout the book are illustrations, scales, self-assessment tests, and examples. With thirty-two contributing professionals this is a collection of the thoughts and techniques of a wide range of practitioners who use practical psychotherapeutic techniques within the paradigm of the spiritually oriented client or therapist.

Practical, sensitive, and ethical The Therapist's Notebook for Integrating Spirituality in Counseling is an essential resource for the Christian Counselor, Psychologist or any other professional wanting to integrate spirituality into counseling.