Spiritual Philosophical And Psychotherapeutic Engagements Of Meaning And Service

Author : Katherine Harper,Thomas St. James O’Connor,Daniel Maoz
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Page : 453 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2024-04-08
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781036402822

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Spiritual, Philosophical, and Psychotherapeutic Engagements of Meaning and Service by Katherine Harper,Thomas St. James O’Connor,Daniel Maoz Pdf

The editors of this critical volume have compiled a rich group of authors comprised of professors, psychotherapists, counselling practitioners, and doctoral students, to address society’s struggle to find meaning. A rich classroom resource, this book is a particularly important contribution to the Academy given our current lived experience in research, and also for personal reflection. Still in the throes of recovering from the COVID 19 pandemic, economic challenges, environmental disasters, and conflicts in various places in our world, to name only a few of our current challenges, the search for meaning and purpose has become an important pursuit for many. Many people today are looking for an often elusive “more.” This book poses numerous questions reflecting a variety of perspectives on the connections between meaning and service. These diverse perspectives offer readers points of engagement in their own pursuit of integrating meaning and service in their own personal and professional life.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2024
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1036402819

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SPIRITUAL PHILOSOPHICAL, AND PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC ENGAGEMENTS OF MEANING AND SERVICE. by Anonim Pdf

Author : Willow Pearson,Helen Marlo
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-09
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781000214932

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The Spiritual Psyche in Psychotherapy by Willow Pearson,Helen Marlo Pdf

This book examines the interaction of spiritual and psychoanalytic lineages with psychotherapy in everyday practice. Written by a team of seasoned clinicians and illustrated through clinical vignettes, chapters explore topics pertaining to the mystical dimensions of psychological and spiritual life and how it may be integrated into clinical practice. Topics discussed include dreams, dissociation, creativity, therapeutic relationship, free association, transcendence, poetry, paradox, doubleness, loss, death, grief, mystery, embodiment and soul. The authors, clinicians with decades of experience in psychotherapy, psychoanalysis and spiritual practice, draw from their deep engagement with spirituality and psychoanalysis, focusing on a particular theme and its application to clinical work that is supported by the generative conversation among these lineages. At once applied and theoretical, this book weaves insights from the heart of Vajrayana Buddhism, Zen Buddhism, Christianity, Catholicism, Ecumenicism, Integral Spirituality, Judaism, Kabbalah, Non-violence, Sufism and Vedanta. They are in conversation with psychoanalytic perspectives including Jungian, Post-Jungian, Winnicottian, Bionian, Post-Bionian and Relational. A felt sense of the spiritual psyche in clinical practice emerges from this conversation among spiritual and psychoanalytic lineages, beckoning clinicians ever further on the path of spiritually rooted, psychodynamic practice.

Author : Maria Marshall,Edward Marshall
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 358 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2015-06-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1512392391

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Spiritual Psychotherapy by Maria Marshall,Edward Marshall Pdf

Spiritual psychotherapy is a growing and evolving field of practice with ancient roots. It is a branch of sciences recognizing the multifaceted nature of our existence and interactions in the world. Aside from physical, psychological, and social factors which affect our health and well-being, spiritual psychotherapy recognizes the relevance of the dimension of the human spirit in the search for meaningful goals, relationships, and connections and our interaction with the transcendental dimension (which many people identify as the dimension of the Creator; Superior Being; the Divine; or God). The ancient roots of spiritual psychotherapy can be recognised in the age-old questions echoed in thousands of ways and languages across all cultures and all societies since the dawn of humanity: "Who are we?" and "What is our mission?" or in a personal way: "Who am I?" and "What is my mission?" Viktor E. Frankl's Logotherapy and Existential Analysis (also known as "The Third Viennese School of Psychotherapy") was directly derived from such deep-seated humanistic-existentialist concerns. At the root of Frankl's theory is the conviction that the "Search for Meaning" is the most fundamental human motivating force. His theory, which is called "Logotheory," is based on three Pillars, basic assumptions, with profound anthropological, philosophical and psychotherapeutic implications. Existential analysis in Frankl's practice (Logotherapy) is always more than a historical unfolding of events. Existence is understood in the context of the dynamics of the search for meaning (meaning of the moment) in the context of an Ultimate Meaning (the dimension of the Transcendent; Divine; or God) giving human life unlimited value and dignity. A doctor, a neurologist, a psychiatrist, and a survivor of the Holocaust, Frankl is world-renown for his book "Man's Search for Meaning." The work he presents in this book (the principles of Logotherapy and Existential Analysis) has been recognized both as a most significant contribution to psychological thought and movement, and conveying deeply religious thought. The present study employs a hermeneutic-phenomenological methodology (qualitative scientific method) to explore the basic tenets of Viktor E. Frankl's meaning-centered theory and therapy in the light of the Biblical narratives. Old Testament and New Testament writings are used as the context within which humanity's search for meaning as a fundamental existential quest takes place. This methodology relies on a dialogue, interpretation, and documentation of evolving understanding according to themes. General questions such as "Which are the basic tenets of Frankl's Meaning-centered therapy?;" "Which are the resources of the human spirit?;" "What is spirituality?;" "What is religion?;" "What can we learn from the Bible about the Transcendental context of our existence?;" and "What are the implications of our findings for current practice principles?" have been selected to guide the research project and gradually unfold to introduce the reader to the narrative (an evolving story of a part in the context of the whole). The reader is invited to join the circle of evolving understanding and journey of discovery.

Author : Christopher Germer,Ronald D. Siegel,Paul R. Fulton
Publisher : Guilford Publications
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-03
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781462528370

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Mindfulness and Psychotherapy, Second Edition by Christopher Germer,Ronald D. Siegel,Paul R. Fulton Pdf

This practical book has given tens of thousands of clinicians and students a comprehensive introduction to mindfulness and its clinical applications. The book describes the philosophical underpinnings of mindfulness and reviews the growing body of treatment studies and neuroscientific research. Leading practitioners and researchers present clear-cut procedures for implementing mindfulness techniques and teaching them to patients experiencing depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and other problems. Also addressed are ways that mindfulness practices can increase acceptance and empathy in the therapeutic relationship. User-friendly features include illustrative case examples and practice exercises. New to This Edition *Incorporates significant empirical advances--mindfulness has become one of the most-researched areas in psychotherapy.ÿ *Most chapters extensively revised or rewritten. *Chapters on practical ethics, trauma, and addictions. *Greater emphasis on the role of acceptance and compassion in mindfulness. See also Sitting Together: Essential Skills for Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy, by Susan M. Pollak, Thomas Pedulla, and Ronald D. Siegel, a hands-on guide to incorporating mindfulness practices into psychotherapy.

Author : Kevin A. Fall,Janice Miner Holden,Andre Marquis
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 659 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011-01-19
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781135846381

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Theoretical Models of Counseling and Psychotherapy by Kevin A. Fall,Janice Miner Holden,Andre Marquis Pdf

This text provides a comprehensive overview of a variety of major counseling theories and focuses on the integration of different theoretical models. Appropriate for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, it offers a detailed description of the philosophical basis for each theory, along with historical context and a biography of the founder. Each chapter follows a similar format and explores the main features of the theory, including its approach to and ideas on personality development, human nature, the role of environment, the change process in therapy, and contributions and limitations to the mental health field. Theory-specific information on diagnosis, psychopharmacology, multicultural issues, spirituality, and gender issues is also discussed. These features will provide students with a deeper and more complete understanding of counseling theory than is available in any single resource and allow them to easily bridge classroom study to their future practice. This second edition of the text has been completely updated and includes more case examples, as well as a new chapter on Constructivist approaches. An online instructor’s manual with student resources is available and offers material to enhance the pedagogical features of the text.

Author : Michael Anthony
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433669101

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Perspectives on Children's Spiritual Formation by Michael Anthony Pdf

Perspectives on Children’s Spiritual Formation presents in counterpoint form four views of children’s spiritual formation and four related methods of Christian Education. Each chapter is written by a prominent person(s) representing his or her view. Contributors also respond to the other viewpoints. Views include the contemplative-reflective model (cultivating a quiet, worshipful spirit), instructional-analytic model (involving child evangelism and Bible memorization), pragmatic participatory model (focusing on high-energy activities, often seen in mega-churches), and the media-driven active-engagement model (using a video-based curriculum with limited teacher training).

Author : Gary W. Hartz
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0789024772

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Spirituality and Mental Health by Gary W. Hartz Pdf

This thought-provoking guide for mental health professionals and pastoral counselors provides you with a framework to assess and incorporate client-based spirituality into your practice. The author's unique understanding of spirituality and its relationship to mental heath makes the book an ideal educational guide for practitioners striving to understand the impact of faith on their clients' mental health. The insights presented in Spirituality and Mental Health: Clinical Applications will leave you better informed about the complexities of spirituality and make it easier for you to integrate them meaningfully into your clinical work.

Author : Philip Sheldrake
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780191642432

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Spirituality: A Very Short Introduction by Philip Sheldrake Pdf

It has been suggested that 'spirituality' has become a word that 'can define an era'. Why? Because paradoxically, alongside a decline in traditional religious affiliations, the growing interest in spirituality and the use of the word in a variety of contexts is a striking aspect of contemporary western cultures. Indeed, spirituality is sometimes contrasted attractively with religion, although this is problematic and implies that religion is essentially dogma, moralism, institutions, buildings, and hierarchies. The notion of spirituality expresses the fact that many people are driven by goals that concern more than material satisfaction. Broadly, it refers to the deepest values and sense of meaning by which people seek to live. Sometimes these values are conventionally religious. Sometimes they are associated with what is understood as 'the sacred' in a broader sense - that is, of ultimate rather than merely instrumental importance. This Very Short Introduction, written by one of the most eminent scholars and writers on spirituality, explores the historical foundations of the thought and considers how it came to have the significance it is developing today. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Author : P. Scott Richards,Allen E. Bergin
Publisher : Amer Psychological Assn
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1997-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1557984344

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A Spiritual Strategy for Counseling and Psychotherapy by P. Scott Richards,Allen E. Bergin Pdf

The authors argue that when psychotherapists diagnose and assess their clients, they should routinely assess the religious and spiritual values of their clients to obtain a fuller and more accurate diagnostic picture. This book is the first to provide guidance for integrating a theistic spiritual strategy into mainstream approaches to psychotherapy in order to reach a large, underserved population of clients with religious and spiritual beliefs.

Author : Ewan Kelly,John Swinton
Publisher : Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781784504984

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Chaplaincy and the Soul of Health and Social Care by Ewan Kelly,John Swinton Pdf

Gathering together thoughts and visions of experienced practitioners, academics, educators and strategic leaders from around the world, this edited volume sheds light on the nature of chaplaincy and its role and significance within ever-changing contemporary healthcare systems. A wide range of issues central to spiritual care delivery are covered, including reflections on what it feels like to be cared for by a chaplain through illness; the nature of chaplaincy as a profession; and how chaplains can engage with healthcare institutions in ways that have integrity yet are also deeply spiritual. The focus throughout is that chaplaincy should not only be guidance for people in distress, as a form of crisis intervention, but is rather about helping to promote wellbeing and enhance people's quality of life. Where specialisms tend to fragment systems and individuals, this book seeks to show that true health and wellbeing can only be found through a holistic approach, and shows how chaplaincy can bring this to the table. This book is for anyone who recognises the centrality of spirituality for wellbeing, and wishes to see what that might look like in practice.

Author : Simon Grima,Eleftherios Thalassinos,Graţiela Georgiana Noja,Theodore V. Stamataopoulos,Tatjana Vasiljeva,Tatjana Volkova
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781804552636

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Digital Transformation, Strategic Resilience, Cyber Security and Risk Management by Simon Grima,Eleftherios Thalassinos,Graţiela Georgiana Noja,Theodore V. Stamataopoulos,Tatjana Vasiljeva,Tatjana Volkova Pdf

Digitization of economic and management processes allows for the delivery of new value and higher efficiency in the implementation of strategic goals. This is due to the inclusion of digital technologies in the existing rules of functioning among partners involved in the flow of resources, and from their readiness for digital transformation. A significant challenge, in practical, organizational, and scientific terms is to understand the opportunities and threats resulting from digital transformation, to identify optimal strategies for the development of business entities in new economic and management conditions, taking care to adopt collateral and proper management of new risks. Addressing this challenge to the readers - contributors indicate the latest theoretical advances, and practical examples in FinTech, The Internet of Things, and AI, among others. This results in a synthetic look at the complex digital transformation processes of the modern world, both in terms of the underlying causes and the vast effects of the transformations and digitization of social and economic life. Contemporary Studies in Economic and Financial Analysis publishes a series of current and relevant themed volumes within the fields of economics and finance.

Author : William S. Breitbart,William Breitbart,Shannon R. Poppito
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780199837250

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Meaning-centered Group Psychotherapy for Patients with Advanced Cancer by William S. Breitbart,William Breitbart,Shannon R. Poppito Pdf

Meaning-Centered Psychotherapy (MCP) for advanced cancer patients is a highly effective intervention for advanced cancer patients, developed and tested in randomized controlled trials by Breitbart and colleagues at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. This treatment manual for group therapy provides clinicians in the oncology and palliative care settings a highly effective, brief, structured intervention shown to be effective in helping patients sustain meaning, hope and quality of life.

Author : Mellar P. Davis,Petra Feyer,Petra Ortner,Camilla Zimmermann
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 672 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2011-02-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781437735949

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Supportive Oncology E-Book by Mellar P. Davis,Petra Feyer,Petra Ortner,Camilla Zimmermann Pdf

Supportive Oncology, by Drs. Davis, Feyer, Ortner, and Zimmermann, is your practical guide to improving your patients‘ quality of life and overall outcomes by integrating palliative care principles into the scope of clinical oncologic practice at all points along their illness trajectories. A multidisciplinary editorial team, representing the dual perspectives of palliative medicine and oncology, offers expert guidance on how to effectively communicate diagnoses and prognoses with cancer patients and their families, set treatment goals, and manage symptoms through pharmacological therapies, as well as non-pharmacological therapies and counselling when appropriate. Integrate complementary palliative principles as early as possible after diagnosis with guidance from a multidisciplinary editorial team whose different perspectives and collaboration provide a well-balanced approach. Effectively communicate diagnoses and prognoses with cancer patients and their families, set treatment goals, and manage symptoms through pharmacological therapies, as well as non-pharmacological therapies and counseling when appropriate. Improve patients’ quality of life with the latest information on pain and symptom management including managing side effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, rehabilitating and counselling long-term survivors, and managing tumor-related symptoms and other complications in the palliative care setting. Prescribe the most effective medications, manage toxicities, and deal with high symptom burdens.

Author : Phil Jones
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2007-09-12
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781134119523

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Drama as Therapy Volume 1 by Phil Jones Pdf

This new edition of Drama as Therapy presents a coherent review of the practice and theory of Dramatherapy. With a unique combination of practical guidance, clinical examples and research vignettes this fully revised second edition considers developments in the field over the last decade and researches the impact of the 'core processes' on clinical practice. The book shows how Dramatherapy can be used with a wide range of clients and applied to their individual needs. Therapists working in different parts of the world contribute examples of their practice, alongside their research interviews demonstrating the effectiveness of Dramatherapy. The book draws on studies ranging from child survivors of the tsunami in Sri Lanka to teenagers living with HIV in South Africa, from elderly clients dealing with psychosis in the UK to women in a refuge in Malaysia. Divided into four distinct sections it provides: definitions of core processes at work in Dramatherapy research into how Dramatherapists understand what they offer clients clear descriptions of the structure and content of Dramatherapy a wide range of clinical research vignettes from all over the world. Drama as Therapy offers insights into how experienced Dramatherapists understand their work with clients. It will be of great interest to Dramatherapy students internationally, as well as professionals working with Dramatherapy.