What place does spiritual need and healing have in the counselling room? Denying the spiritual
dimension of personal distress can be potentially hurtful to clients but the issue of
spirituality is also fraught with professional and ethical issues for therapists. This book
draws on original research to move the debate about spiritual need forwards in relation to
therapeutic practice supervision and training.An international team of contributors offer a
diverse range of perspectives to critically explore a wide spectrum of spiritual issues
including prayer pastoral care and traditional healing. Edited by a leading figure in the
field this book:- Illuminates experiences of both clients and practitioners through detailed
case vignettes- Draws on cutting-edge research in this growing field- Invites readers to
address their own therapeutic practice with hands-on discussion pointsThis measured and
thoughtful approach provides a fascinating insight to an often complex and controversial topic.
As such the book is essential reading for trainees and practitioners of counselling and
psychotherapy.
