Psychoanalytical Psychology, Psychology & Religion, Psychotherapy
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Overview
In recent years, there has been an increasing interest in linking depth psychology and psychotherapy with spirituality. This book explores the expanding literature on spirituality as an important dimension of psychology, and explains the relationship between psychological treatment and spiritual healing. The author examines ideas from religious traditions including Judeo-Christian, Hindu and Buddhist, and considers their implications for psychotherapy and personal growth. He discusses Jungian psychology, the later work of the psychoanalyst Bion - and how object relations theory connects with the theory of spirituality. He applies his theoretical considerations to particular practice contexts including work with people who have compulsive disorders or who are experiencing addiction; and patients in palliative care.Synopsis
Having worked with object relations theory, self psychology, and other "naturalistic" or "reductionist" models for most of his career, clinical psychologist Schermer now believes that psychology needs to incorporate spiritual concerns and practices. Referencing religious ideas from Judaism, Christianity, Hinduism, and Buddhism, he presents the outlines of what such a theory should look like and presents case material to support his arguments. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Book Details
Published
January 1, 2003
Publisher
Kingsley, Jessica Publishers
Pages
272
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9781853029264