Full Description
Religion and Psychotherapy approaches its topic from an Alderian 'Individual Psychology' perspective, which rejects biological determinism and incorporates the influence of social institutions. The first of its kind, this book includes specific methods for applying 'Individual Psychology' concepts to clients from each of the world's major religions. It offers new possibilities for mental health professionals who are looking for ways to adapt traditional therapy and counseling techniques to address the spiritual issues of their clients. It applies concepts of 'Individual Psychology' to major religious traditions. It covers Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam. It includes appendices detailing key concepts and terminology.
Contents
1. Why should students of psychology know about religion?; 2. Principles of Individual Psychology; 3. Spirituality and Adlerian Psychology; 4. Adlerian psychotherapy and conservative Christian spirituality; 5. Adlerian Psychotherapy and Pastoral Counseling; 6. Judaism and Adlerian psychology; 7. The Buddhist tradition and Adlerian Psychotherapy; 8. Hinduism and Adlerian Psychology; 9. Theories of Adler and Islam; 10. Appendix.
