This book arises from a rich and lively international
conference on 'The Spiritual Dimension in Therapy and
Experiential Exploration', which was held at the
University of East Anglia in July 2004. The varied
chapters - including contributions from the keynote
speakers: Brian Thorne, Rev Daishin Morgan and Richard
Holloway - explore the conference theme in depth from
many perspectives: experiential, philosophical,
theological, psychological and personal. Peggy Natiello,
Person-Centred Counsellor, educator and author writes: a
hearty welcome to a long-overdue acknowledgement of
spirituality's crucial role in human growth, healing,
transformation and wholeness. Ecumenical in tone,
''Spirituality and Counselling'' includes insights from
philosophy, religion, counselling, and creative arts.
The authors invite us to journey through new definitions
and unorthodox experiences of spirituality that
challenge postmodern facilitators of human development.
In their effort to articulate the ineffable knowings of
transformation and spirituality, they demonstrate
amazing openness, depth, and creativity. It is a
must-read for counsellors and others exploring the
shifting sands of truth and meaning.This book will be of
interest to professionals concerned to explore the
significance of spirituality in their life and practice,
including practising counsellors and psychotherapists,
and students at Certificate, Diploma and Masters
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