2024-2025 Graduate Academic Catalog

GCOUN 6305 Counseling and Spirituality

Theoretical and experiential exploration of the therapist's self-as-instrument-of-change as this relates to integrating spirituality/religion into the assessment and counseling of clients. Emphasis on stages in spiritual/religious development of the counselor as well as the client; the use and abuse of power in both counseling and religion; and the diverse cultural expressions of spirituality/religion. Application of themes and techniques from spiritual traditions relevant to counseling.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Take GCOUN 6027, and either GCOUN 6202 or GCOUN 6301